Saibal Dasgupta

The upcoming BRICS summit will be an opportunity for India to demonstrate its leadership and diplomatic capabilities amid differences among its members and conflicting views about the US

India displayed diplomatic strength by forging consensus for the New Delhi Declaration. Member nations hold differing perspectives on BRICS's future direction and goals. China's influence is evident as it prepares for its upcoming chairmanship of the grouping. The declaration reiterates support for UNSC reform without setting a clear timeline. BRICS members aim to shape global rules rather than merely follow them.

The two leaders will have to look beyond their differences if they wish to come up with a pact covering at least some of the areas of dispute. They will explore the possibility of enhancing market access for each other’s companies instead of restricting them. The possibility of creating a global regulatory framework for AI industry is also on the cards

Midterm elections in the US have emerged as a deciding factor as Donald Trump threatens to “annihilate” Iran. He may act immediately before the polls to sway voters in his favour or wait to see the election results. Either way, the absence of a truce would show in rising oil prices

Midterm elections in the US have emerged as a deciding factor as Donald Trump threatens to 'annihilate' Iran. He may act immediately before the polls to sway voters in his favour or wait to see the election results. Either way, the absence of a truce would show in rising oil prices

China’s problem of industrial overcapacity is distorting world markets and affecting manufacturing in several countries, including India

Donald Trump’s decision to buy Russian fuel is meant to impress voters before the midterm elections. The deal may impact global politics, but it is unlikely to affect energy prices in the U.S. and across the world in any significant manner

US green card restrictions and AI disruption pose fresh challenges for Indian IT giants, raising questions about outsourcing, innovation and jobs

Just 40 days after Modi met Xi, ITBP chief says India-China face-offs in Arunachal are ongoing. Is Beijing probing the LAC—and is India prepared for the next phase?

Just 40 days after the September 12 meeting between Prime Minister Narendera Modi and China’s President Xi Jinping comes the alarming revealation about regular face-offs between Indian and Chinese troops along the Arunachal Pradesh border. The...