Category: Geo Politics

India and Bangladesh have shared deep historical, cultural, and economic ties for decades. However, recent incidents of violence against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh have strained this relationship. In a letter to Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Mohammad Yunus, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated the need for strengthening bilateral ties, emphasizing mutual sensitivity and cooperation. His appeal comes amid rising concerns over the security of minorities and growing instability in Bangladesh. A Longstanding Partnership The India-Bangladesh relationship is rooted in shared history, dating back to the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971,…

US President Donald Trump has once again emphasized the need for electoral reforms in the United States, citing the Indian electoral system as an example of an ideal voting framework. In a recent executive order, Trump proposed changes aimed at enhancing election security, including citizenship verification, restricting mail-in voting, and ensuring uniform ballot processing methods. His remarks have reignited debates about electoral integrity in the US, drawing comparisons with election practices in India, Brazil, Germany, and Canada. India’s Electoral System India has one of the largest and most complex democratic…

In a significant move to reshape the electoral process, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed a sweeping executive order introducing stringent measures for federal elections. The directive mandates that people must provide documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. Additionally, the order enforces a stricter deadline for ballot submissions, requiring that all votes be received by Election Day. Trump’s order said that the US has failed “to enforce basic and necessary election protections” and calls on states to work with the federal agencies to share…

Ukraine faced another devastating wave of Russian attacks over the past 24 hours, leaving at least one person dead and over 100 injured, including several children. The latest assault saw Russia deploy a combination of missiles, attack drones, and decoy drones across multiple regions, causing widespread damage to civilian infrastructure. This escalation comes just hours after Moscow and Washington reportedly began ceasefire talks in Saudi Arabia. Scale of the Attacks According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Russian forces launched a total of 139 drones and an Iskander-M ballistic missile in…

Amidst the Taliban’s four-year ban on girls’ education, Afghan women activists have launched the ‘Let’s Study’ campaign, marking the start of the new academic year with a strong message against the oppressive rules. Afghanistan remains the only country in the world where secondary and higher education is entirely prohibited for girls. Despite these restrictions, women continue to fight for their rights, demanding access to education and international support. Background of the Ban and Its Impact Since the Taliban’s return to power, over 400,000 Afghan girls have been deprived of education…

The actual impact of the memo is unclear, because the broad language doesn’t define what conduct would warrant punishment for lawyers and firms. US President Donald Trump on Friday night (local time) directed Attorney General Pam Bondi to review the conduct of lawyers and law firms that have filed frivolous lawsuits against the administration or attempted to block immigration initiatives, CNN reported.   In a late-night memorandum, Trump reignited past grievances against lawyers who had opposed him and pledged to penalise those individuals and firms by revoking their security clearances…

A Pivotal Moment in Canada’s Political Landscape In an unexpected yet strategic move, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap election for April 28, seeking a fresh mandate from voters. His decision comes amid escalating tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump, whose aggressive trade policies and rhetoric have placed Canada’s economic and political sovereignty at risk. Carney’s announcement sets the stage for a high-stakes election campaign centered on economic resilience, national security, and Canada’s place on the global stage. A Crisis of Sovereignty: Carney’s Justification for the Snap…

A Controversial Crackdown on U.S.-Funded Journalism Voice of America (VOA) employees, along with journalists from other U.S.-funded news agencies, have taken legal action against the Trump administration, alleging that the abrupt shutdown of these organizations violates their First Amendment rights. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in New York, claims that the closure of the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) and its affiliated outlets undermines press freedom and global access to independent news. The cuts come amid a broader effort by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk to…

A Significant Cultural Victory India’s ongoing efforts to recover its stolen heritage have seen a major milestone in 2024, with the repatriation of 297 smuggled antiquities from the United States. This brings the total number of Indian artefacts retrieved from the U.S. to 588. The announcement was made by Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in a written response in the Rajya Sabha. The retrieval of these antiquities is part of India’s broader initiative to reclaim cultural treasures that were illicitly taken from the country and sold…