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Carbon Brief releases sixth version of extreme weather event interactive map
As the planet warms and the Climate Crisis accelerates faster than scientists predicted, extreme weather events from floods to fires have turned into an annual disaster season that is only going to get worse.
G20 summit wraps up with a joint statement strong on sentiment, but short on specifics
The G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro wrapped up with a joint declaration condemning war and calling for climate change action, but short on specifics.
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COMMENT: The Dalai Lama’s death and reincarnation will be a defining moment for Indian politics
At the heart of the Tibetan plateau lies a profound challenge for India’s foreign policy: the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama. This event will ripple across Indian and Chinese domestic politics and affect their external relations as well.
Pakistan could quit TAPI as India now “extremely lukewarm” on gas pipeline project, says report
Demise of investment would deal major blow to Turkmenistan, which badly needs to diversify its gas exports.
India to focus on climate finance at COP29
India plans to spotlight climate finance, accountability, and support for vulnerable communities at COP29, set to begin in Baku on November 11.
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COMMENT: How Trump’s return to White House could affect India-Russia ties
A second Trump administration in the US could become a test for India’s historically strong ties with Russia. With increasing pressure from the US on defence and energy, India may face difficult decisions about its alliances
US elections and their impact on Indian equities
Donald Trump’s possible return to the US presidency could positively impact Indian sectors such as automotive, energy and metals, with a largely neutral outlook expected for the pharmaceutical industry
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Interview: Policy support, energy transition goals driving India towards renewable future
Strong policy support by the government and energy transition goals are the primary factors driving India towards a renewable future, Vikram V, Vice President & Co-Group Head - Corporate Ratings, ICRA Limited says.
India eyes small modular reactors to boost clean energy transition
The government’s strategy has identified the role of nuclear power in the overall energy mix and new technologies such as small nuclear reactors (SMRs) to make the clean energy transition.
India’s Modi urges BRICS to unify stance on terrorism
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for unified efforts against terrorism at the 16th BRICS Summit, stressing the need for member states to avoid "double standards" when tackling this global threat
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India's Modi meets Iran’s Pezeshkian at BRICS Summit in Russia
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kazan on October 22.
Putin welcomes more than 30 world leaders to BRICS in bid to prove Russia is not isolated
World leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have arrived in Kazan for the 16th BRICS summit.
Malaysia seeks BRICS membership
Malaysia is aiming to become the latest member of the BRICS bloc, which was originally formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa
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India and China agree on border disengagement ahead of BRICS summit
India's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed an agreement with China on disengagement and border patrols along the Line of Actual Control. The announcement comes as Indian Prime Minister Modi prepares to attend the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia.
Indian PM Modi could meet Iranian President Pezeshkian at the BRICS Summit
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian could meet on the sideline of the BRICS Summit. New Delhi and Tehran remain in touch to finalise the meeting.
OPINION: BRICS’ path to expansion
34 countries have already submitted their applications to join BRICS, as recent geopolitical shifts have led to a realignment in global politics.
Can the BRICS beat the G7?
Leaders of the Global South will flock to Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, on October 22 for this year’s BRICS summit hosted by Russia, where they hope to thrash out some more details of the new non-aligned global order.
Half the world’s food production at risk due to mounting water crisis
More than half of the world’s food production is at risk of failure within the next 25 years as a rapidly worsening water crisis threatens global agricultural systems, according to a new report.
BRICS members hoping to develop a digital "BRICS Pay" cryptocurrency international trade system
One of the biggest questions that the BRICS members will discuss at the summit will be setting up an inter=BRICS payment system to by-pass the dollar. The US decision to weaponise the dollar has unsettled Central Bankers around the world.
Bangladesh tribunal issues arrest warrant against ousted PM Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has ordered the arrest of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 45 senior leaders of the Awami League, citing their alleged roles in crimes against humanity