By Rajesh Iyer
New Delhi bureau chief covering Indian politics, the south Asian neighbourhood and Indo-Pacific diplomacy.
India Buys Russian R-37M Missiles to Counter Pakistan's China-Backed Air Power
India has signed a $1.2 billion deal for around 300 Russian R-37M ultra-long-range air-to-air missiles, targeting Pakistan's China-backed ai
India's Gulf Diplomacy: Strategic Autonomy or Cautious Ambiguity?
India's foreign policy debate centers on whether its quiet diplomacy in the Gulf is prudent or passive. New Delhi's deep ties with the US, I
EU-India Trade Deal Advances Amid Strategic Calculations and Regulatory Hurdles
A high-level EU delegation visited New Delhi to accelerate negotiations for a landmark free trade agreement, targeting finalization by 2026.
India's Rupee Under Siege as Iran Conflict Exposes Economic Vulnerabilities
The Indian rupee has depreciated over 10% since 2025, pressured by soaring oil imports due to the Iran conflict. The Reserve Bank of India i
India's Dual Trade Pacts with EU and US Signal Strategic Multi-Alignment
India is advancing trade talks with both the European Union and the United States in a coordinated diplomatic push. These parallel negotiati
US-India Trade Framework: A Strategic Pause, Not a Final Deal
A new US-India trade framework announced by President Trump and Prime Minister Modi halts tariff escalation but lacks formal legal text. The