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Parliamentary Discussion on India’s Approach towards various issues related to Bangladesh

  By Dr. Somita Chakraborty In the recent Parliamentary discussion, a number of Honorable Members of Parliament raised various issues related to Bangladesh, those are directly connected with probabilities of long-term strong India-Bangladesh relations. On 12 th March, 2026, Honorable MP of Rajya Sabha Dr. Vikramjit Singh Sahney and Shri Shaktisinh Gohil expressed their concern that whether Government of India is aware of violence, mob attacks on homes, temples and businesses, lynching and killings of Hindu and other religious minorities in Bangladesh. They also asked specific numbers of attacks and diplomatic engagements with Bangladesh to address the issue of protection of minorities. They also asked that whether Government of India has raised the issue at bilateral platforms or at different international fora. They also asked about outcomes of such engagements. The MPs also expressed their concern regarding consular support or assistance mechanisms in place for affecte...
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Amid West Asia Crisis India supplied fuel to Bangladesh

  By Dr. Somita Chakraborty On 10 th March, 2026, officials of Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) had confirmed that India had been started supplying 5000 metric tonnes of diesel to energy scarce Bangladesh to maintain stable fuel supplies in Bangladesh amid West Asia crisis . The Bangladeshi officials confirmed that the fuel reach Bangladesh through Bangladesh-India Friendship Pipeline from Numaligarh Refinery Limited in Assam. In the year 2023, India and Bangladesh inaugurated the 131-km. long cross-border pipeline, which connects the Siliguri Marketing Terminal (India) with Parbatipur depot (Bangladesh). The pipeline ensures faster and more cost-effective fuel transportation than the previous fuel transportation by rail wagons. The most important part of this confirmation is timing. The recent West Asia crisis, closure of Straight of Hurmuz, disruption of flow of shipment and following world wide energy crisis compelled the whole world to rethink supporting neighbor...
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EAM Dr. Jaishankar’s Visit to Brussels – A Report

By Dr. Somita Chakraborty At the invitation High Representative and Vice President (HRVP) of European Union (EU) Ms Kaja Kallas, EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar paid a two days (15 th and 16 th March) official visit to Brussels, Belgium. It reflects India’s growing and constant high-level engagement with EU. Just one and half months ago, EU leaders visited India as Guests of Honour for India’s 77 th Republic Day celebrations.    During his visit, Dr. Jaishankar met with President of the European Council, Mr. Antonio Costa and President of the European Commission Ms. Ursula von der Leyen. Dr. Jaishankar conveyed the warm greetings of President Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Modi to the EU leaders. They discussed various issues related to India-EU relations, including identifying priorities in the joint India-EU Comprehensive Strategic Agenda, early signing of the landmark India-EU Free Trade Agreement as well as situations in West Asia, Ukraine and the Indo-Pacific. EAM Dr....
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MEA Took Diverse Moves to Handle Crises Evolving Due to Recent West Asia Conflict

  By Dr. Somita Chakraborty Considering on going conflict in West Asia, MEA took diverse approaches to response inevitable implications of the situation. In a Suo Motu statement in the Parliament of India (both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar briefed the situation. He informed the Parliament that the conflict already caused numerous casualties, including at the leadership level in Iran. The conflict, which started on 28 th February, 2026, already caused severe destruction of infrastructure in the region. He noted that normal life and economic activities in the entire region were not only visibly affected but also, in some cases, have come to a halt. Dr. Jaishankar informed the Parliament that the fighting is going on mainly between Israel and United States in one side and Iran on the other side, though several other Gulf States already confronted attacks. He also stated that Government of India believe that conflicting countries should pursue dialogue and ...
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Measures Taken by Government of India Considering Security Situation in West Asia

  By Dr. Somita Chakraborty Considering the evolving security situation in the West Asia and Gulf Region, different ministries of the Government of India took some significant measures. As India’s economic growth is highly dependent on continuous flow of shipment through the waterways around this region, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has already introduced precautionary measures to safeguard Indian-flagged vessels and Indian seafarers operating in the region. The Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal chaired a review meeting to assess the ongoing security situation in the Persian Gulf as well as to examine its implications on Indian maritime assets and personnel. In response to reported threats in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and adjoining sea areas, including missile and drone activity, electronic interference and other maritime security concerns, the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) ...
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The World Adopt New Delhi Declaration to build Cooperation on Artificial Intelligence

By Dr. Somita Chakraborty The AI Impact Summit 2026, organized by India (18–19 February, 2026), brought together a large number of global leaders, policy makers, experts and innovators from across the world. The Summit concluded successfully with the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact. Reflecting a broad-based international consensus on utilizing AI for economic growth and social good, till now, 89 countries and international organizations have been endorsed the Declaration. The Declaration guided by the principle of "Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya” (Welfare for all, Happiness for all). the Declaration highlighted that the benefits of artificial intelligence must be equitably shared across humanity. Marking a noteworthy milestone in global cooperation on AI, the Declaration emphasized on three main issues, Firstly, Strengthening international cooperation and multistakeholder engagement Secondly, Respecting national sovereignty, and Thirdly, Adva...
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Visit of Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India – A Report

By Dr. Somita Chakraborty To participate in the AI Impact Summit 2026 , held in India, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is on an official visit to India. He also visited India in September 2024. The visit reaffirmed the tradition of regular leadership-level engagement between India and the UAE. His visit strengthen India-UAE relation mainly in the area of advanced technology. Today, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed met on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit. Both PM Modi and His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed reaffirmed the importance of the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which is underpinned by strong political, commercial, cultural, energy and people-to-people ties. In the last few years, India-UAE strong ties reflected in various sectors, such as, defence and security, trade and investment, education and cultural cooperation etc. Four years ago India ...
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