Articles

Creation of Barahanagar Matha: First Hermitage of Ramakrishna Sangha

January 10, 2025 Nirmalendu Roy Article

It was past midnight of the last day of Shravana of Bengali Era of 1293, 16 August 1886 as per the Gregorian Callender, Thakur Sri Sri Ramakrishna Paramhansa, the God-incarnate in the eyes of his ardent devotees, breathed his last at 0102 hours at Ka....

Historical and Civilisational Studies

Tags : Article , Swami Vivekananda , Kolkata , Ramakrishna Mission , Ramakrishna Paramhansa , Sarada Devi , Barahanagar Matha , Belur Math , Goddess Kali , Sanatan Dharma

Reimagining US Investment in the Lobito Corridor

January 10, 2025 Dr Shambhavi Anand, Research Assistant, VIF Article

The US president, Joe Biden visited Angola, delivering on the promise he made during the 2022 U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. This trip marks the first visit ever by a sitting U.S. president to the Republic of Angola, and the first visit of a U.S. presid....

International Relations and Diplomacy

Tags : Article , US , China , Biden , Tanzania , Angola , Zambia , DRC , Lobito corridor , Atlantic Ocean

War And The New World Order

January 10, 2025 Amb P S Raghavan, Distinguished Fellow, VIF Article

We enter 2025 with two wars entering their final phase, but with no realistic basis for a long-term peace settlement. They have also ensured that global empathy has been totally diverted from other human tragedies, notably in Africa. We are also e....

International Relations and Diplomacy

Tags : Article , Palestine , War , Geopolitics , Cold War , Ukraine-Russia , Israel's War On Gaza

Year 2024 : Many Accomplishments Achieved by India in the Strategic Domain

January 09, 2025 Dr Ramanand Garge Article

January 26, the largest democracy of the world celebrates its 75th Republic Day in 2024 and 75th year of Independence in 2022. Since 1947 after carving out its rightful place in the world India has emerged as a prominent entity at regional as well as....

Leftwing Extremism , National Security and Strategic Studies

Tags : Article , India , national security , Left Wing Extremism , Year review 2024 , Strategic domain of India , Maritime India

What if President Trump recognizes Somaliland?

January 09, 2025 Ezra Nnko Commentary

In mid-November 2024, during an interview with the Independent newspaper, the former UK Defence Secretary Sir. Gavin Williamson was quoted saying he had talks with U.S President-elect Donald Trump's team on the possibility of the administratio....

International Relations and Diplomacy

Tags : Commentary , President Trump , Trump administration , Somaliland , UK Defence Secretary

Navigating the Future of Europe: Impact of the Second Trump Administration

January 08, 2025 Shreya Sinha, Research Associate, VIF Article

Donald Trump’s coming to power in the United States is being perceived as the biggest challenge for Europe in 2025, with respect to European defence, trade issues, the China factor, and diplomatic engagement. As Trump’s transactional approach to ....

International Relations and Diplomacy , Europe , US

Tags : Article , China , economy , Donald Trump , Europe , NATO , Ukraine , Trade Wars , Transatlantic Security

Pakistan in 2024: A Year of Political Turmoil, Economic Struggles, and Security Challenges

January 08, 2025 Dr Angana Kotokey, Research Associate, VIF Article

As 2024 draws to a close, Pakistan finds itself in the midst of significant political, economic, and security challenges. The year began with political instability following the general elections, and this turbulence has only deepened with legal refo....

Neighbourhood Studies , Pakistan

Tags : Article , India , Pakistan , economy , elections , Security , BLA , TTP

Eurasia: Reflections on 2024 and Outlook for 2025

January 07, 2025 Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF Article

The year 2024 is shaping up to be a critical juncture for Russia and Central Asia, characterized by significant geopolitical upheavals, economic volatility, and shifting social dynamics. These changes are not merely adjustments; they are fundamentall....

International Relations and Diplomacy , Central Asia

Tags : Article , regional cooperation , BRICS , Nuclear Power , Ukraine War , Green energy , Central Asian Migrants

The Intersection of Conflict Economy and Narco-Terrorism: Fuelling Violence

January 06, 2025 Major Namrata Dhasmana (Retd) Commentary

The toxic nexus of narco-terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir intersecting the conflict....

Terrorism , National Security and Strategic Studies

Tags : Commentary , Violence , drug trafficking , Narco Terrorism , Conflict Economy

Bangladesh in 2024: A Year of Political Turmoil and Transformation

January 06, 2025 Dr Anchita Borthakur, Research Associate, VIF Article

The year 2024 marked a period of intense political unrest for Bangladesh, one defined by sharp political polarization, economic struggles, and significant shifts in governance. From the re-election of Sheikh Hasina at the beginning of the year to the....

Neighbourhood Studies , Bangladesh

Tags : Article , India , foreign policy , economy , Bangladesh , Awami League , Sheikh Hasina , BNP , Quota Movement , Muhammad Yunus , Minority , Student Uprising