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Friday, August 15, 2025
TopicAsian countries

Topic: Asian countries

Waning trust in US dollar has spurred a rally in Asian currencies. Central banks may have to step in

The flip-flops on Trump’s tariff policy have led to a wave of dollar-selling. Stronger Asian currencies & weaker dollar will help address US’ trade imbalances with Asia.

‘Wisdom came to West from East’ — Gandhi at Delhi’s ‘1st international conference’ in 1947

'Asian Relations Conference', organised by think tank Indian Council of World Affairs, was held in New Delhi from 23 March to 2 April 1947. 28 countries participated, including Tibet.

Water, energy supplies at risk in 16 Asian countries as climate woes mount, says research

The researchers warned that all rivers would face escalating and compounding water risks including the Ganges and the Brahmaputra running into India.

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Trump is swinging on Russia again. What this means for Europe’s security architecture

The dynamics between Europe and Russia have gone so south that mending fences looks like an uphill task—even as the US swings between sanctions and olive branches.

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

President awards 1st set of Sarvottam Yudh Seva medals since Kargil, 7 honoured for leading Op Sindoor

This year, the Indian Air Force received four of the seven awards, followed by the Indian Army with two medals, and the Indian Navy with one. 

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.