The already strained relations between India and Canada have hit another low point over allegations surrounding Khalistani militancy and organized crime originating from India’s Punjab region. At the center of this diplomatic fracas is the murder case of Ripudaman Singh Nijjar and pointed accusations made by Canadian officials towards India. The Nijjar Murder and Trudeau’s Allegations In June 2022, Ripudaman Singh Nijjar, a former Khalistani militant acquitted in the 1985 Air India bombings case, was gunned down outside a Sikh temple in the Vancouver suburb of Surrey. Months later, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau raised eyebrows by alleging Indian government…
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Shristi.Mishra
Hey, I am Shristi Mishra, a political science student at the University of Delhi with a strong academic focus on international relations and geopolitics. Throughout my studies, I have developed a keen interest in the interplay between legal frameworks and global affairs in shaping international dynamics. Beyond the classroom, I have honed my skills as a critical thinker and effective communicator and an accomplished debater and public speaker. Additionally, my passion for writing has led me to explore various creative avenues, from authoring an article for UNESCO to creating a compendium of guidelines and practices by MeitY. An avid reader with a penchant for writing am looking forward to exploring both the road taken and the one that's not. Voicing my perspective on the affairs of the world.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of emerging technologies, two economic powerhouses, India and China, find themselves navigating distinct paths towards technological prowess. While China’s deep tech push has garnered global attention, India’s approach to harnessing the potential of these transformative technologies presents its own opportunities and challenges, with the next government in Delhi poised to play a pivotal role. China’s Ambitious Deep Tech Agenda The Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) emphasis on mastering the “new productive forces” underscores China’s determination to excel in the realms of artificial intelligence (AI), space industrialization, and the bioeconomy. This strategic focus highlights China’s recognition of…
The summer season, long anticipated by wanderers seeking to traverse the charming landscapes of Europe, has been overshadowed by a series of visa-related obstacles for Indian globe-trotters. From interminable waiting periods to perplexing visa denials, the journey has become an arduous endeavor, leaving many disheartened and disillusioned. The Schengen zone, a vast expanse encompassing 26 European nations, has traditionally been a sought-after haven for Indian explorers. However, the deluge of visa applications, compounded by the limited capacity of processing centers, has culminated in a perfect storm of delays and uncertainties. Industry insiders reveal that coveted destinations like France, Germany, Italy,…
In a seminal judgment delivered on April 19, 2024, the Supreme Court of India has provided authoritative guidance on the essential requirements for a valid Hindu marriage under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The apex court’s ruling, which came in response to a joint application filed by a couple seeking a declaration that their purported marriage was not valid in the eyes of the law, has far-reaching implications for upholding the sanctity of Hindu marriages across the nation. The case before the Supreme Court bench, comprising Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Augustine George Masih, involved a couple, Dolly Rani and Manish…
India’s Ministry of External Affairs has summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner to lodge a strong protest after separatist pro-Khalistan slogans and banners were displayed at an event in Toronto addressed by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The incident has sparked diplomatic tensions and reignited concerns over the growing Khalistan separatist movement among the Sikh diaspora in Canada.The controversial event was held on Sunday to mark “Khalsa Day”, a celebration of the Sikh faith. Videos circulating online showed attendees raising the Khalistani flag and holding banners with slogans like “Modi Wanted” – an apparent reference to Indian PM Narendra Modi…
Global Leaders Convene in Riyadh for World Economic Forum Amid Gaza Crisis.Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (April 28, 2024) – The opening day of a special two-day meeting of the World Economic Forum drew a constellation of economic and political luminaries to the Saudi capital on Sunday. Amid heightened tensions stemming from the ongoing violence in Gaza, the gathering aimed to tackle pressing regional and global issues through dialogue and collective problem-solving. The imposing halls of the forum’s venue witnessed a parade of dignitaries, including U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, and a host of prime ministers, officials…
New Delhi and Muscat to craft a trade deal in the coming months. New Delhi seeks to expand its ties in the Middle East amidst the rising tensions that are putting major shipping routes at risk. “It will help India with a strategic partner and access to key trade routes in a volatile region, the Indian government officials said. The two countries have an annual trade of less than $13 billion, but with rising tensions in the Middle East, the Gulf nation can serve as a gateway to the strait of Hormuz between Oman and Iran, which serves as a…
Andromeda star, the oil tanker enroute from Primorsk, Russia, to Vadinar India, was attacked on 27 April 2024 in the Red Sea. Missiles hit the ship and damages were reported by the ship’s master, the British security firm Ambrey Said. Houthi spokesman Yahya Sarea said the Panama-flagged ship was British owned, but data suggests it was recently sold. Its current owner is Seychelles-registered. The GuardianThe Iran backed Houthi militants have launched repeated drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea area in a show of support for Palestinian fighting Israel in the Gaza war. The militant group targets the ship’s…
Delhi HC Shows Reformative Approach, Quashes FIR Against Man in Lieu of Traffic Assistance The honourable High Court of Delhi took a reformative stance in a recent judgement in the case Vikas Bohsat VS State of NCT & ANR where the court quashed the First Information Report FIR on the accused under sections 354 (assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty) 506 (criminal intimidation) and 509 (word, gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman) of the Indian Penal Code and provides a restorative solution to the situation by ordering the accused…
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court of India permitted the medical termination of a 28-week pregnancy for a 14-year-old rape survivor on Monday, April 22nd, 2024. The apex court exercised its extraordinary power granted under Article 142 of the Indian Constitution to do “complete justice.” The First Information Report (FIR) of this case was registered on March 20 i.e. after the 24 week limit permissible for abortion. The FIR has recorded offences under Section 376 (rape) of the Indian Penal Code and Protection of Children from Sexual Ofences Act (POSCO). The bench comprising Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud and Justice…