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How Delhi is dealing with its stray dog problem ahead of G20 Summit
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How Delhi is dealing with its stray dog problem ahead of G20 Summit

The Delhi Municipal Corporation has put a halt to plans to pick up and hide hundreds of stray dogs before world leaders arrive in the city for the G20 summit next month. The plan was put on hold after locals and animal rights activists voiced opposition to it

Will Vladimir Putin visit India for G20 summit?
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Will Vladimir Putin visit India for G20 summit?

Vladimir Putin, who gave the G20s in July 2022 and January 2021 a miss and will not go to the BRICS meet in South Africa in August, has remained non-committal. New Delhi has said there is no final word on his attendance for the September summit in New Delhi

How Bharat Mandapam embodies India's inspiration from tradition and pursuit of excellence
Opinion

How Bharat Mandapam embodies India's inspiration from tradition and pursuit of excellence

It will serve as an important platform to showcase the hard work of our artisans and craftsmen, contributing to Atmanirbhar Bharat and 'vocal for local' campaigns

'Has India-China border dispute been resolved?' asks Congress after EAM says PM Modi, Xi talked bilateral ties in Bali
India

'Has India-China border dispute been resolved?' asks Congress after EAM says PM Modi, Xi talked bilateral ties in Bali

A day after the MEA confirmed PM Modi and President Jinping spoke on the need to stabilise bilateral ties at the G20 summit in Bali last November, the Congress on Friday asked the Centre whether a consensus on India-China border dispute has been reached

'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', the G20 maxim in 2023, and its links to ancient Indian
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'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', the G20 maxim in 2023, and its links to ancient Indian

New Delhi in September is set to play host to the largest-ever G20 summit with the heads of 43 delegations in attendance. Let's take a closer look at the maxim 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (World Is One Family), the G20 maxim for 2023 and the theme of India's presidency

PM Modi inaugurates the revamped IPTO complex at Delhi's Pragati Maidan: What’s so special about the G20 venue?
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PM Modi inaugurates the revamped IPTO complex at Delhi's Pragati Maidan: What’s so special about the G20 venue?

PM Modi performed an inaugural pooja at the redeveloped India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) complex in Delhi. With a campus area of about 123 acres, it is India’s largest MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, & Exhibitions) destination and will host the key G20 leaders’ meeting in September

Why India should not overlook geopolitical significance of SCO
Opinion

Why India should not overlook geopolitical significance of SCO

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation is the only forum in which India is involved and Central Asian republics are members and partners

India’s G20 presidency crosses the halfway mark: How has it fared so far?
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India’s G20 presidency crosses the halfway mark: How has it fared so far?

India took over the presidency of the G20 in December 2022 and it will run through until 30 November. As India completes six months of its presidency, we take a look at the significant moments thus far. This includes a 100 meetings, a fiery foreign ministers meet and a consensus on debt language

What is G21? Why has PM Modi been pushing for it?
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What is G21? Why has PM Modi been pushing for it?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been pushing for the African Union – a continental body comprising 55 member states – to join the G20. Experts say this is meant to enhance Africa’s voice ‘on the international stage and in shaping the future of our shared world’

India’s SCO chairmanship and its quest in bridging trust deficit
Opinion

India’s SCO chairmanship and its quest in bridging trust deficit

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation has evolved into one of the most dynamic organisations and can be a game changer in Eurasia by ensuring regional security and stability and has the potential to shift the global geopolitical landscape

Who are G20 Sherpas and what is their role in the G20 Summit?
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Who are G20 Sherpas and what is their role in the G20 Summit?

Sherpas are key to the G20 summit. They are personal representatives of the leader of a member country. Their work starts before the meetings commence. They resolve conflicts and play a crucial role in negotiations

Even as India seeks a G20 seat for AU, does the African Union require it?
Opinion

Even as India seeks a G20 seat for AU, does the African Union require it?

In real terms, where there are contentious issues, like the Ukraine War, the G20 has no solution to offer. It is seen only as an expanded version of the G7, which is the real rich men’s club

Centre ropes in officers repatriated from elite SPG, NSG for the security of foreign VVIPs at G20 summit amid threats
India

Centre ropes in officers repatriated from elite SPG, NSG for the security of foreign VVIPs at G20 summit amid threats

The government has asked all the forces to be prepared to depute the officers who have served in the two most elite security units.

Why India’s G20 presidency is significant
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Why India’s G20 presidency is significant

India assumed the presidency of the G20 group at a time when geopolitical tensions are high and the world is witnessing economic instability. At such a juncture, New Delhi has decided to be the ‘voice’ of the Global South

G20 development ministers' meeting: Who is attending, what's being discussed?
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G20 development ministers' meeting: Who is attending, what's being discussed?

The three-day meet chaired by external affairs minister S Jaishankar is part of India's G20 Presidency. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday in a virtual address said efforts to achieve sustainable development goals must be 'comprehensive, inclusive, fair and sustainable'

Explained: What is the G20 and how has it led in times of global crises?
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Explained: What is the G20 and how has it led in times of global crises?

A complete guide to the G20 and the role it has played in world politics as India plays a crucial part this year as president

G20 summit venue in Delhi to not have helipad on its roof
India

G20 summit venue in Delhi to not have helipad on its roof

The helipad will be replaced with a “framework which may be used for solar panels” in future.

G20 meet in Srinagar: How a possible 26/11-type terror attack was exposed
India

G20 meet in Srinagar: How a possible 26/11-type terror attack was exposed

The third G20 Tourism Working Group meeting begins in Kashmir’s Srinagar Monday amid a tight security blanket. There have been reports of a plot to carry out a 26/11-type attack and terror threat to schools. The itinerary of foreign delegates has been altered with a visit to Gulmarg cancelled

Pakistan FM Bilawal visits PoK as India decks up to hold G20 Tourism Working Group meeting in J-K
World

Pakistan FM Bilawal visits PoK as India decks up to hold G20 Tourism Working Group meeting in J-K

The third G20 Tourism Working Group meeting is scheduled to take place in Srinagar under India's presidency from May 22-24. Time and again Pakistan has shown strong discontent at New Delhi's intention to convene the G20 Tourism Working Group conference in Kashmir.

G20 summit to begin in J-K's Srinagar today amid tight security, green tourism and digitalization to get spotlight
World

G20 summit to begin in J-K's Srinagar today amid tight security, green tourism and digitalization to get spotlight

The event will witness the participation of G20 member countries, invited countries, international organizations, and industry stakeholders. The meeting aims to strengthen economic growth, preserve cultural heritage and promote sustainable development of the region.