India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for May 3, 2025

India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 3, 2025.

MIL-OSI NGOs: India: Authorities fail to provide humane support to thousands of people displaced by ethnic violence
Source: Amnesty International – More than 50,000 displaced by attacks in Manipur two years ago The authorities have failed to bring suspected perpetrators to account ‘This inaction has left tens of thousands of people in limbo and forced them to endure life in inhumane conditions with no end in sight’ – Aakar Patel The Government […]

MIL-OSI Security: Former Indiana Congressional Candidate Sentenced to Federal Prison for Falsifying Campaign Finance Records
Source: Office of United States Attorneys INDIANAPOLIS— Gabriel Whitley, 27, of Indianapolis, has been sentenced to three months in federal prison followed by one year of supervised release after pleading guilty to making materially false statements to the Federal Election Commission. According to court documents, during the 2024 primary election, Gabriel Whitley was a candidate […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: India’s Science Push Enters High Gear: Dr. Jitendra Singh Bats for Industry-Led Innovation on DST’s 55th Foundation Day
Source: Government of India India’s Science Push Enters High Gear: Dr. Jitendra Singh Bats for Industry-Led Innovation on DST’s 55th Foundation DayIndia’s Science Strategy Shifts Focus: Innovation, Industry Collaboration, and Talent Retention in Spotlight India Gross Expenditure in R&D (GERD) has doubled in last one decade from Rs 60,196 Cr. to 1,27,38 Cr. ‘Digitalisation of […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: It’s an incredible time for India to be the content hub of the world, says Shraddha Kapoor
Source: Government of India It’s an incredible time for India to be the content hub of the world, says Shraddha KapoorIndia is experiencing an unprecedented surge in content creation: Adam Mosseri, Head of Instagram WAVES 2025 discusses Trends and Virality in Fireside Chat Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 5:43PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 2 May […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: India all set to emerge as Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) capital of the world- Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Source: Government of India India all set to emerge as Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) capital of the world- Gajendra Singh ShekhawatAbout 700 leading industry players and decision maker from the exhibition sector attend Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 4:19PM by PIB Delhi With the construction of the state-of-the art exhibition and conference complexes […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha, accompanied by Indian Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Andhra Pradesh Minister Kandula Durgesh, monks, and officials, arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Source: Government of India Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha, accompanied by Indian Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Andhra Pradesh Minister Kandula Durgesh, monks, and officials, arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamUnion Minister conveyed a meaningful message on behalf of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the people of India A Sacred Bodhi tree sapling from […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: WAVES Explores India’s Evolving Role in the Global Streaming and Film Economy
Source: Government of India WAVES Explores India’s Evolving Role in the Global Streaming and Film Economy“For content to truly travel across borders, India must invest in studio infrastructure, production hubs, and technology-driven ecosystems”, says Shibasish Sarkar While taking creative risks is essential, content portfolios must be balanced and structured: Ektaa Kapoor Posted On: 02 MAY […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: India Showcases Skilling and AI Innovation at TiEcon 2025: AiVerse
Source: Government of India India Showcases Skilling and AI Innovation at TiEcon 2025: AiVerseIndia nurturing over a million entrepreneurs through Startup India, Skill India and Atal Innovation Mission: Shri Jayant Chaudhary Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 5:58PM by PIB Delhi TiEcon 2025, the world’s leading technology and entrepreneurship conference, kicked off its three-day run at […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: AIR MARSHAL NARMDESHWAR TIWARI PVSM AVSM VM TAKES OVER AS VICE CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF, INDIAN AIR FORCE
Source: Government of India Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 5:17PM by PIB Delhi Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari PVSM AVSM VM took charge as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, IAF on 02 May 25. The Air Marshal completed his schooling at Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) in Dehradun before joining the National Defence Academy, […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: WAVES 2025 brings together industry stalwarts to discuss Indian cinema’s international expansion
Source: Government of India WAVES 2025 brings together industry stalwarts to discuss Indian cinema’s international expansionThis is the first time I’ve seen a government taking such interest in our industry: Aamir Khan WAVES is not just a dialogue—it’s a bridge to policy. It’s a promising start: Aamir Khan Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 8:42PM by […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Create in India Challenge Season 1: Shaping India’s Creative Future
Source: Government of India Create in India Challenge Season 1: Shaping India’s Creative FutureWAVES 2025 honours winners of 32 creative challenges under Create in India Challenge; over 750 finalists from 60+ countries converge to celebrate innovation and talent “The journey has just begun, and we are committed to empowering India’s creative minds with initiatives like […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Kiran Mazumdar Shaw charts India’s creative future at WAVES, says startups should think beyond films and build brands that create global waves
Source: Government of India Kiran Mazumdar Shaw charts India’s creative future at WAVES, says startups should think beyond films and build brands that create global wavesIt’s time for India to create new stories that blend tradition and technology: Shaw Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 8:17PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 2 May 2025   Global business […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Pan-Indian Cinema is Not a Myth; Film Industry Veterans Emphasize Unity in Indian Cinema
Source: Government of India Pan-Indian Cinema is Not a Myth; Film Industry Veterans Emphasize Unity in Indian CinemaAnupam Kher Highlights Shifting Cinema Consumption Trends Post-COVID When you honour our shared heritage, our songs, our stories, our soil, your film becomes Indian cinema: Khushboo Sundar Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 5:57PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 2 […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: India and Denmark signs renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today.
Source: Government of India India and Denmark signs renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today.India and Denmark Strengthen Energy Sector Cooperation Through Renewed Partnership The renewed MoU supports India’s ambitious target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 6:08PM by PIB Delhi India and Denmark have reinforced their long-standing energy cooperation by […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Creative industries and growth boosted with new UK-India cultural agreement
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Creative industries and growth boosted with new UK-India cultural agreement UK’s arts and culture, creative industries, tourism and sport sectors are set to benefit from a major new cooperation agreement with India UK’s arts and culture, creative industries, tourism and sport sectors are set to […]

MIL-OSI NGOs: India: Authorities should urgently rehabilitate thousands displaced in two years of ethnic violence in Manipur
Source: Amnesty International – The Government of India must prioritize humanitarian aid and immediately implement a clear, inclusive and time-bound plan for the safe and voluntary return of communities displaced by ethnic violence in Manipur, said Amnesty International, ahead of the second anniversary of the outbreak of violence. Since violence erupted on 3 May 2023 […]

MIL-OSI: Radware Launches New Cloud Security Service Centers in India and Kenya
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) MAHWAH, N.J., May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Radware® (NASDAQ: RDWR), a global leader in application security and delivery solutions for multi-cloud environments, announced the launch of new cloud security service centers in Chennai and Mumbai, India, and Nairobi, Kenya. Today, Radware supports a network of more than 50 cloud security service […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES AN EVENT ‘AGEING WITH DIGNITY’ INITIATIVES FOR WELFARE OF SENIOR CITIZENS
Source: Government of India PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES AN EVENT ‘AGEING WITH DIGNITY’ INITIATIVES FOR WELFARE OF SENIOR CITIZENSELDER PEOPLE ARE A LINK TO THE PAST AND ALSO GUIDES TO THE FUTURE, WE SHOULD VALUE THEIR GUIDANCE AND ENJOY THEIR VALUABLE COMPANY: PRESIDENT DROUPADI MURMU Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 2:02PM by PIB Delhi The […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: President of India launches Key Initiatives for Senior Citizens at ‘Ageing with Dignity’ Event at Rashtrapati Bhawan today
Source: Government of India Posted On: 02 MAY 2025 3:20PM by PIB Delhi The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced an event ‘Ageing with Dignity – Initiatives for the Welfare of Senior Citizens’, at Rashtrapati Bhawan Cultural Centre today (Rashtrapati Bhawan Press Release: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2126092). The event organised by the Union Ministry of Social Justice […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: India Showcases Creative and Technological Might at WAVES 2025
Source: Government of India India Showcases Creative and Technological Might at WAVES 2025Discussions at WAVES on AI, Social Media and Advertising reflect India’s expanding footprint in the Digital Media sector Posted On: 01 MAY 2025 9:24PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 1 May 2025 The inaugural session of WAVES 2025 was graced by Prime Minister Narendra […]