Aparna Pande
@pandea.bsky.social
Director India Initiative, Hudson Institute; Author #FromChanakyaToModi & #MakingIndiaGreat; Stephanian, Delhiite; Bostonian Red Sox Fan; PhD #BU #JNU #DU
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Aparna Pande
@pandea.bsky.social
· Nov 18
Four years since publication of my book #MakingIndiaGreat / Still relevant as it explains India’s goals, potential & impediments
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"Enhancing information sharing related to maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region is the key goal of New Delhi and Jakarta."
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Indian, Indonesian navies work to keep IOR safe - The Economic Times
India and Indonesia have enhanced their naval cooperation to maintain stability and safeguard interests in the Indian Ocean Region through port calls, training, and joint exercises. President Prabowo ...
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January 18, 2025 at 1:20 AM
"Enhancing information sharing related to maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region is the key goal of New Delhi and Jakarta."
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m.economictimes.com/news/defence...
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Quad meeting on the cards following Trump inauguration?
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Quad eyes foreign ministers' meeting following Trump inauguration
Japan, Australia, India ministers to attend Jan. 20 ceremony in Washington
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January 12, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Quad meeting on the cards following Trump inauguration?
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'Tokyo will provide a high-speed patrol boat to the Indonesian navy through the Official Security Assistance program. The two leaders also decided to hold a so-called two-plus-two meeting of foreign and defense ministers by the end of the year'.
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Japan, Indonesia in accord on security issues in South China Sea | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis
BOGOR, Indonesia--Japan and Indonesia agreed to enhance cooperation on maritime security with an eye on China’s growing assertiveness in the South China Sea over territorial claims.
www.asahi.com
January 12, 2025 at 11:09 PM
'Tokyo will provide a high-speed patrol boat to the Indonesian navy through the Official Security Assistance program. The two leaders also decided to hold a so-called two-plus-two meeting of foreign and defense ministers by the end of the year'.
www.asahi.com/ajw/articles...
www.asahi.com/ajw/articles...
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Estonia's Navy has launched a maritime operation into the Gulf of Finland to protect the EstLink 1 undersea electric cable, after its twin, Estlink 2, was damaged in an event authorities are calling "sabotage".
NATO, along with Finnish forces, are also preparing a response.
NATO, along with Finnish forces, are also preparing a response.
December 27, 2024 at 8:43 AM
Estonia's Navy has launched a maritime operation into the Gulf of Finland to protect the EstLink 1 undersea electric cable, after its twin, Estlink 2, was damaged in an event authorities are calling "sabotage".
NATO, along with Finnish forces, are also preparing a response.
NATO, along with Finnish forces, are also preparing a response.
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20 ago today, the #BoxingDayTsunami killed hundreds of thousands of people (230K? 300K? Nobody knows).
I was en route to #Indonesia when it hit, and reached #Aceh a few days later. You can still go to places like Ulee Lheue and see the #tsunami 's brutal legacy.
May all the victims #RestInPeace
I was en route to #Indonesia when it hit, and reached #Aceh a few days later. You can still go to places like Ulee Lheue and see the #tsunami 's brutal legacy.
May all the victims #RestInPeace
December 26, 2024 at 8:30 PM
20 ago today, the #BoxingDayTsunami killed hundreds of thousands of people (230K? 300K? Nobody knows).
I was en route to #Indonesia when it hit, and reached #Aceh a few days later. You can still go to places like Ulee Lheue and see the #tsunami 's brutal legacy.
May all the victims #RestInPeace
I was en route to #Indonesia when it hit, and reached #Aceh a few days later. You can still go to places like Ulee Lheue and see the #tsunami 's brutal legacy.
May all the victims #RestInPeace
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Astronomers hope the Proba-3 mission will help them get a better view of the corona, the sun's outer atmosphere, which is even hotter than the sun's surface. via @chandelis.bsky.social
A pair of satellites will create artificial solar eclipses to study the sun
Astronomers hope the Proba-3 mission will help them get a better view of the corona, the sun's outer atmosphere, which is even hotter than the sun's surface.
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December 21, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Astronomers hope the Proba-3 mission will help them get a better view of the corona, the sun's outer atmosphere, which is even hotter than the sun's surface. via @chandelis.bsky.social
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JUST IN: Hussain's career spanned over five decades, during which he was revered as both a national treasure in India and admired worldwide.
Zakir Hussain, legendary tabla virtuoso who defied genres, dies at 73
Hussain's career spanned over five decades, during which he was revered as both a national treasure in India and admired worldwide.
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December 16, 2024 at 12:29 AM
JUST IN: Hussain's career spanned over five decades, during which he was revered as both a national treasure in India and admired worldwide.
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State Department approves possible FMS to India of MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopter Equipment and Follow-on Support and related equipment for an estimated cost of $1.17 billion.
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December 3, 2024 at 7:32 AM
State Department approves possible FMS to India of MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopter Equipment and Follow-on Support and related equipment for an estimated cost of $1.17 billion.
www.dsca.mil/press-media/...
www.dsca.mil/press-media/...
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India's foreign minister's statement to parliament on the present state of the India-China relationship. A couple of observations... 1/x www.mea.gov.in/Speeches-Sta...
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December 3, 2024 at 9:33 PM
India's foreign minister's statement to parliament on the present state of the India-China relationship. A couple of observations... 1/x www.mea.gov.in/Speeches-Sta...
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Wide ranging press conference questions for Indian Navy chief Dinesh K Tripathi on China, Pakistan, IOR, MDA, Navy acquisitions etc.
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No change in Chinese approach in Indo-Pacific since Ladakh negotiations: Navy chief Dinesh Tripathi
Ahead of Indian Navy Day on Dec 4, Navy chief Dinesh K Tripathi said the deal for Scorpene submarines and 26 Rafale marine aircraft could be signed by next month.
indianexpress.com
December 2, 2024 at 9:51 PM
Wide ranging press conference questions for Indian Navy chief Dinesh K Tripathi on China, Pakistan, IOR, MDA, Navy acquisitions etc.
indianexpress.com/article/indi...
indianexpress.com/article/indi...
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India's navy chief says a new deal with France to supply submarines and fighter aircraft coming soon. www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/i...
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December 3, 2024 at 12:27 AM
India's navy chief says a new deal with France to supply submarines and fighter aircraft coming soon. www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/i...
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most likely to get hit with trump tariffs:
November 20, 2024 at 6:07 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🦃🍽
November 28, 2024 at 4:50 PM
Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🦃🍽
#DC folks Please join us at Hudson Institute for an in-person panel on #India #China relations on December 10 w/ Dr Daniel Markey @ethrelkeld.bsky.social & Dr Jonathan Ward
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India and China in 2025
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November 27, 2024 at 10:07 PM
#DC folks Please join us at Hudson Institute for an in-person panel on #India #China relations on December 10 w/ Dr Daniel Markey @ethrelkeld.bsky.social & Dr Jonathan Ward
www.hudson.org/events/india...
www.hudson.org/events/india...
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Books We Love returns with 350+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 12 years of recommendations all in one place — that's nearly 4,000 great reads.
Books We Love
Here are 350+ great reads from 2024 hand-picked just for you by NPR staff and trusted critics.
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November 25, 2024 at 3:43 PM
Books We Love returns with 350+ new titles handpicked by NPR staff and trusted critics. Find 12 years of recommendations all in one place — that's nearly 4,000 great reads.
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November 16, 2024 at 5:06 PM
Four years since publication of my book #MakingIndiaGreat / Still relevant as it explains India’s goals, potential & impediments
November 18, 2024 at 7:41 PM
Four years since publication of my book #MakingIndiaGreat / Still relevant as it explains India’s goals, potential & impediments
Reposted by Aparna Pande
@pandea.bsky.social's analysis demonstrates how India is actively influencing and reshaping globalisation towards its interests. Read her article in the History Hotspot to understand how India seeks to gain recognition and influence on the global stage. [4/4] 👉 t1p.de/r9fl8
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September 17, 2024 at 9:14 AM
@pandea.bsky.social's analysis demonstrates how India is actively influencing and reshaping globalisation towards its interests. Read her article in the History Hotspot to understand how India seeks to gain recognition and influence on the global stage. [4/4] 👉 t1p.de/r9fl8
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India, the world’s largest democracy, is forging a distinct economic path. While benefiting from globalisation, India maintains a cautious and selective approach. Discover more insights from @pandea.bsky.social in our new e-paper History Hotspot 👉 t1p.de/jkkeg 🧵
History Hotspot September 2024
E-paper on the collapse of the West's geopolitical hegemony. What role does the growing assertiveness of the countries of the Global South play? What can we learn from the turning points since 1989?
t1p.de
September 17, 2024 at 9:17 AM
India, the world’s largest democracy, is forging a distinct economic path. While benefiting from globalisation, India maintains a cautious and selective approach. Discover more insights from @pandea.bsky.social in our new e-paper History Hotspot 👉 t1p.de/jkkeg 🧵
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@pandea.bsky.social's analysis demonstrates how India is actively influencing and reshaping globalisation towards its interests. Read her article in the History Hotspot to understand how India seeks to gain recognition and influence on the global stage. [4/4] 👉 t1p.de/r9fl8
September 17, 2024 at 9:19 AM
@pandea.bsky.social's analysis demonstrates how India is actively influencing and reshaping globalisation towards its interests. Read her article in the History Hotspot to understand how India seeks to gain recognition and influence on the global stage. [4/4] 👉 t1p.de/r9fl8