Do you know how the 'Bandhgala' became India’s Official Dress? In an article on India's World, Vineet Thakur (@vineet1232) wrote, "What should the leaders of a newly independent nation wear? In the years after 1947, this seemingly simple question prompted a prolonged discussion at the highest levels of government. At stake was far more than dress. It was about how India would present itself to the world, and to itself." However, at the time, these discussions had nearly entirely focused on male dressing. "Belated realisation that women too were in the civil services led to separate regulations for women," he writes. Read 'Protocol and Presentation: How the Bandhgala became India’s Official Dress': indiasworld.in/protocol-and-…

#Explainer | Foreign policy has traditionally been communicated in a language designed for people who already follow foreign policy. Social media has changed that equation. In an explainer published in our last issue, 'Diplomacy as Drama', we explain how diplomacy can now be communicated in real time, directly to the public and in formats designed not only to inform but also to attract attention and invite interaction. Read 'What Does MEA’s Instagram Tell Us About Diplomacy’s New Audience?': indiasworld.in/what-does-mea…

Matcha has been shaping Japanese politics for centuries. "Tea has historically had an important function in the conduct of Japanese politics," writes Senior Fellow at Sasakawa Peace Foundation, Ippeita Nishida. But what does matcha have to do with power and diplomacy? According to Nishida, "The answer lies beyond the tea room." Read 'The Politics of Matcha: Ritual, Relationships and Values in Japanese Diplomacy': indiasworld.in/the-politics-…

BRICS De dollarisation debate | India has UPI. Brazil has Pix. What if they worked together? "BRICS has long talked about reducing dependence on the dollar." According to Brazilian Economist Gustavo Pessoa, connecting UPI and Pix could be a practical step towards that goal. However, could linking UPI and Pix help BRICS build a practical cross-border payments alternative? Pessoa says "The real test lies in the details." From the latest issue of our magazine. Read the full story on our website: indiasworld.in/a-financial-r…

@CSDR_India and India's World are organising the launch of the book 'India after Nonalignment' by our Editor Prof @HappymonJacob Register now to get your invite!

In our last reel, India’s World Editor Prof @HappymonJacob explained what middle powers are. After the reel received an overwhelming response, we asked our followers what they would like to ask Prof Jacob. And the response was incredible! So, we’re turning your curiosity into a regular series! You send us your questions, and Prof. Jacob answers them, breaking down international relations one question at a time. In the first part of the series, Prof. Jacob answers a question from Riya Pandey on Instagram: “Does the title of your book reflect India’s growing prominence, or is it an aspiration India wishes to fulfil?” Follow along as we explore the ideas, debates and developments shaping international relations. Have a question for Prof Jacob? Drop it in the comments or DM us. Your question could be featured in our next reel! And don’t forget to subscribe to India’s World for insightful analysis, expert perspectives and a deeper understanding of the world and India’s place in it. #IndiasWorld #InternationalRelations #Geopolitics #asktheexpert

"Blocking Straits Is Easier Said Than Done" "It is abundantly clear that the blockade imposed by Iran on the Strait of Hormuz is not working very well," writes Vice Admiral AK Chawla (retd), "especially as the US military gets more adept at countering IRGC forces." In his article for the latest issue of India's World, 'Lessons from Hormuz,' he notes that the United States blockade on Iran isn't watertight either. "As has historically been the case with all blockades, there will always be “blockade runners” willing to take the risk." Read the full story: indiasworld.in/lessons-from-…

#Explainer | The idea of reducing dependence on the US dollar is older than the current “BRICS currency” debate. To understand the concept and why BRICS nations want to pursue it, read 'BRICS and the Currency Question: Explained': indiasworld.in/brics-and-the… #BRICS2026 #BRICS #americandollar

#PhotoEssay | "Every cup begins with a leaf, but the journey from leaf to cup is anything but simple." For its special issue on Indian Tea, in collaboration with @teaboardofindia, India's World presents a photo essay tracing the journey of tea at Kanan Devan Hills Plantations Company (P) Limited in Kerala's Munnar. Check out the photo essay on our website: indiasworld.in/from-leaf-to-… Or subscribe to our magazine to get the latest issue: indiasworld.in/subscription-…

Mark Your Calendars! 🗓 @CSDR_India and India's World are organising the launch of our Editor Prof @HappymonJacob's latest book 'India after Nonalignment.' We have an amazing lineup of panelists moderated by @BDUTT and special remarks delivered by @ShashiTharoor. Register now to get your invite! @ShivshankaMenon @rammadhav_ @ManishTewari @vikramchandra @MohanCRaja @suhasinih

#WhatTankThinks | In an increasingly volatile geopolitical scenario and changing world order, India’s strategic choices have allowed it to pursue strategic autonomy while maintaining simultaneous engagement with competing powers. Dr Raghvendra Kumar (@RaghvendraKr_DU) argues that India's strategic framework works on the philosophy of Madhyamā Mārga (Middle Path). In his paper published by the Foreign Policy Research Institute (@FPRI), he suggests that within this framework, Africa emerges as a critical pillar for India. Read our breakdown of his paper: indiasworld.in/why-africa-is…