The Strait of Hormuz: A Critical Chokepoint for Global Energy Security
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, plays a pivotal role in global energy trade and security. Its strategic importance stems from its position as the primary route for oil and gas exports...Diplomacy must set the terms in West Asia
The escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has entered a dangerous phase with the launch of “limited, localised and targeted ground raids” by the Israeli Defence Forces against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, the first since the full-blown war between...Fighting Hunger – Building Hope
Mayor’s Ramadan Unity Dinner“Fighting Hunger – Building Hope” Friday, September 5th, 2014 Keynote Address by Dr Ausaf Sayeed, Consul General of India, Chicago Hon’ble Mayors Virg Bernero and Nathan Triplett, Distinguished Guests, Ladies & Gentlemen,...
Kamaran Island — Transit for Indian Hajj Pilgrims in the past
Kamaran or the ‘Island of two Moons’ is considered as the largest shelf-island in the Red Sea. It was first mentioned in the “History of World Ports” in 525 A.D. Kamaran has been occupied by various foreign powers during its history, which include Ethiopians,...The Rich History and Tradition of Vegetarianism in India
Revered Sant Rajinder SinghJi Maharaj,Ladies and Gentlemen, Good Afternoon! Let me begin by thanking the Science of Spirituality and the organizers of the VeggieFest for inviting me to be amidst you this afternoon and providing me with a unique opportunity to exchange...
I am pleased to share that my new book, '#Indian #Art and #Culture –– A Journey through Time & Tradition', has been published by Har-Anand Publications Pvt. Ltd. The book is in Hardcover and comprises 536 pages. The book is available on #Amazon at the following link:…
I would like to share my opinion piece in today's @htTweets on the contours of India's relationship with #GCC countries, particularly #SaudiArabia, #UAE, and #Oman, in the changing geopolitical landscape of the #MiddleEast.
#Opinion | "The changing geopolitical landscape, marked by a perceived US rebalancing, #Russia’s setbacks in #Syria, and a weakened Iran juxtaposed with a strengthened #Israel, offers new opportunities for #India-GCC strategic partnership"
(✍️ @drausaf)