Jose Kalathil

Delhi, New Delhi

Senior Journalist at Business Digest

Senior journalist with more than three decades of experience in newspapers and magazines in India and abroad.

Featured in: Favicon

businessdigestmagazine.org Favicon

taiwannews.com.tw Favicon

sbstatesman.com Favicon

globaleducationmagazine.com Favicon

ifp.co.in

indiancurrents.org Favicon

htsyndication.com

Articles

Taiwan opens third mission in Mumbai

Oct 17, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

The Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in India (TECCI) opened Taiwan’s third mission in the country, in Mumbai on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Baushuan Ger said "Taiwan’s flagship New Southbound Policy to engage our 18 partner countries in Southeast Asia and South Asia, India is our priority. With our joint efforts, the bilateral trade between Taiwan and India increased from USD 5 billion in 2016 to USD 8.2 billion in 2023. India stands as Taiwan’s 16th largest trading partner.
Taiwan seeks world help; urges China to immediately cease military provocations

Oct 14, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Republic of China (RoC) Taiwan, on Monday urged nations around the world to recognise China’s authoritarian and expansionist nature, take concrete actions to support democratic Taiwan at this critical moment, unite in defending the values of freedom and democracy, and safeguard the rules-based international order, as well as the freedom, openness, and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region.
Kazakhstan: A country with a difference

Jul 12, 2024 | htsyndication.com | Jose Kalathil

Manipur, July 12 -- Air Asthana took twohours and 15 minutes only to turn Delhi's extreme weather of 42 deg C to a pleasant climate of 20 deg C in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Seven of us -- five adults and two kids - were on a family trip to the former member of the Union of the Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR) that became independent following the Union's dissolution in 1991. It is now one of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
Kazakhstan: A country with a difference

Jul 11, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

Air Asthana took two hours and 15 minutes only to turn Delhi's extreme weather of 42 deg C to a pleasant climate of 20 deg C in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Seven of us -- five adults and two kids - were on a family trip to the former member of the Union of the Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR) that became independent following the Union's dissolution in 1991. It is now one of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
Seminar, prayers mark one year of Manipur crisis

May 5, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

Several functions were held here in the national capital on Friday to mark the one year of ethnic violence and suffering that happened in the Meitei majority Imphal Valley and the Kuki-Zo dominated hill districts of Manipur. A total of 230 deaths have so far been reported and 247 Meitei churches have been burned. The National Federation of Indian Women (NFIW)-organised function witnessed the release of a documentary on Manipur and a panel discussion.
Jordan: An all-year-round tourist destination

May 1, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

The Middle East country Jordan, often associated with heritage and Bedouin culture, is also blessed with diverse landscapes, historical landmarks, vibrant urban life, and rich cultural marvels. It has now emerged as an ideal destination for families seeking a memorable vacation experience. With an array of activities and attractions, Jordan caters to a wide range of interests.
Repression of Bahai's in Iran a 'crime against humanity': Human Rights Watch

Apr 3, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

Human Rights Watch, the pre-eminent human rights organisation, in a groundbreaking published report, has said that the Iranian government’s 45-year systematic repression of the Baha’i religious minority amounts to the crime against humanity of persecution under international criminal law.
Over 30 new graves of Baha'is razed in Iran

Mar 6, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

More than 30 new graves of Baha’is at a Tehran graveyard have been razed by the Iranian authorities using bulldozers. The Iranian government used this site to forcibly bury Baha’is for more than two years — without allowing families to be present or following Baha’i funeral practices.
Prove claim of illegal conversions or apologise: Christians ask Chhattisgarh minister

Feb 20, 2024 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

United Christian Forum, an organisation of all Christians in India, has demanded that Chhattisgarh minister for Religious Trusts and Endowments Brijmohan Agarwal, who has accused Christians of forcefully converting people of other religions, prove his claims or present those people who have been forcefully converted. If not, the minister should unequivocally apologise to the nation for maligning the Christian community.
Technological collaboration essential to safeguard cyberspace in US, India and Taiwan, says US envoy

Dec 12, 2023 | ifp.co.in | Jose Kalathil

As India goes digital in almost all spheres of commercial and individual activity, the urgency to address cybercrime and the dark side of the digital world has risen in focus. So, it was apt that Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India (TECCI) in collaboration with the United States Embassy and the United Service Institution of India (USII) organised a workshop on collaboration on Cyber Security under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) on 11 and 12 December.