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India Rejects Pakistan's Allegations of Sponsoring Terrorism Amid Balochistan Attack Row
India has strongly rejected Pakistan's recent accusations of "sponsoring terrorism," following Islamabad's attempt to blame New Delhi for backing terror activities. The statement came in response to Pakistan's allegations linked to the recent Balochistan train attack, which claimed the lives of 21 passengers. However, Pakistan stopped short of directly linking India to the attack, instead shifting blame toward Afghanistan. In a firm response, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperso
India Rejects Pakistan's Allegations of Sponsoring Terrorism Amid Balochistan Attack Row
India has strongly rejected Pakistan's recent accusations of "sponsoring terrorism," following Islamabad's attempt to blame New Delhi for backing terror activities. The statement came in response to Pakistan's allegations linked to the recent Balochistan train attack, which claimed the lives of 21 passengers. However, Pakistan stopped short of directly linking India to the attack, instead shifting blame toward Afghanistan. In a firm response, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperso

Trump's Tariffs Spark Global "Boycott USA" Movement, Impacting Trade and Businesses
The "Boycott USA" movement is gaining momentum globally in response to Donald Trump's tariffs imposed on Canada, Mexico, and China, which have ignited trade wars and fueled resentment towards American goods. The backlash, which has been rapidly spreading across social media platforms, reflects growing dissatisfaction with Trump's economic policies and international relations. In the past week alone, Google searches for “Boycott USA” have surged, with European cou
Trump's Tariffs Spark Global "Boycott USA" Movement, Impacting Trade and Businesses
The "Boycott USA" movement is gaining momentum globally in response to Donald Trump's tariffs imposed on Canada, Mexico, and China, which have ignited trade wars and fueled resentment towards American goods. The backlash, which has been rapidly spreading across social media platforms, reflects growing dissatisfaction with Trump's economic policies and international relations. In the past week alone, Google searches for “Boycott USA” have surged, with European cou

Congress Faces Internal Conflict and Alliance Tension Ahead of Bihar Elections
The Indian National Congress is facing mounting internal tension and political challenges as it prepares for the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for later this year. Following poor performances in the Delhi, Maharashtra, and Haryana elections, Congress finds itself in a crucial battle for both political survival and revival in Bihar. For years, the Congress party has largely depended on its alliance partner, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), while playing a secondary role in Bihar politics.
Congress Faces Internal Conflict and Alliance Tension Ahead of Bihar Elections
The Indian National Congress is facing mounting internal tension and political challenges as it prepares for the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for later this year. Following poor performances in the Delhi, Maharashtra, and Haryana elections, Congress finds itself in a crucial battle for both political survival and revival in Bihar. For years, the Congress party has largely depended on its alliance partner, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), while playing a secondary role in Bihar politics.

India’s Manufacturing Hit by China’s Export Restrictions Amid US-China Tensions
Impact of China’s Export Restrictions on Indian Manufacturing: India’s manufacturing industry is facing significant disruptions due to China’s export restrictions, which are part of the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China. These curbs primarily affect industries in India that rely on raw materials, machinery, and components from China, such as the solar po
India’s Manufacturing Hit by China’s Export Restrictions Amid US-China Tensions
Impact of China’s Export Restrictions on Indian Manufacturing: India’s manufacturing industry is facing significant disruptions due to China’s export restrictions, which are part of the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China. These curbs primarily affect industries in India that rely on raw materials, machinery, and components from China, such as the solar po

China's Failed Attempts to Take Taiwan: The Battle of Kinmen
Xi Jinping's Recent Speech and Military Drills Chinese President Xi Jinping's New Year's speech included a stern message about Taiwan, emphasizing that China's reunification with the island is inevitable and unstoppable. To underline this position, China’s military, specifically the People's Liberation Army Navy, conducted a series of military drills near Taiwan's Kinmen and Matsu islands. These islands, which are closer to mainland China than to Taiwan, a
China's Failed Attempts to Take Taiwan: The Battle of Kinmen
Xi Jinping's Recent Speech and Military Drills Chinese President Xi Jinping's New Year's speech included a stern message about Taiwan, emphasizing that China's reunification with the island is inevitable and unstoppable. To underline this position, China’s military, specifically the People's Liberation Army Navy, conducted a series of military drills near Taiwan's Kinmen and Matsu islands. These islands, which are closer to mainland China than to Taiwan, a

Russian National Arrested in Gujarat for Rs 17 Lakh Digital Scam
A Russian national, Anatoly Mironov, was arrested by Gujarat police in relation to a digital arrest scam where a businessman was duped of Rs 17 lakh. Mironov, a "gatekeeper" for a cybercrime gang, was involved in laundering proceeds from the crime, converting some of the funds into cryptocurrency. He had entered India on a tourist visa and was previously involved in a similar fraud case in Pune, Maharashtra. The scam began when a city-based businessman reported being extor
Russian National Arrested in Gujarat for Rs 17 Lakh Digital Scam
A Russian national, Anatoly Mironov, was arrested by Gujarat police in relation to a digital arrest scam where a businessman was duped of Rs 17 lakh. Mironov, a "gatekeeper" for a cybercrime gang, was involved in laundering proceeds from the crime, converting some of the funds into cryptocurrency. He had entered India on a tourist visa and was previously involved in a similar fraud case in Pune, Maharashtra. The scam began when a city-based businessman reported being extor

Ukrainian Naval Drone Destroys Russian Mi-8 Helicopter in Black Sea
Ukraine's military intelligence confirmed that a Ukrainian naval drone had successfully destroyed a Russian Mi-8 helicopter and damaged another in the Black Sea near Crimea. The attack took place near Cape Tarkhankut, where a Magura V5 maritime drone, equipped with missiles, targeted the Russian aircraft. This incident is notable as it marks the first time a Ukrainian naval drone has downed an aerial target, underscoring the increasing use of drones in the ongoing conflict. Whil
Ukrainian Naval Drone Destroys Russian Mi-8 Helicopter in Black Sea
Ukraine's military intelligence confirmed that a Ukrainian naval drone had successfully destroyed a Russian Mi-8 helicopter and damaged another in the Black Sea near Crimea. The attack took place near Cape Tarkhankut, where a Magura V5 maritime drone, equipped with missiles, targeted the Russian aircraft. This incident is notable as it marks the first time a Ukrainian naval drone has downed an aerial target, underscoring the increasing use of drones in the ongoing conflict. Whil

Delhi LG Criticizes Kejriwal, Praises Atishi Amid Tensions
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena recently addressed Chief Minister Atishi in a letter filled with both praise and sharp criticism directed at her predecessor, Arvind Kejriwal. Saxena expressed disappointment over Kejriwal's remark calling Atishi a "temporary Chief Minister," emphasizing that such a comment disrespects the democratic principles laid out by India's Constitution. He clarified that there is no such position, calling the remark an insult to the President of In
Delhi LG Criticizes Kejriwal, Praises Atishi Amid Tensions
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena recently addressed Chief Minister Atishi in a letter filled with both praise and sharp criticism directed at her predecessor, Arvind Kejriwal. Saxena expressed disappointment over Kejriwal's remark calling Atishi a "temporary Chief Minister," emphasizing that such a comment disrespects the democratic principles laid out by India's Constitution. He clarified that there is no such position, calling the remark an insult to the President of In

US Citizen Eugene Spector Jailed for 15 Years in Russia for Espionage
Eugene Spector, a US citizen originally born in Russia, was sentenced to 15 years in a Russian maximum-security prison this week after being convicted of espionage. According to Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB), Spector passed sensitive biotechnology and biomedical information to the United States, including state secrets, for the purpose of creating a genetic screening system targeting the Russian population. Spector had been serving a separate sentence for bribery before the espi
US Citizen Eugene Spector Jailed for 15 Years in Russia for Espionage
Eugene Spector, a US citizen originally born in Russia, was sentenced to 15 years in a Russian maximum-security prison this week after being convicted of espionage. According to Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB), Spector passed sensitive biotechnology and biomedical information to the United States, including state secrets, for the purpose of creating a genetic screening system targeting the Russian population. Spector had been serving a separate sentence for bribery before the espi

Russian General Igor Kirillov Killed in Moscow Explosion
A high-ranking Russian general, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, was killed in an explosion in Moscow on Tuesday. Kirillov, who served as the chief of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops (RKhBZ), was killed by a bomb hidden in an electric scooter. The blast occurred outside a residential building on Ryazansky Prospekt, located about seven kilometers southeast of the Kremlin. Kirillov’s assistant also died in the explosion. The attack comes as Mosc
Russian General Igor Kirillov Killed in Moscow Explosion
A high-ranking Russian general, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, was killed in an explosion in Moscow on Tuesday. Kirillov, who served as the chief of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops (RKhBZ), was killed by a bomb hidden in an electric scooter. The blast occurred outside a residential building on Ryazansky Prospekt, located about seven kilometers southeast of the Kremlin. Kirillov’s assistant also died in the explosion. The attack comes as Mosc

RBI Receives Bomb Threat via Email in Russian
On Thursday, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received a bomb threat via email, which was written in Russian. The threat, sent to the RBI's official website, claimed that the bank would be blown up. Following the threat, a case was registered at the Mata Rambai Marg (MRA Marg) police station in Mumbai, and an investigation has been launched. This incident comes after a similar threat was made to the RBI through its customer care number on November 16, with the caller claiming to
RBI Receives Bomb Threat via Email in Russian
On Thursday, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) received a bomb threat via email, which was written in Russian. The threat, sent to the RBI's official website, claimed that the bank would be blown up. Following the threat, a case was registered at the Mata Rambai Marg (MRA Marg) police station in Mumbai, and an investigation has been launched. This incident comes after a similar threat was made to the RBI through its customer care number on November 16, with the caller claiming to

Russia and Reliance Sign $13 Billion Energy Deal for Crude Supply
In a landmark energy agreement, Russia’s state oil company Rosneft has committed to supply 500,000 barrels of crude oil per day to India’s Reliance for the next 10 years, worth approximately $13 billion annually. This deal represents about 0.5% of global oil supply and strengthens energy relations between India and Russia, especially as Russia faces intense Western sanctions due to its invasion of Ukraine. The deal is set to begin in January and will involve monthly deli
Russia and Reliance Sign $13 Billion Energy Deal for Crude Supply
In a landmark energy agreement, Russia’s state oil company Rosneft has committed to supply 500,000 barrels of crude oil per day to India’s Reliance for the next 10 years, worth approximately $13 billion annually. This deal represents about 0.5% of global oil supply and strengthens energy relations between India and Russia, especially as Russia faces intense Western sanctions due to its invasion of Ukraine. The deal is set to begin in January and will involve monthly deli

Bangladesh Summons Indian Envoy After Security Incident in Tripura
Bangladesh summoned India's High Commissioner to Dhaka after the closure of its visa and consular services in Tripura, India, due to a security incident involving a protest in Agartala. The protest, which occurred against the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das, led to about 50 people entering the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission's premises. The Bangladeshi government expressed concerns over the lack of local police action to contain the situation, which left mission staff fe
Bangladesh Summons Indian Envoy After Security Incident in Tripura
Bangladesh summoned India's High Commissioner to Dhaka after the closure of its visa and consular services in Tripura, India, due to a security incident involving a protest in Agartala. The protest, which occurred against the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das, led to about 50 people entering the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission's premises. The Bangladeshi government expressed concerns over the lack of local police action to contain the situation, which left mission staff fe

PM Modi Highlights Strong India-Germany Partnership Amid Global Uncertainty
During the Seventh Inter-Governmental Consultations (IGC) with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the significance of the strategic partnership between India and Germany, describing it as a vital anchor in a world beset by tensions and uncertainty. PM Modi emphasized that the relationship between the two nations is transformational, rooted in shared democratic values, rather than merely transactional. As the world navigates complex challenges, pa
PM Modi Highlights Strong India-Germany Partnership Amid Global Uncertainty
During the Seventh Inter-Governmental Consultations (IGC) with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored the significance of the strategic partnership between India and Germany, describing it as a vital anchor in a world beset by tensions and uncertainty. PM Modi emphasized that the relationship between the two nations is transformational, rooted in shared democratic values, rather than merely transactional. As the world navigates complex challenges, pa