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Modi and Putin Deepen India-Russia Ties Ahead of BRICS Summit

Modi and Putin Deepen India-Russia Ties Ahead of BRICS Summit

Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin held talks in New Delhi ahead of the BRICS summit, discussing energy, defence, trade and the wars in Ukraine and West Asia as India and Russia moved to deepen a strategic partnership that has endured despite growing geopolitical pressure.

Red Fort Was Plan B? NIA Probe Points to Historic Jain Temple as Original Target

Red Fort Was Plan B? NIA Probe Points to Historic Jain Temple as Original Target

The NIA has named Umer Un Nabi as the alleged mastermind of the Delhi terror conspiracy. Its chargesheet also suggests the Red Fort may not have been his original target: investigators believe he first tried to stop near the historic Jain Lal Mandir but was forced away by traffic.

BRICS Leaders Descend on New Delhi Under Extraordinary Security

BRICS Leaders Descend on New Delhi Under Extraordinary Security

New Delhi is under heavy security as world leaders arrive for the BRICS summit. Tens of thousands of personnel, NSG commandos and anti-drone systems have been deployed across the capital as India prepares to host Putin, Xi and other leaders.

Xi Jinping Expected in India for First Visit Since Galwan Clash

Xi Jinping Expected in India for First Visit Since Galwan Clash

Xi Jinping is expected in New Delhi for his first visit to India since the 2020 Galwan clash. Six years after relations collapsed, Modi and Xi are talking again. But behind the diplomatic thaw, the mistrust remains. 

Philippines Tells China to ‘Have Some Shame’ as South China Sea Feud Erupts

Philippines Tells China to ‘Have Some Shame’ as South China Sea Feud Erupts

China and the Philippines are at loggerheads again over the South China Sea. This time, India has reason to watch closely: Manila is now a strategic partner, a BrahMos customer and an increasingly important part of New Delhi’s Indo-Pacific defence network.

ED Seeks Corruption FIR Against Pinarayi Vijayan, Daughter and Son-in-Law in CMRL Case

ED Seeks Corruption FIR Against Pinarayi Vijayan, Daughter and Son-in-Law in CMRL Case

Federal financial crimes agency asks state police to file corruption charges against Keralam's Ex chief minister, daughter, and son-in-law over metro project pay-off allegations.

₹1.1 Lakh Crore Military Upgrade After Lessons From Operation Sindoor

₹1.1 Lakh Crore Military Upgrade After Lessons From Operation Sindoor

India greenlights Rs 1 lakh crore defence spending on Sukhoi jets and mine systems to counter China-Pakistan challenges.

RBI Defends Rupee as Oil Nears $100 a Barrel

RBI Defends Rupee as Oil Nears $100 a Barrel

The RBI has stepped into currency markets again to support the rupee as rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions increase demand for dollars, extending a sustained intervention campaign aimed at preventing sharp swings in the Indian currency.

Seven Killed in Delhi PG Building Collapse as Rescue Operation Continues

Seven Killed in Delhi PG Building Collapse as Rescue Operation Continues

Death toll climbs to six in Delhi's Satya Niketan building collapse as rescue teams from multiple agencies continue search operations.

Russia pledges unlimited oil supply to India amid US tariff threats

Russia pledges unlimited oil supply to India amid US tariff threats

Russia commits to supply India unlimited oil as envoy criticizes pressure tactics amid reported US threats of 100% tariffs on energy imports.

Asia’s Future Hinges on How India and China Manage Their Rise: Anil Chauhan

Asia’s Future Hinges on How India and China Manage Their Rise: Anil Chauhan

Former Indian military chief says Asia's future depends on managing India-China rise, as border talks loom amid Arunachal Pradesh tensions.

The Women of Chittor Did Not Ask for Your Permission

The Women of Chittor Did Not Ask for Your Permission

We are endlessly comfortable with our women as victims, and uneasy the moment they become warriors. A reflection on Swara Bhaskar, the jauhar of Padmaavat, and the courage we keep mistaking for a wound.