Day: November 15, 2025

Indian Boxers Eye Strong Finish at World Cup Finals in New Delhi

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India’s top boxers are gearing up for a power-packed performance as the World Boxing Cup Finals begin here on Sunday, marking the last major event of the season. With crucial ranking points on offer—and next year’s Asian Games and Commonwealth Games on the horizon—Indian pugilists are targeting both a strong finish and a rankings boost. The World Cup series, introduced earlier this year after World Boxing took over the sport’s governance, will now culminate in its inaugural finals. Medal winners from the three World Cups held this season,…

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Dhaka Summons Indian Diplomat After Sheikh Hasina’s Interview Sparks Diplomatic Tension

Arijit Bose

Dhaka: Bangladesh has lodged a strong diplomatic protest with India after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s recent media interview triggered sharp reactions within Dhaka’s interim government. The country’s Foreign Ministry summoned Indian Deputy High Commissioner Pawan Badhe to formally convey its displeasure, according to multiple Bangladeshi media reports. A senior official told local media that the Indian diplomat was informed of Bangladesh’s request for New Delhi to restrict Hasina’s access to the media, citing concerns that her statements could inflame domestic tensions. According to diplomatic sources, Badhe was asked to…

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U.S. Lawmaker Moves to End H-1B Visa Program, Proposes Mandatory Return and End of Citizenship Path

Arijit Bose

Washington: In a move that could significantly impact thousands of foreign professionals—particularly Indians—a U.S. lawmaker has announced plans to introduce a bill seeking to “completely terminate” the H-1B visa program and eliminate any pathway to citizenship for its beneficiaries. Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said in a video posted on X that the H-1B program is “riddled with fraud and abuse” and has been “displacing American workers for decades.” Her proposed legislation aims to compel all H-1B visa holders to return to their home countries once their visa term ends.…

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Criticism Mounts Over Japan PM’s ‘Work Like a Horse’ Remark as Debate on Work Culture Intensifies

Arijit Bose

Tokyo | Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has sparked a nationwide debate over work culture after her recent comments urging people to “work like a horse” triggered sharp criticism. Known for her hard-line approach, Takaichi has been under scrutiny from day one—especially after she convened a meeting at 3 a.m., reviving concerns about Japan’s long-standing overwork crisis. Takaichi openly defended her actions, saying, “I work 18 hours a day, and I want others to work the same way. Work-life balance doesn’t matter.” Her remarks have been widely condemned…

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Suryakiran Aerobatic Team and Tejas Fighters to Showcase India’s Air Power at Dubai Airshow 2025

Arijit Bose

New Delhi | India is set to make a striking impression at the Dubai Airshow 2025, with the Indian Air Force (IAF) deploying a major contingent featuring the renowned Suryakiran Aerobatic Team (SKAT) and the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas. The fleet touched down at Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airbase ahead of the five-day aviation extravaganza scheduled from November 17 to 21. The IAF confirmed the team’s arrival on its official X handle, announcing: “For the Dubai Air Show, the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team and Tejas fighters have landed at Al…

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Army to Equip T-90 Tanks with Lethal INVAR Missiles After ₹2,095.70-Crore Deal with BDL

Arijit Bose

New Delhi | In a major boost to India’s armoured warfare capabilities, the Ministry of Defence  inked a ₹2,095.70-crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the supply of INVAR anti-tank guided missiles. The agreement, signed at South Block, falls under the ‘Buy (Indian)’ category, ensuring that the missiles will be manufactured domestically under technology transfer. The deal aims to significantly enhance the firepower of the Indian Army’s frontline T-90 ‘Bhishma’ main battle tanks. INVAR—also known as the Russian 9M119M Refleks—is a laser-guided missile that can be fired directly from…

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CDS Anil Chauhan Pulls Up Private Defence Firms, Says ‘Profit Alone Isn’t Enough—Patriotism Matters Too’

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has issued a sharp warning to Indian private defence manufacturers, stressing that national security cannot be protected if companies remain driven only by profit motives. Speaking at a seminar organised by the United Services Institution (USI) in New Delhi, the CDS said private firms working with the armed forces must demonstrate patriotism, sincerity, and a sense of national responsibility in delivering critical defence systems. General Chauhan’s remarks come amid rising concerns within the armed forces that several domestic manufacturers have…

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India–US Maritime Cooperation Strengthens: Indian Navy Chief’s US Visit Deepens Indo-Pacific Partnership

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India–US maritime cooperation received a significant boost as Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi embarked on an official visit to the United States, marking a major step in strengthening defence ties and advancing shared interests in the Indo-Pacific region. According to an official statement from the Indian Navy, the visit highlights the commitment of both nations to a “free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific.” The tour comes weeks after India and the US signed a new 10-year defence cooperation framework on October 31, 2025, in Kuala Lumpur,…

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DRDO Unveils MP-AUV: Indigenous Underwater Robot to Detect Naval Mines, Boost Navy’s Combat Readiness

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India has taken a significant step toward strengthening its underwater defence capabilities with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developing a new indigenous Man-Portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (MP-AUV). Designed to detect naval mines hidden beneath the sea, this compact underwater robot promises to enhance the Indian Navy’s mine-warfare operations. Developed by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) in Visakhapatnam, the MP-AUV is engineered to swiftly locate and identify sea mines—one of the biggest threats to ships, submarines and ports. Its lightweight design allows one or two…

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India Seeks Restoration of Patrolling at LAC; China Says It Needs “More Time”

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: India has reiterated its demand for the restoration of regular patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), which has remained suspended in several friction points of eastern Ladakh for the past five years. The issue was firmly raised during the 23rd Corps Commander-level meeting held on October 25 at the Chushul–Moldo border point. Patrolling in key areas such as PP-16, PP-17 and parts of the northern bank of Pangong Tso has been halted since the June 2020 Galwan Valley clash. Following the violent confrontation, both sides mutually…

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