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India, Singapore agree to further step up defense cooperation

October 22, 2024 Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh and Minister of Defence of Singapore Dr Ng Eng Hen co-chaired the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi on October 22, 2024. Both Ministers acknowledged the deep and long-standing bilateral defence relations based on shared outlook on regional peace, stability and security. This meeting assumes significance in the backdrop of India marking a decade of its Act East policy, in which Singapore has played a key role in promoting economic cooperation & cultural ties, and developing strategic connectivity with countries in the…

Nawaz Sharif wants to bury the hatchet with India

October 22, 2024 Arijit Bose

Lahore: Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s recent statements in Lahore call for India and Pakistan to move beyond past hostilities and focus on building a positive future as neighboring countries. Sharif expressed hope that Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Pakistan for the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) meeting could serve as an “opening” to improve relations, despite the strained history marked by terror attacks and political disagreements. Sharif emphasized the importance of resuming dialogue and cooperation, particularly in areas such as trade and sports, noting that the…

Yulia Navalnaya: A New Face in Russian Opposition Politics

October 22, 2024 Arijit Bose

Moscow: In a bold and unprecedented move, Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, has announced her intention to run for president of Russia once Vladimir Putin is no longer in power. Her candidacy marks a significant development in Russia’s ongoing political struggle, as she positions herself to carry on her late husband’s legacy of fighting for democracy, transparency, and justice in a country long dominated by Putin’s regime. Navalnaya’s Announcement and Vision for Russia During a recent interview, Yulia Navalnaya firmly declared, “I will participate in the…

Astronauts get to up their style quotient for NASA’s 2026 mission

October 22, 2024 Arijit Bose

Washington: Prada and Axiom Space’s collaboration on a spacesuit for NASA’s 2026 Artemis III moon mission blends fashion with cutting-edge space technology. The new Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit, praised for its innovative design, represents a shift in how spacesuits are crafted, described as the “luxury sports car” of astronaut wear. Prada’s expertise in custom garments, previously seen in high-tech sailing gear, shines through the suit’s sleek, functional aesthetic, featuring a white exterior with gray and red accents. This partnership is more than just a stylish venture; it signifies the intersection…

Trump, Kamala brace for the ultimate showdown

October 22, 2024 Arijit Bose

Washington: Voters in the United States will head to the polls on November 5 to choose their next president. Initially, this election seemed like a rematch of 2020. However, the landscape changed dramatically in July when President Joe Biden ended his campaign and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. The critical question now is whether America will elect its first woman president or grant Donald Trump a second term. As Election Day approaches, polling data will be closely monitored to assess how the campaign influences the race for the White House.…

New Chapter unfolds in Indo – Chinese ties

October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 Arijit Bose

Beijing: China has confirmed an agreement with India to resolve the long-standing border standoff in eastern Ladakh, as reported on October 22. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian announced that both nations have been engaged in productive communication through diplomatic and military channels regarding their border issues. “Now the two sides have reached a resolution on the relevant matters which China speaks highly of,” Jian said during a press conference in Beijing. He emphasized that China is committed to working with India to implement these resolutions, although he did not…

US continues to spin theories around the Pannu story

October 18, 2024 Arijit Bose

Washington: The US Justice Department alleged that an Indian RAW officer had conspired to kill Khalistani terrorist Pannu last year. This work was to be carried out during the state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US. Federal prosecutors claimed that the officer has been identified as 39-year-old Vikas Yadav, who was working in India’s foreign intelligence service, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). Indian government said RAW officer is no longer working At the same time, the Indian ‘Investigative Committee’ probing the alleged conspiracy to kill a Sikh…

The Downfall of the Butcher of Khan Younis

October 18, 2024 Arijit Bose

Tel Aviv: Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, who was killed in an Israeli army action, was born in 1962 in Gaza’s Khan Younis refugee camp. He had joined the movement for the establishment of an independent Palestine since childhood and was called the Butcher of Khan Younis due to his extremely violent attitude towards Israeli citizens. Sinwar developed brain cancer in Israeli custody When Israel arrested him sometime before 1990, he admitted during interrogation that he was responsible for the murder of 12 Israeli civilians. Later, he was sentenced to four…

Italy takes tough measures against export of weapons to Israel

October 18, 2024 Arijit Bose

Tel Aviv: Amid the ongoing fierce conflict between Israel and the Palestinian organization Hamas, Italy has taken tough measures on the export of its weapons and military material, imposing severe restrictions on Israel. This decision has been taken after the military operations being carried out by the Israeli army in the Gaza Strip and parts of Lebanon. Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni announced in Parliament that the Italian government has immediately suspended the process of issuing new licenses for the export of weapons and military equipment to Israel. Meloni also…

Zelensky tipped off about North Korea joining hands with Russia

October 18, 2024 Arijit Bose

Kyiv: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that ten thousand North Korean soldiers are preparing to fight on behalf of Russia in his country. Some North Korean officers have also been deployed in Ukraine. Ukraine has received intelligence about this. Concern of Ukraine’s Western allies increased Zelensky said, ‘We know about about ten thousand soldiers of North Korea, whom they are preparing to send to fight against us. North Korea’s involvement will be the first step towards world war.’ His claim has increased the concern of Ukraine’s Western allies. Australia…