INDIA
Fresh India-China friction over Shaksgam Valley? Origins of dispute and why New Delhi rejects Pak’s handover to Beijing
India's concerns stem from China's plan to build a long all-weather road in the Shaksgam Valley, which lies barely kilometers away from its territory.
WORLD
Trump's tariffs face big Supreme Court test: Why $150 billion refunds are at stake
Over 900 lawsuits had been filed in the US Supreme Court on behalf of businesses seeking tariff refunds
INDIA
Mamata's dramatic rush, mystery green file, explosive allegations: ED raids at I-PAC sparks political storm in Bengal
Mamata alleged that the raids against her aide Jain were "politically motivated and unconstitutional", accusing the ED officials of walking away with TMC's sensitive political documents
WORLD
Pakistan leverages Op Sindoor to win billion-dollar defence orders, claims won't need IMF bailouts soon
The Pakistani defence minister also resorted to exaggerated claims about his country's performance against India during the four-day military escalation in May, saying that the air force put up an "outstanding" show.
INDIA
Rare Quad meet in Beijing, attended by Indian envoy, sends message to China amid Taiwan tensions
The meeting comes at a time amid escalating tensions with the China holding large-scale military exercises around Taiwan in an intimidation move
WORLD
Hidden motives as Pakistan courts Russia's Putin
Pakistan has been trying to catch the attention of President Vladimir Putin, despite running the risk of angering US.
WORLD
'We're Muslims!': Pak president Zardari follows Asim Munir's footsteps, uses communal hate in Op Sindoor boast
Zardari claimed that Pakistan gave a befitting response to India during the four-day conflict in May and boasted how his country could have shot down all the Indian planes
POLITICS
West Bengal to Tamil Nadu: High-stakes electoral battles to watch in 2026
The focus now shifts to 2026, which promises to be a busy year in politics. Assembly elections are due in Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal and Puducherry. As many as 75 Rajya Sabha seats are also expected to fall vacant next year, which will lead to a battle of dominance in the Upper House.
POLITICS
Electoral report card 2025: Winners, losers and the big picture
As 2025 draws to a close, here's a quick look at the big political winners and losers of the year.
WORLD
Tarique Rahman to be Bangladesh's next PM? Why it matters for India and Pakistan
The BNP scion, who is the son of former prime minister Khaleda Zia, returned to a charged atmosphere on Thursday with violent protests gripping the country
INDIA
‘Don’t touch my clothes’: When Shivraj Patil's wardrobe became talking point during 2008 Delhi blasts
Patil was seen in three different sets of clothes on the night of September 13 when serial blasts in the national capital killed 22 people.
WORLD
Pakistan's crypto push gets murkier after high-level meeting with Binance CEO; Asim Munir, ISI chief take centrestage
The meeting came just a day after Munir was notified as the new Chief of Defence Force (CDF) of Pakistan, tightening his grip on power.
INDIA
Asim Munir becomes most powerful man in Pakistan's history: What it means for India
On Thursday, President Asif Ali Zardari approved the appointment of the army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, as Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) for a period of five years.
INDIA
Sprawling venue of Modi-Putin talks: A 8.2-acre Delhi landmark originally built for a prince
The nearly 100-year-old architectural landmark, spread across 8.2 acres, is thrust into the spotlight every time global leaders arrive in India on a state visit.
BUSINESS
Indian rupee hits record low: Journey from under Rs 4 a dollar in 1947 to 90 today
The slide comes as banks kept buying US dollars at higher levels and FII outflows continued amid a rush by companies to hedge against further weakness in the currency.
WORLD
Imran Khan mystery deepens as son fears 'something irreversible' has happened to ex-Pakistan PM
Kasim said that not even knowing whether his father is safe, injured or even alive is a form of "psychological torture".
INDIA
Russia's Putin to visit India on Dec 4-5 as New Delhi eyes more S-400 systems
Putin had mentioned he will travel to India in early December for the annual summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
INDIA
Siddaramaiah vs Shivakumar: Kharge calls high-level meeting as suspense over Karnataka leadership deepens
Kharge added that Rahul Gandhi will also be present at the meeting, which will include both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar.
WORLD
Asim Munir revives Operation Sindoor boast: 'Forces enhanced Pakistan's global stature'
Carrying forward his lofty remarks about Pakistan’s future, Munir said the country is “a nation of consequence and destined to attain its rightful place in the comity of nations.”
INDIA
'Will Vaishno Devi Hospital deny treatment to Muslims?' How admission row caused a political storm in J&K
The row erupted after a delegation led by BJP's Sunil Sharma, Leader of Opposition in the J&K Assembly, met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha last week and submitted a memorandum seeking a review of admission norms and “corrective measures”.
INDIA
'Will stay CM if ...': Siddaramaiah reacts as Karnataka CM change buzz grows louder; DKS loyalists gather in Delhi
On Monday, chief minister Siddaramaiah gave a cryptic response to the ongoing buzz in the state, saying that he will accept the decision taken by the Congress top brass.
INDIA
Sindh leader welcomes Rajnath Singh's 'borders can change' remark: 'Pakistan a lethal poison'
Pakistan was created as a result of the 1947 Partition of then-undivided India, and the Sindh region near the river Indus has been part of Pakistan since then.
INDIA
DKS, Siddaramaiah's meetings spark 'November Revolution' buzz in Karnataka; all eyes on cabinet reshuffle decision
Over the last few weeks, there have been talks in Karnataka's political circles about the possible change in the leadership due to the alleged agreement.
INDIA
Contrasting fortunes of RJD & LJP: Vote share almost intact but wild swing in seat tally — here’s why
The RJD's vote share dipped by a mere 0.11 percentage point this year while the LJP(RV)'s share declined by a paltry 0.69%.
