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Trump says US has ‘virtually unlimited’ weapons: A closer look at America’s air, land and naval power

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Trump says US has ‘virtually unlimited’ weapons: A closer look at America’s air, land and naval power

US President Trump highlights the country’s “virtually unlimited” weapons stockpile, showcasing America’s unmatched air, land, and naval capabilities.

How US LNG exporters are profiting from Iran conflict and what it means for India

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How US LNG exporters are profiting from Iran conflict and what it means for India

LNG prices in Europe jumped over 40% after Iran targeted Qatar’s LNG facilities, with US exporters rushing to meet soaring global demand while India braces for higher energy costs.

From hacked traffic cameras to seized phone data: Inside Israel’s years-long plan for the 60-second strike on Khamenei

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From hacked traffic cameras to seized phone data: Inside Israel’s years-long plan for the 60-second strike on Khamenei

A years-long campaign of cyber intrusions, signals intelligence and human sources laid the groundwork for the coordinated US-Israel strike that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and reshaped Iran’s political landscape.

How long can Field Marshal Asim Munir support Trump? The steep political cost of Pakistan's foreign policy

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How long can Field Marshal Asim Munir support Trump? The steep political cost of Pakistan's foreign policy

Pakistan’s leadership struggles to balance US relations and domestic unrest as Shia protests erupt over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei.

Pakistan’s diplomatic tightrope after Khamenei’s death: Protests, alliances and regional impact

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Pakistan’s diplomatic tightrope after Khamenei’s death: Protests, alliances and regional impact

Pakistan condemns the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, urges restraint, and faces violent pro-Iran protests across major cities.

1,800 firms sue to recover $130 billion after US Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs

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1,800 firms sue to recover $130 billion after US Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs

US companies are filing thousands of lawsuits to recover billions in import duties after the Supreme Court struck down former President Donald Trump’s global tariffs.

90% of Trump tariff costs borne by US consumers and import firms. But is the refund path clear?

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90% of Trump tariff costs borne by US consumers and import firms. But is the refund path clear?

US companies could reclaim billions in tariff refunds after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s key trade measures, but with most costs passed on to consumers and importers, the path to recovering that money remains uncertain.

Imran Khan-Asim Munir's fierce rivalry dates back to an incident in 2019: Here's what happened

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Imran Khan-Asim Munir's fierce rivalry dates back to an incident in 2019: Here's what happened

A 2019 controversy involving Bushra Bibi and the ISI triggered a fallout that grew into one of Pakistan’s most dramatic civil-military confrontations.

Bangladesh elections minus Sheikh Hasina: Why India is watching the results closely

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Bangladesh elections minus Sheikh Hasina: Why India is watching the results closely

India is closely monitoring Bangladesh’s historic elections, where the outcome will shape regional security, trade, and diplomatic ties amid BNP-Jamaat rivalry.

Bangladesh elections on February 12: Why stakes are higher than ever before

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Bangladesh elections on February 12: Why stakes are higher than ever before

Bangladesh heads into its February 12 general election amid political upheaval, with the BNP leading the race, Jamaat mounting a strong challenge, and the post-Hasina transition, economic concerns and youth influence shaping a high-stakes contest.

Posters of Khaleda Zia, deserted Awami League office, BNP-Jamaat clashes: How Bangladesh is gearing up for elections

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Posters of Khaleda Zia, deserted Awami League office, BNP-Jamaat clashes: How Bangladesh is gearing up for elections

With just days to go before Bangladesh’s 13th Parliamentary Election, violence, disinformation, and a starkly divided political landscape highlight a tense and unpredictable poll.

A breath of fresh air on two wheels: Why Iran’s new law letting women ride motorcycles matters

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A breath of fresh air on two wheels: Why Iran’s new law letting women ride motorcycles matters

Iran has formally ended years of legal uncertainty by allowing women to obtain motorcycle licences, a move seen as a symbolic step toward greater mobility and legal protection amid long-standing social restrictions.

Hawa Baloch and Asifa Mengal: Inside BLA’s use of women suicide ‘fidayeens’ in Operation Herof Phase II

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Hawa Baloch and Asifa Mengal: Inside BLA’s use of women suicide ‘fidayeens’ in Operation Herof Phase II

A sweeping BLA offensive under Operation Herof Phase II has triggered one of the deadliest escalations in Balochistan in years, exposing deep security gaps, conflicting casualty claims, and a strategic shift with women fighters taking centre stage.

Budget 2026: Sitharaman delivers ninth record Budget, speech runs 1 hour 25 minutes: Check longest and shortest budget speech 

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Budget 2026: Sitharaman delivers ninth record Budget, speech runs 1 hour 25 minutes: Check longest and shortest budget speech 

Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ninth consecutive Union Budget in 2026, with a 1-hour 25-minute speech, matching P. Chidambaram’s record for most budgets delivered.

From military bases to mineral access: What’s inside the Greenland ‘framework’ that made Trump drop Europe tariffs

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From military bases to mineral access: What’s inside the Greenland ‘framework’ that made Trump drop Europe tariffs

Trump dropped planned tariffs on European allies after NATO talks in Davos produced a preliminary Greenland framework focused on Arctic security and an expanded US military presence, stopping short of annexation.

What awaits Trump at Davos: A tense reception and the 8-lakh-sq-mile elephant in the room

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What awaits Trump at Davos: A tense reception and the 8-lakh-sq-mile elephant in the room

As Donald Trump heads to Davos amid the Greenland row, tariff threats and alliance strain, European leaders are bracing for a speech that could redefine the future of the US-led global order.

Trump targets Greenland: Why US wants it and can EU-NATO defend Denmark’s Arctic island?

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Trump targets Greenland: Why US wants it and can EU-NATO defend Denmark’s Arctic island?

US President Trump escalates his bid for Greenland, prompting EU retaliatory measures and NATO Arctic deployments to protect the island’s strategic and economic interests.

From ‘trade bazooka’ to €93 billion tariffs: How the EU plans to counter Trump’s fresh tariff threat

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From ‘trade bazooka’ to €93 billion tariffs: How the EU plans to counter Trump’s fresh tariff threat

Trump’s Greenland push has triggered a major US–EU trade standoff, with Europe weighing its powerful “trade bazooka” and €93 billion in retaliatory tariffs.

Turkey edges toward Pakistan-Saudi ‘Muslim NATO’: Why it rings alarm bells in India

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Turkey edges toward Pakistan-Saudi ‘Muslim NATO’: Why it rings alarm bells in India

Turkey is reportedly close to joining the Saudi Arabia–Pakistan collective defence agreement, a move that could reshape security dynamics across West and South Asia and carry implications for India.

US cancels over 1 lakh visas in a year amid crackdown: How Indians have been affected

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US cancels over 1 lakh visas in a year amid crackdown: How Indians have been affected

The Trump administration has cancelled a record 100,000+ US visas amid tighter screening, expanded vetting and stepped-up deportations in 2025.

Pax Silica unpacked: Goals, members and why India may join the US-led tech initiative next month

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Pax Silica unpacked: Goals, members and why India may join the US-led tech initiative next month

India is set to be invited next month to join Pax Silica, a US-led technology and supply-chain initiative focused on semiconductors, critical minerals and AI, according to US Ambassador Sergio Gor.

Trump claims Modi acted to ‘make me happy,’ praises him as ‘a good man’

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Trump claims Modi acted to ‘make me happy,’ praises him as ‘a good man’

Trump said Modi acted to “make me happy” and linked India’s stance on Russian oil to potential trade consequences.

Trump threatens tariff hike on India if it doesn’t cooperate on Russian oil

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Trump threatens tariff hike on India if it doesn’t cooperate on Russian oil

US President Donald Trump warned that Washington could raise tariffs on Indian imports if New Delhi fails to cooperate on what he called the “Russian oil issue”.

‘Law of the jungle prevails’: How Shashi Tharoor, Owaisi, Singhvi and other Indian leaders reacted to US action in Venezuela

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‘Law of the jungle prevails’: How Shashi Tharoor, Owaisi, Singhvi and other Indian leaders reacted to US action in Venezuela

Indian political leaders across parties have criticised the US military action against Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolas Maduro, calling it a violation of international law and global norms.

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