INDIA
India vs Pakistan: Who has most powerful nuclear arsenal? In Agni V vs Shaheen III, the clear winner is…
While the Indian armed forces used BrahMos and Akash missiles during the Operation Sindoor strikes, it should be noted that the Agni series of missiles are the backbone of India’s nuclear capability.
INDIA
China set to build Xinjiang–Tibet rail line cutting through Aksai Chin near LAC: Why it matters for India
The planned line will link the existing Lhasa–Shigatse section to a new Hotan–Shigatse route, creating a roughly 2,000 km (1,240-mile) strategic corridor between China’s northwest and southwest
BUSINESS
Tariff turmoil deepens: 'US will also suffer,' says SBI Report, urges Centre to 'keep pride intact'
The report warned that the new tariff regime will translate into a possible levy of around 50% on pharma exports that will impact earnings of pharma players by 5%-10% in FY26
INDIA
8th Pay Commission: As Centre breaks silence on terms of reference, Kotak Equities predicts rollout timeline - Check full details
8th Pay Commission Updates: If one looks at the past records, it has taken somewhere around 1.5 years for a pay commission to be implemented from the date of announcement.
INDIA
From 'India Out' to Muizzu's protocol break for Modi: India-Maldives ties take a turn as China watches closely
Maldives will try to ‘welcome’ Indians again. As per the 2023 data, over 2 lakh Indians visited Maldives.
BUSINESS
Scotch lovers, take note: Your favourite brands are set to get cheaper under India-UK FTA
Under the terms of the trade pact, announced on May 6, India will reduce duties on UK gin and whisky from 150 per cent to 75 per cent, and subsequently to 40 per cent by the tenth year.
INDIA
What is 'The Resistance Front'? Lashkar's shadow group behind deadly Pahalgam attack now US-designated terrorist group
Born on October 10, 1974, in Srinagar, Sheikh Sajjad was designated a terrorist by India in 2022. Investigations into the workings of TRF reveal that the group shares funding channels with Lashkar-e-Taiba.
INDIA
From Rolex and Chopard to Bhagavad Gita: Inside MEA's vault of diplomatic soft power
PM Modi has received Rolex luxury watches, a set of perfume, a set of abayas, and two pieces of unstitched cloth worth Rs 2 lakh, a glass statue of Lord Ganesh worth Rs 1 lakh, and a painting worth Rs 2 lakh, among others.
LIFESTYLE
Labubu's spectacular success powers Pop Mart, Chinese firm expects profit to zoom over 350%
At present, Pop Mart’s market capilatisation exceeds $39 billion.
WORLD
Trump's rare earth push away from China, has a Chinese hand
While MP Materials has stopped sending rare earths to China since April, the company maintains that it will retain a ‘free market’ stance.
WORLD
America's rare earth renaissance: Can Pentagon's ambitious move shake China's dominance?
Apart from the US government, JP Morgan Chase and Goldman Sachs have also committed a $1 billion investment.
INDIA
India's next big shot: Homegrown mobile artillery heads for trial post-Sindoor triumph
The project was sanctioned in 2012, with the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) of the DRDO designated as the nodal agency.
BUSINESS
Trump tariffs: US imposes steep duties on 14 countries, including allies - Full list
This could be a risky pivot for global trade, as nations scramble to reach a sustainable pact that also caters to their domestic interests.
INDIA
Grounded F-35B in Kerala to be dismantled under iron-clad secrecy: Decoding costly security headache
The aircraft’s classified technology is closely guarded, which explains why Royal Navy officials had initially declined Air India’s offer to house it in a hangar.
WORLD
From Red Army to Red Carpet: How Russia's Taliban recognition is a tectonic shift in diplomacy
Interestingly, while the Taliban government did have ties with nations such as Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and China — and exchanged diplomats with Beijing and Abu Dhabi — these countries never officially recognised the Taliban government. But Russia just did.
INDIA
Indian Army's Apache Squadron to get first batch of combat choppers, eye on Pakistan front
India and the US had signed a $600 million agreement back in 2020 for six Apache AH-64E combat choppers.
INDIA
Dalai Lama succession: What is Gaden Phodrang Trust and why it has drawn China's scrutiny
Dalai Lama succession: Founded by the Tibetan spiritual leader himself, the Gaden Phodrang Foundation or Trust is tasked with the preservation of Tibetan culture, supporting the Tibetan community, and popularising Buddhist science and religion.
INDIA
8th Pay Commission: No terms of reference, no chairman - Delay in gazette notification sparks concerns
8th Pay Commission: Since the January 16 announcement by Vaishnaw, it has been more than 160 days, and there is no buzz on the ToR so far.
INDIA
Indian Navy 'almost' struck Pakistan during Operation Sindoor; BrahMos had zeroed in on Karachi harbor: Report
Indian Navy 'almost' struck Pakistan during Operation Sindoor; BrahMos had zeroed in on Karachi harbor: Report
BUSINESS
Who will be next US Fed boss? Its Waller vs Bessent vs Warsh vs Hassett in Trump-led Game of Thrones
Some analysts view Trump's comments as an attempt to influence monetary policy through a de facto 'shadow' Fed chair, even before Powell’s term ends in May 2026.
BUSINESS
Raymond plans Rs 1,200 crore investment in Andhra; garments, auto parts & aerospace in focus
As part of the initiative, the state government has offered a slew of incentives that include up to 30% capital subsidy, 100% exemption of electricity duty for 10 years
WORLD
Where is Iran's near-bomb-grade uranium stock? After 'Operation Midnight Hammer', mystery grows
Interestingly, the fresh report by the International Atomic Energy Agency said that Iran had over 600 kg of 60% enriched uranium hexafluoride.
WORLD
IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi's stunning u-turn: No, we didn't say Iran is close to manufacturing nuclear weapon | WATCH
While he spoke about how Iran was the only country in the world that was enriching 60 percent uranium, Grossi refuted the claims that the IAEA ever said that Tehran was manufacturing the atomic bomb
WORLD
Russia warns of 'Chernobyl-scale catastrophe' if Israel strikes Iran's Bushehr nuclear reactor
This warning comes on the same day Israeli missiles reportedly struck the inactive nuclear facility in Arak.
