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Ankit Kumar

Ankit Kumar is a Senior Sub Editor at India TV. He covers international affairs, foreign policy, politics, climate change, finance and global elections. With experience across digital media and policy research, he brings depth and clarity to fast-paced newsroom reporting. He has worked with Grant Thornton, Jagran English, DSA Magazine and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, Ministry of External Affairs. Ankit holds a postgraduate degree in East Asian Studies from the University of Delhi and attended the International Summer Programme on Poverty and Mental Health at Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Ankit’s work is driven by a deep interest in how global narratives are shaped and how they impact people on the ground.

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Nimisha Priya case: What is blood money and how could it save Kerala nurse in Yemen?
India | Jul 14, 2025, 04:21 PM IST
Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya on death row in Yemen for the 2017 murder of a local man faces execution on July 16 unless a last-minute 'blood money' settlement under Sharia law can save her.
Why Trump's Patriot missile promise to Ukraine is a big deal: Check range, features and capabilities
World | Jul 14, 2025, 02:27 PM IST
US President Donald Trump has said his administration will supply Patriot missile systems to Ukraine to help counter intensifying Russian attacks, but made clear Kyiv must bear the cost.
What's on the agenda as Jaishankar visits China after 5 years: Border tensions, SCO, ties in focus
India | Jul 14, 2025, 12:47 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's first visit to China in five years comes amid efforts to sustain a fragile thaw in ties strained by border tensions, Tibet friction and China's growing support for Pakistan.

Explained: India's big push of Rs 1,345 crore for rare-earth magnets to reduce reliance on China
India | Jul 11, 2025, 08:22 PM IST
India has unveiled a Rs 1,345 crore incentive scheme to boost rare-earth magnet manufacturing and cut its 80 per cent import dependence on China amid tightening Chinese export controls.
Thailand–Cambodia border row: Why China wants to mediate in the long-standing dispute
Explainers | Jul 11, 2025, 06:42 PM IST
A border skirmish that left one Cambodian soldier dead has reignited a long-running territorial dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, fuelling nationalist tensions and political fallout in Bangkok.
Chinese research vessel found active near Indian waters, operated secretly: Report
India | Jul 11, 2025, 04:55 PM IST
A Chinese research vessel was tracked operating covertly near India's east coast after disabling its AIS, raising concerns over possible undersea surveillance.

Centre picks domestic firm for maintenance of S-400 in a boost to Atmanirbhar Bharat | Know details
India | Jul 11, 2025, 06:50 PM IST
India has reportedly selected a domestic firm to set up a maintenance and repair facility for its S-400 missile systems marking a key step towards defence self-reliance under Atmanirbhar Bharat. The move follows the S-400's critical role in Operation Sindoor.
World Population Day: India's population to decline after 2061- What will happen to China and the US
India | Jul 11, 2025, 01:24 PM IST
India's population is projected to peak at around 1.7 billion in the early 2060s before gradually declining but it will remain the world's most populous country through the century.
Explained: Why India is looking to finalise a US trade deal before Trump's August tariff deadline
India | Jul 10, 2025, 07:17 PM IST
India is set to send a high-level delegation to Washington next week to fast-track talks on a bilateral trade pact as the US tariff suspension on Indian goods ends on August 1.

India-Greece defence bonhomie grows, sparks unease in Turkey amid missile deal buzz
India | Jul 10, 2025, 06:28 PM IST
India's growing defence ties with Greece and Armenia including a reported missile offer have triggered unease in Turkey which views the moves as a response to its support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.
Delhi earthquake: What India can learn from Japan as it sets standard with deep-sea sensor network
India | Jul 10, 2025, 04:40 PM IST
A 4.4 magnitude earthquake near Jhajjar was felt across Delhi-NCR on Thursday highlighting the region's seismic risk and lack of early alerts. Japan's advanced undersea sensor network offers valuable lessons for India on strengthening real-time earthquake preparedness.
Why BRICS is pushing back against the EU’s carbon border tax: Explained
World | Jul 10, 2025, 03:26 PM IST
BRICS nations have condemned the EU’s carbon border tax as a discriminatory trade barrier that undermines fair climate action and disproportionately burdens developing economies.

PM Modi wraps up five-nation tour: Key takeaways and what India gained | Explained
India | Jul 10, 2025, 02:31 PM IST
PM Modi's five-nation tour strengthened India's ties across the Global South with key gains in digital payments, critical minerals, defence and diaspora outreach. The visit saw major bilateral agreements, UPI's first international adoption and four top civilian honours.
Arunachal CM warns of China's 60,000 MW dam as 'water bomb': Know all about mega project
India | Jul 09, 2025, 11:09 PM IST
China has approved the construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet, just north of Arunachal Pradesh, triggering alarm in India over flood risks, water flow control and seismic threats.
Operation Sindoor: How India's AI-powered ghost Rafales outfoxed Pakistan | Explained
India | Jul 09, 2025, 06:45 PM IST
Pakistani claims of downing Rafales were based on successful hits on towed decoys, not actual aircraft. The deception was executed using a little-known but game-changing system onboard India’s Rafale jets, X-Guard, AI-powered decoy that mimics a real jet in every detectable way.

FATF flags state-sponsored terror financing for first time, validates India's stand on Pakistan
World | Jul 09, 2025, 04:42 PM IST
The FATF for the first time has officially recognised state-sponsored terrorism, reinforcing India’s long-standing charge against Pakistan-based groups like JeM and LeT. Citing the Pulwama and Gorakhnath attacks, the report exposes how terror outfits exploit hawala, crypto and e-commerce platforms.
Leaked audio claims Sheikh Hasina ordered 'shoot on sight' amid Bangladesh protests: Report
World | Jul 09, 2025, 02:12 PM IST
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina ordered a 'shoot-on-sight' crackdown on student protesters last year, resulting in at least 1,400 deaths, a leaked audio has revealed.
Trump’s 50 per cent copper tariff, 200 per cent pharma threat: What it means for India
World | Jul 09, 2025, 12:28 PM IST
Trump’s steep tariff warning puts India’s key exports at risk, with copper facing a 50 per cent duty and pharma staring at a possible 200 per cent hit.
Crippled and cornered: Pakistan Navy left exposed, humiliated as India's Operation Sindoor triumphs
India | Jul 08, 2025, 07:11 PM IST
Pakistan’s Navy remains docked weeks after Operation Sindoor, crippled by ageing warships, Chinese tech failures, and collapsing morale. As India asserts dominance at sea, Pakistan’s fleet has virtually vanished from the Arabian waters.
UAE's 23 lakh Golden Visa for Indians explained: Why China and Pakistan are left out
Explainers | Jul 08, 2025, 06:04 PM IST
The UAE has launched a nomination only Golden Visa pilot for Indians and Bangladeshis, offering lifetime residency for AED 100,000 without real estate investment. Pakistan and China are excluded, signalling a strategic shift in immigration policy based on trust, talent and geopolitical alignment.