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  Who is Delcy Rodriguez, Nicolas Maduro's 'tiger' who has been named Venezuela's interim president?

  January 04, 2026 8:25 IST

  Delcy Rodriguez has been named the interim president of Venezuela by the nation's Supreme Court following the US attacks and the capture of its president, Nicolas Maduro and his wife. Here is all you need to know about Rodriguez

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  Oil, drugs and infiltrators fuel Venezuela-US feud- Who will back Nicolas Maduro if war erupts?

  January 03, 2026 17:34 IST

  Venezuela boasts the world's largest proven oil reserves- eclipsing those of Russia, Saudi Arabia, and the US- yet grapples with low production output. The US hungers for influence, favouring a compliant government to tap this treasure.

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  How Jaishankar's 'bad neighbour' jibe at Pakistan reflects India's new retaliation doctrine

  January 02, 2026 13:58 IST

  But when it comes to bad neighbours who persist with terrorism, India has every right to defend its people and will do whatever is necessary. You cannot request us to share our water with you and also spread terrorism in our country, Jaishankar said.

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  India's BRICS Presidency 2026: Can New Delhi balance the US while leading the Global South?

  January 01, 2026 7:43 IST

  India assumed the chairmanship of BRICS following the conclusion of the BRICS Sherpas’ meeting held in Brasilia on December 12. The transition was marked by the ceremonial handover of the traditional gavel from Brazil’s Sherpa to his Indian counterpart.

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  What's happening in Yemen and why Saudi Arabia and UAE got involved in tense faceoff after bombing?

  December 31, 2025 8:31 IST

  Yemen conflict: The UAE is taking back its troops from Yemen after Saudi Arabia bombed a weapons cache sent by Abu Dhabi for a seperatist group.

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  INSV Kaundinya sets sail for Oman: How this engine-less ship will revive India's ancient glory

  December 29, 2025 13:56 IST

  The INSV Kaundinya is built using a technique believed to have been used in India 1,500 years ago. It does not have an engine and functions using the sails and wind. Here is all you need to know about the INSV Kaundinya.

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  Amid widespread anti-Hindu violence, what Tarique Rahman's return to Bangladesh means for India

  December 25, 2025 13:38 IST

  Events in Bangladesh are under close watch in New Delhi. During Sheikh Hasina’s tenure, Dhaka maintained strong ties with India, kept Pakistan at a distance and carefully balanced its relationship with China. Since her removal from office, things have been the opposite under Muhammad Yunus.

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  Over 58 lakh names deleted in Bengal: What 2019, 2021, 2024 numbers say about political trajectory

  December 16, 2025 16:54 IST

  The EC's move to delete more than 58.8 lakh voters is expected to cause a massive row in West Bengal, where Assembly elections are scheduled to be held next year. The ruling TMC, led by CM Mamata Banerjee, has repeatedly criticised the exercise and urged the top poll body to halt it immediately.

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  Why BJP turned to Baijayant Panda for Assam polls: Decoding the key role of Naveen Patnaik's ex-aide

  December 15, 2025 14:23 IST

  A five-time MP from Odisha, 61-year-old Panda is currently serving as the party's national vice president and spokesperson. BJP's move to appoint him as Assam incharge comes following the party's success in the 2024 Delhi assembly elections, where Panda had played a key role.

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  Kerala Local Body Election Results: Analysing BJP-led NDA's performance ahead of 2026 Assembly polls

  December 14, 2025 13:57 IST

  Kerala Local Body Election Results 2025: In total, the NDA has won 1919 wards across Kerala, as per the Kerala SEC. In the 2020 local body elections, the alliance had won 1,597 wards.

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  International Mountain Day: Who can climb mountains and what documents are required?

  December 11, 2025 7:43 IST

  Over 27 per cent of the Earth's surface is covered by mountains. According to the United Nations, mountains are home to 15 per cent of the world’s population. They also support one-quarter of the world’s land animals and plants.

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  150 years of Vande Mataram: Why BJP and Congress are at loggerheads over 'missing stanzas'?

  December 08, 2025 7:20 IST

  PM Modi on November 7 launched a year-long celebration to commemorate the 150th year of Vande Mataram. He said the aim of the initiative was to create awareness among youth and students about the significance of the national song.

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  Right to Disconnect Bill explained: What is it and its chances of becoming law

  December 07, 2025 7:35 IST

  The Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025 was introduced in the Lok Sabha, proposing to give employees the legal right to ignore work-related calls and emails after office hours. The private member’s bill, introduced by NCP MP Supriya Sule, seeks to set up an Employees’ Welfare Authority.

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  IndiGo chaos: Know your rights as passenger to get refunds, compensation | EXPLAINED

  December 05, 2025 14:21 IST

  IndiGo passengers are entitled to a full refund if their flight is cancelled or if the departure time is brought forward by at least 1 hour.

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  Why is Putin's visit to India significant? A look back at India-Russia bonhomie over the years

  December 03, 2025 14:46 IST

  Russian President Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to India, his first since the Ukraine war marks a crucial moment in the long, trust-based relationship between New Delhi and Moscow. Despite Western pressure, sanctions and global tensions, India and Russia continue to rely on each other in key areas

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  Cybersecurity or snooping? What is the Sanchar Saathi controversy and why Opposition is alarmed

  December 02, 2025 12:52 IST

  The Department of Telecommunications has instructed mobile phone manufacturers to ensure that the Sanchar Saathi app is pre-installed on all handsets made or imported in India within 90 days.

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  The bioweapon time bomb: Why Jaishankar's warning matters | Explained

  December 01, 2025 14:58 IST

  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar warned that bioterrorism by non-state actors is no longer distant, emphasizing the critical threat.

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  Why 6,000 Airbus A320 aircraft need immediate flight-control fixes

  November 29, 2025 12:57 IST

  Fixes include software updates for newer planes and hardware replacements for older ones. The issue has led to flight delays and cancellations across several countries, including India, the US, and Europe.

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  Two debuts, two destinies: How Arvind Kejriwal rose and Prashant Kishor stumbled in debut election?

  November 14, 2025 13:20 IST

  Prashant Kishore was frequently compared with Arvind Kejriwal, whose Aam Aadmi Party rewrote political equations during its debut in Delhi. Kishore, however, has often rejected this comparison, noting that Kejriwal emerged from a mass anti-corruption agitation.

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  Why is the fall of the Berlin Wall a pivotal moment in world history?

  November 09, 2025 10:52 IST

  On November 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall was opened, a pivotal event that symbolised the end of the Cold War and paved the way for German reunification.

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  Delhi airport chaos: What is AMSS and why its failure led to more than 800 flights getting delayed

  November 08, 2025 15:31 IST

  Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport reeled under chaos for 48 hours after a technical snag at the Air Traffic Control led to over 800 flights getting delayed until Friday.

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  'Vande Mataram' row: Why were some stanzas of national song dropped | Explained

  November 07, 2025 17:59 IST

  Vande Mataram was penned by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in Sanskrit and Bengali. It appeared first in his 1882 novel Anandamath and comprises six verses.

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  How Russia is projecting power against West with Putin's nuclear stare-off with Trump | EXPLAINED

  November 06, 2025 17:19 IST

  The immediate trigger for renewed nuclear testing discussions in Russia came after United States President Donald Trump stated last month that the United States might restart nuclear weapons testing.

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  What is GPS spoofing and how it disrupted flights at Delhi's IGI airport | Explained

  November 06, 2025 10:56 IST

  Delhi’s IGI Airport experienced a rare GPS spoofing incident that corrupted navigation signals for flights landing on Runway 10/28. Spoofed signals misled aircraft positioning systems, forcing pilots to switch to ground-based landing aids and causing several flight diversions.

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  JD Vance's 'wife's faith' remarks ignite debate. Is US ready for a Hindu First Lady?

  November 03, 2025 23:32 IST

  Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2019, was addressing a Turning Point USA event in Mississippi on October 29, where he said he hopes that his wife will embrace Christianity. Although, he had pointed that he does not have 'problem' with Usha's faith.

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  Trump to host al-Sharaa in first-ever visit to White House. Why Syrian President's visit is crucial?

  November 02, 2025 9:50 IST

  al-Sharaa will become the first Syrian president who will visit the White House. According to an official, al-Sharaa may sign an agreement to join the US-led coalition against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) in the Middle East.

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  Trump gives 'guns-a-blazing' warning to Nigeria over 'killing of Christians'. What does data say?

  November 02, 2025 8:14 IST

  Nigeria is an African nation where the population is evenly divided between Muslims and Christians. Generally, the Muslims live in the country's north, while the south is dominated by the Christians.

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  Trishul: Indian Armed Forces flex their might in mega exercise and a post Operation Sindoor doctrine

  October 30, 2025 15:04 IST

  The strategic location and timing of the Trishul tri-services military exercise make clear that it is not routine training, but a strategic demonstration of readiness and of India’s willingness to translate doctrine into joint action.