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Why BRICS is pushing back against the EU’s carbon border tax: Explained
World | Jul 10, 2025, 03:26 PM ISTBRICS nations have condemned the EU’s carbon border tax as a discriminatory trade barrier that undermines fair climate action and disproportionately burdens developing economies.
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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 ISTChina 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.
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Operation Sindoor: How India's AI-powered ghost Rafales outfoxed Pakistan | Explained
India | Jul 09, 2025, 06:45 PM ISTPakistani 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.
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Dalai Lama succession dispute: Who is Gyaltsen Norbu, the China-backed Panchen Lama?
World | Jul 08, 2025, 11:21 PM ISTA growing clash over the Dalai Lama's succession highlights the struggle between China's political control and the Tibetan exile community's fight to preserve spiritual sovereignty and cultural identity.
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Crippled and cornered: Pakistan Navy left exposed, humiliated as India's Operation Sindoor triumphs
India | Jul 08, 2025, 07:11 PM ISTPakistan’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.
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UAE's 23 lakh Golden Visa for Indians explained: Why China and Pakistan are left out
Explainers | Jul 08, 2025, 06:04 PM ISTThe 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.
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Germany claims Chinese warship targeted its reconnaissance aircraft with laser over Red Sea
World | Jul 08, 2025, 04:41 PM ISTGermany has not disclosed the exact timing of the incident or the type of aircraft involved. However, German news outlet Der Spiegel reported that the targeted aircraft was a reconnaissance jet on an EU mission.
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After India reveals China's involvement in Operation Sindoor, Pakistan Army Chief resorts to denial
World | Jul 08, 2025, 01:14 PM ISTHis comments came days after Indian Army's Deputy Chief Lt Gen Rahul R Singh suggested that Beijing provided active military support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor using the conflict as a "live lab" to test various weapon systems.
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French intel exposes China's disinformation campaign to undermine Rafale sales
World | Jul 06, 2025, 11:37 PM ISTA French intelligence report reveals China's covert campaign to spread false claims about Rafale jets' performance during the India-Pakistan conflict, aiming to undermine sales and promote Chinese aircraft.
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Firmly committed to promoting 'freedoms' of Tibetans: US in birthday message to Dalai Lama
World | Jul 06, 2025, 09:39 AM ISTThe Tibetan community in McLeodganj is observing week-long celebrations of the Dalai Lama's birth anniversary on Sunday with a religious conference, youth forum, film screening and prayers for the long life of the Tibetan spiritual leader.
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Is Xi Jinping facing a coup? Chinese president's mysterious disappearance sparks global speculation
World | Jul 05, 2025, 06:31 PM ISTChinese President Xi Jinping's unusual disappearance from public view since late May has sparked intense speculation about his health and a possible internal power struggle. With no official explanation from Beijing, uncertainty looms over China's political future.
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'One border, three adversaries': Army Deputy Chief exposes Pakistan-China-Turkey nexus in Op Sindoor
India | Jul 04, 2025, 11:52 PM ISTLt Gen Rahul R Singh has warned of growing Pakistan-China military coordination and Turkey's support, urging India to rapidly enhance its air defence and strategic preparedness.
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Is Xi Jinping losing control? What it could mean for China and India: Explained
Explainers | Jul 03, 2025, 05:16 PM ISTBetween May 21 and June 5, 2025, Xi Jinping was nowhere to be seen. Not on state media. Not in official readouts. Not in diplomatic engagements. It was the longest unexplained absence of his presidency.
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Dalai Lama alone will decide his successor, says India in clear message to China
India | Jul 03, 2025, 01:24 PM ISTThe Dalai Lama holds a deeply significant position not only for Tibetans but also for millions of his followers around the world. The decision regarding his successor lies solely with the Dalai Lama, Union minister Kiren Rijiju said in a statement.
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Dalai Lama's succession plan: What happens if no successor is named? Explained
World | Jul 02, 2025, 01:11 PM ISTThe Dalai Lama has firmly said that the Gaden Phodrang Trust will choose his successor. The announcement comes amid intensifying concerns over the future of Tibetan Buddhism and a brewing succession conflict between the Tibetan exile leadership and the Chinese state.
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Why is PM Modi visiting Ghana? Key agendas behind Indian PM's first-ever visit in over 30 years
Explainers | Jul 01, 2025, 05:59 PM ISTGhana is one of West Africa's fastest-growing economies; its relationship with India is marked by robust and expanding trade and investment. India is the largest destination for Ghanaian exports; gold accounts for more than 70 per cent of India's imports from Ghana.
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China calls border dispute with India 'complicated', says open to delimitation talks
World | Jul 01, 2025, 12:05 AM ISTWhen asked about China's reaction to Rajnath Singh's recent remarks, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, “What I can tell you is that China and India have established the Special Representatives (SRs) mechanism on the boundary question."
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Are Pak, China and Bangladesh creating a SAARC replacement to counter India? Here's what report says
World | Jun 30, 2025, 05:01 PM ISTThe idea took further shape during a meeting held in Kunming on June 19 where Pakistan and China participated along with Bangladesh. According to reports, the Kunming discussions were a continuation of growing efforts by China and Pakistan to build a new regional alliance.
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Xi Jinping removes navy chief hinting rebellion in China
World | Jun 29, 2025, 06:50 PM ISTThese high-profile dismissals signal President Xi Jinping’s intensified crackdown on corruption and indiscipline within the Chinese military and defence establishment. Analysts believe this reflects Xi’s ongoing efforts to consolidate power within the PLA.
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Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif admits to Chinese intel support against India: Watch
World | Jun 27, 2025, 11:50 PM ISTKhawaja Asif went on to explain that sharing sensitive information,such as satellite imagery and threat analysis, is standard practice among nations with aligned strategic interests. He emphasised that both China and Pakistan view India as a mutual security concern.