The significance of Indiaβs ASTRA missiles, which Indonesia is buying π
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The significance of Indiaβs Astra missiles, which Indonesia is buying
Indonesia on Tuesday became the first country that signed a pact to import Indiaβs ASTRA missiles. Hereβs a look at the features of these missiles.
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Balen Shahβs first 100 days: Did Nepalβs government deliver on its promises? π
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Balen Shahβs first 100 days: Did Nepalβs government deliver on its promises?
The government says it fulfilled 70 of its 100 promises. Independent assessments put the number far lower, reflecting different ways of measuring progress against the administration's reform agenda.
Indira Point: Why Centre wants to protect landmark lighthouse and develop tourism hub π
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Indira Point: Why Centre wants to protect landmark lighthouse and develop tourism hub
The government wants to structurally repair and eventually develop tourism infrastructure and facilities around the lighthouse at the site. But the works proposed fall in sensitive coastal habitats and need prior approval.
Prince Harryβs court case against the Daily Mail: What was it about and why did he lose? π
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Prince Harryβs court case against the Daily Mail: What was it about and why did he lose?
A London court has dismissed Prince Harry's privacy lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher, ending his third legal battle with the British press. The case, filed in 2022, accused journalists of phone hacking and other unlawful methods. Here is what happenedβ¦
Dire straits: Hormuz flare-up underscores precariousness of US-Iran MoU; oil market on edge π
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Dire straits: Hormuz flare-up underscores precariousness of US-Iran MoU; oil market on edge
Strait of Hormuz tensions have resurfaced after fresh US-Iran hostilities, raising concerns over oil prices, global shipping, and India's energy imports.
Maharashtra rain: Why the Western Ghats received historically high rainfall this July π
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Maharashtra rain: Why the Western Ghats received historically high rainfall this July
Maharashtra is among the select Indian states where there is a significantly increasing rainfall trend both during monsoon and annually. Heavy rainfall event days, too, are increasing over the Konkan region along the west coast.
Hardeep Singh Nijjar case explained: Canadaβs latest findings and the US charges π
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Hardeep Singh Nijjar case explained: Canadaβs latest findings and the US charges
Canada says there is no evidence linking the Indian government to Hardeep Singh Nijjar's 2023 killing, while the US has charged Lawrence Bishnoi and Goldy Brar in the case.
Prambanan temple: Revisiting origins and history of Indonesiaβs iconic heritage site π
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Prambanan temple: Revisiting origins and history of Indonesiaβs iconic heritage site
Built in the 10th century, Prambanan is the largest temple compound dedicated to Shiva in Indonesia. PM Modiβs visit this week marked the beginning of Indiaβs effort to help restore it.
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Why Punjab is turning to methadone to supplement its fight against drug addiction π
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Why Punjab is turning to methadone to supplement its fight against drug addiction
Methadone Maintenance Therapy is a supervised treatment for opioid addiction. Here's why Punjab has launched dedicated MMT clinics and how they complement BNX therapy.
What changes with new EPFO portal: Centralised database, facility to see amount for withdrawal, and more π
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πJuly 9, 2026 at 02:17PM
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What changes with new EPFO portal: Centralised database, facility to see amount for withdrawal, and more
The new portal enables automated processes, including crediting of interest, online processing of claim verification, and a facility to view the eligible amount for withdrawals under various claim categories.
Why a US Senate campaign ended by sexual assault allegations matters for national politics π
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Why a US Senate campaign ended by sexual assault allegations matters for national politics
Graham Platner amassed popularity in Maine for the Senate race, but has now dropped out. It could have implications ahead of the midterm elections in November, which offer a chance for Democrats to counter Trump.
How Stuxnet changed cyber warfare, and why it still matters in the Age of AI π
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How Stuxnet changed cyber warfare, and why it still matters in the Age of AI
The pioneering malware forever transformed cyber warfare by proving malware could physically sabotage critical infrastructure, laying the foundation for today's AI-assisted cyber operations.
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How the worldβs first weekly insulin shot could change diabetes treatment in India π
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πJuly 9, 2026 at 07:47PM
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How the worldβs first weekly insulin shot could change diabetes treatment in India
Designed to reduce daily insulin injections to a single weekly dose, the long-acting insulin aims to improve treatment adherence for people with Type 2 diabetes and selected Type 1 diabetes patients.
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Why Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann is linking the SIR exercise to welfare schemes π
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πJuly 10, 2026 at 07:00AM
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Why Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann is linking the SIR exercise to welfare schemes
Bhagwant Mann has urged eligible voters to participate in the SIR process, saying it was necessary not only to safeguard their right to vote but to continue receiving benefits under various state government welfare schemes.
Can India refuse to extradite Lawrence Bishnoi? Hereβs what the law says π
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Can India refuse to extradite Lawrence Bishnoi? Hereβs what the law says
The US indictment of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi has raised questions over his possible extradition. But under the India-US Extradition Treaty and Indian law, surrender is subject to judicial scrutiny and the Centre's final approval.
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Behind βSatlujβ takedown, Indiaβs parallel regimes to regulate theatrical and OTT releases π
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Behind βSatlujβ takedown, Indiaβs parallel regimes to regulate theatrical and OTT releases
With the Cinematograph Act covering only theatrical releases, streaming platforms typically operated with minimal oversight. But as their influence and reach grow, the government has made attempts to regulate them.
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Explained: Funds freeze for Mamata-led TMC faction, over allegations of misappropriation π
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Explained: Funds freeze for Mamata-led TMC faction, over allegations of misappropriation
The Calcutta High Court has offered some relief to the Mamata-led TMC, but it won't immediately help the party. Earlier this week, the ED conducted raids in West Bengal, linked to the complaint from the rebel faction of the TMC.
Expert Explains | How Turkey emerged as a winner from a fractious NATO summit π
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Expert Explains | How Turkey emerged as a winner from a fractious NATO summit
Trump said he will lift sanctions on Turkey over its 2019 purchase of Russian S-400 defence systems, and signalled a willingness to sell the F-35s blocked by those sanctions and other US laws. This will mark a dramatic turnaround for US-Turkey ties.
Graphs, Data and Perspectives | June inflation may breach RBIβs 4% target. Whatβs driving this? π
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Graphs, Data and Perspectives | June inflation may breach RBIβs 4% target. Whatβs driving this?
Retail inflation fell from more than 6% in October 2024 to zero in October 2025. Since then, however, the figure has started edging up β a trend exacerbated by supply constraints in the wake of the war in West Asia.
Trump removes Election Assistance Commission members: Why this matters ahead of US midterms π
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πJuly 10, 2026 at 06:21PM
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Trump removes Election Assistance Commission members: Why this matters ahead of US midterms
Trump has fired commissioners of the Election Assistance Commission, leaving it unable to function as the November midterms approach. This is the latest in a broader series of removals under his administration.
After 4 months, FIIs start returning to Indian stocks β but not much has changed π
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πJuly 11, 2026 at 06:15AM
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After 4 months, FIIs start returning to Indian stocks β but not much has changed
Analysts think the use of AI and geopolitics to argue away Indiaβs weak performance over the last two years appear to be 'superficial'.