Recent official data on narcotics-related crime trends in Northeast India indicates a shifting and increasingly complex drug trafficking landscape, with Assam recording the highest number of drug trafficking cases in the region, while Manipur has emerged as a major heroin hotspot. Assam’s position at the top of the list is largely attributed to its strategic...
India and South Korea are preparing to elevate their defence relationship into a more strategic and technology-driven partnership, with both nations exploring new opportunities in military co-production, defence innovation, and advanced technological collaboration. The move reflects the growing convergence of security interests between New Delhi and Seoul amid shifting geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region....
A satirical social media account known as the “Cockroach Janata Party” has emerged as a major online phenomenon after reportedly surpassing 10 million followers on Instagram. The page, which uses humor and political parody to comment on current affairs, has gained widespread traction among young users and digital audiences across India. The account, which does...
India mounted a strong diplomatic counterattack against Pakistan at the platform of the United Nations Security Council after references were made to Jammu and Kashmir in the course of deliberations, accusing Islamabad of attempting to misuse international forums while ignoring its own record on issues related to terrorism and regional stability. According to diplomatic sources,...
India could unlock massive fiscal savings amounting to nearly ₹7 lakh crore if elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies are held simultaneously, according to the chairperson of a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the proposal for simultaneous elections. The assertion has reignited national debate over the feasibility, benefits, and constitutional implications of conducting...
India and Italy have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through a broad strategic partnership aimed at enhancing cooperation across trade, defence, maritime security, and global connectivity. The renewed engagement reflects a shared vision to build a stable, prosperous, and interconnected Indo-Mediterranean region. Both countries have increasingly recognised the importance of aligning their diplomatic...
Veteran Indian politician and former Chief Minister Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri has passed away, marking the end of a long and respected public life defined by discipline, integrity, and decades of service in both state and national politics. Khanduri was widely regarded as one of the most honest and principled leaders in Indian public life. His...
India and Vietnam have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral defence cooperation, with a strong emphasis on maritime security, advanced technologies, and strategic coordination in the Indo-Pacific region during high-level talks in Hanoi. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held comprehensive discussions with Vietnam’s Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang, reviewing the progress...
Ride-hailing and urban mobility platform Rapido has secured $240 million in a fresh funding round, marking a significant milestone in its rapid growth journey and pushing its valuation to $3 billion. The latest investment underscores strong investor confidence in the company’s expanding role in India’s increasingly competitive mobility and logistics sector. The funding round was...
India and Vietnam have taken a significant step forward in their bilateral relationship by upgrading their ties to an “Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.” The move marks a new chapter in cooperation between the two fast-growing Asian economies, with both nations outlining an ambitious roadmap for long-term engagement across trade, security, and technological collaboration. A key...