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Chabahar port dilemma Navigating geopolitical turbulence

19-01-2026

Located on Iran's southeastern coast, Chabahar port serves as a crucial gateway for India, providing a direct trade route to Afghanistan and Central Asia while circumventing Pakistan. The port's development traces back to initial discussions in 2003, gaining momentum with a 10-year contract signed in 2016 for India to develop and operate a section of it. Over the years, India has poured significant investments into the project, including a $120 million commitment under a long-term deal inked in May 2024. This has facilitated the shipment of essential goods like wheat to Afghanistan and enhanced regional trade connectivity.

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Will Maha poll results impact other polls?

19-01-2026

In a resounding triumph for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance, the results from Maharashtra's 29 municipal corporations have signalled strong public endorsement of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's development agenda. Home Minister Amit Shah took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the victory and emphasized that this "historic success" validates the Mahayuti government's welfare initiatives under Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

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From dreamers to doers

12-01-2026

When discussing India's young population, the term "demographic dividend" frequently emerges as a beacon of potential. With approximately half of the country's residents under 30, India is poised to leverage this youthful energy into a significant global advantage. However, a critical question looms: Are we transitioning from mere motivation to profound meaning, and from abstract ideas to tangible actions? Are our youth evolving into proactive doers rather than remaining passive dreamers?

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Tariffs or tantrums?

12-01-2026

The US Supreme Court is on the verge of delivering a highly anticipated verdict on the legality of President Donald Trump's broad tariffs, imposed since early 2025 under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) of 1977. As of January 10, 2026, no ruling has been issued—the court did not release a decision on January 9 (its first session day of the year), despite widespread expectations. The next possible date for opinions is January 14, 2026, leaving global markets, businesses, and trading partners like India in suspense.

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Is it ‘all well’ in Bengal?

12-01-2026

The debate also touched upon broader questions of federalism, the independence of investigative agencies, and the rule of law versus the “law of the ruler.” Ultimately, the discussion highlighted a core challenge: ensuring that law enforcement agencies operate effectively and independently

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Mamdani emerges as front-runner

05-11-2025

New York City is all set to elect a new mayor on Tuesday as the mayoral race enters its final lap, with Indian-descent Zohran Kwame Mamdani emerging as the front-runner to take up the top political post in America's biggest city. Mamdani, 34, born in Uganda and raised in New York City, is a New York State Assembly member and democratic socialist running for Mayor.

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Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful, polarising V-Ps in US history, dies at 84

05-11-2025

Dick Cheney, the hard-charging conservative who became one of the most powerful and polarising vice presidents in US history and a leading advocate for the invasion of Iraq, has died at age 84. Cheney died on Monday night due to complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease, his family said in a statement.

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Flying cars: Chinese firm kicks off trial production

05-11-2025

A Chinese firm this week began trial production of flying cars stated to be the next generation in the world of transportation, ahead of US firm Tesla and others plans to launch the same shortly.

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‘PIO truck driver who killed 3 in US was sober during crash’

05-11-2025

An Indian-origin driver who crashed his semi-truck killing three people in California last month was not driving while intoxicated, contrary to initial reports, but the case remains a grossly negligent homicide, US authorities have said.

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Grateful Dead singer Donna Jean Godchaux dies at 78

05-11-2025

Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, who spent the Seventies singing with the Grateful Dead, sang back-up on several classic Sixties hits, and fronted her own bands, has died. She was 78.

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US threatens Nigeria with military action

03-11-2025

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said he has asked the Defense Department to prepare for possible "fast" military action in Nigeria if the West African nation fails to crack down on the killing of Christians.

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Hegseth: US, China to set up direct military lines

03-11-2025

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has urged Southeast Asian nations to stand firm and strengthen their maritime forces to counter China's increasingly "destabilising" actions in the South China Sea.