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US Direct Engagement with Hamas Signals West Asia Policy Shift

The United States initiated direct talks with Hamas in April 2024, marking a significant change in its West Asia policy. The engagement occurred amid escalating conflict in Gaza...

 April 16, 2026

Iran Highlights Drones and Cyber Warfare in Military Strategy

Iran announced increased integration of drones and cyber warfare into its military strategies during recent defence briefings. The Iranian Armed Forces showcased new drone models and cyber capabilities...

 April 16, 2026

India’s Declining Rank in IMF GDP Projections 2024

India’s GDP growth projection by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for 2024 has declined, affecting its global ranking. The IMF reduced India’s growth forecast to 5.9% from an...

 April 16, 2026

Delimitation Exercise Triggers Nationwide Lok Sabha Seat Debate

The delimitation exercise initiated in India has sparked widespread political debate regarding the allocation of Lok Sabha seats. The process involves redrawing parliamentary constituencies based on recent census...

 April 16, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Key Global Energy Chokepoint

The Strait of Hormuz has become a critical global energy chokepoint due to escalating geopolitical tensions. Located between Oman and Iran, it links the Persian Gulf with the...

 April 16, 2026

Uttarakhand Hosts Junior Youth Table Tennis Championship

Uttarakhand has hosted the 87th Inter-State Junior and Youth National Table Tennis Championship at the Multipurpose Sports Hall in Parade Ground, Dehradun. It is the first time the...

 April 16, 2026

India Backs UNSC Reform With Deferred Veto Proposal

India has opposed the creation of a two-tier system of permanent membership in a reformed United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and has supported a compromise proposal by the...

 April 16, 2026

LIC Launches MyLIC and Super Sales Saathi Apps

LIC of India has launched two new mobile applications, MyLIC for customers and Super Sales Saathi for sales intermediaries, as part of its wider digital transformation drive. The...

 April 16, 2026

IOS SAGAR Reaches Phuket On Regional Mission

Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, led by INS Sunayna, reached Phuket, Thailand, on 14 April 2026 after a six-day transit from Malé, Maldives. This is the second port...

 April 16, 2026

INS Dhruv Deployed in Arabian Sea

Pakistan’s closure of a large section of the northern Arabian Sea for a suspected missile test has led to a notable intelligence-focused maritime standoff with India. The Indian...

 April 16, 2026

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