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Joint training, testing, data sharing — EU, India identify areas for counter-drone collaboration

First EU-India roundtable held on countering terrorist exploitation of drones held Thursday in Delhi. Meet organised by NSG in partnership with EU delegation & EU project.

India will replace military personnel at Maldives aviation platforms with civilians

The 77 Indian military personnel — engineers, trainers, and pilots — posted in Maldives are responsible for operating two helicopters and a Dornier aircraft given by New Delhi to Maldives.

Bangladesh thanks India for ‘standing by it’, backs country’s decision to fence border with Myanmar

In his first visit to India as Bangladesh foreign minister, Hasan Mahmud stressed that the Sheikh Hasina government had undertaken a zero-tolerance policy on terrorism.

Necessity or trouble in making? What fencing of borders with Myanmar could mean for India

Modi govt has announced it will fence India’s border with Myanmar. Experts remain divided over the move, with some saying that it can make a dent in ‘Act East Policy’.  

Govt departments split as trade talks with European pharma firms hit last lap, patent key issue

Last month, at least two meetings were held between representatives of India & European Free Trade Association. The FTA with the 4-nation bloc is likely to be finalised this month.

Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud arrives at Delhi, set to meet EAM S Jaishankar

This is Mahmud's first visit to India after being sworn in as the foreign minister. During the visit, India and Bangladesh will review bilateral relations and discuss future strategies.

Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud to visit India this week

During his 7-9 day visit to India, Mahmud will also hold talks with Jaishankar and review the progress of bilateral relations in a wide range of areas.

58% young urban Indians want greater economic engagement with China, ORF survey finds

Survey conducted last year among 5,000 respondents aged 18-35 across 19 cities. Survey report launched Monday by Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Mohamed Muizzu unveils ‘India-Out’ vision to near-empty Maldivian Parliament

Two top Opposition parties boycotted Muizzu’s speech. They are against the Maldivian President’s stark “anti-India” pivot and hold a majority in the House.

Maldives President Muizzu says Indian troops to leave by 10 May. ‘Won’t compromise nation’s sovereignty’

Muizzu told Parliament he'd ‘remain steadfast’ & not give in to any external pressure. The 2 main oppn parties boycotted his inaugural address at start of final session of Parliament.

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Oropouche virus is rapidly spreading in South America. It can cause large outbreaks

The lack of resources to test and track the OROV virus through comprehensive surveillance systems severely hampers efforts to accurately monitor outbreaks.

Noida International Airport, Delhi NCR’s 2nd, delayed. To begin operations by April 2025

According to a statement by the airport, commercial operations likely to begin next year 'in view of the current construction status'. It was supposed to commence operations by 2024 end.

Amid tensions with China, Philippines says BrahMos a ‘credible defence’

At interaction in Delhi Monday, Ambassador of Philippines also highlighted talks over possibility of high-level delegation visit later this year to mark 75 yrs of diplomatic ties.

Modi’s new universe: the normal irritants of democracy & awkward chai with Rahul Gandhi

Changed reality for Modi govt in its 3rd innings is by no means rise of a new phenomenon. It's a return to old normal where even majorities had to routinely wrestle with storied million mutinies.