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Topic: Ceasefire

Russia and Ukraine to hold second round of peace talks after Kyiv hits nuclear bombers

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy says ceasefire and humanitarian issues, such as returning more prisoners, from Russia would be a priority for Kyiv at the upcoming talks.

Israel agrees to US envoy’s ceasefire proposal for Gaza, says White House

While confirmation is awaited from Israeli govt, media reported that PM Netanyahu told families of hostages held in Gaza that Israel had accepted the deal.

SubscriberWrites: Why the ceasefire between India-Pakistan

India’s decisive victory in Operation Sindoor achieved its objectives, delivering a potent message to Pakistan and the world, while demonstrating restraint and maturity by pausing hostilities to avoid a broader conflict.

No talks scheduled between DGMOs of India, Pakistan; no expiry date to ceasefire, says Indian Army

Amid rumours of break in hostilities ending Sunday, authorities have said the two countries have an understanding that they must not initiate any aggressive action.

Ukraine aims to secure ceasefire a priority during peace talks with Russia in Istanbul

Negotiators will also raise the possibility of a face-to-face meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy & Russian President Vladimir Putin during the ongoing talks in Turkey.

Amid fears of unexploded shells & ceasefire violations, Uri hopes for normalcy

Residents want both India & Pakistan to understand that local people are eager to return to normal life without the threat of attacks. They seek permanent ceasefire.

US takes credit for ‘ceasefire’, India says it worked it out ‘directly’ with Pakistan

While both countries announced cessation of firing, there was no official word from India on Pakistan’s claims of downing IAF fighter jets, including the Rafale.

Pakistan continues to violate ceasefire along LoC, firing in Poonch & Kupwara

There has been unprovoked firing from Pakistani troops for fourth consecutive night. This comes amid heightened tensions between the neighbours in aftermath of Pahalgam terror attack.

End of Putin’s Easter day ceasefire marked by Russian airstrikes, says Ukraine

There were no immediate reports of injuries or major damages from the attacks, regional Ukrainian officials said on social media. The scale of the attack was not immediately clear.

Starmer urges world to put ‘maximum pressure’ on Russia, says Putin’s ceasefire nod ‘not good enough’

The UK PM called for lasting peace with strong security measures. He also announced that Ukraine-allied countries will meet Thursday to draft robust plans to back a peace deal.

On Camera

Critical minerals are the new oil. India can’t afford to depend on China

Mineral security is no longer just an economic concern but a national security imperative, underpinning the country’s ambitions in clean energy, defence self-reliance, and advanced manufacturing.

India-US set to ink mini trade deal soon, reach understanding on agricultural & dairy products

Mini deal will likely see no cut in 10% baseline tariff on Indian exports announced by Trump on 2 April, it is learnt, but additional 26% tariffs are set to be reduced.

Not just AK-203, India & Russia to jointly manufacture AK-19 and PPK-20 for domestic use and export 

India-Russia JV is also racing to deliver 7,000 more AK-203 assault rifles by 15 Aug. These are currently being made with 50% indigenisation and this will surge to 100% by 31 December.

RSS chief Bhagwat draws the line at 75. India’s politics stares at the Modi Exception

BJP has no dynastic succession, at least not at the top. You can trace this back to Vajpayee-Advani era. This act of spotting, empowering younger talent is even more striking with the choice of BJP presidents.