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Friday, September 12, 2025
TopicRussia-Ukraine conflict

Topic: Russia-Ukraine conflict

What is veto, who can exercise it and why it’s not applicable in UN General Assembly

A veto is a negative vote and is the most significant distinction between permanent and non-permanent members in the UN Security Council.

Crammed bunkers, missile that never went off — Ukraine through the eyes of stranded Indian students

Around 3,500 Indian students enrolled at Kharkiv National Medical University are hiding out in underground bunkers of hostels a few kilometers away from their university.

As sanctions loom, Chelsea owner’s statement shows uncertainty for Russian football club owners

Roman Abramovich’s handing over stewardship of Chelsea FC is the most high-profile response amongst mega-rich Russians grappling with economic uncertainty and calls for blacklisting

Bouquets, PM’s message for students back from Ukraine — how BJP pushed its machinery into ‘Op Ganga’

Indian students greeted by ministers and top officials who conveyed to them that the PM “will bring back every student” from war-hit nation, amid heavy criticism from Opposition.

NATO finally comes to Ukraine’s aid with response force debut, members send arms, ammunition

After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, NATO has activated its response force. Germany, France and others are sending missiles and other weapons systems amid escalation.

Russian troops enter Ukraine’s second-largest city Kharkiv, blow up gas pipeline

Russian Defence Ministry Spokesperson Major General Igor Konashenkov earlier said armed forces struck Ukrainian military facilities with sea- and land-based cruise missiles.

‘Pitiful’ Ukrainians and a dreadful journey: What evacuated Indian students saw & felt

The first batch of Indian students who arrived in Mumbai from Bucharest were studying medicine in Chernivtsi, Ukraine. They share their experiences of anguish on the way out.

YouTube blocks Russian state media outlet RT in Ukraine

The decision, however, has received flak from journalists, activists, and even a member of Congress who observed that YouTube was running advertisements against content from RT.

Disconnecting Russian banks from SWIFT first step in isolating Russia: Boris Johnson

The UK, US, and France, among others also ensured that the Russian Central Bank was prevented from deploying its international reserves in ways that undermine the sanctions.

Not 1st time India abstained in vote against Russia. It’s about Delhi’s own security interests

India took its traditional stance on resolution against Russia’s ‘aggression’. It stems from a historical grudge against Western and UNSC actions on matters affecting India’s security.

On Camera

The biggest threat to US dollar is Donald Trump

No trust in China, India still rising, and Europe in decline, help the Trump government dominate the market.

What’s behind bond yields’ logic-defying spike? The market’s concern over the future

While bond yields tend to fall amid low inflation & interest rate cuts, market experts say they’ve been rising due to concerns over tax collections, fiscal deficit & potential impact of US tariffs.

Navy gets first Tata-made Spanish 3D surveillance radar for its warships, 19 more to come

It is one of the most advanced long-range air defence and anti-missile radars. It has been acquired under an about USD 145-million deal signed in 2020.

Punjab is fast becoming the new Northeast. And there’s a message in it for Modi

In its toughest time in decades because of floods, Punjab would’ve expected PM Modi to visit. If he has the time for a Bihar tour, why not a short visit to next-door Punjab?