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How Indian pharma firms are creating a drug crisis in West Africa & the rural road ‘revolution’

Global media also looks at the contest between US & Russia to sell fighter jets to India.

Ukraine, Europe will be part of ‘real’ peace talks to end Moscow’s war, says US Secretary of State Rubio

Earlier on Sunday, US officials handed European officials a questionnaire asking how many troops they could contribute to enforcing a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia.

Global defence spending rose to $2.46 trillion in 2024 amid security challenges, shows IISS report

Data published by International Institute of Strategic Studies shows US, China and Russia were the top 3 countries with the largest defence budgets.

Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns

US defence secretary told Ukraine’s allies that a return to Ukraine's pre-2014 borders was unrealistic and that the US does not see NATO membership for Kyiv as part of a solution.

SubscriberWrites: How Russian propaganda influences ‘American Deep State’ narrative in Indian politics

The real 'Deep State' in India was embodied by Indira Gandhi’s regime. While the Congress Party failed to act during the 1962 Sino-Indian War, it was JFK who came to India’s aid.

Another Indian recruit in Russian army dies on warfront, some yet to be released

A little over 100 Indians were recruited into Russian army in 2023 & early 2024 to serve in support roles. Since Modi’s Moscow visit last July, at least 95 have returned home.

UK hosts UN Arria meeting to discuss violation of IHL by Russia in Ukraine

UK Ambassador to the UN Barbara Woodward highlights reports of violations against Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilian detainees.

US imposes sanctions on Iranian, Russian entities over interference attempt in 2024 presidential polls

The US Treasury alleged a Russian entity used AI to spread disinformation via fake news sites, including baseless claims about a 2024 vice-presidential candidate.

Air India continues flights over Russia despite Azerbaijan Airlines crash prompting others to pause

Using Russian airspace saves time on direct flights to US & Canada; Air India maintains all routes constantly assessed for risks and safety of passengers, crew is top priority.

Kazakhstan plane crash due to ‘physical & technical external interference’, says Azerbaijan Airlines

]Flight J2-8243 crashed on Wednesday in a ball of fire near Aktau city after diverting from southern Russia where Moscow has used air defence systems against Ukrainian drones.

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India has 7.4% growth, but faltering tax revenue could have implications in coming fiscal year

In the first eight months of the current fiscal year, New Delhi’s net tax intake didn’t even hit the halfway mark of what it expects to collect by March 31.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Army chief lambasts Chinese infra push in Shaksgam Valley. ‘We consider it illegal action’

Speaking at annual press conference, Army chief reiterated that India does not recognise 1963 Sino-Pakistan border pact under which Pakistan illegally ceded Shaksgam Valley to China.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.