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Why Indian defence is concerned about Russia-Ukraine crisis — project delivery, lessons China draws

The immediate effect of the Ukraine conflict would be the delay in delivery of ongoing projects by Russia. But the long-term impact would be the lessons China draws here.

Imran Khan Russia visit was more about reducing ties with US – Pakistan’s looking East now

A popular understanding in Pakistan is that its first prime minister, Liaquat Khan, made a mistake by accepting America’s invitation before Moscow’s.

How Ladakh and Doklam played into US’ great tech game

In ‘The Great Tech Game’, Anirudh Suri writes in that in the ‘cold war’ between US and China, digital battlegrounds will decide the winner. And all eyes are on India.

50 yrs ago Nixon’s visit to China changed geopolitics. Now Russia is in the building

The nightmare scenario for India would be if the US comes to the conclusion that it confronts a greater threat from Russia and justifies strategic accommodation with China.

Why a $500 mn US development grant sparked mass protests, threatens Nepal’s ruling coalition

Critics of the MCC grant, which aims to upgrade Nepal’s infrastructure, say it threatens sovereignty.

US and others shouldn’t fall for Taliban’s ruses. Aid and assets will still go to terrorism

America’s softening its stance on Afghanistan only led to the Taliban hardening its position. Lifting sanctions will not help Afghans.

India-Israel-US-UAE ‘West Asian Quad’ crucial to address complex global threats, says UAE envoy

UAE’s Ambassador to India Ahmed Albanna says new grouping that first met in Oct 2021 is ‘an offspring of Abraham Accord’, critical to combat threats to economic growth & stability.

You’re wrong to think Khalistani movement over for India. See Pakistan-backed groups in US

Pakistan's response to India and the US confronting China's rise has a new face — Khalistani groups.

US can’t tackle Russia inside Ukraine? It’s sending troops to East Europe, repeating history

Repositioning military personnel during military crises is common. Biden is assuring allies that the US supports them.

After 3 days of gains, Gold holds steady amidst US employment drop, geopolitical tensions

Due to spread of omicron, US business payrolls fell the most last month, since early days of pandemic. Meanwhile, US govt has given a stronger military message of support for Ukraine.

On Camera

Sheikh Hasina battling ‘India Out’ campaign with Indian saree. But has she made it worse?

Hasina is unabashedly India’s best friend in the neighbourhood. But Delhi is hard put to match China’s deep pockets and big investments in Dhaka.

Congress attacks chief economic advisor over statement on unemployment, asks BJP govt to ‘vacate seat’

While releasing 'India Employment Report 2024', V Anantha Nageswaran said govt can't solve 'all social, economic challenges'. Congress leader Kharge says CEA protecting 'dear leader'.

Amid plans to lift AFSPA, Army starts joint training with Jammu & Kashmir Police

In an interview with Gulistan News this week, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the government would leave law and order to J&K Police and slowly withdraw troops.

For BJP, Kejriwal is an idea whose time has come to be destroyed

The ‘idea’ Kejriwal's politics grew around was a no-holds-barred fight against corruption. That is the reason Modi govt has now tarred him and his entire party with the same paint.