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Great Nicobar Project to Boost India’s Strategic, Economic Presence

The Centre has outlined the Great Nicobar Project as a major initiative to transform the island into a strategic maritime and economic hub in the Indo-Pacific region. According to official details, the project leverages Great Nicobar’s proximity to key international shipping routes to reduce India’s dependence on foreign transshipment ports while strengthening national security and Read More…

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Imran Khan Seeks Release on Humanitarian Grounds, Cites Solitary Confinement

Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan on Thursday approached the Islamabad High Court seeking release on humanitarian grounds, citing prolonged solitary confinement and health concerns, including an eye infection. The plea was submitted through his counsel Salman Safdar during the hearing of appeals filed by Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, challenging their conviction in Read More…

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Musk Raises Alarm Over AI Risks During OpenAI Trial

Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has voiced serious concerns about the future of artificial intelligence while appearing in court as part of his legal dispute with OpenAI. During the proceedings, Musk warned that unchecked advancements in AI could pose a major threat to humanity, even suggesting the possibility of catastrophic outcomes if proper safeguards are not Read More…

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Imran Khan Undergoes Eye Treatment, Shifted Back to Prison

Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan was taken to a local hospital on Tuesday for treatment of an eye condition and later shifted back to prison. Imran Khan, 74, is undergoing treatment for right central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO), a condition affecting the blood flow in the eye, diagnosed earlier this year. According to officials Read More…

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India Engaged with Nepal Over Reports of Customs Duty on Cross-Border Goods: MEA

India has said it is in touch with Nepal following reports that Kathmandu may enforce customs duties on goods carried by travellers from India. Responding to queries during a weekly briefing, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi is closely engaged with the Nepali side on the issue. He noted that reports Read More…

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India, Egypt Hold 11th Joint Defence Committee Meeting in Cairo

India and Egypt held the 11th Joint Defence Committee (JDC) meeting in Cairo from April 20 to 22, 2026, focusing on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.The Indian delegation was led by Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary (International Cooperation), along with senior officials from the Ministry of Defence and the armed forces. The Egyptian side was represented by Read More…

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Students Invited to Celebrate World Earth Day 2026 at National Science Centre

New Delhi: The National Science Centre will host a series of events on April 22 to mark World Earth Day 2026, bringing together students and science enthusiasts under the global theme “Our Power, Our Planet.” The celebration will begin at 10:00 AM with a popular science lecture titled “Exploring Antarctica: A Journey to the White Read More…

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India, South Korea Aim to Deepen Ties; Trade Target Set at $50 Billion by 2030

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India and South Korea are set to elevate their partnership to a “futuristic” level, as he welcomed South Korean President Lee Jae-myung on his first visit to India in eight years. During a joint press statement, Modi highlighted that bilateral trade between the two countries has Read More…

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Indian Ships Cross Strait of Hormuz Amid Ongoing Tensions

New Delhi: Amid continuing tensions in the region, Indian vessels have begun crossing the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports, a day after Iranian forces allegedly opened fire near ships anchored off the Oman coast. Sources said an Indian-flagged vessel became the tenth ship to successfully pass through the strategic waterway. However, two Indian tankers Read More…