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Rajnath Singh, Dutch FM David van Weel Hold Defence Talks in New Delhi, Sign Letter of Intent

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel in New Delhi, where both sides discussed deepening India–Netherlands defence cooperation — including co-development and co-production of equipment, enhanced military-to-military ties, and defence industrial linkages. A Letter of Intent on defence cooperation was exchanged to explore joint technology and strategic collaboration   Read…

India-Oman joint statement outlines roadmap for deeper cooperation across trade, energy, maritime security, and people-to-people ties

India and Oman have taken a significant step together by signing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, alongside a Joint Vision Document dedicated to Maritime Cooperation. This alliance is designed to elevate trade and investment flows, while also fortifying their strategic connections. Important dialogues addressed themes of energy, defense, and cultural exchanges, illustrating the depth of…

Plea on enhancing quality of packaged drinking water: Luxury litigation, says SC

The Supreme Court on Thursday declined to entertain a PIL seeking enforcement of global standards for packaged drinking water, terming it as a fit case of ‘luxury litigation’ in a country where a large populace lacks access to basic drinking water. “Where is the drinking water in this country, madam? People do not have drinking…

Violence erupts in Bangladesh after wounded youth leader dies

Violence broke out in Bangladesh’s capital early Friday after a youth leader of the country’s 2024 pro-democracy uprising who was injured in an assassination attempt died in a hospital in Singapore. Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Dhaka after the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, 32, was announced, to demand that his killers…

EU agrees 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine, but without Russian assets

EU leaders struck a deal Friday to provide Ukraine a 90-billion-euro loan to plug its looming budget shortfalls — but failed to agree on using frozen Russian assets to come up with the funds. The agreement — which came after more than a day of talks at a summit in Brussels — offers Kyiv a…

ICGS Sarthak Makes Strategic Port Call at Chabahar to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation

Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarthak arrived at Chabahar Port, Iran (16–19 Dec 2025) on its overseas deployment — marking the first ICG visit to Chabahar. The port call enhances India’s maritime engagement with regional partners, featuring joint maritime safety, search-and-rescue, law-enforcement and pollution-response drills under the SAGAR & MAHASAGAR vision.   Read More…

Seagull with Chinese GPS Device Found Near INS Kadamba, Authorities Probe Research Link

A migratory seagull carrying a Chinese GPS tracker was discovered near Karwar’s INS Kadamba naval base, sparking scrutiny. Linked to the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the device appears part of a bird migration study. Officials stress no signs of espionage yet, but technical evaluation continues given the base’s strategic importance.   Read More…

Opinion: Blurred Lines—Fake News, Disinformation and Public Perception

An opinion piece in Telangana Today explores how misinformation, disinformation, and deepfakes—from 19th-century “moon men” hoaxes to today’s AI-driven fabrications—erode public trust, critical thinking, and democratic values. Authors Ramakrushna Baral, Dr. Fazlunnisa H, and Dr. Kabita Baral warn that blurred lines between fact and fiction pose growing risks to society and governance.   Read More…

Parliament Clears Key Bills on Nuclear Energy, Insurance, and Obsolete Laws in Winter Session

During the Winter Session on December 17, 2025, the Lok Sabha passed the SHANTI Bill, opening civil nuclear energy to private participation and targeting 100 GW atomic power by 2047. Rajya Sabha cleared the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill, raising FDI in insurance to 100%, and repealed 71 outdated laws.   Read More…

China’s steel output to slump to 7-year low as iron ore imports hit record

China’s steel production in November was the weakest month in nearly two years and will ensure that the world’s biggest producer of the metal will post its lowest annual output since 2018. However, imports of steel’s key raw material iron ore are likely to rise to a record high in 2025, eclipsing the previous all-time…