Russian jets over Estonia ignored signals from Nato pilots, officials say

Russian MiG-31 fighters violated Estonian airspace, prompting NATO’s response, while Moscow denied the incursion amid escalating tensions and scrutiny of its military activities in the region. Continue reading Russian jets over Estonia ignored signals from Nato pilots, officials say

When SL, India And Pakistan Teamed Up Against The Rest

Hard to believe with all the heat and dust thrown up by the ongoing Asia Cup cricket championship in Dubai, but it was less than three years after Independence and Partition, in August 1947, that India and Pakistan fielded a joint cricket team in Colombo, Sri Lanka (then Ceylon), in March 1950. Continue reading When SL, India And Pakistan Teamed Up Against The Rest

UN chief warns 1.5° Celsius warming goal at risk of ‘collapsing’

UN Secretary-Friday that efforts to cap climate warming at 1. 5 Celsius above pre-industrial level are failing, as the UN prepared to host a climate week event alongside its annual diplomatic gathering. Guterres said he was concerned that Nationally Determined Contributions, or national climate action plans, may not ultimately support the goal of limiting global warming to 1. 5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Continue reading UN chief warns 1.5° Celsius warming goal at risk of ‘collapsing’

India Vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025: Indian Players Led By Suryakumar Yadav Shake Hands, Hug Oman Squad After Escaping Huge Upset

In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship and mutual respect, Indian players led by captain Suryakumar Yadav walked over to shake hands and hug the Oman squad following their narrow 21-run victory in a tense group-stage clash at the Asia Cup 2025. The match, which nearly saw a historic upset, ended with India just managing to defend their total of 188 as Oman finished at 167/4 in their 20 overs. Continue reading India Vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025: Indian Players Led By Suryakumar Yadav Shake Hands, Hug Oman Squad After Escaping Huge Upset

US Foreign Policy: From Democracy To Coercion – Lessons For India’s Strategic Autonomy

For much of the post-war era, the United States has cloaked its foreign policy in the rhetoric of liberty, democracy, and human rights. Yet, the historical record points to something more of less flattering: a practice of regime change, pursued whenever a government’s orientation diverged from Washington’s strategic or economic preferences. Continue reading US Foreign Policy: From Democracy To Coercion – Lessons For India’s Strategic Autonomy

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan ink defence agreement: MEA to `study impact` of deal

The agreement was signed during a state visit by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday to Riyadh following an invitation from Saudi Prime Minister and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Continue reading Saudi Arabia, Pakistan ink defence agreement: MEA to `study impact` of deal

Modi speaks to Nepal’s interim PM, reaffirms support

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to his Nepali counterpart, Sushila Karki, expressing condolences over the recent violence in Nepal. Continue reading Modi speaks to Nepal’s interim PM, reaffirms support

‘More visible and credible,’ NATO debuts eastern sentry after Russian drone incursions

In response to the Russian incursion, NATO launched Operation Eastern Sentry, a framework that allows commanders to move fighters, sensors, and ground-based air defenses. Continue reading ‘More visible and credible,’ NATO debuts eastern sentry after Russian drone incursions