US nuclear expansion unlikely to deter China: Study

blocked The Tawaghat-Lipulekh highway in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand was blocked by a landslide, leaving numerous vehicles stranded. No casualties were reported, and efforts to clear the debris are ongoing. In response to attacks by man-eating tigers and leopards, 13 schools in the Rikhnikhal block have been closed for three days, ensuring the safety of students. An investigation into external funding of madrasas in the state is also underway, with special committees established in all districts to...

A US warship mistakenly shot down a US Navy aircraft over the Red Sea, with both pilots surviving, showcasing the growing threats in the region. Houthi rebels have attacked nearly 100 ships, claiming to target vessels associated with Israel, the US, or the UK to pressure an end to Israel's Gaza actions. The incident underscores the escalating dangers and tensions in the area, posing risks to both military and civilian vessels. Full Article

A rebel army in Myanmar, the Arakan Army, announced the capture of a major military headquarters in the country's west, the second regional command to fall to the junta's armed resistance movement. The Arakan Army, part of the Three Brotherhood Alliance, launched an offensive in October 2023, achieving significant victories along Myanmar's border with China. This marks another setback for the military government, which seized power in early 2021, triggering nationwide protests and armed rebellion...

Ten months after India announced plans to fence the 1,643-km-long border with Myanmar to control the influx of drugs and weapons, the government is facing opposition from local communities with ethnic ties across the border. The struggle between security imperatives and ethnic bonds highlights the conflict between national priorities and age-old relationships. This delicate situation underscores the complexity of balancing security measures with preserving cultural and historical connections. Full Article

Banke Bihari temple in Vrindavan urges visitors to dress 'respectfully' by avoiding indecent clothes like mini skirts, torn jeans, and night suits to preserve the temple's cultural dignity. The temple has put up banners displaying prohibited attires and requested cooperation from devotees to maintain decorum. Other temples like Thakur Shri Radha Damodar and Pagal Baba have also issued similar appeals against inappropriate clothing. Full Article

U.S. President Joe Biden approved $571.3 million in defense support for Taiwan, with the State Department also authorizing the potential sale of $265 million worth of military equipment to the island. Despite no formal diplomatic ties, the U.S. is obligated by law to assist Taiwan in defending itself against Chinese claims of sovereignty, leading to increased tensions with Beijing over Taiwan's rejection of China's sovereignty claims. China has escalated military pressure on Taiwan through frequent...