Israel says calling up two reserve brigades for north

In the aftermath of two encounters in Chhattisgarh resulting in the deaths of 30 Maoists, police have identified 19 of the slain Maoists, including 15 women, with a total reward of ₹1.03 crore. In Bijapur, 14 of the 26 cadres killed were women, with efforts ongoing to establish the identities of others. Notable figures among the deceased include PLGA commander Lokesh and West Bastar Divisional Committee members Sitto and Jithru. Full Article

North Korea test-fired a new weapons system to enhance combat readiness while Russia's security chief, Sergei Shoigu, held talks with leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang. The two countries have strengthened ties since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with accusations of North Korea supporting Moscow. Shoigu conveyed greetings from Russian President Putin to Kim during their meeting, continuing a series of high-level exchanges between the two nations. Full Article

Bank unions decided to defer their two-day nationwide strike scheduled for March 24 and 25 after receiving positive assurances from the Finance Ministry and IBA on demands including a five-day work week and adequate recruitment. The strike call was made by UFBU, representing over eight lakh employees in various banks, and the decision was taken before the Chief Labour Commissioner during a conciliation meeting. The demands also included withdrawal of recent directives threatening job security,...

Boeing has secured the contract to design and build the U.S. Air Force's sixth-generation fighter jet as part of the NGAD program, a significant win that positions the company for a crucial role in U.S. air superiority. The decision, announced ahead of President Trump's White House briefing, marks a turning point for Boeing, while rival Lockheed Martin loses out in the competition, reshaping the landscape of U.S. military aviation. Full Article

Senior Advocate Harish Salve criticized the Collegium system's handling of the alleged cash recovery from Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Varma, calling for a halt to his transfer to Allahabad High Court pending further investigation. The situation, involving conflicting reports of cash recovery, highlights the need for a more robust system of judicial accountability in India, with Mr. Salve suggesting an independent inquiry to address the issue and ensure credibility. Additionally, he emphasized the necessity...

For nearly 80 years, the United States has been the key player in global nuclear restraint, dissuading nations from pursuing nuclear weapons by offering security. However, this longstanding restraint is now weakening, as countries like South Korea, Japan, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and even Europe are considering developing nuclear capabilities due to doubts about U.S. protection and reliability. The potential collapse of this carefully constructed nuclear order poses a significant threat to global security and stability....