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Israeli strikes killed over a dozen people in Gaza, including 17 in Khan Younis, as Israel escalated its offensive against Hamas with more ground troops. The attacks come after a series of airstrikes that have claimed at least 100 lives, as Israel aims to pressure Hamas to release hostages and establish a new security corridor in the region. Israel has ordered evacuations in northern Gaza and initiated ground operations to seize territory and expand its...

Thousands of people in Kolkata protested against the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025 after Friday prayers, waving flags and holding posters rejecting the bill. Muslim organisations strongly opposed the bill, leading to protests in Dharmatala and Park Circus areas. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee vowed to protect Muslim land rights and criticized the BJP, stating the bill would be repealed if a non-BJP government is elected. Full Article

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the army successfully conducted four flight-tests of the army version of medium-range surface-to-air missile (MRSAM) from an island off the coast of Odisha. The tests were carried out against high-speed aerial targets, resulting in direct hits and validating the operational capability of the weapon system. The trials were monitored by senior officials from DRDO and the Indian Army, with flight data captured by range instruments for validation....

When a retired IAS officer facilitated a ₹14 crore farmland deal, only ₹3.5 crore was transferred through official channels, with the remaining ₹10.5 crore exchanged in cash over hours in a bank, showcasing the prevalence of black money in Indian real estate transactions. A Reddit post detailing this experience went viral, with users sharing similar stories of cash-based land deals where only a fraction of the amount was accounted for, highlighting the systemic loopholes enabling...

European NATO allies and Canada are open to increasing defense spending but are hesitant about meeting US demands for larger military budgets, especially given President Trump's warming relationship with Russian leader Putin. Despite increased defense spending by US allies after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, nearly a third still fall short of NATO's 2% GDP target. Trump's call for a 5% spending commitment is seen as unrealistic, with Canada's Foreign Minister emphasizing the need for consensus...

During the BIMSTEC 2025 Summit in Bangkok, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy through bilateral meetings with Muhammad Yunus of Bangladesh and Min Aung Hlaing of Myanmar. Modi discussed peace, stability, and democracy with Yunus, emphasizing the need to prevent illegal border crossings and ensure the safety of minorities. India aims to maintain a positive and constructive relationship with Bangladesh, focusing on border security and minority protection, as reiterated during the meeting...