Trump’s ‘reverse Nixon’ moment: Can a US-Russia reset undermine China’s influence?

The Border Security Force (BSF) in Guwahati arrested 15 Bangladesh nationals in Tripura for illegally entering India, along with three Indian touts facilitating their entry without legal documents. The arrests were made in Kailashahar, Unakoti district, with the intruders hailing from various regions in Bangladesh. The BSF has intensified its efforts to combat narcotics smuggling, showcasing a strong commitment to border security. Full Article

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a tense Oval Office meeting, accusing him of being disrespectful and pushing for US security commitments amid the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump rebuked Zelenskyy for not being thankful and warned of risking World War III. Despite the contentious discussion, Trump acknowledged the bravery of Ukrainian soldiers and highlighted an economic agreement while pushing for peace and improved US-Russia relations. Full Article

On Friday evening, messaging app WhatsApp experienced a major outage, leaving thousands of users unable to send or receive messages. Down Detector reported over 14,000 complaints around 9:17 pm, with users worldwide affected by the disruption. While the cause remains unclear, the outage impacted personal and professional communication, with London, Manchester, and Glasgow among the most affected areas. Full Article

India and the European Union (EU) are working on a security and defence partnership to address common threats like cross-border terrorism and attacks on critical infrastructure, amidst China's military activities in the Indo-Pacific region. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans for a Security and Defence Partnership with India, emphasizing the importance of security in the strategic partnership. The partnership aims to enhance collaboration on countering terrorism, maritime security threats, cyber-attacks, and protecting...

The DRDO and Indian Navy successfully tested the NASM-SR missile, with a human operator adjusting its course mid-flight using a two-way data link for live seeker images. Designed to replace foreign-origin missiles, the NASM-SR features advanced technology like an Imaging Infra-Red Seeker and Inertial Navigation System. Developed collaboratively by DRDO labs and supported by Indian industry, the missile marks a significant step towards indigenous naval weaponry. Full Article

A 37-year-old man, Dattatray Ramdas Gade, was arrested in Shirur tehsil after allegedly raping a woman at Swargate bus station in Pune. Police used drones and sniffer dogs to locate Gade, who attempted suicide and is a history-sheeter with previous criminal offenses. The police commissioner assured a thorough investigation, fast-track court proceedings, and enhanced security measures at the bus depot. Full Article