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Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district. The gunfight occurred during an anti-Naxalite operation in a forest area bordering Dantewada and Bijapur districts. The bodies of the Naxalites, along with firearms and explosives, were recovered, and the operation is ongoing. Full Article

In a recent statement, Lloyd cautioned that Russia and Pakistan may attempt to interfere in Canada's upcoming general election. She highlighted Russia's use of dissemination networks on social media and news platforms to spread Kremlin propaganda and warned that Pakistan could engage in foreign interference activities to advance its strategic objectives. Tensions between India and Canada have escalated following former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's accusation of India's involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a claim strongly refuted by India. Full Article

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia is building a "privileged strategic partnership" with India, emphasizing the expansion of ties with China, India, Iran, North Korea, and CIS countries. Lavrov highlighted the unprecedented level of mutual trust with China, while noting significant progress in friendly relations with Iran and North Korea. Moscow is prioritizing the strengthening of cooperation with allies and partners within CIS, the Commonwealth, Collective Security Treaty Organization, and Eurasian Economic Union. Full Article

In a recent podcast, Marcellus Investment Managers' Saurabh Mukherjea highlighted that millions of middle-class Indians are drowning in debt, with soaring personal loans and credit card debt. Data from the RBI's Financial Stability Review reveals that 45% of borrowers are subprime, with 48% of their debt used for consumption. Mukherjea estimates that 5-10% of middle-class Indians are in a debt trap, urging those struggling to seek financial counseling to prevent the issue from worsening. Full Article

Top Trump administration officials mistakenly disclosed war plans in a messaging group that included a journalist prior to the U.S. attack on Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, as reported by The Atlantic. The White House confirmed the incident, where national security adviser Mike Waltz directed his deputy to coordinate U.S. action against the Houthis in a chat group named "Houthi PC small group." Democratic lawmakers criticized the breach as a national security threat and called for a congressional investigation into the matter. Full Article

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasized the importance of adaptability, transformation, and seizing emerging opportunities for survival in the contemporary battlespace, while addressing future strategic leaders at the College of Defence Management. He underscored the need for visionary leadership, resilience, and a whole-of-nation approach to effectively navigate the complex security landscape characterized by rapid global power shifts, non-traditional threats, and technological advancements. Gen Chauhan also discussed the role of the Indian armed forces in shaping the national security strategy and highlighted the Department of Military Affairs' efforts towards fostering jointness, integration, and synergy within the armed forces, especially...

Bangladesh Army chief General Waqar-Uz-Zaman has warned of potential terrorist attacks in the country within the next month, urging increased vigilance. He highlighted rising extremism concerns in Bangladesh during a meeting with US senators and emphasized the need to address visible crimes decisively. Additionally, a consignment of 11,500 tonnes of parboiled rice from India has arrived at Chattogram port as part of a larger contract for 450,000 tonnes to be imported in phases. Full Article

The Bihar Board 12th Result 2025 is scheduled to be released on March 25, with the result data and BSEB inter toppers' names being announced through a press conference. The exams were conducted from February 1 to 15, 2025, with around 13 lakh students appearing. Students can check their BSEB Inter Result 2025 on www.interresult2025.com and interbiharboard.com by entering their roll number and roll code. The total pass percentage will also be revealed, with last year's pass percentage being 87.21%. Full Article

Ashutosh Sharma's explosive batting performance of 66 runs off 31 balls led Delhi Capitals to a thrilling one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Vipraj Nigam also impressed with 39 runs off 15 balls on his IPL debut. Lucknow set a target of 210 runs, with Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran shining with aggressive innings. Despite a strong start, Delhi bowlers, led by Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav, limited Lucknow to 209/8. Full Article

The India-France naval exercise 'Varuna', held from March 19-22, aimed at enhancing jointmanship and upholding a rules-based maritime order, successfully achieving these goals according to Indian Navy officials. The drills provided valuable operational experience and reinforced the commitment to address contemporary maritime security challenges, strengthening the collective capacity of both navies. The 23rd edition featured complex manoeuvres across sub-surface, surface, and air domains, showcasing a high degree of operational coordination and partnership between India and France. Full Article