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India has urged the Netherlands to refrain from supplying arms to Pakistan due to concerns over the latter's support for cross-border terrorism. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the destabilizing impact of equipping Pakistan with military technologies during a meeting with Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans. Singh highlighted India's long-standing struggle against terrorism sponsored by Pakistan, especially in Jammu and Kashmir, to underscore the importance of preventing arms sales to the neighboring country. Full Article

Overnight clashes in Nagpur's Mahal area resulted in cars being set on fire, injuries, and stone-throwing due to the controversy surrounding the tomb of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. A descendant of Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj demanded the removal of Aurangzeb's tomb, sparking protests and violence by groups like VHP and Bajrang Dal in Nagpur. Despite the tensions, Aurangzeb's tomb remains a protected site, with security heightened in the area to prevent further unrest. Full Article

Taiwan's defense ministry announced plans to enhance military cooperation with the United States, including intelligence sharing and joint tabletop exercises, amidst escalating military threats from China. The 2025 Quadrennial Defence Review highlighted Taiwan's intention to deepen military exchanges with the U.S. through strategic dialogues, drills observation, and intelligence collaboration. Emphasizing the strategic partnership with the U.S., Taiwan aims to advance strategic cooperation across various levels and fields to strengthen their defense capabilities. Full Article

In a recent sighting at the Mumbai Airport, Sanjay Dutt was captured looking stylish and aging gracefully. Meanwhile, Trump defends his use of alien enemies in a controversial statement. Additionally, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shubman Gill, and other celebrities make headlines with their stunning appearances and notable actions. Full Article

The European Union warned that Russia and China were utilizing significant digital tools to interfere in Western democracies, with their messaging on the Ukraine conflict aligning more closely. Foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas emphasized the threat of foreign information manipulation and interference, pointing to over 80 countries and 200 organizations targeted by disinformation attacks. The EU's latest report highlighted Russia's focus on Ukraine, along with other events like the Olympics in Paris and elections in...

A significant number of Chinese military ships, planes, and drones entered Taiwan's airspace and waters, prompting a response from the self-governing island's Defence Ministry. The drills were attributed to recent US and Taiwan actions, with China aiming to test Taiwanese defences and morale. Despite no reported confrontations, Taiwan deployed its own assets in monitoring the situation, as tensions remain high due to Beijing's claim of sovereignty over Taiwan. Full Article