Foreign Relations
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As Modi visits Germany, Ukraine crisis will set tone for discussions
The Olaf Scholz-led government has said it does not want to ‘preach or teach India’ about Ukraine and may focus on energy needs and geopolitical considerations.
Catharina Haensel
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US rules out involving India and Japan in its new security alliance
The US, the UK and Australia had last week announced that they had struck a security partnership – dubbed Aukus – focused on the Indo-Pacific region.
Scroll Staff
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Modi discusses Indo-Pacific cooperation with French president amid global row on submarine deal
India’s foreign secretary said that the US-UK-Australia partnership will not have an impact on the Quad grouping.
Scroll Staff
Trending
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Spain denies permission to Israel-bound ship carrying explosives from India to dock at its port
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Why there should be no place for a ‘Brahmin conference’ at Indian universities
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Maharashtra ruling alliance accused of insulting state by placing Shivaji-style headgear on PM Modi
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Will Indian schools ever be ready to give students sex education?
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Constitution, cows, rations: Why Dalits in UP want to vote out the BJP
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The Castro era has officially ended. What’s next for Cuba and the United States?
Just as Fidel Castro’s 2016 death did not transform US-Cuba ties, his brother Raul’s exit from politics is unlikely to do so.
Joseph J Gonzalez, The Conversation
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Russia and China are sending a message to Biden: Do not tell us what to do
The global balance of power is shifting, and for many nations, the smart money might be on Russia and China now.
Tony Kevin, The Conversation
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India calls for inclusion of Chabahar Port in international north-south transport route
The INSTC is a key trade corridor project, in which India is partnering with 12 countries to set up an economic route, Jaishankar said.
Scroll Staff
Video
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Watch: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walks the Cannes red carpet with an injured arm
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Watch: Meet Figaro, the curious cat who loves to ‘help’ her human making pottery
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Watch: Messi, the dog from ‘Anatomy of a Fall’, walks the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival
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Video: Being Muslim in today’s India
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Watch: Massive rainstorm hits Mumbai, strong winds knock down trees, damage cars
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India denies being dropped from Chabahar project, says no response from Iran since December
The MEA said the Indian Railways Construction Limited had completed its site inspection and review for the project.
Scroll Staff
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Iran removes India from Chabahar rail project collaboration citing delays, draws Congress criticism
The development came as China finalised a massive 25-year strategic partnership deal worth $400 billion with Iran.
Scroll Staff
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US and Pakistan are ‘bedfellows’, says former Afghan President Hamid Karzai: The Hindu
During a visit to India over the weekend, Karzai said India should rethink its support to the US’ new South Asia policy.
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The Reel
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‘It Ends With Us’ trailer: Blake Lively stars in drama about an abusive relationship
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‘Thalaimai Seyalagam’ review: Overcooked and unsavoury
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‘Kartam Bhugtam’ review: Lots of sowing but little reaping
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‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’ review: More of the same, only in animation
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‘IF’ review: Film about ‘imaginary friends’ is low on imagination
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Why India must move fast on the Chabahar Port project in Iran
The project will open up a route to Afghanistan and Central Asia while helping India side-step Pakistan.
Sanjay Kapoor
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India begins Malabar naval exercise with US and Japan close to South China Sea
The drill gains significance now, given the ongoing maritime territorial dispute and China staking claim in the region.
Scroll Staff
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How real estate has become a 'soft' power tool in the world of international politics
Russia in particular appears to have learned the political value of property.
Mirjam Büdenbender and Oleg Golubchikov, The Conversation
The Field
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IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians end forgetful season in last place after loss to Lucknow Super Giants
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Football: Sunil Chhetri retires – ‘Always wanted to bring value and not be carried by the team’
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Boxing: India to contest for women’s 57kg quota at 2nd Olympic Qualifiers after Parveen’s suspension
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Badminton, Thailand Open Super 500: Satwik-Chirag, Ashwini-Tanisha enter semi-finals; Meiraba exits
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Shooting, Olympic Trials: Anjum Moudgil, Sift Samra, Aishwary Tomar, Swapnil Kusale book Paris berth