Nuclear Weapons
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India focused on long-range weapons capable of reaching targets across China, says think tank
Beijing could potentially have at least as many ICBMs as either the US or Russia by 2030, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute said.
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India’s BrahMos missile misfire into Pakistan not of specific concern, says nuclear watchdog chief
In an interview to The Indian Express, the head of International Atomic Energy Agency said that it had not sought any information in the matter from New Delhi.
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Ukraine conflict has revived Cold War fears of nuclear weapons. Here’s why Putin won’t use them
So far, arms control has played its intended role of keeping a lid on a conflict that otherwise could become a world war.
Miles A Pomper, The Conversation
Trending
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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India committed to goal of nuclear weapons-free world, foreign secretary tells UNSC meet
Harsh Vardhan Shringla said India could not join the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty as it did not address a number of ‘core concerns’ that were raised.
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Realignments in US-Russia nuclear agreements refocus attention on India’s nuclear doctrine
The logic of pre-emptive self defence is based on a flawed understanding of India’s strategic imperatives.
Prashant Khurana
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A mysterious nuclear explosion in Russia has left Europe and United States vexed
Speculating has been rife since radiation levels spiked off the Russian city Severodvinsk: was the explosion caused by a nuclear-powered missile?
Claire Corkhill, The Conversation
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Imran Khan questions ‘safety of India’s nuclear arsenal under Modi government’
The prime minister of Pakistan said the RSS-BJP’s ‘doctrine of hate and genocide’ would continue to spread unless the international community intervened.
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India’s remark on nuclear policy is a ‘damning reminder of thirst for violence’, says Pakistan
Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi criticised Rajnath Singh’s suggestion that Delhi’s ‘no first use’ nuclear policy may change.
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On ‘no first use’ nuclear policy, Rajnath Singh says future will depend on circumstances
The defence minister was in Pokhran to pay tribute to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his first death anniversary.
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The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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China says it never recognised India and Pakistan as nuclear powers
Beijing reiterated its stand that signing the Non-Proliferation Treaty was essential to being admitted into the Nuclear Suppliers Group.
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Pakistan says ‘hostile posturing’ by India forced it to conduct nuclear tests in 1998
Monday marks the 20th anniversary of the first public testing of nuclear weapons by Pakistan.
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Donald Trump says Kim Jong-un can remain in power if he agrees to deal on nuclear programme
North Korea had said it might not attend the summit after a joint military exercise between the US and South Korea.
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The Field
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller