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Recent intelligence and diplomatic assessments have highlighted a growing strategic concern for India as Turkey has reportedly joined Pakistan in funding and supporting the construction of mosques and madrasas along the India-Nepal border. This development, experts say, could significantly impact India’s border security, communal harmony, and regional influence. Background: Turkey-Pakistan Nexus In South Asia Turkey…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held significant bilateral engagements on the sidelines of his multilateral commitments, reflecting India’s strategic focus on Southeast Asia and Latin America. His discussions with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim revolved around reviewing the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to address trade imbalances and enhance mutually beneficial economic ties. Additionally, Modi met…

India’s real estate sector is witnessing a significant shift as Tier-II cities outperform traditional metro markets in property appreciation and return on investment (RoI). This trend, driven by improved infrastructure, industrial expansion, and rising white-collar migration, is reshaping the investment landscape for developers, homebuyers, and investors alike. Key Findings Recent market studies by leading real…

Chennai is witnessing relentless rise in temperatures and extreme heat stress driven by rapid urbanisation, rampant real estate expansion, and unplanned infrastructure growth. Experts warn that unless green spaces and wetlands are urgently protected and restored, the city could face a severe climate crisis in the coming decade. What Is Happening? According to recent observations…

In a revelation that has sent shockwaves across political and security circles, an RTI (Right to Information) document has revealed that Jyoti Malhotra, recently arrested on charges of espionage, had previously visited Kerala on an official government invitation. The document, accessed by journalists on Monday, raises troubling questions about security clearances and the screening process…

A recent remark by Kerala’s Minister for Health and Family Welfare Veena George on preferring private hospital treatment has triggered a major political and public debate, placing the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government under intense scrutiny over the state of its public healthcare system. What Did The Minister Say? During an informal media interaction at…

Doctors in Kerala staged a strong protest on Monday against a directive issued ahead of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar’s scheduled visit to a medical college hospital, which allegedly asked them to taste the food prepared for the dignitary to ensure safety. The controversial order, seen as demeaning and insulting by the medical fraternity, has sparked…

India has placed a final trade offer worth $150–200 billion on the table to conclude a broad trade agreement with the United States, reports indicate. However, the talks remain tense as India has refused to yield ground on agricultural concessions, a key demand from the Trump administration. With negotiations reaching a decisive phase, global trade…

India is bracing for another Bharat Bandh on Tuesday, 9 July 2025, as over 25 crore (250 million) workers and employees across sectors are expected to participate in the nationwide strike. The bandh, called by a joint platform of central trade unions and supported by several farmer organisations, aims to press for multiple long-standing demands…

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday launched a fresh attack on the Narendra Modi-led central government, accusing it of protecting the interests of a select group of billionaire corporates while ignoring systemic manipulation and losses faced by small traders in India’s burgeoning Futures & Options (F&O) market. Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters…