What S-400 air defence system deal with Russia means to India?

Context: The Russian government has confirmed that President Vladimir Putin will oversee the signing of the S-400 air defence system deal with India after his arrival Thursday. The over $5-billion deal, whose…

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India and Tajikistan announce nine agreements

India and Tajikistan announced nine agreements. These are: An agreement on cooperation in the field of disaster management An agreement between the Indian Council of Agricultural Research and the Tajik…

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Chinese intrusions declined by 10% this year, says official

Context: There has been a 10% decline in the number of Chinese transgressions this year. Highlights The presence of Chinese troops along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) has also…

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Bangladesh to provide India access to key ports

Context: Bangladesh Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister has approved the draft agreement allowing India to use its Chittagong and Mongla ports to transport cargo to and from its northeastern states. The…

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Saudi Arabia to join CPEC as third strategic partner

Context: Pakistan has invited Saudi Arabia to join the $50 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as the third strategic partner. Formal request in this regard was made after Pakistan Prime…

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