Experts at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 warned that global conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine are "bleeding together" with Indo-Pacific security. While the US maintains its ability to respond to Taiwan tensions despite Middle East involvement, speakers noted that expanding regional wars are
Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, stated the nation faced an "unprecedented" 1,000+ attacks from Iran within days. While exercising restraint and seeking diplomacy, he reaffirmed the UAE's readiness to defend its sovereignty, noting that Iran is becoming increasingly is
Bonnie Glick, Adjunct Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defence of Democracies, stated at the Raisina Dialogue that the US can manage the Iran conflict while maintaining its ability to respond to China regarding Taiwan. She described India as Washington's most important democratic ally, ba
Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director of ORF America, stated at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 that global conflicts necessitate "unexpected arrangements" and "carve outs" to balance geostrategic competition with economic stability. He noted that even during crises, the US remains conscious of gl
Amodei stated that his concerns remain on domestic surveillance and fully autonomous weapons', but claimed to have had productive conversations with the Department of War recently.
Israel decided in November to eliminate Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with the plan later accelerated amid unrest in Iran, Defence Minister Israel Katz said. The killing occurred during the launch of Operations Roaring Lion and Epic Fury, followed by continued Israeli airstrikes tar
Mauritius Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful warned that the Middle East crisis has become a regional conflict impacting food and energy security. Speaking to ANI, he lauded India's maritime leadership in the Indian Ocean and reaffirmed Mauritius' legal sovereignty over the Chagos Islands
According to sources, the party believes that the atmosphere of violence during elections in West Bengal has often discouraged voters from coming out to vote. In view of this, the BJP is emphasising the need for strong security arrangements to ensure that voters can exercise their democra
Noem, who was appointed by Trump at the beginning of his administration, had faced growing scrutiny over her conduct in office, including reports about an alleged romantic relationship with her chief adviser, the handling of departmental funds, and controversies surrounding a DHS advertis
In the joint statement released during the state visit of Finnish President Alexander Stubb to India, the Finnish President reaffirmed Helsinki's backing for India's permanent membership in a reformed United Nations Security Council, emphasising the need for comprehensive reforms to make the
Nepal's general elections saw a preliminary voter turnout of around 60%, mostly from the Gen Z demographic, contributing to the "unprecedented" energy at the polls. The Election Commission attributed the successful conduct to improved voter education, cooperation from political parties, a
Rajnath Singh emphasised that through hard work, skill, and commitment, GRSE has achieved what many once considered impossible. He urged the personnel to continue working with the same spirit and play their part in transforming India into a maritime power & a developed nation in the t