Salim Dola, a close associate of terrorist Dawood Ibrahim and a key figure in his drug empire, has been deported to India following his arrest in Istanbul.He was flown to Delhi Technical Airport after an operation coordinated between Indian intelligence and international agencies. Dola is currently under interrogation by intelligence officials and will subsequently be handed over to Mumbai Police
China’s Amphibious Fleet To Gain Russian Ka‑52M Gunships Amid Expanding Sino-Russo Defence Ties
China has reportedly acquired up to 48 Ka‑52M “Alligator” attack helicopters from Russia, with indications that these aircraft are intended for deployment aboard its new universal landing ships, according to a report here.While no official confirmation has been issued by Beijing or Moscow, leaked Russian defence export documents and earlier reports of Ka‑52K naval variants being ordered suggest a
India Charts DPI 2.0–3.0 Roadmap To Power $30 Trillion Economy By 2047
NITI Aayog has unveiled a comprehensive two-phased roadmap for India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), designed to propel the nation toward its ambitious target of becoming a USD 30 trillion economy by 2047.The report, titled DPI@2047: The Roadmap to Prosperity, was prepared by the NITI Frontier Tech Hub and sets out a vision that shifts the focus from basic digital identity and payments to
UAE Exits From OPEC; Signals Major Fracture In Global Oil Cartel Amid War Disruptions
The United Arab Emirates has announced its exit from OPEC and OPEC+, a decision that takes effect on 1 May 2026. This marks a significant blow to the cohesion of the oil cartel at a time of heightened disruption in global energy markets due to the ongoing war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.The UAE’s departure reduces the group’s collective control over global supply from roughly
UBS profits rocket 80% to $3 billion for first quarter beat, shares pop 5%
UBS reported its first quarter earnings on Wednesday, with net profits beating analyst estimates.
ideaForge And Japan’s DMP Join Forces To Develop Next-Generation AI-Powered Drones
Mumbai-based ideaForge has entered into a significant collaboration with Japan-based DMP through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to co-develop next-generation AI-powered drones.This partnership marks a strategic step forward for ideaForge, which has already established itself as a leading player in India’s unmanned aerial systems sector.By joining forces with DMP, the company aims to
Bangladesh Commences Fuel Loading At Rooppur Nuclear Plant, Targets Grid Connection By August
Bangladesh has officially commenced fuel loading operations at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant in Ishwardi Upazila, marking a critical milestone in the commissioning of the facility.The process is being carried out in phases under the guidelines of the International Atomic Energy Agency, with fuel loading beginning on Tuesday.It is anticipated that by August, at least 300 megawatts of electricity
Iranian Coast Guard Fires Warning Shots At Indian-Crewed Tanker Near Oman Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
Iranian forces fired warning shots at the Togo-flagged chemical tanker MT Chiron 7 near the outer port limits of Shinas, Oman, on 25 April.The vessel was carrying 17 Indian crew members and was sailing in company with other ships when it was intercepted.The Iranian Coast Guard approached and fired warning shots, but all crew members were confirmed safe. Indian authorities clarified that no
Iranian Coast Guard Fires Warning Shots At Indian-Crewed Tanker Near Oman Amid Rising Gulf Tensions
Iranian forces fired warning shots at the Togo-flagged chemical tanker MT Chiron 7 near the outer port limits of Shinas, Oman, on 25 April.The vessel was carrying 17 Indian crew members and was sailing in company with other ships when it was intercepted.The Iranian Coast Guard approached and fired warning shots, but all crew members were confirmed safe. Indian authorities clarified that no
EAM Jaishankar And UNGA President Baerbock Hold Talks In New Delhi On UN Reforms, AI, And Global Crises
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Annalena Baerbock, President of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, in New Delhi on Tuesday.Their discussions covered a wide spectrum of pressing global issues, including reforms within the United Nations, the advancement of Sustainable Development Goals, the implications of artificial intelligence, and the ongoing conflict in West