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08 Aug

US Senate Backs Russia Sanctions Measure, 100% Tariff Threat Looms Over India, China

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIndia, Russia, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): A bipartisan group of US senators has backed legislation that could significantly raise the economic cost for countries continuing to buy Russian energy, with India and China potentially facing tariffs of up to 100 per cent on their exports to the American market. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 was approved by the Senate in an 86-11 vote, marking a major step forward for legislation designed to tighten pressure on Moscow and its key energy customers. The measure would give US President Donald Trump the authority to impose a 100 per cent…

07 Aug

Indian Government Holds Technical Discussions With Meta Over Deepfakes and Content Moderation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAshwini Vaishnaw, Deepfakes, India, Meta, Social Media

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian government shifted to technical discussions with social media giant Meta following two days of intensive questioning regarding platform compliance and content moderation. During the session, Meta representatives detailed specific technical solutions and proposed measures to address the Centre's growing concerns over deepfakes, child sexual abuse material, bot accounts, and unlabelled synthetically-generated content circulating across its platforms. Government officials instructed the company to implement specific operational safeguards and report back on measurable outcomes, with regular follow-ups scheduled to track progress. A central focus of the technical talks was the continued virality and reappearance of harmful…

06 Aug

India-Russia Partnership Gains Momentum as Both Nations Push Towards $100 Billion Trade Goal

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Russia

New Delhi/Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): India and Russia are accelerating efforts to deepen their long-standing strategic partnership, with both countries committed to raising bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, India's Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, has said. The envoy noted that alongside expanding trade in traditional sectors, both governments are identifying fresh avenues for economic collaboration. Highlighting the importance of energy cooperation, Kumar said the partnership in the nuclear sector remains on track. He stated that Rosatom continues work on the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, where construction of Units 3 and 4 has made substantial progress, reinforcing the two countries'…

30 Jul

India Condemns Attacks on Black Sea Shipping Following High-Level Talks with Ukraine

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBlack Sea, Global South, India, Maritime security, S Jaishankar, Ukraine

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart, Andrii Sybiha, on Thursday to address the intensifying security crisis in the Black Sea. The discussion focused on the safety of international commercial shipping and the welfare of Indian seafarers, who have increasingly been caught in the crossfire of the ongoing conflict. Minister Jaishankar issued a firm condemnation during the exchange, declaring that attacks on commercial vessels by any party are absolutely unacceptable and reiterating New Delhi's stance advocating for dialogue and diplomacy as the only viable path forward. The diplomatic outreach follows…

17 Jul

India Tightens Maritime Safety Measures as Gulf Crisis Deepens; Shipping Firms Told to Suspend Crew Deployment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India has stepped up efforts to protect its merchant navy personnel amid the deteriorating security situation in the Gulf, issuing fresh operational guidelines for ships navigating one of the world's most sensitive maritime corridors. The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) has directed vessels operating in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters to adopt enhanced security protocols as regional tensions continue to rise. Under the latest advisory, ship masters have been instructed to maintain constant surveillance, monitor all official navigational and security advisories, and ensure that every safety measure prescribed under the…

13 Jul

Yamuna Tragedy: Multi-Agency Search Continues After Four Schoolboys Swept Away in Delhi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi, India

Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Rescue teams continued their search for four minor boys who went missing after being swept away by the Yamuna River’s strong current near Hiranki village in Delhi’s Alipur area. The incident occurred when the children entered the river for a bath and were caught in the fast-flowing water. According to officials, the boys were part of a group of five friends visiting the river. One child managed to remain safe and immediately alerted nearby people after seeing his friends being carried away by the current. Emergency services were informed soon after, leading to a large-scale rescue operation.…

05 Jul

MeitY Seeks Answers from Meta, Orders Removal of Child Sexual Abuse Content Linked to Instagram Ads

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Meta

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has reportedly taken stringent action against Meta over the alleged circulation of Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) through paid advertisements on Instagram. According to sources, the ministry has directed the company to immediately block all advertisements and content found to be promoting or enabling access to such illegal material. Sources familiar with the development said the Centre has expressed serious concern over the issue and has asked Meta to ensure that all such content is taken down without delay. The government has also sought a detailed…

02 Jul

Facing Domestic Fuel Crunch, Russia Sources Petrol from India Amid Refinery Disruptions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Trending, World NewsIndia, Russia

Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): Russia has begun importing petrol from India as the country works to overcome fuel shortages caused by repeated attacks on its energy infrastructure, signalling an unusual shift for one of the world’s leading oil producers. According to industry sources, the first consignments of Indian gasoline have already been dispatched to Russia by sea. Initial deliveries are estimated to total around 60,000 metric tonnes, with additional shipments expected as Moscow attempts to stabilise fuel supplies across the country. The shortages have emerged after a series of Ukrainian drone strikes damaged several Russian oil refineries, affecting domestic fuel production.…

24 Jun

India and US Edge Closer to Major Trade Agreement as Economic Ties Gather Momentum

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Trending, World NewsIndia, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma) India and the United States are believed to be in the final stages of negotiations on a comprehensive trade agreement that could significantly expand commercial cooperation between the two countries and strengthen one of the world’s most important economic partnerships. A senior American official has indicated that discussions have advanced considerably, with both sides working to resolve the remaining issues before reaching a final understanding. The proposed agreement is expected to improve market access, encourage investments and facilitate greater movement of goods between the two economies. The development reflects the increasing focus being placed on economic collaboration…

24 Jun

Lucknow Fire Tragedy: Building Owner Sent to Judicial Custody for 14 Days

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Lucknow

Lucknow (Rajeev Sharma): The investigation into the devastating fire at a commercial building in Lucknow's Aliganj area has intensified, with authorities sending the property's owner, Virendra Shukla, to judicial custody following his arrest in connection with the incident that claimed multiple lives. According to officials, Shukla was produced before a local court late Monday night after police completed preliminary legal formalities. The court subsequently remanded him to 14 days of judicial custody as the probe into the fire continues. Investigators said the accused had reportedly cited health concerns, including chest pain and a history of heart-related ailments, during the course…