Author: bhavya.dubey

Taiwan has committed to a NT$284 billion (US$8.88 billion) budget to build seven new submarines over the next 14 years to bolster its defense against China. Analysts have labelled  this massive budget as “irresponsible”, given the prototype is yet to complete sea trials. Taiwan has sanctioned billions of dollars to build seven more submarines over the next 14 years as part of efforts to deter potential attacks from the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The cabinet approved the budget on Thursday and legislators are expected to be presented for review and approval at the end of this month. Critics noted that…

The MEA clarified that the flooding in Bangladesh is not caused by the release of waters from the Indian dam station on the Gumti River, which flows through both Tripura and Bangladesh. Amidst rising accusations from protesters in Bangladesh that India is responsible for the severe flooding affecting eight districts in the country, the Ministry of External Affairs has issued a statement denying any involvement.  The floods have caused significant damage and destruction, prompting widespread concern and international attention. In the middle of this turmoil, students from Jagannath University (JnU) staged a protest march on Wednesday, blaming India for the…

During a hearing on the recent rape-murder case in Kolkata, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud cited the 1973 Aruna Shanbaug tragedy to highlight the vulnerability of female medical practitioners. The Aruna Shanbaug case, which pushed euthanasia into the national spotlight, entailed Shanbaug being in a vegetative state until her death in 2015. The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of the violent rape and murder of a young trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, drawing attention to workplace violence against healthcare professionals. Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud noted incidents of violence against healthcare workers in…

As Ukraine launched its unprecedented invasion into Russian territory, Moscow remained blissfully unaware, showcasing an alarming lack of preparedness and surveillance. The Russian defense ministry, focused on celebrating recent victories, failed to anticipate the bold move, revealing a critical intelligence and readiness failure that shifted the war’s dynamics overnight. In the early hours of Aug. 6, Ukrainian forces executed an unexpected and unprecedented attack on Russia’s western border, catching Moscow off guard and raising questions about the effectiveness of Russia’s surveillance and border defences At midnight, the Russian Defense Ministry posted an update celebrating the heroism of more than 2,500…

Ukraine, having opposed the Nord Stream project due to the significant loss of transit fees, now faces scrutiny over its alleged role in the undersea bombing of the pipelines. Volodymyr Z, a Ukrainian national, is currently the subject of an arrest warrant issued by Germany following a nearly two-year investigation. He is suspected of involvement in the destruction of the Nord Stream pipelines in September 2022. The Ukrainian government, led by President Volodymyr Zelensky, has denied any involvement in the incident, which has significantly strained relations between Ukraine and Europe across the Baltic Sea.  According to reports from German and…

Kyiv’s unprecedented advance in Russian territory creates buffer zone to shield Ukrainian borders as Moscow scrambles to respond. In an unprecedented move on Wednesday, the Ukrainian forces went farther into Russia’s Kursk as Kyiv strives to create a buffer zone to protect its border communities from continued Russian bombardment. This move comes after a surprise incursion into Russian territory last week, which caught Moscow off guard and signifies a dramatic escalation in the continuing conflict that began with Russia’s full-fledged invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Military Preparations President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed the new developments on his telegram account, claiming that…

At a news conference, US State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel fiercely rejected the suggestion that the US had anything to do with Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, labelling the inference “laughable” and claiming that such assertions were wholly untrue. The United States has refuted claims of involvement in the resignation of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, rejecting accusations that it played a part in her stepping down from office. On August 5, Hasina resigned and fled to India following widespread protests demanding her government’s removal. The unrest, which lasted several weeks, resulted in over 450 casualties.  In response to the turmoil,…

Driven by both internal turmoil and external peer pressure, thousands of Japanese people make the decision to disappear every year. Making money off their disappearances, the dubious ‘Johatsu’ business causes significant repercussions on families and communities. In the quiet corners of Japan’s bustling cities, a strange phenomenon is taking place—people deliberately vanishing without a trace, leaving behind their lives, families, and identities. This practice, which is called Jōhatsu, or “evaporation,” is when people decide to fade away from society in order to get away from extreme pressures and internal conflicts. While it seems like something out of a suspenseful movie,…

As tensions between Israel and Iran escalate, Washington fears a broader, coordinated attack involving Iranian proxies, missiles, and drones. In a decisive response to the intensifying standoff between Israel and Iran, the U.S. has ramped up its military presence by deploying a guided missile submarine to the Middle East. With tensions nearing a boiling point, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin approved the move as the White House prepares for a possible explosive escalation. The Pentagon has reported that Austin has communicated with his Israeli counterpart and instructed the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group to expedite its deployment to the…

Jaishankar’s visit to the Maldives comes shortly after President Muizzu’s trip to India in June to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. External Affairs Minister, S.Jaishankar, is on a three-day official visit to the Maldives, marking the first high-level Indian trip since pro-China President Muizzu took office last year. The visit comes after a period of tense relations between the two countries earlier this year, when three Maldivian ministers and some MPs made disparaging remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Male is one of New Delhi’s key players in the ‘SAGAR’ initiative designed to counter Chinese…