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New Delhi Bank lending in India grew sharply, reaching Rs 213.6 lakh crore by March 31, marking a 16.1% rise compared to last year, according to a report. Growth was driven by strong retail loans, MSME financing, and corporate borrowing. The credit–deposit ratio stayed high at
MANILA The Philippines is showcasing its military might this week as the famous BrahMos cruise missile takes center stage during massive war games with the United States. Known as "Exercise Balikatan," this year’s drills are among the largest ever, involving over 17,000 troops
BEIJING Travel between India and China just got a lot easier. Air China has officially brought back its direct flight service between Beijing and Delhi, marking a major step in reopening the skies between the two neighbors. The new service will run three times a week, that
WASHINGTON DC A tragic shooting at the historic Teotihuacan pyramids has left a Canadian tourist dead and at least 13 others injured. The incident occurred at the world-famous archaeological site near Mexico City. According to Mexico’s security cabinet, an unidentified man ope
ISLAMABAD A major row has broken out in Pakistan’s Punjab province as local landowners face criminal charges for allegedly blocking gold extraction in the Attock region. While the government is eager to tap into the area’s mineral wealth, critics say ordinary citizens are bein
KATHMANDU Nepal’s young government is facing a fresh wave of controversy as a second cabinet minister comes under fire for alleged misconduct. Just two weeks after the Labor Minister was sacked for nepotism, Home Minister Sudan Gurung is now facing serious questions regarding
ISLAMABAD Pakistan’s federal government has once again pushed back the completion of the Peshawar Northern Bypass, a road project that has been in limbo for 17 years. Despite an offer from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province to provide Rs 4 billion in immediate "bridge financ
Anchor Slug: Reforms need of the hour NEW YORK India is pushing for a major shake-up at the United Nations, demanding more power for developing nations. During a high-level meeting at the UN headquarters, Indian official Sibi George called for the Global South to hav
TOKYO Japan has officially changed its laws to allow the sale of lethal weapons to other countries. This major update marks a massive shift in how the nation handles its military equipment. For decades, Japan followed strict rules that only allowed the export of non-combat
LONDON India and the United Kingdom have agreed to deepen military cooperation during a visit by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan. This is the first official UK trip by an Indian CDS. Talks focused on closer military ties and new age warfare areas such as cyber secu
Blurb: Rajnath Singh visited Germany to launch a new defense industrial roadmap, prioritizing hi-tech co-production and military cooperation between the two nations. BERLIN Defense Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Germany, marking a pivotal moment for international securit
Intro: A major diplomatic row erupted in Seoul over claims that a top official leaked classified American intelligence regarding North Korea. SEOUL A major diplomatic row has erupted in Seoul following claims that a top South Korean official leaked classified American intel
Moers A violent fight involving over 40 people broke out at Gurdwara Singh Sabha in western Germany, causing panic among worshippers. Police sent nearly 100 officers, including special units, to control the situation. Reports said knives and kirpans were used, and possible gun
Seoul South Korea expressed deep regret after Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering to Yasukuni Shrine, a site linked to Japan’s wartime past. Lawmakers also visited or planned visits, sparking criticism. Seoul urged Japan to face history with honesty and show true remorse. Th
United Nations The UN Security Council strongly condemned an attack in southern Lebanon that killed a French peacekeeper and injured three others, including two seriously. Members demanded a quick investigation and accountability for those responsible. They said peacekeepers m
Patna After assuming office as the new Chief Minister of Bihar, Samrat Choudhary on Tuesday flew to New Delhi to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Chief Minister is scheduled to meet the Prime Minister at around 4 p.m. This will be a courtesy meeting following Samrat C
Thiruvananthapuram The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the controversial removal of gold plated panels from Sabarimala temple in 2025 has intensified its enquiry, questioning key figures and examining procedural lapses that have triggered political and administrative
Kolkata A minor fire broke out at a private hospital in Kolkata's Salt Lake area on Tuesday, but the patients were safely evacuated, and no casualties were reported, officials said. It was learnt that the fire broke out following a short circuit in the air-conditioning at o
