Category : Diplomacy


LG Forms Panel for DERC Chairperson, Members Selection

LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu constituted a three-member selection committee for DERC chairperson and members. The regulator faces a Rs 38,500 crore regulatory asset crisis and has been without a chief for nearly a year.

Russia Signs Military Pact with Taliban in Afghanistan

Russia has signed a military cooperation agreement with Afghanistan's Taliban government, marking a significant shift in bilateral relations. The pact was signed in Moscow, with implications for regional powers like India and Pakistan.

US Envoy: India Key Power Centre, Trusted Partner

US Ambassador Sergio Gor stated that the Trump administration views India as a present global power centre and trusted partner, with a bilateral trade deal expected soon focusing on AI, semiconductors, pharma, and critical minerals.

US and Iran in New Talks Amid Fragile Ceasefire

Mediators between the US and Iran are negotiating a draft memorandum closer to approval, including a multi-billion dollar reconstruction package. Key issues like frozen assets, Hormuz, and nuclear talks remain unresolved.

Netanyahu Says Israel Gets 'Crazy Love' from India

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted strong India-Israel ties, stating India shows 'crazy love' for Israel amid global delegitimisation attempts. He noted India's unique support and large following.

Cyprus Seeks BrahMos Missiles and Drones from India

Cyprus has expressed keen interest in procuring BrahMos cruise missiles and kamikaze drones from India, a move that has alarmed Turkey due to potential shifts in the Eastern Mediterranean military balance.

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