Category: World News
Israel vs Iran: Military Strength, Capabilities, and the Balance of Power
Israel and Iran mirror a classic matchup: tech versus mass. Iran fields larger forces, more tanks, artillery, and submarines. Israel spends more, flies more advanced jets, and relies on layered air defenses and U.S.-backed tech. Recent exchanges—hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones versus a 99% interception rate—show the gap. The rivalry now rests on missiles, drones, and regional alliances as much as troop counts.
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Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Set to Slash Travel Time, Kicking Off India's High-Speed Rail Era
India's first bullet train, connecting Mumbai and Ahmedabad, is about to launch, slashing travel time to just over two hours. The 508 km route will hit speeds up to 320 km/h and feature 12 culturally themed stations. This initiative is part of a broader rail revamp that includes new trains and massive infrastructure upgrades.
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Powerful Earthquakes Jolt Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, Set Off Tsunami Scare
Five earthquakes, including a magnitude-7.4 main shock, rattled Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering tsunami warnings as far away as Hawaii. Officials reported no injuries or major damage, but the event revived memories of past mega-quakes in the region and has put local authorities and residents on alert for possible aftershocks.
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Missed Flight by Minutes: Ahmedabad Traffic Saves Woman from Deadly Air India Crash
Stuck in Ahmedabad traffic, Bhoomi Chauhan missed Air India Flight AI171 to London by just 10 minutes—and survived one of India's deadliest plane crashes, which killed 241 people. The tragedy stunned families and drew Prime Minister Modi to the crash site.
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India Granted Unprecedented Unescorted Pentagon Access Amid Growing U.S. Defense Partnership
For the first time, India’s defense attaché team can enter the Pentagon without an escort—a rare privilege that even many U.S. officials lack. This move highlights the deepening trust and evolving defense partnership between Washington and New Delhi, set against the backdrop of the Pentagon’s iconic five-sided architecture.
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Ceasefire Between India and Pakistan Sparks Blackouts and Renewed Tensions Along Border Regions
After the May 11, 2025 ceasefire between India and Pakistan, violence broke out almost immediately. Drone sightings and artillery attacks led to military alerts and blackouts in border areas like Rajasthan's Barmer district. Despite brief optimism, residents remain wary as authorities prepare for possible escalation.
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India-UK Free Trade Agreement Marks Landmark Shift in Bilateral Ties
India and the UK have clinched a milestone Free Trade Agreement, slashing 90% of tariffs and projecting a £4.8bn annual boost for the UK by 2040. The pact seeks to power new jobs, fuel innovation, and deepen cooperation in tech, manufacturing, and clean energy, signaling a new era in bilateral relations.
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Turkey Earthquake Jolts Istanbul: News Anchor’s Shocked On-Air Reaction Captures National Anxiety
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Istanbul, catching a news anchor live on-air and sparking a wave of viral reactions. Though no major damages or casualties were reported, the incident fueled public fear over recurring earthquake threats in the city.
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Shahid Afridi’s Remarks on Pahalgam Terror Attack Ignite Controversy Across India
After Shahid Afridi accused the Indian Army of staging the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian cricketers and politicians responded with harsh criticism. The backlash includes calls for sanctions on Pakistan, amplifying tensions between the rival neighbours and shining a spotlight on broader issues of terrorism and accountability.
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Indus Waters Crisis: Bilawal Bhutto Warns India as Treaty Fallout Raises Fears in Pakistan
Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari delivered a charged warning after India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, calling the Indus River Pakistan's lifeline. The dispute took on existential overtones as both countries sharpened their rhetoric, invoking past conflicts and sovereignty. Tensions over water control have reached new heights amid political unrest.
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