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Russia's army captured over 5,600 square kilometres, or nearly one percent, of Ukrainian territory in 2025. This marks the highest territorial gain for Russia since the first year of the conflict. This development is cr…
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China's population recorded a decline for the third consecutive year in 2024, prompting the government to implement measures aimed at boosting its birth rate. In a significant policy shift, China has begun taxing condom…
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Relations between China and Japan have reached their chilliest point in years following a statement by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, suggesting a military response from Tokyo if China were to attack Taiwan. Th…
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Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) has initiated a two-year plan for independence, aiming to split the country into North and South Yemen once again. This move is significant for competitive exams as it highlig…
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Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te pledged to defend the island's sovereignty following recent Chinese military drills, underscoring the ongoing geopolitical tensions. This statement highlights China's perceived expansioni…
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Washington granted Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) annual approval to ship US chipmaking tools to China. This decision, following similar approvals for South Korean firms Samsung and SK Hynix, signals…
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India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations and civilian prisoners/fishermen, a routine annual practice. This exchange, particularly of nuclear facilities, occurs under the 'Agreement on the Prohibition…
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China has announced the imposition of an additional 55% tariff on certain beef imports from countries including Brazil, Australia, and the United States, effective for the next three years, if they exceed a specified qu…
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Ukraine's military announced successful strikes on Russia's Ilsky refinery and the Almetevskaya oil preparation facility located in the Tatarstan region. These attacks underscore Ukraine's persistent strategy to target…
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Bulgaria has officially adopted the euro, replacing its long-standing national currency, the lev, which had been in use since the late 19th century. This move signifies a deeper integration into the European Union's eco…
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Chinese military ships pulled back after massive drills, yet Taiwan remains on high alert. Approximately 35 military planes crossed the Taiwan Strait median line, intensifying cross-strait tensions. These drills commenc…
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President Putin has ordered the expansion of a buffer zone in Ukraine's Sumy and Kharkiv regions near the Russian border, as announced by Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov. This directive, set for 2026, signif…
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated he would not sign a weak peace deal, emphasizing that such an agreement would only prolong the ongoing conflict. He highlighted that Ukrainians are exhausted from nearly four years o…
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Around 42,000 chemist shops in Tamil Nadu will display QR codes within 10 days, as per instructions from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). This initiative enables reporting of adverse drug events,…
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Poland has urged the European Commission (Brussels) to investigate TikTok over AI-generated content. A popular TikTok profile showed young women in Polish national colours advocating for Poland's EU exit (Polexit). This…
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Two U.S. cyber experts, Goldberg and Martin, have pleaded guilty to collaborating with the notorious ransomware gang ALPHV Blackcat. They were involved in encrypting U.S. companies' networks to extort their owners, high…
Read full storyThe U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on 10 individuals and entities from Iran and Venezuela. These measures target their involvement in drone and missile trade, aiming to bolster the reimposed United Natio…
Read full storyThe Hynniewtrep Integrated Territorial Organisation (HITO) from Meghalaya has urged the Assam Chief Minister to advocate for extending the Inner Line Permit (ILP) regime across the entire North East region. This demand…
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China launched military drills around Taiwan, simulating a blockade of the island's key ports. This action underscores China's persistent claim over Taiwan, a self-governing democracy, and escalates geopolitical tension…
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China resumed live-fire military drills around Taiwan for a second day, explicitly warning 'external forces'. This escalation is crucial for understanding Indo-Pacific geopolitical dynamics and China's 'One China Policy…
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Ukraine's Foreign Minister has publicly refuted Russian claims of an attack on President Putin's residence, labeling them as "false" and asserting that the incident never occurred. Ukraine expressed disappointment over…
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China recently conducted military drills around Taiwan, simulating a ports blockade. This action underscores Beijing's firm stance on its 'One China' policy and its intent for unification with Taiwan, as articulated by…
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The U.S. pledged $2 billion for U.N. humanitarian aid programs, a significant reduction from its traditional annual funding which previously reached up to $17 billion. This move comes amidst the Trump administration's p…
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Myanmar's pro-military Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) claimed a significant lead in a junta-run poll, contrasting sharply with the 2020 elections where Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NL…
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