DRDO Pralay Missile Launch In a landmark achievement for India’s defence sector, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted a salvo launch of two indigenously developed Pralay missiles off the Odisha coast. This test marks a significant step in strengthening India’s tactical strike capabilities and advancing the nation’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat … Read more
Introduction India Russia trade is entering a new phase with the introduction of a semi‑floating rupee‑ruble exchange rate, fixed monthly for bilateral transactions. This mechanism, coordinated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Central Bank of Russia, aims to reduce foreign exchange costs, stabilize trade flows, and bypass Western sanctions that have disrupted … Read more
Introduction The WPL 2026 season has been rocked by the withdrawal of two Australian stars — Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland. Their absence from the Women’s Premier League is a major setback for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC), franchises that counted on their experience and match‑winning abilities. With Perry and Sutherland out, … Read more
Introduction Khaleda Zia death has brought a dramatic close to the decades‑long saga of rivalry and revenge politics with Sheikh Hasina in Bangladesh politics. The passing of the former prime minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader marks the end of the infamous Battle of the Begums, a political feud that shaped the nation’s democratic … Read more
Indian Exports Gain Duty-Free Access in Australia Australia to scrap tariffs on Indian exports starting January 1, 2026, under the India–Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA). This landmark decision will provide 100% duty-free access to Indian goods, boosting bilateral trade and strengthening Indo-Pacific economic ties. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that the … Read more
