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China This Week | FM Sitharaman to Europe, growing focus on Chinese trade surplus
October 18, 2026 18:58 IST
China This Week regularly recaps news from and around China. This edition looks at the issues in China's trade, now being flagged by major countries, and a new bridge to North Korea.
France protests blow up: What exactly is wrong with its economy?
October 18, 2026 19:52 IST
France widening protests, social unrest: The tough measures needed to sort out France’s economic problems keep running into political problems. We explain.
What is Iran’s 7-day proposal to the US to open the Strait of Hormuz?
October 18, 2026 17:36 IST
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday said that Iran’s offer to the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days is still on the table. What is the proposal, and what are the points of contention?
How hackers overheated French supermarket fridges — and the lessons for India
October 15, 2026 21:34 IST
A cyberattack on hundreds of French supermarkets disrupted refrigeration systems and spoiled food worth millions. Here is how the incident happened and what it reveals about cybersecurity risks in India.
Nord Stream pipeline blasts: Why a Ukrainian man is on trial in Germany
October 14, 2026 19:24 IST
Four underwater explosions ruptured the Nord Stream gas pipelines linking Russia and Germany in September 2022. A Ukrainian former army officer now faces trial in Germany over alleged involvement in the sabotage, which has strained diplomatic ties and raised questions about the investigation.
Saudi-Houthi conflict and the Mecca pact: What Pakistan, Turkey can and cannot do
October 13, 2026 14:45 IST
To unpack Pakistan’s and Turkey’s postures towards Riyadh’s needs in Yemen, it is essential to look at each country’s regional interests.
Indian killed in Riyadh airport attack: As Houthis advance, what are Saudi Arabia’s options?
October 12, 2026 07:44 IST
Saudi Arabia's requests for the US to aid it against the Houthis of Yemen have reportedly been rebuffed so far. What could happen after the large-scale attack on the Riyadh airport this week?
Palestinian elections postponed again: What it means, what happened last time
October 11, 2026 18:08 IST
In an official decree Saturday, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas postponed legislative elections scheduled in November 2026 to September 2027. The Palestinian territories last witnessed national elections in 2005-06.
Behind India’s Russia-Ukraine peace proposal: Grain, crude oil — and Trump
October 11, 2026 21:40 IST
India has put forward a ‘comprehensive’ proposal to end the more than four-year Russia-Ukraine war. Its deepening involvement is driven by several factors, from Black Sea shipping and energy security to the long-pending trade deal with the US.
US immigration crackdown: How Indian IT giants have long prepared for this moment
October 10, 2026 11:51 IST
Indian IT companies have reduced their dependence on US work visas, thanks to years of local hiring and expansion into 'nearshore' hubs. This has limited the immediate impact of the US's latest green-card programme suspension.
Nobel Peace Prize 2026: How Navi Pillay’s work on genocide ‘held states and leaders accountable’
October 9, 2026 21:18 IST
The Indian-origin South African jurist has had a career of firsts, and her work has set precedent for how international law treats genocide and crimes against humanity. Here is why it remains relevant.
India-Turkey ties: Why discord over Kashmir and Pakistan hasn’t stopped sporadic cooperation
October 9, 2026 12:19 IST
Turkey's Kashmir position and close ties with Pakistan have frustrated New Delhi. But shared interests continue to drive sporadic cooperation between the two countries.
Why US has suspended Indian IT firms Cognizant, TCS, Wipro, HCL from Green Card filings
October 9, 2026 15:55 IST
Infosys TCS Wipro HCL Cognizant Green Card Suspension Explained: The latest action is a clear broadening of the crackdown on foreign workers that has become a central policy under Trump. IT firms are particularly facing scrutiny. Here's why.
Why Spain’s snap election could be make-or-break for the progressive left
October 9, 2026 10:10 IST
Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez, one of the few European leaders on the progressive left today, has been under fire amid a housing crisis. How might elections shape the politics of the EU's fourth-largest economy?
India’s west coast is vulnerable: How Russian oil can reach Bay of Bengal ports instead
October 13, 2026 10:20 IST
The EMC is relevant given India’s quantum of Russian oil imports and energy import bias towards the west coast. It can reduce transit time to a Russian port by one-third via Chennai-Vladivostok, compared with the Mumbai-St Petersburg route.
Hamas calculus, Israel’s gamble: How October 7 reshaped the region, 3 years on
October 13, 2026 10:20 IST
Why did Hamas plan the attack, and three years later, where do Israel and Palestine stand? An Expert Explains.
Pakistan, Turkey ‘military forces’ to help Saudi Arabia: Why this may not mean troops in active combat
October 7, 2026 18:02 IST
Does the Mecca pact statement mean Pakistani and Turkish soldiers will be in active combat alongside Saudi Arabia against the Houthis? Not exactly, and at least, not immediately. Here’s why.
Brazil elections: Why a jailed ex-president’s son is leading race, and the Trump factor
October 7, 2026 20:32 IST
Jair Bolsonaro is serving a 27-year sentence for an attempted 2023 coup in Brazil. How did his son become the frontrunner to lead the country? And what has been Trump’s role in the elections for South America’s biggest country and economy?
China This Week | Rumours about Xi Jinping’s health, US jets arrive in Taiwan, and moreSubscriber Only
October 4, 2026 19:34 IST
Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This edition looks at the nature of rumours around Chinese President Xi Jinping's health in recent weeks, a sale of jets to Taiwan, and activity in the South China Sea.
France high school students’ protest: What sparked violence, what’s nextSubscriber Only
October 5, 2026 19:18 IST
France Student Protests News: French students began protesting over teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and poor school infrastructure. But with elections months away, the unrest has a political undertone. We explain.
How Cornell rape case throws a harsh spotlight on fraternities — and their pattern of violenceSubscriber Only
October 6, 2026 13:10 IST
A Cornell university student has alleged that she was raped by seven members of a fraternity house in 2024. What are fraternities? What exactly do they do? And why are they so common in the US? Here’s a primer on their evolution, significance and darker side.
Expert explains | As Israel heads to polls this month, will unpopular Netanyahu make a comeback?Subscriber Only
October 3, 2026 12:01 IST
Israel votes on October 27. The tight election race comes amid its many ongoing conflicts and questions over accountability for the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack. Is there any credible challenger to Netanyahu? An expert explains the issues that will shape the election.
Indian official attends SCO event in Pakistan: 5 broad takeawaysSubscriber Only
October 2, 2026 20:26 IST
This was the first visit to Pakistan by an Indian official delegation since Operation Sindoor last year. Why did the visit happen, and what is next?
Christa Pike execution fails after 2 attempts: How do lethal injections go wrong?Subscriber Only
October 2, 2026 16:54 IST
Christa Pike execution explained: Lethal injection is the most common execution method in the US, but is often botched. Here is how different methods work, how they are all prone to failure, and what happened in Pike’s case.
What saved the flydubai plane: Smit Machchhar, fliers’ actions, and sheer luck Subscriber Only
October 2, 2026 07:15 IST
Flydubai FZ1073 Flight Incident Explained: The most critical actions taken by Machchhar involved fighting back against the attacking co-pilot and, despite multiple stab wounds, unlocking the sealed cockpit door.
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