Trump vs China: Battle for Influence in Latin America
US President Trump's aggressive strategy in Venezuela and beyond aims to break China's deep economic grip on Latin America, built on massive loans and trade exceeding $500 billion. Will it work?
US President Trump's aggressive strategy in Venezuela and beyond aims to break China's deep economic grip on Latin America, built on massive loans and trade exceeding $500 billion. Will it work?
Belagavi administration launches a comprehensive action plan, including a new shelter and sterilisation drive, following public outrage over a stray dog attack on a toddler. Read the full story.
A new report states China breached email systems used by staffers of key US House committees, including those focused on China, foreign affairs, and intelligence. Read the full details.
The Ministry of Home Affairs announces the first phase of Census 2027 will be conducted between April and September. The exercise will also update the National Population Register. Get the full details.
A Haryana woman gave birth to her 11th child, a boy, after having 10 daughters. The father's struggle to recall all his daughters' names ignited a fierce social media debate on patriarchy and population. Read the full story.
Former Ambassador Ashok K Kantha explains the history of the Line of Actual Control, China's shifting claims on Arunachal Pradesh, and why border ambiguity serves Beijing's strategy. Read the expert analysis.
Mangaluru City Corporation finalises designated dog feeding zones, plans new ABC centres and shelters. 150 feeders collaborate with officials to manage stray population of over 53,000 dogs.
The US capture of Venezuela's Maduro jeopardises billions in Chinese oil & mineral deals. Analysts debate if this bold move deters or emboldens Beijing's Taiwan ambitions. Full analysis inside.
Animal rights activists in Lucknow protested the Supreme Court's interim order on removing dogs from public spaces. They demand strengthening of Animal Birth Control Rules and call the directive unscientific. Read more.
China demands US release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, condemning the capture as a violation of international law and a major setback for Beijing's strategic interests in Latin America.
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
A new list reveals the world's most densely packed cities, with several from the Philippines and India's Mumbai making the top 10. Discover the challenges of extreme urban density.
India firmly counters China's harassment of Indian nationals at airports. EAM Jaishankar asserts Arunachal Pradesh's integral status. India lodges formal protests over detentions.
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
China removes taxes on condoms and contraceptive drugs in a major policy shift to address its declining population. Learn how decades of the one-child policy led to this reversal.
China has removed a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT. This policy reversal aims to tackle a declining birth rate and ageing population. Explore the details and historical context.
Kanpur administration seals a chemical factory and inspects 108 units to ensure Ganga purity for Magh Mela. Tannery closure roster enforced from Dec 31, 2025. Read the full report.
Israel's population officially exceeded 10 million people at the start of 2026, a significant demographic milestone driven by a high birth rate and immigration. Discover the data and its implications.
China is reportedly increasing condom prices as part of a strategy to reverse its declining birth rate. Experts debate the effectiveness of this controversial policy. Read more.
Five years after Galwan, India and China resume talks & trade. But the 2025 thaw is a tactical detente, not trust. Exports rise 90%, yet deficit nears $106bn. Can this fragile calm last?
In his 2026 New Year address, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared Taiwan reunification inevitable and highlighted a major $170B Brahmaputra dam project. Read the full analysis.
UNFPA report reveals Pakistan's population may reach 400 million by 2063, stressing urgent need for family planning and women's empowerment to avert a crisis.
A deep dive into China's week: US DoD report on Arunachal, sanctions on US firms, falling industrial profits, and the potential return of K-pop. Key developments explained.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI at 391, nearing severe levels. Key areas like Anand Vihar recorded 445. Govt announces Rs. 100 crore for water body rejuvenation and new E-Waste Park. Stay informed and take precautions.
A new report shatters the illusion of China's economic resilience, revealing a deepening structural crisis driven by debt, property collapse, and demographic decline. What does this mean for global markets? Read the full analysis.
The death of Peng Peiyun, former head of China's Family Planning Commission, has ignited social media criticism of the controversial one-child policy. Explore the policy's lasting impact and demographic challenges. Read more.
China accelerates its energy transition through major grid reforms and strong endorsement of renewable power. Expert analysis on the implications for global climate goals. Read more.
India's first dedicated marine disaster response vessel, Samudra Pratap, is now operational. Learn how this ship will combat oil spills and protect our coastal ecosystem.
The US Pentagon's 2025 report on China highlights expanded 'core interests' including Taiwan and Arunachal Pradesh, PLA's 2027 goals, anti-corruption purges, and tech advancements. Read key insights.
China, a nation without democratic elections, is actively supporting Myanmar's political process. Explore the geopolitical motives behind this surprising stance and its regional implications. Read the full analysis.