North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan, escalating tensions just as South Korea's President heads to China for crucial talks on Pyongyang's nuclear programme and Taiwan. Read the full analysis.
Japan issued an emergency alert after North Korea fired ballistic missiles, escalating tensions ahead of a key South Korea-China summit. Read the latest updates.
North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast, South Korea's military confirmed. The launch adds to tensions in the region. Read the full report for details.
A Bank of Baroda assistant manager in Bantwal, Karnataka, has been booked for an ATM fraud of Rs 71.41 lakh. The scam was uncovered during an inspection that also revealed stolen gold worth Rs 55,000. Read the full investigation details.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun with his daughter Ju Ae on New Year's Day, intensifying speculation about her future political role. Read the full analysis.
The US SBA suspends 6,900 borrowers in Minnesota over a massive $400 million COVID loan fraud scandal. Key figures face bans and federal prosecution. Read the full investigation details.
South Koreans can now read North Korea's Rodong Sinmun without prior approval, a symbolic policy shift under President Lee Jae Myung aimed at improving inter-Korean ties. Discover the details and mixed reactions.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's 2026 New Year speech celebrated a military pact with Russia, involving troop deployments to Ukraine. Read the full analysis of the strategic shift.
An Ahmedabad company is accused of a $1 million trade fraud against South Korea and customs duty evasion in India, using a Korean shell firm to route Chinese goods. KOTRA has alerted Indian agencies.
Celebrating its 13th anniversary, the Korean Cultural Centre India unveils 'Travelling Sketch: Beyond Us, Between Us', featuring 200+ artworks by Indian and Korean artists. Explore cultural exchange through travel-inspired art until Feb 28, 2026.
Despite facing 50% US tariffs, India signed landmark FTAs with UK and Oman in 2025, concluding talks with New Zealand and advancing EU negotiations. Explore the strategy behind a defining trade year.
South Korea ends a decades-old ban, permitting public access to North Korea's Rodong Sinmun newspaper. This bold move sparks debate on propaganda risks and inter-Korean dialogue. Read the full analysis.
A Kolkata school teacher and Booth Level Officer lost Rs 8.4 lakh in a sophisticated cyber fraud. The theft occurred in five transactions while he was busy with SIR work. Read the full story.
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PM Modi's second visit to Oman bolstered India-Gulf relations with a landmark trade deal and enhanced cooperation in defence, maritime security, and food security. Explore the strategic implications.
SBI data reveals 15,956 cyber fraud cases from Jan 2024-Oct 2025, with losses of ₹118.47 crore. Experts warn of rising digital banking risks. Learn how to stay safe.
North Korea's new 8,700-ton nuclear-powered submarine, capable of ballistic missile strikes, marks a dangerous escalation in deterrence. Experts warn it heightens Indo-Pacific security risks. Read the full analysis.
North Korea reveals hull of a nuclear-powered submarine, marking progress in Kim Jong Un's weapons program. Kim calls South Korea's similar plans a security threat. Analysis suggests possible Russian tech aid.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un supervised a long-range missile test and a nuclear submarine project, criticising US and South Korean military moves as escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Kollam East police register a fraud case after a private institution fails to return Rs 15 lakh deposited under a gold scheme. The action follows intervention by the State Human Rights Commission. Read the full details.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlights Free Trade Agreements as crucial for India's goal to become a developed nation by 2047. Learn how strategic partnerships are boosting exports and growth.
India is actively reshaping its trade policy with new FTAs. Explore the signed deals, ongoing talks, and the strategic impact on exports and the economy. Read more.
India and Oman signed a major trade deal (CEPA) during PM Modi's visit. We break down its impact on exports, strategic goals, and what it means for India's global trade policy. Read more.
A BBC investigation reveals how a North Korean smartphone enforces state ideology, rewrites language in real-time, and takes secret screenshots every five minutes. Discover the shocking details of digital control.
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is set to significantly enhance bilateral trade, boost MSME exports, and strengthen India's energy security. Discover the key benefits and economic impact.
India signs a landmark trade deal with Oman, securing zero-duty access for 98% of goods. The pact aims to boost MSME exports, create jobs, and enhance energy security. Read the full analysis.
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) promises zero-duty access for Indian textiles, boosting exports and creating over 100,000 jobs. Explore the strategic benefits.
PM Modi's visits to Jordan, Ethiopia & Oman highlight India's focus on Middle East security, Africa's development & Indian Ocean connectivity. Read the key outcomes.
A $7.4bn US-Korea Zinc smelter deal faces a shareholder revolt, testing Trump's critical minerals agenda and US-South Korea ties. Will the plan for domestic supply succeed? Read more.
Crucial updates for UPSC aspirants: India-Oman CEPA signed, Allahabad HC on live-in relationships, GRAM G Bill passes Parliament, and India-Russia logistics pact. Analysis and relevance for Prelims & Mains.