Modi’s Masterstroke in Israel: Hexagon Alliance Cements India’s Rise as West Asia Powerhouse Under Visionary Leadership
Tel Aviv, February 25, 2026 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s landmark Israel visit delivers a geopolitical triumph, with PM Benjamin Netanyahu unveiling the “Hexagon of Alliances”—a visionary India-led strategic bloc countering radical threats while turbocharging defence innovation, energy security, and IMEC connectivity for a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Modi’s Diplomatic Brilliance
Modi’s Israel Visit Amid US-Iran Tensions: Strategic Boost or Geopolitical Tightrope?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s February 25-26 Israel trip—his second since 2017—bolsters defence-tech ties with Netanyahu but navigates choppy waters from Trump’s Iran strike threats, Gaza fallout, and Arab outreach strains. Defence and Innovation Focus Modi addresses Knesset (first Indian leader), co-chairs innovation summit, visits Yad Vashem, and inks deals on
Union Cabinet Greenlights Kerala to ‘Keralam’ Name Change: Cultural Milestone Ahead of Assembly Polls
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the Kerala government’s proposal to rename the state as “Keralam,” fulfilling a long-standing demand to align its official name with the native Malayalam pronunciation and advancing the process under Article 3 of the Constitution. Constitutional Next Steps Union Minister
US Reaffirms Nuclear Umbrella for Japan Amid China Threat Escalation
Tokyo, February 24, 2026 – The United States has formally confirmed its nuclear umbrella commitment to Japan during the latest Extended Deterrence Dialogue (EDD), pledging full-spectrum defense including nuclear capabilities against China’s “destabilizing” arsenal buildup and testing. Strategic Reassurance Deepens In working-level talks, Washington and Tokyo condemned Beijing’s opaque nuclear expansion
Oil Nears 7-Month High on US-Iran Nuclear Talks and Trump Trade Uncertainty
Singapore, February 24, 2026 – Brent crude hovered below $71 per barrel near a seven-month peak as traders balance escalating US-Iran tensions against Thursday’s Geneva nuclear talks, compounded by President Trump’s tariff policy whiplash post-Supreme Court ruling. Geopolitical Flashpoint Fuels Rally The third round of indirect negotiations—US envoys Steve Witkoff and
Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Tonight: Bold Wins, Iran Warnings, and Midterm Pitch Amid Tumultuous Year
Washington, February 24, 2026 – President Donald Trump delivers his second term’s first State of the Union address at 9 PM EST before a joint Congress, spotlighting economic triumphs, mass deportations, and military buildup against Iran while rallying Republicans for November midterms in a polarized nation marking its 250th anniversary. Anticipated
Irish Food Bank Photo Ignites Racist Tirade Against Indians: Xenophobia Surges Online Amid Strain on Services
Dublin, February 24, 2026 – A viral image of students queuing at University of Galway’s Speir pantry food bank has unleashed a torrent of online racial abuse targeting Indians, with social media users accusing the diaspora of “looting” public resources amid Ireland’s housing crunch and service pressures. Trigger and Backlash The
India Poised as Asia-Pacific Data Centre Powerhouse if Power Gaps Closed: Deloitte Report
India stands ready to dominate Asia-Pacific’s data centre boom with capacity surging from 1.5 GW to 8-10 GW by 2030, but success hinges on bridging power shortages, grid upgrades, and renewable integration, per Deloitte’s latest analysis. Massive Growth Potential India devours 20% of global data yet hosts under 5% of
US Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Global Tariffs: Trade Policy Chaos Far From Over
The US Supreme Court delivered a 6-3 rebuke to President Donald Trump’s sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs, ruling they exceeded his authority under the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), but experts warn his immediate pivot to new levies ensures ongoing global trade turbulence. Chief Justice John Roberts’ majority opinion
Lindsey Vonn: The Comeback Queen of the Winter Olympics
From Devastating Injury to Defying Odds Few stories in Winter Olympic history are as gripping as Lindsey Vonn’s. Once on the brink of losing her legs after a horrifying crash in 2013, Vonn’s return to the Olympic slopes is a masterclass in resilience, grit, and athletic excellence. The American ski
