NIA Arrests US Mercenary VanDyke and Six Ukrainians on Russian Tip-Off
India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested US national Matthew Aaron VanDyke and six Ukrainians—Petro Hurba, Taras Slyviak, Ivan Sukmanovskyi, Marian Stefankiv, Maksym Honcharuk, Viktor Kaminskyi—on March 13, 2026, at Kolkata, Lucknow, and Delhi airports following a Russian intelligence tip-off. Alleged Activities The group entered Mizoram without permission, crossed into Myanmar
US Navy Hesitant on Strait of Hormuz Due to Iran’s Asymmetric Trap
The US Navy’s reluctance to unilaterally secure the Strait of Hormuz arises from Iran’s sophisticated asymmetric warfare strategy, tailored to inflict maximum damage on superior naval forces in this narrow chokepoint. Iran’s Kill Box Tactics Iran exploits the strait’s 20-mile width with fast-attack boats, midget submarines, drone swarms, sea mines
The Irony of Jail: When Punishment Begins to Lose Its Fear
Comfort, Reform and the Changing Perception of Imprisonment A recent remark by activist Sonam Wangchuk — that “everyone should go to jail at least once” — has sparked an unusual but important debate. Traditionally, jail has been viewed as a place of punishment, a deterrent meant to instill fear and
India Steps In as Gulf Lifeline Amid War Disruptions
Over 5,000 Tonnes of Essential Food Dispatched to Stabilize Regional Supplies In a significant humanitarian and strategic move, India has dispatched over 5,000 metric tonnes of perishable food items to Gulf nations as the ongoing US-Iran conflict continues to disrupt critical trade routes across West Asia. The large-scale shipment, which
Israel Claims Killing of Iran’s Senior Official Ali Larijani
Israeli officials announced on March 16, 2026, that they killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s top security chief and key Revolutionary Guards figure, in precision airstrikes amid the US-Israel-Iran war. Netanyahu’s Statement PM Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the strike, describing Larijani as an influential IRGC commander and vowing continued targeting of Iran’s leadership
India–Iran Solidarity: Humanitarian Support Strengthens Ties Amid Conflict
From Kochi Port to Civilian Aid, New Delhi Extends a Hand of Support Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, the Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has publicly expressed gratitude towards India for its continued humanitarian support and diplomatic goodwill. The acknowledgment comes at a time when global alignments are being closely watched,
Bengal 2026: Is BJP Poised to Break TMC’s Long-Standing Grip?
Growing anti-incumbency and rising BJP momentum could reshape West Bengal’s political landscape As West Bengal moves toward the 2026 Assembly elections, the political narrative appears to be shifting. While Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) have dominated the state for over a decade, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) now
India and Pakistan Drawn Together in Hockey World Cup 2026
India’s men’s hockey team has been placed in Pool D alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, England, and Wales for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. Tournament Details The event runs from August 15-30, 2026, co-hosted by Netherlands and Belgium, with India’s men’s matches in the Netherlands. Full schedule announced March 18. Pool
Sophie Molineux Returns for Australia vs West Indies T20Is
Australia’s women’s cricket captain Sophie Molineux is set to return from a back injury for the T20I series against West Indies starting March 19, 2026, in St Vincent. Injury Recovery The 28-year-old spinner missed the recent India series due to back soreness but has been cleared by selectors. She previously
Kerala Polls 2026: Congress Eyes Comeback
As Kerala heads into a crucial Assembly election, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has struck a confident yet urgent tone, describing the upcoming contest as one the party “should win.” His remarks underline the high stakes for the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) in a state where political patterns are
