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The Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025: A bold strike or economic overreach?

In the critical weeks ahead, the Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 offers a bold signal of U.S. resolve but risks catastrophic miscalculation in a globally connected economy. Its immediate value lies in pressuring Russia, but its blunt tariffs could disrupt trade and alienate allies like India and China. Jun 24, 2025
Bihar Drug Kingpin Surrenders, Reveals Network Secrets

Bihar drug kingpin "Bhabhiji" surrenders; reveals network secrets

Ruby, popularly known as 'Bhabhi Ji', surrendered to authorities in Jharkhand, exposing a major drug network. She confessed to operating a brown sugar distribution racket with assistance from her family. Her revelations are helping the police trace the supply chain and uncover key players involved. Jun 23, 2025
Air India Express

Air India Express flight returns to Delhi midway; cites technical issue

In a statement, an Air India Express spokesperson confirmed, "An alternative aircraft was arranged to operate our Delhi–Jammu flight after the original aircraft returned to Delhi due to a technical issue. We regret the inconvenience caused." This incident underscores the challenges airlines face in ensuring passenger safety while maintaining operational efficiency. Jun 23, 2025
Oman becomes first country in Gulf to impose income tax

Oman becomes first country in Gulf to impose income tax

The 5 per cent tax will kick in from January 2028 and only applies to annual income of 42,000 rials ($109,000). The move will bring into the tax ambit only the top 1 per cent earners, the state-run Omani News Agency has reported. Jun 23, 2025
Iran's private message to Israel: Can intervene if military campaign continues in Gaza [details

U.S.-Iran escalation and the fragile global order

The U.S.-Iran crisis, driven by Trump's gamble, Russia's provocations, and Iran's brinkmanship, teeters on the edge of global disaster. Iran's hybrid retaliation, a U.S. containment push, or a nuclear gambit could redefine power dynamics. India must champion diplomacy. Jun 23, 2025
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