Asia
January 13, 2026
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Merz Signals Push for India-EU Trade Deal on First Official Asia Trip

Germany’s new chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged to help fast track a long-delayed trade agreement between India and the European Union during his first official visit to Asia, raising expectations in New Delhi that momentum could finally build around the stalled negotiations. The visit reflects Berlin’s growing focus on South Asia at a time when […]

Defense
January 12, 2026
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IIT Madras Tests Bolt On Ramjet Kit to Extend Range of 155 mm Artillery Shells

India’s push to extend the reach of its artillery has taken a significant step forward with the successful testing of a bolt on ramjet kit developed Indian Institute of Technology Madras. The new system is designed for 155 mm ERFB type artillery shells and replaces the conventional base bleed unit, offering a simpler and more […]

Asia
January 07, 2026
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Can Karnataka’s New Law Curb Hate Speech in an Increasingly Polarised India

An ambitious new law passed the southern Indian state of Karnataka has reignited a national debate over whether legislation can meaningfully curb hate speech in a country where divisive rhetoric has become increasingly common. As social media platforms expand their reach and television debates grow more confrontational, the state is betting that legal intervention can […]