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Paperwork underway to unleash civil nuclear deal: US NSA Sullivan
Signed back in 2007, the nuclear deal has not yet been fully realised, he said
 "Paperwork underway to unleash civil nuclear deal: US NSA Sullivan")
Indian nurse's death sentence not ratified by President: Yemeni embassy
The 37-year-old nurse is presently lodged in a jail in Sana'a, the Yemeni capital city that is under the control of Iran-backed Houthis
 "Indian nurse's death sentence not ratified by President: Yemeni embassy")
Amit Shah vows to eliminate Naxals by March 2026 after Chhattisgarh attack
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday vowed to eliminate Naxals from the country by March 2026 and asserted that the sacrifice of those killed by the extremists in Chhattisgarh will not go in vain.
 "Amit Shah vows to eliminate Naxals by March 2026 after Chhattisgarh attack")
Taking steps to clear hurdles for US-India civil nuclear ties: NSA Sullivan
Washington and New Delhi have been discussing the supply of US nuclear reactors to energy-hungry India since the mid-2000s
 "Taking steps to clear hurdles for US-India civil nuclear ties: NSA Sullivan")
India, Bangladesh exchange 90 fishermen at maritime boundary amid tension
The operation was the result of mutual efforts of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), West Bengal government and the Indian Coast Guard in maintaining maritime relations between India, Bangladesh
 "India, Bangladesh exchange 90 fishermen at maritime boundary amid tension")
9 killed as Naxals blast security personnel's vehicle in Chhattisgarh
Eight DRG guards were among the nine killed after Naxals blew up their vehicle in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur
 "9 killed as Naxals blast security personnel's vehicle in Chhattisgarh")
India condemns Pak's airstrikes on Afghanistan, blames internal failures
Pakistan carried out airstrikes in certain areas in Afghanistan in what it said was aimed at targeting some terrorist hideouts
 "India condemns Pak's airstrikes on Afghanistan, blames internal failures")
Bangladesh's crime tribunal issues 2nd arrest warrant against Hasina
The warrants relate to two cases involving allegations of extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances
 "Bangladesh's crime tribunal issues 2nd arrest warrant against Hasina")
Jaishankar holds talks with US NSA Sullivan, reviews ties in last 4 years
Sullivan is on a visit to India two weeks ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th president of the US
 "Jaishankar holds talks with US NSA Sullivan, reviews ties in last 4 years")
47 personnel killed, 30 injured in attack on Pak army convoy in Turbat
In a statement, BLA spokesperson Jeeyand Baloch said that the attack took place in the Behman area, which is located some eight kilometres from Turbat city
 "47 personnel killed, 30 injured in attack on Pak army convoy in Turbat")
Taiwan detects 7 Chinese military aircraft and vessels near its shores
This incident follows a recent pattern of escalated manoeuvres by China around Taiwan, raising concerns over regional stability
 "Taiwan detects 7 Chinese military aircraft and vessels near its shores")
Bangladesh releases 95 Indian fishermen in reciprocal repatriation
The Indian Coast Guard released 90 Bangladeshi fishermen including 12 rescued from sunken fishing boat 'Kaushik'
 "Bangladesh releases 95 Indian fishermen in reciprocal repatriation")
Bangladesh cancels scheduled judges' training in India amid strained ties
India and Bangladesh have witnessed strained ties since the deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled to New Delhi on August 5 last year following a massive student-led protest that toppled goverment
Signing BRI framework with China, Modi meeting key to stronger ties: Oli
The 72-year-old Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) leader said these meetings and visits have made meaningful contributions in strengthening Nepal's relations
 "Signing BRI framework with China, Modi meeting key to stronger ties: Oli")
Defence stocks lock and load for order-driven growth offensive in Q4
War chest of opportunities: DefMin loads new tech ammo to fortify revenue and earnings potential
 "Defence stocks lock and load for order-driven growth offensive in Q4")
IAF chief visits Lakshadweep Islands, reviews combat readiness of forces
Air Chief Marshal Singh interacted with the air warriors at Minicoy Island and Kavarati Island
 "IAF chief visits Lakshadweep Islands, reviews combat readiness of forces")
2 pilots, 1 crew member killed as chopper crashes at Porbandar airport
The maritime security agency said the reasons for the incident are being investigated through a Board of Inquiry
 "2 pilots, 1 crew member killed as chopper crashes at Porbandar airport")
Nagasaki atomic bomb survivor, who devoted his life for peace, dies at 93
Fukahori died at a hospital in Nagasaki, southwestern Japan, on Jan 3, the Urakami Catholic Church, where he prayed almost daily until last year, said on Sunday
 "Nagasaki atomic bomb survivor, who devoted his life for peace, dies at 93")
INSV Tarini sets sail for longest leg of global voyage with women officers
This endeavour, known as Navika Sagar Parikrama II, highlights India's growing expertise in maritime exploration and underscores the courage and determination of its naval personnel
 "INSV Tarini sets sail for longest leg of global voyage with women officers")
Mizoram-Myanmar border movement regulated after govt's directives: Official
Six Mizoram districts - Champhai, Siaha, Lawngtlai, Hnahthial, Saitual and Serchhip - share a 510 km-long border with Myanmar's Chin state
 "Mizoram-Myanmar border movement regulated after govt's directives: Official")