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Jaishankar to visit Bangladesh to take part in Khaleda Zia's funeral
During his visit, Jaishankar is expected to meet the late Bangladeshi leader's family, especially Rahman, who many observers believe could be his country's next prime minister
 "Jaishankar to visit Bangladesh to take part in Khaleda Zia's funeral")
'Avoid actions that undermine peace': PM Modi on reported Putin home attack
PM Modi expressed deep concern over reports of an attack on Vladimir Putin's residence, for which Russia has accused Ukraine
 "'Avoid actions that undermine peace': PM Modi on reported Putin home attack")
India conducts successful maiden test of Pinaka long-range guided rocket
The rocket was tested for its maximum range of 120 km "demonstrating all in-flight manoeuvres" as planned
 "India conducts successful maiden test of Pinaka long-range guided rocket")
India-China work to rebuild ties in 2025 after 4 yrs of strained relations
As peace prevailed at the borders, a key prerequisite for India to establish good relations with China, the two sides stepped up the dialogue process
 "India-China work to rebuild ties in 2025 after 4 yrs of strained relations")
PM Modi condoles Khaleda Zia's death, recalls role in India-Bangladesh ties
PM Modi highlighted Khaleda Zia's contributions as Bangladesh's first woman prime minister and said her vision and legacy will continue to guide India-Bangladesh ties
 "PM Modi condoles Khaleda Zia's death, recalls role in India-Bangladesh ties")
Bangladesh envoy recalled to Dhaka on urgent call amid strained India ties
In view of the recent situation in bilateral ties with India, Bangladesh High Commissioner in New Delhi M Reaz Hamidullah was called to Dhaka on an urgent basis
 "Bangladesh envoy recalled to Dhaka on urgent call amid strained India ties")
Centre approves greenlit multiple defence proposals worth ₹79,000 crore
The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, has approved the acceptance of necessity
 "Centre approves greenlit multiple defence proposals worth ₹79,000 crore")
IAF, IIT Madras partner to develop indigenous airborne communication system
Through this partnership, the Indian Air Force (IAF) aims to develop advanced algorithms for networking and encryption in collaboration with IIT Madras
 "IAF, IIT Madras partner to develop indigenous airborne communication system")
Ties with India witness a downturn as Bangladesh navigates turbulent 2025
The transition, from what was widely regarded as an "India-friendly" Awami League government to Muhammad Yunus-led interim dispensation, significantly altered Bangladesh's diplomatic posture
How China's 6G smart surface could turn radar into a power source
Chinese researchers say a new 6G smart surface could let stealth aircraft harvest power from radar signals, reshaping future military stealth and next-generation wireless communication
 "How China's 6G smart surface could turn radar into a power source")
India gets first standard for bomb disposal systems to boost security
Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare said the standard is intended for "voluntary adoption" by procurement agencies, manufacturers, and testing bodies
 "India gets first standard for bomb disposal systems to boost security")
We condemn Das' killing, reject anti-India narrative in Bangladesh: MEA
The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the killing of Dipu Chandra Das and flagged over 2,900 cases of minority violence in Bangladesh, urging the interim government to ensure their security
 "We condemn Das' killing, reject anti-India narrative in Bangladesh: MEA")
US, Russia were concerned about Pak's nuclear weapons: Declassified files
Putin told Bush that uranium of Pakistani origin had been found in Iranian centrifuges, pointing to possible illegal transfers
 "US, Russia were concerned about Pak's nuclear weapons: Declassified files")
Ready to strengthen communication with India: China slams Pentagon report
A Pentagon report submitted to the US Congress has flagged China's claim over India's Arunachal Pradesh as part of its stated "core interests", underscoring Beijing's broader national strategy
UN turns 80 facing crisis of relevance as India readies for greater role
India categorically told the world that central to the erosion of the UN's credibility has been resistance to reform, and Delhi stands ready to assume greater responsibilities in an expanded UNSC
 "UN turns 80 facing crisis of relevance as India readies for greater role")
India in constant talks with US to find balanced trade deal: Amb Kwatra
Our effort all along, right through this whole year, the tone for the relationship was set during Prime Minister's visit in early February, Ambassador Kwatra said
 "India in constant talks with US to find balanced trade deal: Amb Kwatra")
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh visits Egypt to strengthen ties between IAF-EAF
On the second day of his visit to Egypt, the Chief of the Air Staff visited Cairo West Air Base. He also interacted with Suresh K Reddy, Ambassador of India to Egypt, at India House, Cairo
 "Air Chief Marshal AP Singh visits Egypt to strengthen ties between IAF-EAF")
Pentagon report flags China's 'core interest' claim on Arunachal Pradesh
The document outlines that China identifies three "core interests" that are central to national rejuvenation and not open to negotiation or compromise
 "Pentagon report flags China's 'core interest' claim on Arunachal Pradesh")
PM Modi assures Colombo of support in aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah
Prime Minister Modi stated that India will stand with Sri Lanka for "rebuilding lives and ensuring resilience"
 "PM Modi assures Colombo of support in aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah")
Yunus working to improve ties with India, says Bangladesh's finance adviser
Asked if Yunus directly spoke to India, Ahmed said the chief adviser "has not" but he did speak to those associated with the matter
 "Yunus working to improve ties with India, says Bangladesh's finance adviser")