Month: September 2026

Pakistan’s westward turn — strategic depth or overstretch

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Pakistan’s westward turn — strategic depth or overstretch

‘The deeper Pakistan becomes embedded in West Asian security arrangements, the harder it will become to remain aloof from the region’s conflicts’ | Photo Credit: AFP The defence cooperation agreement signed by Pakistan and Kuwait on August 27, 2026, is the latest manifestation of Pakistan’s rapidly expanding strategic footprint in West Asia. The agreement assumes…

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Trump reiterates support for united Ireland, says won’t talk about Scotland ‘yet’

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Trump reiterates support for united Ireland, says won’t talk about Scotland ‘yet’

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks with journalists prior to boarding Air Force One at Shannon Airport in Shannon, Ireland, on September 13, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP  U.S. ​President Donald Trump on Sunday (September 13, 2026) reiterated his support for ⁠Northern Ireland breaking from the United Kingdom to unify with the Republic of Ireland, but…

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Asia Cup: Indian women’s cricket team refuses to accept trophy from ACC head Mohsin Naqvi

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Asia Cup: Indian women’s cricket team refuses to accept trophy from ACC head Mohsin Naqvi

It may be recalled that the Indian men’s team had last year declined to receive the Asia Cup trophy and medals from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairperson from Pakistan, Mohsin Naqvi, (centre). File | Photo Credit: AP The Asia Cup trophy impasse continued for the second year in a row after the victorious Indian women’s…

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Asia Cup: Indian women’s cricket team refuses to accept trophy from ACC head Mohsin Naqvi

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Asia Cup: Indian women’s cricket team refuses to accept trophy from ACC head Mohsin Naqvi

It may be recalled that the Indian men’s team had last year declined to receive the Asia Cup trophy and medals from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairperson from Pakistan, Mohsin Naqvi, (centre). File | Photo Credit: AP The Asia Cup trophy impasse continued for the second year in a row after the victorious Indian women’s…

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Keralam CM V.D. Satheesan takes a trip down memory lane at alumni meet

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Keralam CM V.D. Satheesan takes a trip down memory lane at alumni meet

Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Sunday (September 13) took a trip down memory lane, recalling how his days at Panangad High School helped shape his communication skills. Addressing an alumni meeting at his alma mater, the Chief Minister said that it was at the school that he “learned to speak”. He said the foundation in…

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Russian drone hits train near Ukraine-Poland border soon after Boris Johnson, other visiting dignitaries passed through

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Russian drone hits train near Ukraine-Poland border soon after Boris Johnson, other visiting dignitaries passed through

A diplomatic train carrying Boris Johnson, Carl Bildt and security advisers from several European Union states had purposely left the station at Yahodyn ahead of schedule. File | Photo Credit: Reuters A Russian drone struck a train near the Ukraine- Poland border on Sunday (September 13, 2026) shortly after senior visiting officials, including the former…

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Want to ‘reset’ ties with India, should be done through bilateral discussions: Bangladesh

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Want to ‘reset’ ties with India, should be done through bilateral discussions: Bangladesh

Bangladesh Prime Minister Rahman is scheduled to leave for New York on September 21 to attend the 81st session of the UN General Assembly and stay there until September 26. | Photo Credit: AP Bangladesh on Sunday (September 13, 2026) said it wants to “reset” its relationship with India and build a new bilateral engagement…

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Want to ‘reset’ ties with India, should be done through bilateral discussions: Bangladesh

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Want to ‘reset’ ties with India, should be done through bilateral discussions: Bangladesh

Bangladesh Prime Minister Rahman is scheduled to leave for New York on September 21 to attend the 81st session of the UN General Assembly and stay there until September 26. | Photo Credit: AP Bangladesh on Sunday (September 13, 2026) said it wants to “reset” its relationship with India and build a new bilateral engagement…

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I am satisfied with being five-time World champion: Carlsen

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I am satisfied with being five-time World champion: Carlsen

Magnus Carlsen relinquished his crown four years ago. But he continues to rule the chess world. He drew the biggest applause at the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League, which concluded in Bengaluru on Sunday. On a fine evening at the Lalit Ashok, the World No. 1 from Norway spoke on a variety of topics. Excerpts:…

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