Every fifth seafarer is now an Indian: How Indiaโs maritime workforce became dominated by non-officer crew ๐
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๐June 17, 2026 at 04:05PM
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Every fifth seafarer is now an Indian: How Indiaโs maritime workforce became dominated by non-officer crew
Data shows that the ratio between officers and non-officers among Indian seafarers has flipped from 60:40 in 2010 to 35:65 in 2024. Globally, this ratio stands at 45:55.
What data says about Australiaโs social media ban and where the UK can learn from their experience ๐
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๐June 17, 2026 at 05:10PM
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What data says about Australiaโs social media ban and where the UK can learn from their experience
From compliance gaps to age verification workarounds, Australia's six-month experience with the world's first social media ban offers data points the UK will need to work through.
โReliance sabotaging accessโ: What is BGP hijacking, which Telegram CEO talked about ๐
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๐June 17, 2026 at 07:32PM
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โReliance sabotaging accessโ: What is BGP hijacking, which Telegram CEO talked about
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov claimed he โwouldnโt be surprised if Reliance/WhatsApp were also behind the recent lobbying effort to ban Telegram in India.โ
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Indo-Pacific no more? What a โrenamedโ US Pacific Command means for American security interests in Asia ๐
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๐June 17, 2026 at 08:34PM
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Indo-Pacific no more? What a โrenamedโ US Pacific Command means for American security interests in Asia
This comes just over eight years after USPACOM had been renamed by the first Donald Trump administration. Hereโs what to know about its history and geopolitical significance in terms of engagement with China and the future of the Quad.
On Rani Lakshmibaiโs death anniversary: How the queen of Jhansi became an enduring nationalist icon ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 06:02AM
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On Rani Lakshmibaiโs death anniversary: How the queen of Jhansi became an enduring nationalist icon
The transformation of Rani Lakshmibai into one of the most recognisable figures of nationalism was not immediate. Here is how it came about.
HDFC Bank raises $750 million abroad: Will other Indian banks follow suit? ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 02:16PM
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HDFC Bank raises $750 million abroad: Will other Indian banks follow suit?
The successful issuance demonstrates continued investor confidence in Indiaโs banking system. It may prompt other lenders, such as State Bank of India (SBI) and Bank of Baroda (BoB), to evaluate similar opportunities.
NSE files for IPO: Could the exchangeโs public offering become the largest in Indiaโs history? ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 03:05PM
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NSE files for IPO: Could the exchangeโs public offering become the largest in Indiaโs history?
The long-awaited offer for sale (OFS) of a 6% stake could raise as much as Rs 30,000 crore. At that level, NSE would be valued at over Rs 5 lakh crore, placing it among Indiaโs most valuable listed companies.
When is a party merger valid? With TMC split, here is what the defection law says โ and omits ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 03:21PM
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When is a party merger valid? With TMC split, here is what the defection law says โ and omits
The TMC dispute turns on a question the Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution has never fully settled โ does a two-thirds split within Parliament amount to a merger, or must the larger political party itself merge first?
Why does Trump now want Syria to โtake care of Hezbollahโ? ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 04:36PM
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Why does Trump now want Syria to โtake care of Hezbollahโ?
For decades, Syria and Hezbollah were close allies, linked through Iran. So, why has Trump sought Syria's help now? It has to do with not only Israeli military action, but also the US's changing relationship with Syria.
Why has monsoon progress stalled, and when can rains be expected next? ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 05:21PM
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Why has monsoon progress stalled, and when can rains be expected next?
Overall, the Arabian Sea branch of the monsoon appears to be making slower progress this year compared to the Bay of Bengal branch.
Ukraine war to Hormuz: 5 key takeaways from the G7 Summit in France ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 05:52PM
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Ukraine war to Hormuz: 5 key takeaways from the G7 Summit in France
The three-day summit in France focused on the Russia-Ukraine war, the US-Iran standoff, migration and artificial intelligence. Here are the key outcomes, and what they mean for India and the wider world.
Iran-US MoU a setback, what are the options now for Israel, and for Netanyahu ๐
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๐June 18, 2026 at 07:08PM
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Iran-US MoU a setback, what are the options now for Israel, and for Netanyahu
Can Israel keep fighting in Lebanon, endanger the deal, and potentially infuriate Trump? Can Netanyahu survive politically if the MoU is seen as a surrender that fritters away hard-fought gains? We explain.
US-Iran MoU: An expert gives a point-by-point breakdown, from nuclear issue to Strait of Hormuz ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 06:00AM
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Expert Explains | A point-by-point breakdown of US-Iran MoU, from nuclear issue to Strait of Hormuz
A final agreement would both address the Iranian nuclear programme, and set the terms of the US-Iran political relationship. But it also points to a stronger Iran, with implications for West Asia.
Modi-Trump G7 meet: Conciliatory signs from Trump, but his unpredictability is a challenge ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 07:00AM
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Modi-Trump G7 meet: Conciliatory signs from Trump, but his unpredictability is a challenge
It has been a difficult year for India-US ties. The strategic trust, developed over the last two-and-half decades, has taken a beating. Both sides will have to put in work to mend fences.
US Fed signals rate hikes this year: What this means for Indian markets ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 12:55PM
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US Fed signals rate hikes this year: What this means for Indian markets
The US Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged for a fourth straight meeting but has sent hawkish signals. Higher interest rates in the US could lead to foreign outflows from the Indian capital market.
Accenture warning sparks IT rout: Are tougher days ahead for Indian tech? ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 01:53PM
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Accenture warning sparks IT rout: Are tougher days ahead for Indian tech?
Accenture's subdued outlook sparked fears in the already battered Indian tech industry that demand conditions could remain challenging for outsourcing and digital transformation projects.
Referee as the cameraman: How the World Cup is putting you right next to the action ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 02:23PM
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Referee as the cameraman: How the World Cup is putting you right next to the action
FIFAโs new referee-view camera offers fans a first-person perspective of the action. Hereโs how the technology works, where it has been used before, and what makes this version different.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MPsโ likely switch: Can they escape anti-defection law, avoid disqualification? ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 03:00PM
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Shiv Sena (UBT) MPsโ likely switch: Can they escape anti-defection law, avoid disqualification?
The Supreme Court in a 2023 judgment had said that โa split is no longer a defenceโ under the anti-defection law, and that members of multiple factions may continue only if the requirements relating to merger with another party are satisfied.
Why Indiaโs largest power trader cannot trade electricity on the exchange it helped create ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 08:05PM
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Why Indiaโs largest power trader cannot trade electricity on the exchange it helped create
PTC India cannot trade on the HPX power exchange unless it first dilutes its stake. Yet, that may prove difficult. It also comes amid proposals for changes in how electricity is bought and sold on power exchanges in India.
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Want to cross the Strait of Hormuz? Fill out this form first ๐
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๐June 19, 2026 at 09:15PM
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Want to cross the Strait of Hormuz? Fill out this form first
After the signing of the 14-point MoU with the US, Iran has announced a new permit procedure for vessels to cross the Strait of Hormuz. This is what it entails.
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