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In a major escalation, Israel strikes Iran by launching a series of retaliatory airstrikes early Saturday, 26th October, 2024 on military targets in Iran. Background of Israel Strike on Iran: Tensions between Israel and Iran have been simmering for years, but they reached new heights on October 1, 2024, when Iran launched a direct ballistic missile attack against Israel. This assault, involving approximately 200 ballistic missiles, was Tehran’s second direct attack on Israel in just six months. The unprecedented missile barrage brought regional tensions to a boiling point, with the world closely watching for Israel’s response. After weeks of anticipation,…

The 2024 BRICS summit declares a new path for global peace, trade, and sustainability, making pivotal decisions that will shape global geopolitical and economic landscapes in the years to come. These include a firm commitment to peaceful conflict resolution through diplomacy, the inclusion of new member nations to expand BRICS’ global influence, a shift towards using local currencies in trade, ethical AI development, and stronger climate action efforts. These initiatives aim to foster a more just, balanced, and sustainable world. The 2024 BRICS summit, held in Kazan, Russia, made pivotal decisions that will shape global geopolitical and economic landscapes in…

The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, comprising the Shiv Sena (UBT), the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and the Indian National Congress (INC), has reached a significant agreement regarding the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. The three key opposition parties have decided to contest 85 seats each, aiming to challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its allies in the state. This seat-sharing pact is viewed as a strategic move by the MVA to ensure a united front against the BJP-led government Maharashtra Assembly elections. The decision follows a series of high-level discussions between senior leaders of the three parties, including…

In a significant move, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has announced her participation in the Wayanad elections, creating ripples in the political landscape of Kerala. Known for her charisma and appeal, Priyanka’s entry is seen as a strategic move by the Congress to strengthen its presence in the southern states, especially after Rahul Gandhi’s previous victory from the same constituency in 2019. Wayanad is expected to witness a fierce contest in the upcoming polls, with multiple high-profile candidates vying for the seat. Apart from Priyanka Gandhi, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded its senior leader K. Surendran, known for…

In a significant development, more than 20 Liberal Members of Parliament (Canadian Liberal MPs) have privately urged Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down ahead of the next federal election. The call for Trudeau’s resignation reflects growing discontent within the Liberal Party, as lawmakers fear the party’s chances of retaining power under his leadership are diminishing. Reports suggest that Canadian Liberal MPs have raised concerns over Justin Trudeau’s handling of key issues, including rising inflation, housing affordability, and strained international relations, most notably with India. Some Liberals are reportedly worried that these challenges could lead to a weakened party performance…

Kazan, October 23, 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a significant meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan. The leaders discussed key issues, focusing on improving India-China relations and regional stability. Prime Minister Modi welcomed the recent agreement to disengage and resolve border issues stemming from 2020. He emphasized the importance of properly managing differences without disrupting peace and tranquility. Both leaders agreed to expedite the meeting of Special Representatives to oversee peace in the border areas and explore a fair resolution to the boundary question. Additionally, dialogue mechanisms involving Foreign…

Power of Attorney and Will Do Not Confer Title In a landmark ruling on property law, the Supreme Court of India recently delivered a significant judgment clarifying that an agreement to sell is not a document of title or a deed of transfer of property by sale. The judgment, delivered by Justices Dipankar Datta and Pankaj Mithal on June 2, 2023, in the case of Ghanshyam v. Yogendra Rathi (Civil Appeal Nos. 7527-7528 of 2012), addressed several key aspects of property law, including possessory rights, agreements to sell, general powers of attorney, and wills. The case, which revolved around a…

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met H.E. Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in Kazan today on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit. Prime Minister congratulated H.E. Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian on his election as the 9th President of the Islamic Republic of Iran. He also welcomed Iran in the BRICS family. The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation in various fields. Noting that the signing of the long-term contract of Chabahar Port is an important milestone in bilateral relations, the two leaders reaffirmed its significance for the reconstruction and…

Moscow, October 22, 2024 – As part of the 16th BRICS Summit, Prime Minister Modi’s Visit to Russia, at this juncture will have a global political impact. In the face of altering global geopolitics, this two-day event is anticipated to strengthen India’s bilateral ties with Russia and further secure its position within the BRICS framework (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa).The 16th BRICS Summit is expected to cover a broad range of international topics, including climate change, economic cooperation, and reforms in multilateral organizations like the UN. “India values the close cooperation within BRICS, which has emerged as an…

Supreme Court of India establishes the importance of motive and corroborative evidence in murder cases and converts the death sentence to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment. In a landmark judgement delivered on October 16, 2024, the Supreme Court of India ruled that while the crime committed by Eknath Kisan Kumbharkar, the appellant, was grave and unpardonable, it did not fall under the “rarest of rare” category to justify a death sentence. The court emphasized the importance of motive and corroborative evidence in murder trials and converted the death sentence awarded by the lower courts to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment…