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The burden of belonging: India’s unresolved citizenship question

Nearly 79 years after Independence, India continues to struggle with a basic question: Who is an Indian citizen?

Newslaundry · Jun 26

The Bluetooth Ban: How China-Linked Car Tech Forced Polestar Out of the US Market

Polestar's US sales will cease from 2027 due to national security concerns over China-linked technology, impacting the electric vehicle market and raising questions about foreign automakers in America.

International Business Times UK · Jun 26

Ex-Foreign Office chief Olly Robbins believed to be in talks over top security role

High-flyer caught up in Mandelson vetting scandal thought to be discussing comeback with Burnham’s team

The Guardian - UK · Jun 25

Renting AI from foreign providers is a national security risk, warns Cohere CEO

“This sentiment of renting AI from someone rather than owning it is a national security risk,” Aidan Gomez said. “You need to fully control it.”

Fortune · Jun 23

Pentagon Releases UFO Documents But Keeps Key Tracking Details Classified Behind Blacked-Out Pages

The Pentagon has released documents on UFO investigations, but key details remain classified, sparking ongoing debates about transparency and national security concerns.

International Business Times UK · Jun 23

Cabinet ministers loyal to Starmer urge Darren Jones not to run for Labour leadership

Chief secretary to the prime minister is being encouraged by some MPs to stand against Andy Burnham

The Guardian - UK · Jun 23

'Imperative' for India and China to respect each other's core interests: Wang

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized it is "imperative" for India and China to respect each other's "core interests" and take concrete steps to implement leader-level consensus. Meeting National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in New Delhi, Wang highlighted that both nations are partners, not rivals, and should promote cooperation for…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

India welcomes US-Iran peace deal, NSA Doval says pact brings 'cautious optimism'

India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval expressed cautious optimism regarding the US-Iran MOU, anticipating it will bolster energy security and ease supply chain issues for crucial goods like fertilisers. He highlighted the positive implications for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, predicting a significant boost to regional and…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

India set to seal $230 million M777 howitzer support deal with US: Sergio Gor

India is set to receive a significant boost to its defence capabilities with a proposed $230 million US sustainment package for its M777 ultra-light howitzers. This deal, announced by the US Ambassador, aims to ensure the Indian Army can maintain these critical artillery systems. The package includes vital spares, technical…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

NSA Ajit Doval meets senior Iranian security official

In a significant diplomatic engagement, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval held discussions with Iran's Deputy Secretary for Defence Affairs Ghadir Nezamipour in New Delhi to navigate the complex security dynamics of West Asia.

The Economic Times · Jun 22