Monday, March 09
President Putin is set to visit India, aiming to elevate cooperation with New Delhi and Beijing to a new level, particularly in technology. Discussions will focus on joint projects in energy, industry, and space, alongside increasing Indian goods imports. Defense deals, including S-400 missiles and Su-57 fighters, alongside nuclear energy cooperation, are also on the agenda.
India and Russia are poised to significantly boost space collaboration, with Roscosmos hinting at a major announcement soon. Discussions are reportedly covering engine development, crewed missions, and orbital stations, emphasising mutual benefit over technology transfer. President Putin's visit aims to elevate ties across various sectors, including energy and industry, to a new qualitative level.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concern over the critical health of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia, offering India's full support for her treatment. This gesture comes amid Zia's party accusing India of backing rival Sheikh Hasina, highlighting a complex geopolitical dynamic as Bangladesh approaches elections.
Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah visited Deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar's residence for breakfast on December 2. This meeting follows recent discussions to strengthen their collective efforts for the state. The leaders aim to present a united front ahead of the Belagavi legislature session. This breakfast meeting signals a pause in the ongoing leadership discussions within the ruling party.
In an apparent display of unity, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is scheduled to visit his deputy D K Shivakumar's residence for breakfast on December 2, just days after the two broke bread in the wake of a raging power tussle. This meeting, a follow-up to a similar one convened by the Congress high command.
Defense minister Rajnath Singh highlighted Operation Sindoor as a firm response to those ignoring peace, drawing parallels with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's decisive leadership. He praised the armed forces and emphasized the government's commitment to Patel's vision of a united India, citing Article 370's abrogation and strengthened indigenous defence capabilities.
Russia's State Duma has ratified a major military logistics pact with India, the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS). This agreement allows both nations' military forces to utilize each other's facilities for joint exercises, humanitarian operations, and disaster relief, strengthening their strategic partnership ahead of President Putin's visit.
Prime Minister Modi offered India's unwavering support to Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah's devastation. Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, India has dispatched emergency rations and relief materials via naval ships and air force aircraft. Indian helicopters have conducted extensive rescue operations, aiding over 150 individuals from various nationalities, demonstrating strong solidarity.
New government orders mandate communication apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to enforce stricter login protocols. Users will face automatic logouts from desktop versions every six hours, requiring QR code re-authentication. Smartphone access will also be restricted to the original SIM card used for registration, aiming to curb cyber fraud and enhance security.
