International
On July 22, 2025, Ukraine experienced its first confirmed loss of a French-donated Mirage 2000 fighter jet. The aircraft crashed during a training mission in Volyn region after a technical malfunction. The pilot ejected safely and is reported to be in stable condition. Pilot’s Quick Response The Ukrainian Air Force stated that the pilot immediately […]
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India has recorded its biggest rise yet in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, climbing eight positions to rank 77th globally. The improvement reflects better international access for Indian passport holders and marks a notable shift in the country’s travel freedom. Visa-Free Access to 59 Countries Indian citizens now have visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 59 […]
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Germany has expressed concern over Ukraine’s recent legal changes that weaken the independence of its anti-corruption agencies. Berlin warned that such reforms could hinder Ukraine’s progress toward joining the European Union. The criticism comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law allowing the prosecutor-general to reassign cases and staff in the
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Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has denied media speculation that he is planning to resign. Speaking on July 23, Ishiba called the rumours “baseless” and confirmed that no resignation discussions took place within his party. His statement follows poor results in the recent upper house elections, which triggered internal debate and public speculation about his […]
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India will restart issuing tourist visas to Chinese citizens beginning July 24, 2025. This comes after a five-year halt following the 2020 Galwan Valley clash and pandemic-related travel restrictions. Chinese applicants will need to fill out an online form, schedule an appointment, and visit Indian visa centers in Beijing, Shanghai, or Guangzhou to complete the […]
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The Election Commission of India has begun preparations to hold the election for the Vice President of India following Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation on July 21. The formal resignation has been received, and the necessary notification has been issued to initiate the constitutional process. Electoral College Formation in Progress The Election Commission is currently setting