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Sudan Approves Deal Granting Russia Its First African Naval Base

December 04, 2025

Sudan Approves Agreement Enabling Russia to Build Its First Naval Base in Africa

Sudan has formally approved a long-pending defence agreement that allows Russia to establish its first naval base on the African continent. The announcement came after high-level discussions in Moscow between Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Youssef Ahmed al-Sharif and Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, marking a breakthrough in negotiations that had remained dormant amid political unrest in Sudan.

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India Set to Induct INS Aridhaman Nuclear Submarine

December 04, 2025

India Set to Induct INS Aridhaman Nuclear Submarine

India is poised to take a major leap in strengthening its nuclear triad with the upcoming induction of INS Aridhaman, the country’s third indigenously developed nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN). Having entered its final sea trials, the submarine is expected to join the Strategic Forces Command shortly, marking a historic boost to India’s sea-based deterrence capabilities.

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Why Mandatory Pre-Loading of Sanchar Saathi on Smartphones Has Become Controversial

December 04, 2025

Centre’s Mandatory Sanchar Saathi Rollout Triggers Major Policy Debate

The Union government’s directive requiring all smartphone manufacturers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app has triggered intense political, legal and industry-wide debate. Issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), the order mandates that every device sold or imported into India must carry the app within 90 days — and that users must not be allowed to uninstall it. The lack of prior industry consultation has further amplified concerns regarding regulatory certainty.

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Inika Mazumder Becomes National Champion in Kyokushin Full Contact Karate

December 04, 2025

Inika Mazumder Clinches Dual Gold to Become National Kyokushin Karate Champion

Inika Mazumder has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the National Champion title in Kyokushin Full Contact Karate, earning gold medals in both Kihon and Kumite. Her outstanding performance at the National Kyokushin Full Contact Championship marks a defining moment in her martial arts journey and positions her among the most promising young fighters in India’s combat sports landscape.

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Nagpur University Appoints First Woman Vice-Chancellor in 102 Years

December 04, 2025

Nagpur University Appoints First Woman Vice-Chancellor in a Century

Nagpur University has achieved a historic milestone by appointing Manali Makarand Kshirsagar as its first woman vice-chancellor since its establishment in 1923. The announcement marks a significant turning point for the 102-year-old institution, reflecting both a symbolic and strategic shift toward inclusive leadership and academic modernisation.

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