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Is India’s billion-dollar aid to Bhutan aimed at curbing China’s influence?
“Given that Bhutan is currently facing economic challenges, India understands its needs and ambitions,” said Aditya Gowdara Shivamurthy, an associate fellow of the strategic studies program at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
India’s opposition supporters protest arrest of key leader
Protesters attempted to march to Prime Minister Modi’s house after a key opposition leader was arrested in an alcohol corruptions case just weeks ahead of national elections.
India court extends custody of top opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal for 4 more days
NEW DELHI (AP) — An Indian court on Thursday extended custody of a top opposition leader for four more days after his arrest last week triggered protests, as the country gears up for a general election starting next month.
India’s media – captured and censored
Across almost every form of media in India – social, broadcast and print – Narendra Modi and the BJP hold sway.
Ukraine foreign minister arrives in New Delhi to boost ties with India, a historical ally of Russia
NEW DELHI (AP) — Ukraine’s foreign minister arrived in New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day visit to boost bilateral ties and cooperation with India, which considers Russia a time-tested ally from the Cold War-era.