North Korea says deal between Putin and Kim requires immediate military assistance in event of war
The deal could mark the strongest connection between Moscow and Pyongyang since the end of the Cold War. A new agreement between Russia and North Korea reached... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNorth Korea's bid to put 2nd spy satellite in orbit fails as rocket explodes
The launch drew rebukes from the North’s neighbors because the U.N. bans North Korea from conducting any such launches, viewing them as covers for testing long-range missile technology. Key Points
India TodayNorth Korea slams South Korea-US drills, warns of military moves
The North's warning came a day after the South Korean and U.S. forces kicked off their annual computer-simulated command post training. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesPutin gifts Russian-made car to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in show of their special ties
North Korea and Russia have boosted their cooperation significantly since Kim travelled to Russia last September for a summit with Putin. Russian President... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRussia-N Korea military partnership causes discomfort in China
Russia's deepening military relationship with North Korea raises concerns for China, especially amid delays in the Siberia 2 gas pipeline. Fearing North Korea's access to Russian weapons technology, China worries about regional stability and its strategic balance against US forces in South Korea. US-China talks on North Korea's weapons program underscore America's push for Chinese intervention. China seeks clarity on Russia-North Korea ties but faces challenges in pipeline negotiations, potentially straining Sino-Russian relations. Key Points
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Putin intends to visit Pyongyang soon, says North Korea
Russian President Vladimir Putin showed his intention to visit Pyongyang soon, said North Korea. Earlier, Putin received an invitation from Kim Jong Un. Key Points
India TodayDelhi: Flights, trains delayed, cancelled amid dense fog, cold wave conditions in North India
Dense fog and cold wave conditions disrupted air and rail traffic in North India. Several flights and trains to Delhi were delayed or cancelled as zero visibility was recorded at Delhi IGI Airport. Key Points
Business TodayNorth Korea says it tested underwater nuclear attack drone in response to rivals’ naval drills
South Korea’s military insists the North has exaggerated capabilities of the drone. North Korea said on Friday it had tested a purported underwater nuclear... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaUS, South Korea and Japan conduct naval drills as tensions deepen with North Korea
Training in waters off South Korea’s Jeju island comes as North Korean leader Kim Jong Un continues a provocative run in weapon testing and threats that has raised regional tensions to their highest point in... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNorth Korean minister in Russia amid concerns over weapon deal
North Korea’s foreign minister lauded comradely ties with Russia on Tuesday ahead of a rare meeting in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who... Key Points
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North Korean ruler Kim Jong-un hires mystery glamorous influencer to promote Masikryong ski resort. These
Russian model Viktoria recently posted a picture of the deserted Masikryong resort in North Korea where she took skiing lessons in English. A 'Kremlin project' to promote North Korea with the backing of Kim Jong-un is suspected. Know in detail why Pyongyang has hired this social media influencer. Key Points
Economic TimesNorth Korea fires suspected long-range ballistic missile into sea in resumption of weapons launches, says South Korea
North Korea fired a suspected long-range ballistic missile into the sea, resuming its weapons testing activities. South Korea and Japan both detected the missile launch and are exchanging information with the US. Key Points
mintKanye's daughter North confesses knowing ‘Santa isn’t real', internet applauds
Kanye West's daughter, North has been known for her unfiltered truthfulness for a while now. The 10-year-old has now admitted to knowing ‘Santa isn’t real.' | Hollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesNorth Korea will try again to launch a military spy satellite in the coming days
Satellite to launch sometime between November 21-30. North Korea told Japan on Tuesday that it will make a third attempt to launch a military spy satellite in the coming days, prompting its neighbours to issue an urgent request for the North not to perform the launch in violation of UN Security Council resolutions. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaNorth Korea's space launch program and long-range missile projects
North Korea has notified Japan of a plan to launch a rocket carrying a space satellite between Nov. 22 and Dec. 1, which would be the third attempt by Pyongyang to put a military spy satellite in orbit after two failures this year. Key Points
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Seoul warns North Korea not to launch a spy satellite and hints a 2018 peace deal could be suspended
North Korea failed in its first two attempts to put a military spy satellite into orbit earlier this year and didn't follow through with a vow to make a third attempt in October. South Korea's military warned North Korea not to go ahead with its planned spy satellite launch, suggesting on Monday that Seoul could suspend an inter-Korean peace deal and resume frontline aerial surveillance in retaliation for a launch. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaExclusive: EBRD backs 4 bln euro plan to wean North Macedonia off coal power
International lenders including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the World Bank are backing a 4 billion euro ($4.35 billion) plan to wean North Macedonia off coal-fired power, the head of the EBRD told Reuters. Key Points
ReutersVolkswagen aims to bring under-$35,000 EV to US in 3-4 years-VW executive
Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) aims to bring an under $35,000 electric vehicle to the U.S. market in 3-4 years, while Chinese automaker Nio said it is still "debating" a 2025 entry into North America, senior executives said on Thursday at a Reuters conference. Key Points
ReutersNorth Korea threatens to respond to anti-Pyongyang propaganda leaflets with a ‘shower of shells’
North Korea is extremely sensitive about any outside attempt to undermine leadership of authoritarian ruler Kim Jong Un. North Korea on Wednesday criticised rival South Korea for removing a law that banned private activists from sending anti-Pyongyang propaganda leaflets to the North, insisting that such activities amount to psychological warfare and threatening to respond with a “shower of shells”. Key Points
The Tribune India'Dad is the best': Kim Kardashian reveals daughter North's most-loved parent
It seems the Kardashians are not shy to speak the truth at all times. Kim Kardashian has revealed the favorite parent of her daughter North and it's not her. Get more details below. | Hollywood Key Points
Hindustan Times
North Korea has likely sent missiles as well as ammunition and shells to Russia, says Seoul
Both Russia and North Korea dismissed weapons shipment accusations as baseless. North Korea has likely supplied several types of missiles to Russia to support its war in Ukraine, along with its widely reported shipments of ammunition and shells, South Korea's military said Thursday. Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSouth Korea’s spy agency says North Korea shipped more than a million artillery shells to Russia
The agency believes North Korea has been operating its munitions factories at full capacity to meet Russian munition demands. South Korea’s top spy agency believes North Korea sent more than a million artillery shells to Russia since August to help fuel Russian President Vladimir Putin's war on Ukraine, according to a lawmaker who attended a closed-door briefing Wednesday with intelligence officials. Key Points
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