FBI arrests man for ‘criminal’ U.S. intelligence leaks
The person behind the leak of highly sensitive U.S. government documents relating to the Ukraine war and U.S. allies worked on a military base and shared the material in a private online group. U.S. officials have not confirmed the authenticity of the documents, images of which have circulated on social media platforms for weeks and which have sparked an uproar amongst some U.S. allies since receiving media attention in recent days Key Points
The HinduNitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of IndiaNitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of IndiaNitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of IndiaNitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of India
Nitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of IndiaNitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of IndiaNitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of IndiaNitish's imminent exit, Congress-TMC deadlock leave INDIA gasping
India News: With Bihar CM Nitish Kumar turning his back on the opposition alliance and Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee cutting Congress and its 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' no slack as it enters West Bengal, India bloc appears precariously poised. The unspooling of the India bloc has been put in sharp relief by the JDU chief's U-turn and imminent exit from the alliance, and Mamata's announcement to go it alone in the Lok Sabha elections. The serious instability stemming from the eastern region - Mamata's recalcitrance and Nitish's U-turn - have created complications in the last stretch just when Congress and allies had hoped to seal seat-sharing and joint programmes and hit the campaign trail. Key Points
Times Of IndiaIndia and US being formal allies doesn’t mean unity. Far from it
A formal treaty may actually have negative consequences. The present hugs, backslapping and plenty of economic, financial and technological linkages work just fine. Key Points
ThePrint
Ahead of D-Day, Amit Shah, JP Nadda and Rajnath Singh may coordinate with allies
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is intensifying efforts to form the government swiftly, with top party leaders engaging in discussions on Thursday to outline the government's structure. Senior BJP leaders, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and general secretary BL Santosh, held a crucial meeting at the residence of BJP chief JP Nadda. Additionally, separate meetings were conducted with senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) functionaries to gather insights and perspectives. Key Points
Economic TimesUS Navy chief aims to deter China with Indo-Pacific allies
The US prioritizes the Indo-Pacific, aiming to strengthen alliances against China's maritime expansion. Admiral Lisa Franchetti emphasizes joint efforts with allies, asserting deterrence while addressing ongoing tensions. Amid attempts to stabilize US-China relations, disagreements persist, prompting the US to resume South China Sea patrols with the Philippines. Franchetti emphasizes safe operations within international law, countering recent Chinese actions. Both nations remain vigilant in safeguarding their interests in the region. Key Points
Economic TimesWorld Powers Say They Want to Contain AI. They’re Also Racing to Advance It
The US, China, and others signed a declaration coordinated by the UK warning AI could be “catastrophic.” Yet none seem to be suggesting development of the technology should slow down. Key Points
WIREDUK to take “necessary” steps on government employees using TikTok
The U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said that the government was looking at what its allies were doing regarding state employees and their use of TikTok on corporate and personal devices Key Points
The Hindu