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IMD Issues Cyclone Alert for Andaman and Nicobar Islands Amid Intensifying System

Cyclone Alert Issued as Andaman Islands Prepare for Intense Rainfall

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have been placed on high alert after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported the development of a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal. The system, expected to intensify over the next few days, may bring heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and hazardous marine conditions, prompting warnings to residents, fishermen and tourists across the archipelago.

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India France Sign Defence R and D Pact to Boost Next-Gen Military Technologies

India–France Defence R&D Pact Strengthens Strategic Partnership

India and France have further deepened their long-standing defence partnership with the signing of a comprehensive technical cooperation agreement focused on joint research and development. The pact formalises collaboration between India’s Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and France’s Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) and is expected to accelerate the development of next-generation defence systems through shared scientific expertise and high-end technology exchange.

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Nitish Kumar Set for 10th Term as Bihar Chief Minister

Nitish Kumar to Be Sworn In as Bihar Chief Minister for the 10th Time

Nitish Kumar is set to take oath as Bihar’s Chief Minister for the 10th time, marking a remarkable milestone in his long and influential political career. His leadership within the JDU–NDA coalition has helped secure a decisive mandate, reinforcing his position as one of India’s most enduring state leaders.

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US Elevates Saudi Arabia to Major Non-NATO Ally Status

US Elevates Saudi Arabia To Major Non-NATO Ally Status

The United States has formally elevated Saudi Arabia to the status of a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA), marking a significant deepening of the strategic partnership between Washington and Riyadh. The announcement was made during the visit of Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, at the White House, where both sides signed multiple defence, security and economic cooperation agreements. 

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World COPD Day 2025 Warns Against Misuse of Rescue Inhalers

World COPD Day Highlights Risks of Rescue Inhaler Misuse

World COPD Day, observed every year on the third Wednesday of November, aims to raise global awareness about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)—a major respiratory condition that significantly affects quality of life. The 2025 theme, “Short of Breath, Think COPD,” emphasises early detection and adequate management to prevent severe complications.

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