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IWT: Why India’s Most Measured Response Deserves Benefit of Doubt

The abeyance is arguably the most measured lever available to New Delhi short of kinetic force, and the least costly to the international order it is accused of destabilising, writes Dr Rakesh

May 6, 2026

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Op Sindoor: India’s Shift to Multi-Domain Warfare and New Doctrine

Operation Sindoor was not just an act of revenge or a conventional military strike, but it was a multi-domain exercise that transformed India’s image into a decisive and proactive power capable of

May 5, 2026

Asia News·Defence·India News

US Steps Up Nepal Push As Envoy Holds Key Talks

US envoy Sergio Gor visits Nepal to boost economic cooperation, focusing on trade, technology and investment, amid shifting aid dynamics and rising strategic competition in South Asia. reports Asian Lite Newsdesk Nepal

May 2, 2026

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India Aids, China Bargains In Regional Energy Showdown

Oil crisis exposes contrasting India and China approaches, as New Delhi sustains neighbours while Beijing faces criticism for leveraging energy supplies for geopolitical influence, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk The energy crisis triggered

May 2, 2026

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UK Tests New Missile Shield Against Iranian Drones

UK tests Skyhammer interceptor missiles in Jordan, boosting defences against drone threats as Defence Minister Luke Pollard strengthens security ties with Gulf partners during regional visit, reports London Daily Newsdesk The UK

May 2, 2026

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UAE Calls For Unconditional Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz

UAE urges immediate reopening of Strait of Hormuz, warning Iran’s actions threaten global trade, energy security and maritime stability, as international pressure mounts at the UN, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk United Arab

May 2, 2026

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US Bypasses Congress To Arm Middle East Allies

US advances $8.6 billion arms sales to Middle East allies while declaring end of Iran hostilities, as Donald Trump balances diplomacy with threat of renewed military action, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk The

May 2, 2026

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India Eyes Maritime Hub In Nicobar Amid Green Concerns

India pushes ahead with Great Nicobar mega project to boost maritime power, but political opposition warns of ecological damage and risks to indigenous communities and biodiversity, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk India’s ambitious

May 1, 2026

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The Cost of Entry: What Foreign Banks Really Face in China

Foreign banks have been in China for decades, and in some cases for over a century. Yet their share of the banking system remains marginal. Even today, foreign banks account for only

April 29, 2026

Business·China·Economy

UAE Leaves OPEC To Reshape Energy Future

UAE exits OPEC and OPEC+, signalling a strategic shift towards energy independence, flexible production, and long-term market positioning amid rising global demand and geopolitical uncertainty, reports Asian Lite Newsdesk The United Arab

April 28, 2026

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