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21-05-2025
- Business
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China's CPEC To Be Extended Into Afghanistan
In today's episode of India Global, In a troubling new twist that threatens regional stability and sovereignty, China and Pakistan are now dragging Afghanistan into the controversial China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. It's a project long accused of being Beijing's neo-colonial Trojan horse. In Beijing this week, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar peddled economic promises to Afghanistan's Taliban regime, all under the guise of 'development.' Taliban's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi emphasised the need for a comprehensive solution to the challenges faced by Afghan traders, particularly in exporting agricultural products and other goods. Show Full
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21-05-2025
- Politics
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Asim Munir Becomes Pakistan's Second Field Marshal: Echoes Of Dictator Ayub Khan
In today's episode of India Global, Pakistan Army chief General Asim Munir has been promoted to the topmost military rank of Field Marshal - an honour given only in the rarest of occasions and on achieving a stellar operations record throughout a career in the armed forces. In a surprising, strangely-amusing decision, Pakistan's Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has 'approved' a proposal to promote the army chief. The announcement comes days after a series of military escalations against India, which began with the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. NDTV's Gaurie Dwivedi speaks with Defence Expert Lt Gen Anil Kumar Bhatt (Retd) and Former Ambassador Mahesh Sachdev to discuss this and more. Show Full
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21-05-2025
- Politics
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Muhammad Yunus-Bangladesh Army Chief Tensions On The Boil
In today's episode of India Global, Tensions between Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-uz-Zaman and Interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus have reached a boiling point. What began as a routine law and order meeting has exposed a fierce battle, not just over governance, but the soul of the state. Sources confirm General Zaman's U.S. trip was abruptly cancelled amid fears of Islamist mobilisation near his residence, fueled, allegedly, by Yunus' backers. One man in the shadows: Lieutenant General Mohammad Faizur Rahman, accused of pro-ISI ties and seen as Yunus's insider within the military ranks. The army's not backing down. A major raid in the capital busted an armed criminal gang, part of a broader push by the military to reclaim public confidence. Meanwhile, Yunus faces charges of stalling democratic elections and promoting Islamist-linked figures like Mohammad Azaz, once a top Hizb ut-Tahrir leader. The interim government's credibility is crumbling fast, and the army is watching. NDTV's Gaurie Dwivedi speaks with Senior Bangladeshi Journalist Muktadir Rashid and International Affairs Expert Prof Swaran Singh to discuss this and more. Show Full
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21-05-2025
- Politics
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US, UK, France, EU: Allies Isolate Netanyahu, What's Next For Bibi?
In today's episode of India Global, UK suspended negotiations over a new free trade deal, saying Israel's cabinet ministers' calls to "purify Gaza" by expelling Palestinians were repellent. NDTV's Gaurie Dwivedi speaks with diplomatic correspondent at Israel Hayom Ariel Kahana, and Middle East expert Omair Anas to discuss this and more. Show Full
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21-05-2025
- Entertainment
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India's Banu Mushtaq Becomes First Kannada Writer To Win Booker Prize
In today's episode of India Global, Banu Mushtaq has become the first Kannada writer to win the coveted International Booker Prize on Tuesday in London, along with the 50,000 pound prize pool. She received the honour for her short story collection 'Heart Lamp'. The book was translated by Deepa Bhasthi from Kannada to English. Mushtaq described this as a collective win of diversity while receiving the award at Tate Modern, London. 'Heart Lamp' was amongst the six titles shortlisted by judges. They described the book as witty, vivid and moving. Mushtaq, who has donned multiple hats throughout her life displays a collection of 12 short stories in the book written between 1990 and 2023. The stories reflect her background as a journalist and an advocate while focusing on the indomitable spirit of women fighting for their rights and demanding justice. Show Full
