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India is set to commission INS Jatayu at Minicoy islands in Lakshadweep, aiming to strengthen its maritime infrastructure amidst geopolitical shifts in the Indian Ocean Region. This move comes amidst the Maldives government's tilt towards China, prompting India to bolster its presence strategically

"There will be no Indian troops in the country come May 10. Not in uniform and not in civilian clothing. I state this with confidence," Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu said, on a day he signed an agreement with China for free military aid.

Governed by the Wassenaar Arrangement—an international agreement aimed at controlling the proliferation of items for both civilian and military uses—the transport of CNC machines is strictly regulated, with India actively participating in the agreement.

As China's Belt and Road Initiative faces scrutiny for its underwhelming outcomes and negative repercussions, a new report underscores the need for alternative strategies to promote economic development and mitigate geopolitical risks in emerging markets.

Jaishankar emphasized the positive changes in India's relations with neighboring countries, pointing out instances where India provided aid, vaccines, and made exceptions to its rules in response to various demands.

Chinese Embassy responds to the interception of a dual-use consignment bound for Pakistan at Mumbai's port, denying proliferation concerns and emphasizing their commitment to international obligations.

Security agencies at Mumbai's Nhava Sheva port intercepted and confiscated a consignment from a ship bound for Karachi from China. The consignment was found to contain dual-use items with implications for Pakistan's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, prompting the seizure.

The consignment, featuring a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine by an Italian company, underwent scrutiny by customs officials and a DRDO team, certifying its potential use in critical parts for Pakistan's missile development.

Taiwan'sChunghwa Telecom fell victim to a significant cyber attack, leading to the theft of 1.7 terabytes of data, as announced by the hackers on the dark web.

In a significant regulatory update, China has expanded its State secrets law to now include 'Work Secrets,' causing heightened apprehension among foreign businesses about the potential implications and impact on operations within the authoritarian Asian country.