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A Ukrainian soldier helps a wounded fellow soldier on the road in the freed territory in the Kharkiv region, Ukraine, Monday, Sept. 12, 2022.  (AP/PTI)

How Ukraine scripted its rapid counter-attackSubscriber Only

September 15, 2022 08:54 IST

The current counter-offensive by Ukraine is unfolding in two areas — the Kharkiv region in the east, and the southern Kherson region.

Armoured fighting vehicles abandoned by Russian soldiers are seen during a counteroffensive operation of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kharkiv region, Ukraine, in this handout picture released September 11, 2022. (REUTERS)

Why is Ukraine’s Izium victory against Russia significant?Subscriber Only

September 13, 2022 08:18 IST

Izuim had fallen to the Russians on April 1, and has been recaptured over six months later.

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Besides the UK, Charles III is also King of Canada, Australia and New Zealand — how?Subscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:17 IST

These three countries are part of the Commonwealth realm, a group of 14 countries that recognise the British monarch as their head of state.

King Charles III waves to members of the public outside Clarence House, London, after he was formally proclaimed monarch by the Privy Council, Saturday Sept. 10, 2022. (Zac Goodwin/PA via AP)

What’s in a name? King Charles III’s name has loaded history

September 12, 2022 04:59 IST

Some observers thought the new king might prefer a different name because of the historical baggage associated with the two previous British monarchs called Charles.

In this July 5, 1936 file photo, Britain's Princess Elizabeth, right, holds a Pembrokeshire Corgi as her sister Princess Margaret feeds it a biscuit. (AP Photo, File)

What will happen to Queen Elizabeth’s corgis and other dogs?Subscriber Only

September 10, 2022 20:17 IST

A plan may be in place, given the queen’s well-known love for canines that goes back to before her ascent to the throne.

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Who is Camilla, Britain’s new Queen Consort?Subscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:21 IST

King Charles III and Camilla married in 2005, after being in a romantic relationship before and during both their previous marriages.

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Prince William now owns the Oval cricket ground: here’s howSubscriber Only

September 10, 2022 19:40 IST

Charles’s assets that are reportedly worth a billion pounds will now be in William’s name as the heir apparent.

King Charles is officially proclaimed Britain's new monarch

How the UK National Anthem changed back to ‘God Save the King’Subscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:17 IST

In 1952, upon the accession of Elizabeth after her father, King George VI, passed away, the word ‘Queen’ was substituted for ‘King’ at all the relevant places in the anthem. On Friday, the anthem reverted to the ‘original’ version as Charles III became King.

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The challenges facing Britain’s new King Charles

September 10, 2022 14:50 IST

In his first address to the nation as king, Charles signalled a desire for a thaw in relations with his younger son Harry.

Juul products displayed at a smoke shop in New York. (AP Photo)

What is the case against e-cigarette company Juul, and did it promote ‘vaping’ among teens?Subscriber Only

September 10, 2022 12:49 IST

While banned in India, accessing e-cigarettes and vaping is not very difficult, with young people forming a big share of users.

'LONDON BRIDGE IS DOWN' was the code for the death of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II, whenever that happened. A day after the death of the Queen, 96, a gun salute is fired at the Tower of London on Friday. (Reuters Photo)

Charles III is King of Great Britain. Here’s what will happen nowSubscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:12 IST

A public declaration of Charles III as the new King will be made from a balcony above Friary Court in St James’s Palace, by an official known as the Garter King of Arms. The formal coronation of the King will, however, happen only later.

The Queen Consort is usually “crowned with the King, in a similar but simpler ceremony”, according to the royal family’s website. (Carl Court, Pool Photo via AP, File)

Camilla’s designation, Queen Consort: what does it mean, how did she get it?Subscriber Only

September 17, 2022 15:12 IST

The royal family has referred to King Charles III' wife, Camilla, as the Queen Consort. What does Queen consort, Camilla’s title, mean? How did she get it?

Prince Charles is seated next to the Queen's crown during the State Opening of Parliament, at the Palace of Westminster in London, May 10, 2022. (AP/File)

Charles is King, who is next in line for the British throne?Subscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:21 IST

With Queen Elizabeth’s death, her son Charles has ascended the throne. What are the rules of succession? Who's in line after King Charles III?

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The mystery of Queen Elizabeth’s many birthdaysSubscriber Only

September 9, 2022 19:12 IST

In 1952 and 1953, the Government of India first ordered that the UK flag should be flown on govt buildings in Delhi, and then rescinded its decision. But it also mentioned different dates for the Queen's birthday in its orders. There's a story there.

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When will Charles III be proclaimed King — and when will he get to wear the Crown?Subscriber Only

September 9, 2022 18:31 IST

The UK government decides the guest list for the coronation and many world leaders are expected to be present, particularly from countries comprising the Commonwealth of Nations, such as India.

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The British Commonwealth: Its past, present, and post-Queen Elizabeth futureSubscriber Only

September 9, 2022 21:07 IST

One of the reasons the Commonwealth has stayed together has been the affection for the Queen — with her gone, and in the surge of nationalist and anti-colonial sentiment in the former colonies, the future of the Commonwealth is uncertain.

In this June 2, 1953 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II sits on a throne, during her coronation, in London. (AP Photo, File)

Queen Elizabeth’s reign in numbers

September 9, 2022 07:43 IST

Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Thursday, reigned for 70 years, 7 months and 2 days — the longest in the history of what became the United Kingdom.

Queen Elizabeth II dies: Some 4.5 billion notes will have to be replaced. (Reuters Photo/File)

Britain has a new monarch. Here’s how flags, currency, and its national anthem will changeSubscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:18 IST

Queen Elizabeth II dies: As she is laid to rest, several of the things that were associated with — and signified — her reign of more than 70 years will undergo changes.

Victims of unprecedented flooding from monsoon rains receive relief aid organized by the Edhi Foundation, in the Ghotki District of Sindh Pakistan, Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022. (AP Photo/Fareed Khan)

Pakistan floods, and the pulls and pressures of India-Pak disaster diplomacySubscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:21 IST

Pakistan floods: PM Narendra Modi has expressed sympathy. For New Delhi, the decision to offer further help will involve balancing between projecting power as a global responder and managing the ruling party’s domestic political base.

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Operation London Bridge: what is the 10-day process after Queen Elizabeth’s death?Subscriber Only

September 15, 2022 12:21 IST

Operation London Bridge: Queen Elizabeth II's death kicked off a detailed plan, put in place in the 1960s, which meticulously lists the procedures that roll out moments after her death and culminate with her funeral 10 days later.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth arrives at the State Opening of Parliament with Charles, Prince of Wales, in London, Britain October 14, 2019. REUTERS/Toby Melville/Pool/File Photo

Queen Elizabeth dies: The process by which Charles’s accession to the throne is formalised

September 9, 2022 06:39 IST

Queen Elizabeth dies: Charles succeeds to the throne immediately on the death of the monarch. An Accession Council is convened as soon as possible, usually within 24 hours, to proclaim the successor.

This image made from video of still images broadcast in a news bulletin by North Korea's KRT on April 26, 2017, shows what was said to be a "Combined Fire Demonstration" held to celebrate the 85th anniversary of the North Korean army, in Wonsan, North Korea.   (KRT via AP Video, File)

What weapons could North Korea send to Russia?

September 8, 2022 10:03 IST

Here is what is known about North Korea's weapons industry, its stockpiles of conventional ammunition, and its defence exports.

China's President Xi Jinping is expected to meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin during a visit to the neighboring Central Asian nations of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan in September. (AP Photo/Pavel Golovkin, Pool, File)

Why is Xi Jinping’s Central Asia trip important?

September 8, 2022 08:54 IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Uzbekistan this month, in his first overseas visit since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. What are the stakes for Xi going abroad? What do we know about Xi's travel plans?

The fact that the drone can operate in near-space – 20 km to 100 km above the Earth's surface – makes it capable of carrying out satellite-like functions. (Photo: Twitter/@SpokespersonCHN)

China’s fully solar-powered, semi-satellite drone, explainedSubscriber Only

September 7, 2022 18:36 IST

According to Chinese state media reports, the drone took off from an airport in Shaanxi province at 5.50 pm Saturday, had a smooth flight for 26 minutes and landed safely.

Poland's main ruling party leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski, center, attends a wreath laying ceremony marking national observances of the anniversary of World War II in Warsaw, Poland, Sept. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Michal Dyjuk)

World War II reparations: What Poland wants, and why Germany considers the matter ‘closed’Subscriber Only

September 7, 2022 14:19 IST

Poland is demanding €1.3 trillion from Germany for damages caused and crimes committed during the Second World War. Germany has said question of wartime reparations is "closed". A look at what Poland has said, and Germany's stance on the issue

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