Succession of next Dalai Lama beyond Chinese control: Report

IANS | May 30, 2026 8:43 PM

Brussels, May 30 (IANS) China’s concerns over the next Dalai Lama stem from the reality that he will not emerge in Beijing’s “shadow” and will be identified through spiritual tradition rather than party decree, thus posing a serious challenge to the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) authority, a report has stated.

Brahmos cruise missile deal with Vietnam already signed: Defence Secretary

IANS | May 30, 2026 6:34 PM

Singapore, May 30 (IANS) Highlighting India's expanding expertise in missile manufacturing and increasing outreach, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Saturday announced that a BrahMos missile deal has already been signed with Vietnam with another similar agreement with Indonesia currently in the final stages.