Category: India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu extended warm Eid-ul-Fitr greetings, emphasizing brotherhood and peace. Celebrations unfolded across the nation following the sighting of the Shawwal moon, marking the conclusion of Ramazan. Devotees gathered at Delhi’s Jama Masjid for special prayers, with vibrant scenes of community spirit and festive…

Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Singhania sustained minor injuries in a speedboat accident in the Maldives. He is recovering in a Mumbai hospital. Two other Indian men, including rally driver Hari Singh, are reported missing, and search operations are ongoing. …

The Union Education Ministry will launch a nationwide initiative through the National Institute of Open Schooling. This program aims to identify and enroll out-of-school children. The goal is to achieve 100% gross enrollment ratio by 2030. Open schooling offers flexible learning options. This drive will focus on marginalized groups. The…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Bahrain’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, discussing regional developments in West Asia. Both leaders condemned attacks on critical infrastructure, emphasizing the need to keep global shipping routes secure and expressing concern over the impact on food, fuel, and fertilizer security….

India has sent a 2.5-ton consignment of medical supplies and equipment to Kabul following a deadly airstrike on a drug rehabilitation center. The shipment aims to support the treatment and recovery of those injured in the March 16 attack, which reportedly killed over 400 people. India reiterated its solidarity with…

Himachal Pradesh is set to introduce a new ‘orphan and widow cess’ on petrol and diesel, with rates capped at Rs 5 per litre. This proposed levy, aimed at creating a dedicated funding stream for welfare measures, will be applied on the initial sale of fuel within the state. …

The government is taking strong action against illegal online gambling and betting. Around 300 websites and apps have been blocked recently. This crackdown follows the Online Gaming Act. Enforcement agencies are working to identify and disable these platforms. The move aims to curb financial fraud and protect users. Over 8,400…

Uttarakhand High Court imposed a gag order on gym owner Mohammad Deepak, restraining him from social media statements amid an ongoing investigation. The court refused to quash the FIR against him, citing his status as a “suspected accused” and deeming his requests for police protection and action against officials as…

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee released the TMC’s election manifesto, accusing the BJP of conspiracies to capture the state and weaken institutions. She unveiled ’10 Protigya’ pledges focusing on welfare, jobs, housing, and infrastructure, promising enhanced financial aid for women and support for youth and farmers. Elections are scheduled for…

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant recused himself from hearing petitions challenging the 2023 law on appointing election commissioners, citing a conflict of interest. The law removed the CJI from the selection panel, a change stemming from a previous Supreme Court ruling. The matter will now be heard by a…

Congress leader Shama Mohamed has expressed concern over the low representation of women in the party’s candidate list for the Kerala assembly elections, with only nine out of 92 tickets allotted to women. She appealed to Rahul Gandhi to intervene and support women leaders in the state unit. The party…

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat asserted that India possesses the capability to end the Middle East conflict, noting global recognition of its peace-promoting role. He attributed wars to selfish interests and dominance, advocating for harmony and India’s traditional philosophy of interconnectedness to restore global balance through dharma. …