Category: India

Two Indian crew members aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship are healthy and asymptomatic following a hantavirus scare. The vessel anchored off Spain’s Canary Islands, and the two Indians have since been evacuated to the Netherlands for quarantine and health monitoring. …

Two Indian crew members aboard the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius have been evacuated to the Netherlands for quarantine, confirmed healthy and asymptomatic by the Indian Embassy in Spain. The Dutch-flagged vessel experienced an outbreak after anchoring off the Canary Islands. The WHO advised a risk-based approach for managing contacts, noting limited…

India and UAE are finalizing an agreement to facilitate the evacuation of Indian workers via Fujairah port, a move likely to be signed during PM Modi’s upcoming stopover. This pact addresses potential disruptions from the West Asia conflict, offering a crucial maritime route for over 4 million Indian workers in…

Amid global energy disruptions, PM Modi urged Indians to conserve foreign exchange by reducing reliance on imported fuel. He advocated for public transport, work-from-home, avoiding overseas trips and non-essential gold purchases for a year. The Prime Minister also encouraged farmers to halve chemical fertilizer use and shift towards natural farming….

BJP’s strong performance in Kolkata’s assembly elections, leading in 102 of 144 KMC wards, has sparked speculation about advancing municipal polls. This surge contrasts with Trinamool’s previous dominance, as evidenced by the 2024 Lok Sabha results showing BJP gaining significant ground in the city’s wards. …

Bengal’s new Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, is considering relocating his Kolkata residence to the underutilized Soujanya complex in Alipore. Police have assessed the security at the palatial building, constructed for VVIPs. Adhikari, who has emphasized accessibility at his ancestral home, may opt for the more centralized Soujanya due to security…

Government has opened highway project bids to venture capital, private equity, infrastructure, and pension funds, a significant policy change. This move aims to attract substantial private investment by allowing these financially robust entities to partner with experienced construction firms. …

Indian Railways faces increased electricity costs following a Supreme Court ruling. The court declared the national transporter a “consumer” under the Electricity Act, making it liable for cross-subsidy and additional surcharges on open access power. This decision impacts the railways’ operating ratio and power procurement expenses, overturning previous exemptions. …

A mutual fund distributor, a long-time BJP supporter, shared how Rahul Gandhi maintained a professional relationship despite political differences. Gandhi humorously responded, urging faster investment returns. This light-hearted exchange garnered significant attention online, with many praising the civility and humor, while some questioned the professional ethics of revealing the client…

Two Indian crew members aboard the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius, which anchored off Spain due to a hantavirus scare, are confirmed healthy and asymptomatic. Evacuated to the Netherlands for quarantine, their well-being is being closely monitored by Indian authorities in coordination with Spanish officials. This incident highlights global health…

Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala criticized Prime Minister Modi for his remarks on the Kerala CM selection delay, pointing out the BJP’s own 50-day wait in Delhi. He emphasized the Congress’s democratic process versus the BJP’s ‘authoritarian’ approach. Consultations are ongoing, with a decision expected soon after discussions with leaders and…

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay convened his inaugural Secretariat meeting, focusing on law and order ahead of the Assembly session. Bengaluru experienced a security scare with gelatine sticks found near PM Modi’s event venue. Iran responded to a US proposal via Pakistan amidst Strait of Hormuz tensions. Vijay’s swearing-in, beginning with…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for careful use of petrol, diesel, and gas. He stated that reducing reliance on imported fuel will help India manage the ongoing war’s effects. The Prime Minister also highlighted India’s focus on energy security and investments in solar power. Several infrastructure projects worth around Rs…

The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Sunday expanded its cabinet ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, inducting several new ministers and strengthening its administrative team at Jan Bhavan in Lucknow. …