Category: India

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared Europe-India political ties are stronger than ever, highlighted by a new Free Trade Agreement and Security and Defence Partnership. This collaboration signals a commitment to dialogue and cooperation amidst global uncertainty, aiming to bolster economic growth and strategic stability for both regions….

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor missed another crucial party meeting, citing a late invitation and pre-planned Dubai travel. Returning from his trip, he stated he would convey his concerns directly to the leadership. Tharoor’s recent praise for Prime Minister Modi has reportedly led to him being sidelined from party activities. …

India’s Principal Scientific Adviser has released a white paper outlining a techno-legal framework for AI governance, emphasizing safe and trusted AI development. The paper advocates for a pro-innovation approach integrating legal safeguards, sector-specific regulations, and technical controls to foster a robust AI ecosystem. …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen gained social media attention for twinning in traditional Eri silk scarves during her India visit. The visit also saw the announcement of a landmark India-EU Free Trade Agreement, hailed as the ‘mother of all deals,’ aiming to deepen…

An Indian national from Gujarat, Dharmesh Chunara, who escaped from Nepal’s Bhadra Jail during last year’s “Gen Z” protests, has been apprehended by Ahmedabad Police. He was caught with 13 kilograms of hybrid ganja valued at approximately Rs 13 crore. Chunara had entered India via the Sonauli border after the…

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah lost his temper at a rally when Youth Congress workers chanted slogans for deputy CM DK Shivakumar. Despite his requests for quiet, the disruptions continued, overshadowing the protest against a new rural employment scheme. This incident highlights the ongoing power struggle between the two leaders within…

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on Tuesday rescued 60 people, including 40 soldiers of a Rashtriya Rifles unit, after they were stranded in a snowbound area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district following heavy snowfall. It also restored road connectivity in the Kandi-Kotranka area of Rajouri district after heavy…

Actor Vijay’s foray into Tamil Nadu politics with his party TVK mirrors past celebrity transitions, but his decision to quit films entirely sets him apart. While his fan base is large and organized, the success of TVK hinges on converting this popularity into votes, a challenge that has tripped up…

Both parties trained guns at one another after the BJP alleged that Rahul Gandhi refused to wear the traditional Assamese scarf given to all the guests at a reception hosted by President Droupadi Murmu. BJP called it an insult to the northeast, with Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma snubbing…

Alankar Agnihotri, a 2019-batch Provincial Civil Service officer, sent his resignation by e-mail to Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Bareilly District Magistrate Avinash Singh, the officials told news agency PTI. The new rules notified by the UGC on January 13 — the Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions…

Sirhind, once a significant historical hub, now lies neglected with its ancient monuments crumbling and forgotten. Despite its rich past, from the era of Prithviraj Chauhan to Guru Gobind Singh’s sons, the town has faded from public consciousness. Archaeological exploration and preservation efforts are minimal, leaving its historical treasures buried…

Republic Day celebrations prominently featured the 150th anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram,’ with performances and tableaux across states. The national song’s significance was highlighted, becoming a focal point for political discourse, particularly between the BJP and TMC ahead of West Bengal’s assembly polls. Gujarat and Chhattisgarh, among others, showcased tributes to…