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According to the police, during the protest, some employees stole tables and chairs from vendors and used them as barricades to block a pedestrian bridge. Police arrested 18 people at the Microsoft Campus on various charges. The Redmond Police Department, in an X post, wrote that the incident occurred on August 20. “18 arrested for various charges…

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh spells with IMD issuing Orange and Yellow alerts. The death toll has reached 276 and around 366 roads are blocked. Himachal Pradesh monsoon is all set to hit the state yet again. IMD predicted fresh spells of rain over next three days and issued Orange and Yellow alerts across several districts. As…

The man cooked the monitor lizard, recorded the act and posted on Facebook and YouTube. A TouTuber from Odisha was arrested for allegedly cooking the meat of a protected and rare species of monitor lizard in Mayurbhanj, according to a report. The incident came to light after he posted the video of the incident on social media,…

Gestapo in the making, or a step towards justice? Here’s what the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill really proposes. Parliament’s Monsoon Session witnessed high drama on Wednesday as Opposition MPs accused the government of pushing India towards a “Gestapo-style” police state with the introduction of the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025. As Union Home Minister Amit Shah faced…

“Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile ‘Agni 5’ was successfully test-fired from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur in Odisha,” the Defence Ministry said. India on Wednesday carried out a successful test of its Agni-5 ballistic missile from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha, the Defence Ministry said, calling the launch a validation of the country’s strategic capabilities.…

Russia on Wednesday said the S-400 air defence system’s performance in Operation Sindoor was proof of the deep defence cooperation between Moscow and New Delhi, with envoy Roman Babushkin stressing that both countries were ready to work together as they have for decades. The S-400 air defence system, which played a crucial role in the four-day Operation…

On August 21, Kerala will script history as Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan declares it India’s first fully digitally literate state, a milestone born from Pullampara’s pioneering journey and Kudumbashree’s grassroots training. Kerala is set to script history on August 21, with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expected to officially declare it as the first fully digitally literate state…

The all-risk insurance package has been provided by New India Assurance and covers gold, silver and precious stones, personal accident insurance, fire and earthquake risks, and public liability. Mumbai’s wealthiest Ganesh mandal, the GSB Seva Mandal at King’s Circle, has secured a record insurance cover worth Rs 474.46 crore for this year’s festival, significantly higher than last…

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was attacked during a public hearing at her residence by Rajesh Bhai Sakariya, who has been sent to 5-day police remand. Doctors confirmed she is stable, and Gupta vowed to continue her Jan Sunwai sessions. A Delhi court on Wednesday sent Delhi Chief Minister’s alleged attacker, Rajesh Bhai Khimji Bhai Sakariya, to…

These bills are the Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill 2025; the Constitution (One Hundred And Thirtieth Amendment) Bill 2025; and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2025. The government is planning to introduce three bills in Parliament on Wednesday for the removal of a prime minister, a Union minister, a chief minister or a minister…

In the past 10 days, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has repeatedly targeted India for its energy trade with Russia. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has once again taken aim at India’s Russian oil purchases, accusing New Delhi of profiteering at the cost of the West’s sanctions regime. In an interview with CNBC, Bessent described India’s practice…

The monorail services in Mumbai were disrupted between Chembur and Bhakti Park due to a technical snag amid heavy rain. Passengers dialled the civic body helpline number, following which fire officials arrived at the scene and rescued them. All 582 passengers who were stuck inside the Mumbai monorail that was stalled between two stations due to a…

The IAS fraternity expressed solidarity with CEC Gyanesh Kumar after his public spat with Rahul Gandhi and opposition parties over allegations of vote theft in Bihar. The IAS fraternity has strongly condemned abuse and personal remarks against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and his family, following a tense confrontation between the Election Commission and Congress leader Rahul…

While the multi-billion-dollar gaming industry is understandably dismayed by this proposal, there is a strong sentiment within the government that such a move is essential The Indian government is moving to strictly regulate the online gaming industry, with a particular focus on apps that involve money transactions. The union cabinet on Tuesday approved the Online Gaming Bill,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday quoted from a News18 report on the Parliament archives to slam Nehru’s approach in signing the IWT Should I bring a truckful of papers to the Parliament? This is how then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru dismissed the demands of parliamentarians, including senior members from his own party, who questioned him in…

The top court was hearing a batch of pleas seeking guidelines to prevent misuse of POCSO Act in cases where minors engage in consensual relationships. “Love is not penal, and it cannot become one,” the Supreme Court asserted on Tuesday, underlining that young couples, even those just short of attaining majority, must be “left alone” if they…

On July 20, 1858, 20,656 bigha and 19 marla of Rohnat’s private and panchayat land were auctioned for Rs 8,100, leaving villagers with almost no land Rohnat village in Haryana’s Bhiwani district carries a painful legacy from the 1857 freedom struggle. When villagers revolted against British rule, they faced brutal reprisals. Many were killed, and their lands…

The FASTag annual pass, introduced nationwide on August 15, allows private vehicle owners to make a one-time payment of Rs 3,000 for one year’s validity or up to 200 toll plaza crossings. The newly launched FASTag annual pass has crossed the five lakh mark in just four days, reflecting strong demand from highway users, the National Highways…

The move aims to correct a widespread data gap that may unfairly blame stray dogs for all bite incidents, despite cases involving pets. Dog bite cases across India are often indiscriminately attributed to street dogs, but the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) wants to change that narrative. Challenging the assumption that only stray dogs are responsible…

Kapil Singh’s father, Krishan Pal, has demanded strict action against the perpetrators, while his brother, Pradeep, alleged that around 10-12 people were involved in the assault. A disturbing incident unfolded at the Bhuni Toll Plaza in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, where Indian Army soldier Kapil Singh was brutally assaulted by toll staff on August 17. Kapil Singh, who…

The government noted that in order to create a scientific health map of the Ganga, several decisive steps are being undertaken in the new project. The Uttar Pradesh government announced on Monday that, in a historic initiative to chart a course for the Ganga River’s future through its past, the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) had…

Shubhanshu Shukla conveyed the exhilaration and challenges of his groundbreaking journey, which saw an Indian astronaut actively participate in long-duration space operations. A momentous meeting took place in the capital today as Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s pioneering astronaut and Indian Air Force test pilot, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence. In a gesture…

The health department in Kerala’s Kozhikode district has issued safety guidelines after a nine-year-old girl died and two others fell critically ill from amoebic meningoencephalitis. The health department in Kerala’s Kozhikode district issued a warning after three cases, including a death, were reported due to amoebic meningoencephalitis or ‘brain eating amoeba’. A nine-year-old girl died from the…

CJI Gavai made the comment while hearing a petition from the NHAI over the collection of tolls on National Highway 544 in the Thrissur district of Kerala. The Kerala High Court has suspended toll collection on the highway due to its poor condition. Chief Justice of India, Justice BR Gavai, while hearing a petition of the National…

The Central Government has submitted a detailed affidavit defending the autonomy and plenary nature of the role of the President and Governors. The matter will be heard by a five-judge Constitution Bench headed by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Tuesday. A day ahead of a crucial Supreme Court hearing on the Presidential reference concerning the…

Kseniya Alexandrova, a Russian model and a contestant of Miss Universe 2017, died on August 12, due to a freak accident in Tver Oblast, Russia. Kseniya and her husband were on their way to Rzhev on July 5 when an elk darted at them suddenly on the road. The husband shared that the 30-year-old model was “covered…

The scheme was uncovered when the intended recipient reported a suspicious parcel to the police. Inside was a 2-kg IED designed to detonate upon plugging in. A 20-year-old electrician from Chhattisgarh attempted to murder a woman’s husband by sending an explosive device hidden in a music speaker as a gift. The accused Vinay Verma was allegedly obsessed…

An Indian vlogger’s video from Japan’s Nagoro village — known for having dolls instead of real residents — has gone viral. The eerie clip shows life-sized figures posed as if going to school, working, or socialising, making the village feel like a “ghost town.” Netizens reacted with a mix of fascination and unease, calling the place both…

The Delhi govt warned that the Yamuna River’s water level could rise above the danger mark due to incessant rain. Precautionary measures are being taken as flooding risks increase. The Delhi government on Sunday issued an advisory warning that the Yamuna River’s water level could rise above the danger mark in the next two days. According to…

A UK teenager was convicted of killing an Indian-origin student’s newborn boy in a car crash. He was given a jail term of 13 years for the crime. The man who hit an Indian-origin pregnant student and killed her newborn baby in the UK has been sentenced to 13 years of imprisonment, according to local media reports.…

The latest threat comes against the backdrop of a spate of similar incidents in the national capital in recent months. Several schools in the national capital received bomb threats on Monday morning, prompting immediate evacuations and large-scale security checks. According to officials, Delhi Public School (DPS) Dwarka, Modern Convent School and ShreeRam World School in Sector 10,…

The incident happened on Saturday evening when a Safari vehicle (canter) broke down in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park. Twenty tourists were stranded in the Ranthambore National Park after their safari vehicle broke down, and the guide abandoned them mid-route in the forest to retrieve another vehicle and never returned. The incident happened on Saturday evening when a…

Chandrashekhar, a resident of Uttar Pradesh, worked as a labourer in Jaipur. A 35-year-old man was killed after an SUV ran him over during a road rage incident in Jaipur on Saturday. Chandrashekhar, a resident of Uttar Pradesh who worked as a labourer in Jaipur, was caught in the middle of a clash between two groups after…

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returned to Delhi after NASA’s Axiom-4 mission. Greeted by leaders and family, his ISS journey marks a proud step for India’s space ambitions and future Gaganyaan mission. India’s space ambitions touched home ground on Sunday, August 17, after astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla arrived in Delhi after successfully completing NASA’s Axiom-4 (AX-4) mission to the International…

At Civil Hospital in Thane, 11-year-old Siddhu Suhas Munda was admitted with chest injuries. Seventeen Govindas, including seven minors aged between 5 and 17, sustained injuries during the Dahi Handi celebrations in Thane. At Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital in Kalwa, the injured included Chandan Jaiswar (23) with a waist injury, Akshay Sharma (26) with a right-hand injury,…

The Court directed Delhi Police to ensure safety of a couple that had eloped and married against family wishes. The Delhi High Court recently ordered the Delhi police to extend protection to a couple who claimed that they were facing threats after they eloped and married against the wishes of the woman’s family [Prince Tyagi And Anr…

Several houses were buried under rubble and floodwaters in the Ghati area, officials said. Damage was also reported on the Jammu–Pathankot National Highway. Rescue teams are at the spot. At least seven people were killed and five injured after two separate incidents of cloudburst and landslide in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district, days after a similar incident…

Commuters can now zip between Noida and Delhi Airport in just 20 minutes as PM Modi inaugurates the UER-II and Dwarka Expressway. The new corridors will ease traffic and connect seven key cities across Delhi-NCR. Travelling from Noida to Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport has just become far smoother and faster. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two…

Flash floods triggered by torrential rains have killed over 280 people in India and Pakistan and left scores of others missing, officials said Friday, as rescuers brought to safety some 1,600 people from two mountainous districts in the neighboring countries. Flooding began a day earlier in Indian-controlled Kashmir and spread to the north and northwest in Pakistan,…

The heavy overnight rainfall resulted in waterlogging across several low-lying stretches, particularly in suburbs prone to flooding. Waterlogging was reported in Sion-Kings Circle, Bandra, Andheri, Vashi and Vasai-Virar. Local train tracks can be seen submerged at Sion station amid heavy downpours. Vehicles can be seen wading through waterlogged roads in Bandra and Andheri. Mumbai woke up to…

Senior lawyers INDIA TODAY spoke to opined that with the previous bench, of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan, not hearing the other side, the principle of natural justice had not been served In what is being viewed as a rarity, a case of suo motu cognisance of a matter has been taken away from a court…

“Popularity cannot be a shield for impunity… Celebrities serve as social role models – accountability is greater, not lesser,” SC warns in Darshan bail case judgment The Supreme Court, by cancelling Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa’s bail in the Renukaswamy murder case, has sent a strong message that celebrity status cannot be used to sway the law. “No…

Among the deceased, 21 have been identified by officials with the help of their Aadhaar cards or mobile phones. Following the incident of a suspected cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Thursday (August 14) which resulted in the deaths of at least five dozen people, authorities are struggling to locate the bodies buried under mounds…

The officials informed that 11 people have been rescued from the site and have been admitted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Six people, including three women and three men, were killed after a portion of a wall collapsed inside the Dargah Sharif Patte Shah, located near Humayun’s Tomb complex in Delhi’s Nizamuddin area on Friday…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday marked his 12th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort ramparts, breaking former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s record of 11 straight speeches. On the 79th Independence Day, he unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at making India self-reliant, technologically advanced, and economically stronger — with the clear goal of becoming…

The revision comes after a massive pushback from customers and days after one of the largest banks in the country raised the MAB requirement from Rs 10,000 to Rs 50,000 for new customers in urban areas ICICI Bank has partially reversed its minimum average balance (MAB) requirements from Rs 50,000 to Rs 15,000 for new customers in…

Social media went on over-drive after the news of Arjun Tendulkar taking a major step in his personal life surfaced. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun Tendulkar got engaged to Saaniya Chandok in a private ceremony, sources confirmed to NDTV on Wednesday. Social media went on over-drive after the news of the young cricketer taking a major…

The Court passed the order on a plea filed by the Nitish Katara murder case convict, Sukhdev Pehalwan. The Supreme Court recently ordered State governments and Union Territories (UTs) across the country to release all convicts who are still in jail despite completing their sentences [Sukhdev Yadav @ Pehalwan v. State of NCT of Delhi]. In a…

“Earlier, one used to use cars for 40-50 years. Now still vintage cars are there…” the Bench remarked orally. The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed that no coercive action be taken against owners of diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years in Delhi [MC Mehta vs. Union of India]. A Bench…

According to official figures compiled by the State Disaster Management Department, over 1,000 people have died in such incidents in the last 10 years alone The sacred land of Uttarakhand, often called Devbhoomi for its spiritual significance, has been trapped in a decade-long spiral of devastation. Between 2015 and 2024, the state endured a relentless barrage of…

CM Dhami sanctioned Rs 1.3 lakh each from the State Disaster Relief Fund to 15 families in Sainji village whose houses were completely destroyed Uttarkashi Flash Foods: Rescue operations continued on Thursday in the high-altitude villages of Dharali in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district after a cloudburst led to flash floods. At least five people were killed, and nearly…

In the CCTV footage, the specially-abled woman was seen running in a deserted road for her life as the bike-borne men chased her at night. In a shocking incident, a 21-year-old specially-abled woman was allegedly raped on a fairly deserted road, at a kilometre distance from the residences of top police personnel in Uttar Pradesh’s Balrampur, according…

Maneka Gandhi, a prominent animal rights activist, criticised the Supreme Court’s order to remove stray dogs in Delhi-NCR, deeming it impractical and financially burdensome. Animal rights activist and former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi has lashed out at the Supreme Court’s recent directive ordering the removal of stray dogs from Delhi-NCR. Calling the order “impractical,” “financially unviable,” and…

India’s top 300 families now control wealth worth over Rs 140 lakh crore, or 40% of the GDP, Hurun-Barclays reports. The Ambanis lead with Rs 28 lakh crore, double the Adanis. The Ambani family, headed by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, possesses a wealth of Rs 28 lakh crore, more than double that of the Adani family at Rs…

A 70-year-old Sikh man was brutally assaulted near a Gurudwara in Los Angeles. As per reports, the elderly person is in a critical state. A 70-year-old Sikh man was brutally assaulted outside a Gurudwara in Los Angeles. According to Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) chief, Jim McDonnell, the suspect who unleashed the brutal act against the elderly…

India’s drive to produce more ethanol is leading its farmers to switch away from growing oilseeds, undermining government efforts in the world’s largest buyer of cooking oils to reduce costly imports. Helped by record corn and rice harvests, New Delhi is using more of the grains to make ethanol and meet its target of blending 20% of…

The Bench said that if any individual or organisation creates obstruction to the exercise, the Court will take strict action against them. The Supreme Court on Monday ordered the Delhi government, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and the New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC) to start removing stray dogs from all localities in Delhi. A Bench of Justices…

In a strong push against the growing stray menace, the Rajasthan High Court and Supreme Court have issued parallel orders for the immediate removal of stray dogs from public roads across multiple cities. The Rajasthan High Court has come down firmly on the issue of stray animals, directing municipal bodies across the state to clear dogs and…

With India now on the list, Indian nationals convicted in the UK can be deported before their appeals are heard. Once sent back, they would continue the appeal process remotely The UK has officially expanded its controversial “Deport Now, Appeal Later” policy to cover 23 countries, including India. This policy empowers British authorities to deport foreign nationals…

The officials said the agency conducted the raids at the residences of several persons, who were formerly associated with the banned Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) in connection with the murder of Sarla Bhat. The State Investigation Agency on Tuesday carried out raids at several places in central Kashmir as part of its investigation into the…

The ED also alleged that in the alleged money laundering linked real estate transaction, Robert Vadra exerted ‘undue influence’ on Haryana government officials through former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda. Robert Vadra, the businessman husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, gave “evasive” replies during questioning in a 2008 “fraudulent” land deal in Shikohpur village of Haryana’s…

The three boys left the school around noon on Saturday but failed to return by the designated time, prompting school authorities to alert the police. Three class 6 students of a prestigious boys’ boarding school in Shimla went missing over the weekend as they stepped out for their weekly outing day. According to the police, the boys…

The Noida police apprehended six individuals from West Bengal’s Birbhum district for allegedly operating a fraudulent “international police” office in Central Noida’s Sector 70. Noida police on Sunday arrested six men for allegedly running a fake “international police” office in Sector 70, Central Noida. According to officials, the men were misleading people through a fake office and…

The notice came days after Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, alleged “vote theft” in Karnataka, Haryana and Maharashtra. Soon after, the Election Commission urged him to either sign a declaration to back his allegations or “apologise to the nation” for making “absurd” claims. The Karnataka chief electoral officer (CEO) on Sunday issued a…

The Air India flight, which was carrying several MPs, including Congress secretary KC Venugopal, hit turbulence shortly after takeoff from Thiruvananthpuram. An Air India flight from Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram to Delhi escaped a mishap when another flight came on the same runway after the flight was diverted to Chennai due to a fault. The flight, AI 2455, which…

Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri Says, ‘He Wants To Expose The Agencies That Want To Hide The Truth’ Through The Bengal Files! Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri is currently promoting his highly anticipated film, The Bengal Files, in the USA through multiple world premieres across various cities. Without teasing or creating controversy, the filmmaker began the promotions silently and respectfully. However,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remark came after the Navy was asked to hold back from a reportedly planned strike on Karachi port during Operation Sindoor. While reviewing the Operation Sindoor with the Indian defence forces’ chiefs amid soaring tensions with Pakistan on May 10, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the efforts of Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi…

Air Force Chief Amar Preet Singh said political will was one of the key reasons for the success of Operation Sindoor With Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh rejecting the Opposition’s charge that ‘Air Force’s hands were tied’ during Operation Sindoor, the BJP has launched a scathing attack on senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of…

There’s something extra unsettling about the words flesh-eating and beach season being in the same sentence. But that’s where we are. A bacterium called Vibrio vulnificus is spreading across five southern states, and it has already been linked to nine deaths this year. It lives in warm, salty, not-super-clear water—the kind you wade into barefoot while holding…

The flash flood that flattened Dharali village this week is the latest in a deadly pattern of natural disasters in Uttarakhand. Flash floods and landslides have claimed 705 lives in the hill state over the past decade, with flash floods alone killing 389, disaster management data shows. As per details accessed by TOI, 316 people lost their…

ICICI Bank has increased the average minimum balance requirement for savings accounts opened on or after August 1 ICICI Bank Increases Average Minimum Balance: ICICI Bank has increased the average minimum balance requirement for savings accounts opened on or after August 1, 2025. This move is aimed at expanding its premium customer base, a banker told NDTV Profit…

The Supreme Court has stayed a MP High Court order in a property dispute involving Saif Ali Khan’s family over the inheritance of Bhopal’s last Nawab, Hamidullah Khan’s estate. The Supreme Court on Friday granted an interim stay on a Madhya Pradesh High Court order that had remanded a decades-old royal estate dispute, involving the family of…

Just 120 Indian soldiers, led by Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, beat back 5,000 Chinese troopers at Rezang La in 1962, preventing China’s takeover of Ladakh. A search party found frozen bodies of Indian soldiers still holding guns, showing the last stand in which 110 of the 120 Indians were killed. Revisiting the legendary battle of the 1962…

After the incident, villagers rushed to the scene after hearing the screams of the passengers. Authorities have confirmed the deaths of four women and the bus driver. A hard-hitting video of a bus accident from Uttar Pradesh’s Barabanki surfaced on social media, wherein a woman can be seen trapped inside the mangled bus, while some onlookers stood…

The incident happened at Harsil helipad when Dhan Gauri, a resident of Ishanpur in Ahmedabad, went over to the chief minister to express her gratitude for being looked after so well by the state government. Uttarkashi: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhamion Friday was moved by the emotional gesture of a rescued woman pilgrim from Gujarat who…

A fresh round of gunfire at Kapil Sharma’s Kaps Cafe in Canada and an “open threat” from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang have prompted Mumbai Crime Branch to consider questioning the comedian again. The Mumbai Crime Branch is set to speak to comedian Kapil Sharma again following the latest firing incident at his Kaps Cafe in Surrey, Canada,…

Indian Railways has launched its longest freight train, named ‘Rudrastra’, measuring 4.5 kilometers and consisting of 354 wagons powered by seven locomotives. This train completes a 200-kilometer journey from Ganjkhwaja to Garhwa Road in approximately five hours. By linking six rakes into one unit, the Railways enhances efficiency, reducing time and operational costs. Indian Railways has launched…

A couple was allegedly refused entry to a restaurant in Delhi for wearing traditional Indian attire, a video of which has gone viral on social media. In the now-viral video, the couple can be seen narrating their ordeal after being denied entry to the restaurant located in Delhi’s Pitampura area. The couple claimed that, while others were…

Flightradar data showed 105 flights were delayed on Saturday. While 13 flights to the IGI Airport were delayed, 92 outbound flights were also behind schedule. Delhi and its neighbouring areas received heavy rain, bringing a respite from the humidity and leaving several areas of the capital waterlogged. The IMD has issued a red alert for the city.…

Days after US President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff on Indian exports, citing Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil, PM Modi invited Putin to visit India later this year for the Annual Bilateral Summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the phone. In their conversation, the Russian President briefed…

The Income Tax Bill 2025, which was introduced in the Lok Sabha on February 13 to replace the Income Tax Act, 1961, has been formally withdrawn. The Income Tax Bill, 2025, which was introduced in the Lok Sabha on February 13 to replace the existing Income Tax Act, 1961, has been formally withdrawn. A new version of…

Former US Undersecretary of Commerce for International Trade and senior foreign policy expert, Christopher Padilla, has warned that the ongoing trade tensions could pose a risk of long-term damage to the India-US relationship. “I’m concerned that for the sake of short-term issues, we’re putting this relationship at risk,” Mr Padilla told IANS. He also feared that “there…

On August 7, a day before the meeting with Manturov, NSA Ajit Doval held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Russia’s Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu. Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov held a meeting with India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Kumar Doval, focusing on defense and strategic cooperation between the two countries, the Russian…

Indian authorities have banned 25 books in Kashmir that they say propagate “false narratives” and “secessionism” in the disputed region, where strict controls on the media have escalated in recent years. The ban threatens people with prison time for selling or owning these works by authors such as Booker Prize-winning novelist and activist Arundhati Roy, constitutional expert…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva emphasised the significance of multilateralism and the need for cooperation in addressing trade challenges. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva spoke on phone on Thursday amid US President Donald Trump’s tariff war against both nations. During the call, which…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday categorically stated that India “will not compromise” and “is ready to pay the price for the same.” United States President Donald Trump ruled out the possibility of trade negotiations with India unless the tariff dispute is resolved. Trump’s remark comes ahead of the US team’s scheduled visit to India for later…

The United States overtook Bangladesh in 2024 to become India’s top source of foreign tourists, with over 18 lakh visitors — nearly 1 in every 6 Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs). A total of 26,625 Pakistanis visited India in 2024 — the highest since 2022 — Tourism Ministry data presented in the Rajya Sabha shows. In contrast, 30,620…

In Gurugram, an upscale suburb just outside Delhi, gleaming SUVs, futuristic skyscrapers and neat apartments stand in stark contrast to nearby mosquito swarms, trash heaps and tarpaulin shanties. Inside the gated compounds live some of India’s richest, while in the slums nearby live poor migrant workers – mostly domestic helpers, garbage-pickers and daily-wage workers – who keep…

Though the ice cream mimics the flavour of human breast milk, it does not actually contain any. A parent product company and a boutique ice cream brand in the United States have collaborated to introduce a new ice cream flavour that has been raising eyebrows across the internet – one that’s designed to taste like breast milk.…

Hailing India as an “incredibly fast-growing” market, Altman noted the remarkable pace at which Indian citizens and businesses are adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI). India, currently OpenAI’s second-largest market, could soon become its largest globally, CEO Sam Altman said on Wednesday as the company unveiled its next-generation model, GPT-5, which will be available free to all users. Hailing…