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On Feb 28, the EPFO had kept the widely watched metric of middle-class savings unchanged at 8.25% despite global financial uncertainties, following which the decision had been sent to the finance ministry for concurrence. New Delhi The Centre has ratified the decision of the trustees’ board of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), the state-run retirement fund…

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) swiftly initiated rescue efforts, deploying ships and aircraft in the vicinity to provide aerial support.Out of the 24 crew members on board, nine have already abandoned the vessel and are currently safe in liferafts. A large-scale rescue operation is underway after the Liberia-flagged container vessel MSC ELSA 3 developed a severe 26-degree…

The MEA said changes in the ground situation, such as advancements in engineering, the effects of climate change, and the melting of glaciers, make it necessary to renegotiate the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty. India’s decision to put the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance follows Pakistan’s disregard for the guiding principles of the agreement, including friendship and goodwill,…

Cyclone ‘Shakti’ Name: A low-pressure system over the Arabian Sea is likely to intensify into a depression and may soon be named Cyclone ‘Shakti’, as per IMD. The storm is expected to bring heavy rains to coastal Maharashtra and Goa, with red alerts already issued. As monsoon clouds gather over India’s west coast, a brewing system in…

Heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds and thunderstorms battered Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) early Sunday. Although the rainfall provided a much-needed respite from the sweltering summer heat, it caused significant disruptions by causing waterlogging and flight delays. Several roads and underpasses were waterlogged, leading to traffic. More than 100 flights were affected due to…

A case has been registered against BJP leader Manohar Lal Dhakad, after his alleged obscene video with a woman has gone viral. The police has taken cognisance of the matter and registered an FIR. The objectionable video allegedly of Manohar Lal Dhakad, from Madhya Pradesh’s Mandsaur, in a compromising position with a woman on the Delhi-Mumbai 8…

South Indian Bank donated the kiosk machine to TTD at Sri Kodandarama Swamy temple in Tirupati. Tirupati: A private bank on Friday donated a kiosk machine to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), which can enable devotees to donate up to Rs 1 lakh through QR code transactions. TTD is the official custodian of Lord Venkateswara temple here. South…

Inspector Dinesh Kumar of Utawad police station said that on the information of the intelligence department, a raid was conducted and 59 alleged Bangladeshis were taken into custody from the brick kiln. Palwal police arrested 59 Bangladeshi nationals, including women and children, allegedly staying without any legal documents during a raid at a brick kiln in the…

The IndiGo flight crew initially sought permission to divert to Pakistan’s airspace but were denied. They subsequently navigated toward Srinagar while managing significant technical alerts and manual flying due to challenging conditions with the help of the IAF. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has shared details of how the IndiGo flight from the national capital…

Speaking at a joint press conference in Berlin alongside his German counterpart, Johann Wadephul, Jaishankar said, “India has zero-tolerance for terrorism. India will never give in to nuclear blackmail.” External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday reaffirmed India’s firm stance against terrorism, declaring that the country will “never give in to nuclear blackmail” while addressing cross-border links…

In the advisory, hospitals have been directed to ensure the availability of beds, oxygen, vaccines, and essential medicines, along with proper functioning of equipment The Delhi government on Friday issued an advisory to hospitals and health centres, asking them to step up preparedness for Covid-19. The advisory from the health department comes amid a small but noticeable…

In a narrow street made narrower by rows of parked motorbikes, businessmen sitting cross-legged on the sidewalks or perched on the motorbikes, are conducting business with their clients. The tools of their trade are basic — trays lined in velvet, tweezers, and magnifying glasses. Their wares are anything but. These men in Surat, a city in the…

Top defence sources said more than 170 terrorists were killed in the May 7 strike on the nine terrorist headquarters in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) Operation Sindoor led to over 200 casualties on the Pakistani side, including nearly 42 of their military personnel, top defence sources have told CNN-News18. Several Indian women pilots were part of…

Calling out Pakistan’s double standards, India says a nation that shelters terrorists and kills civilians cannot preach about protecting human rights at the global stage. India on Friday launched a sharp attack on Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), accusing its neighbour of deliberately targeting civilians and supporting terrorism, including by using civilian spaces as…

The crackdown continues on candidates who secured appointments in the 69,000 teacher recruitment process using forged documents. District-level dismissals are ongoing, with authorities verifying credentials post-appointment. Protesting candidates, particularly from reserved categories, have now demanded action against departmental officials accused of facilitating these irregularities. Amrendra Patel, leading the protest, stated that the number of ineligible candidates is…

The Delhi High Court on Friday reserved its verdict on the plea challenging the Central government’s decision to revoke the security clearance to Turkish ground handling and cargo operator Çelebi Airport Services India which led to the termination of its services by Delhi and Mumbai airports. The government’s decision followed the recent four-day Indo-Pak military conflict during…

The release of Kantara in 2022 created a success phenomenon of its own, setting a new benchmark in the entertainment industry. Emerging as the biggest blockbuster, the film changed the landscape of storytelling with its compelling narrative rooted in the heartlands of India. This has laid the perfect foundation for Kantara: Chapter 1, which is the most…

A recent survey has revealed that 22 per cent of households in Maharashtra currently have one or more individuals with symptoms of Covid/flu/viral fever. Amid India seeing a renewed flurry of Covid-19 cases, sights of people resorting to face masks and sanitisers is also making a comeback. Amidst all this, a video has emerged of Mumbai Indians…

Members of the Indian community in Abu Dhabi asked multiple questions to the delegates, including on why Pakistan continues to support cross-border terrorism The Operation Sindoor delegation visiting Abu Dhabi told the Indian diaspora that besides the strikes on Pakistan and all-party teams, every citizen is an ambassador for the country and their effort to set narrative…

A CoBRA commando of the CRPF and a Naxalite were killed during an anti-Maoist operation in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district on Thursday, officials said. According to the officials, the operation is ongoing in the Tumrel village area of the district. The operation is being led by the 210th battalion of CRPF’s CoBRA and has troops from Chhattisgarh Police…

The External Affairs Minister earlier spoke to Dutch broadcaster NOS, and said hostilities with Pak had been triggered by the “barbaric attack” in Pahalgam. ‘Stop pretending Pakistan is not involved in terrorist attacks on India’ – External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s point-blank response Wednesday to Dutch daily De Volkskrant’s question about Islamabad insisting it has no knowledge…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a public address in Rajasthan’s Bikaner, addressed the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians. He emphasised India’s swift response, claiming that nine major terror hideouts were destroyed in just 22 minutes as part of Operation Sindoor. In a resolute address from Rajasthan’s Bikaner, a…

“We told Pakistan through DGMO (Director General of Military Operations) that we had exercised our right to respond under Operation Sindoor. We told them after the operation,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at his weekly media briefing. New Delhi, May 22 (PTI) India informed Pakistan about its strike on terror infrastructure early on May 7 after the…

Amid the ongoing tensions with India, Pakistan refused to help an Indian airline in difficult times as one of its flights sought help to avoid turbulence on Wednesday, news agency PTI reported. The incident happened when an IndiGo Airlines pilot on a Delhi-Srinagar flight, which was faced with a sudden hailstorm on Wednesday evening, urged Lahore Air…

The Kapil Sharma Show is mourning the loss of its longtime photographer, Krishna Das, affectionately known as “Das Dada.” A cherished presence behind the scenes, Das Dada passed away recently, leaving the entire cast and crew in deep sorrow. Krishna Das had been an integral part of the show since its inception, capturing countless memorable moments. His…

NEW DELHI: The Rouse Avenue court on Wednesday began hearing the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) prosecution complaint against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others in the National Herald money laundering case. The matter is linked to alleged financial irregularities in the transfer of a Rs 90.25 crore loan from the Indian National Congress (INC) to Associated…

According to him, the KVIC has distributed over 2,29,409 bee boxes and bee colonies across the country, resulting in the production of approximately 20,000 metric tonnes of honey, generating an income of Rs 325 crore for beekeepers. In what is becoming a big success story, beekeepers earn Rs. 325 crore by generating over 20,000 metric tonnes of…

Nearly 100 contestants from across the globe showcased their unique talents with passion and creativity, making this year’s edition one of the most memorable to date, a release from the organisers said. The Miss World 2025 pageant marked an exciting milestone on Wednesday with the announcement of 24 finalists for the much-awaited Talent Competition—one of the most…

Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton on Wednesday said that India was fully entitled to act in self-defence against terrorist locations in Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 people. While speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Bolton emphasised the need for Pakistan to control such activities within its borders,…

Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the chief of Paytm left his followers in splits today, sharing screenshots of his conversation with someone impersonating him. The imposter, a scammer, was out to extract sensitive information about the company’s funds and asked him multiple questions about the funds and contact details of the finance head of the company. He said his…

3,000 Agniveers played a crucial role in India’s air defence during Operation Sindoor, effectively countering Pakistani missile and drone attacks. At least 3,000 Agniveers – barely 20 years old and recruited during the last two years – manned critical weapons and systems integral to the army’s hardy air defence (AD) shield activated during Operation Sindoor, which Pakistan…

A demarche was issued to the Charge d’Affaires of the Pakistan High Commission in this regard, a press release by the MEA said. The Government of India on Wednesday declared another official at the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi “Persona Non Grata” for activities “not in keeping with their official status.” The High Commission staffer has…

Jyoti Malhotra said that she met Danish, the expelled Pakistani diplomat, and he introduced her to Ali Hasan. After this, she met Shakir and Rana Shahbaz, and intelligence officials. Arrested on the charges of spying for Pakistan, YouTuberJyoti Malhotra has reportedly confessed to having met Pakistan intelligence officials during her trips to the neighbouring country. Times Now…

Turkish ground handling and cargo operator Çelebi Airport Services India told the Delhi High Court on Wednesday that by revoking its security clearance, the Central government has put a guillotine on a company which has worked in India for 17 years and employs over 10,000 people. Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi appeared for the company and said Çelebi…

A powerful dust storm swept across Delhi-NCR on Wednesday evening, leading to heavy rains and hailstorms. The sudden change in weather led to widespread disruption, including power outages, traffic jams and tree felling. The storm hit suddenly around 8 pm, reducing visibility drastically as strong winds carrying loose dust blanketed the skies. Several parts of Delhi, Noida,…

An IndiGo flight carrying 227 passengers from Delhi to Srinagar was caught in terrifying mid-air turbulence on Wednesday evening, sending those onboard into a panic and causing visible damage to the aircraft’s nose. Flight 6E2142 was nearing its destination when it was battered by a hailstorm. The pilot declared an emergency with Air Traffic Control before managing…

Mushtaq described her win as a victory for diversity as she collected the prize at a ceremony at Tate Modern along with her translator Deepa Bhasthi, who translated the title from Kannada to English. Writer, activist and lawyer Banu Mushtaq’s short story collection ‘Heart Lamp’ on Tuesday night became the first Kannada title to win the coveted £50,000 International…

Mizoram was on Tuesday declared as the first fully literate state under the Centre’s Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society (ULLAS) initiative. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Lalduhoma at a celebratory event held at the Mizoram University at Aizawl in the presence of Union Minister of State for Education, Jayant Chaudhary, Mizoram education minister…

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday reiterated his claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had intelligence inputs about “trouble” in Kashmir and held the Centre responsible for the death of 26 civilians in Pahalgam on April 22. “Why did those 26 people die in Pahalgam?? It’s because the Modi government didn’t provide security there. I have told…

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert regarding possible rough weather conditions in the Arabian Sea near the coasts of Maharashtra and Goa from May 21 to May 24. A low-pressure area is expected to develop over the sea starting from Wednesday (May 21), which could gradually intensify and move northwards by Saturday (May 24).…

YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra was arrested under espionage charges on May 16. She was booked under sections of the Official Secrets Act and Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita. YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra was recently arrested under espionage charges for her alleged links with Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) and is being probed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Intelligence Bureau…

Asked if the ceasefire is holding and if it is the ‘end of the matter’ for India, JP Singh responded by saying that “the ceasefire is still holding on but we have made it very clear that Operation Sindoor is paused, it’s not yet over”. Calling upon to form an international coalition against terrorism, India’s Ambassador to…

Officials said the arrests were made in wake of the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s Operation Sindoor. At least 12 people, including a Haryana-based YouTuber and a local quack, are among those arrested by Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh police over the last two weeks for allegedly being a part of Pakistan’s spy operations. Apart from YouTuber…

Overnight heavy rain on Sunday claimed the lives of three people in Bengaluru. The downpour sparked civic chaos and a political blame game over the city’s poor infrastructure. Three people, including a nine-year-old boy, were killed in rain-related incidents on Monday as extremely heavy overnight rain brought Bengaluru to its knees on Monday. Shashikala, an employee of…

India’s interception of a Chinese-origin PL-15E missile fired by Pakistan has shocked global defence communities, with countries like France and Japan keen to examine the debris Days after the Indian Air Force (IAF) publicly displayed the wreckage of a Chinese-origin PL-15E air-to-air missile fired by Pakistan, several global powers including the Five Eyes nations, along with France…

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast predicting a wet week for various regions across India, featuring widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds until Saturday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a wet week for India with widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds until Saturday. While no significant change in maximum temperatures across…

Indian health authorities are monitoring rising COVID-19 cases in Singapore and Hong Kong while asserting that the situation in India is stable. Health authorities in India are keeping an eye on reports of a rise in COVID cases in Singapore and Hong Kong even as official sources on Monday asserted the current coronavirus situation in the country…

India is not a dharamshala (a public shelter) to accommodate refugees from across the world, observed the Supreme Court on Monday while declining to extend relief to a Sri Lankan national who was facing deportation. A bench Justices Dipankar Datta and K Vinod Chandran was dealing with a plea challenging a Madras High Court order directing a…

The Delhi High Court on Monday heard plea filed by Turkish ground handling and cargo operator Çelebi Airport Services India challenging the Indian government’s decision to revoke its security clearance. Justice Sachin Datta will continue hearing the case on Wednesday. Appearing for the Central government, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta expressed national security concerns over the firm, stating,…

The interim deal will likely cover areas including market access for industrial goods, some farm products and addressing some non-tariff barriers, such as quality control requirements, the people said, asking not to be identified because the discussions are private. India is discussing a US trade deal structured in three tranches and expects to reach an interim agreement…

The Customs officials seized 36 exotic reptiles from a passenger who landed at the Mumbai international airport from Bangkok and arrested him. They include 28 live, two dead orange-bearded dragons, and six white iguanas. The passenger was intercepted by officials on Sunday night after they noticed unusual movement in his bag during scanning, an official said. A…

HYDERABAD: A century-old three-storey Hyderabad building close to the iconic Charminar caught fire early Sunday, killing 17 members across three generations of a jeweller’s family that had assembled in their ancestral home for what was to be a weekend get-together. Patriarch Prahlad Modi, whose roots in Gulzar Houz go back to the Nizam era, and eight children…

China helped Pakistan reorganize its radar and air defense systems to more effectively detect India’s deployments of troops and weaponry, Ashok Kumar, director general at the New Delhi-based Centre For Joint Warfare Studies, said in an interview. China provided Pakistan with air defense and satellite support during its clash with India this month, according to a research…

In a shocking incident, a video has surfaced on social media in which a passenger in the Air India flight is complaining of the non-functioning of the air conditioning inside the flight on Sunday afternoon. The passenger is seen in the video sweating heavily claiming that they are sitting inside the flight for over an hour without…

For her second Cannes appearance this year, Nancy Tyagi dazzled in a meticulously handcrafted pearl-embellished mini dress that exuded timeless grace and bold artistry. After making headlines with her dreamy blue gown earlier this week, Nancy Tyagi returned to the Cannes 2025 red carpet with yet another self-stitched masterpiece, this time dazzling in a pearl-embellished mini dress.…

Nimrat Kaur shared the profound impact of losing her father to terrorism at age 11. She reflected on her mother’s hidden struggles and the emotional burden placed on her as the eldest daughter. Nimrat acknowledged the challenges of maintaining strength for her family while longing for childhood freedom. Nimrat Kaur, widely known for her powerful performances in…

A London-based tech professional advised job seekers to highlight their work over academic credentials, like an IIT background, in referral requests, because just the IIT background won’t help. His post sparked mixed reactions online. Read more for details. A tech professional based in London sparked a discussion online after sharing his perspective on how job seekers should…

Malhotra had visited Pakistan several times, including a trip before the Pahalgam terror attack, and had also travelled to China. Two days after the arrest of Hisar-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra on charges of espionage, Hisar superintendent of police (SP) Shashank Kumar Sawan on Sunday said that Pakistani intelligence operatives (PIOs) were grooming her to become an asset.…

When questioned about his comments regarding the protocol lapse at Chaitya Bhoomi, CJI Gavai replied that he is “not fussy” about protocols. The three pillars of democracy – judiciary, legislature and executive – are equal, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai said on Sunday, adding that constitutional institutions must show respect to each other. His remarks came…

Amit Shah said, “Operation Sindoor will be written in golden letters when the history is written on the border safety.” Union Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed that India deployed its indigenously developed BrahMos missiles to dismantle Pakistani air bases during Operation Sindoor. Addressing a gathering in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Amit Shah asserted that Pakistan’s Chinese-supplied air defense system…

The central government on Saturday imposed port restrictions on the import of a few Bangladeshi goods in response to similar curbs placed by Dhaka on certain Indian products last month. Though the Centre’s move to restrict imports of certain goods from Bangladesh via land ports will have an impact on employment and transport revenue in West Bengal,…

Prima facie, a short in the circuit triggered the blaze around 3:45 am at Central Textile Mills, that manufactures Solapuri Chaddar and towels Eight persons, including three women and a child, were killed in a massive fire at a factory in Akkalkot Road MIDC area of Solapur on Sunday, officials said. Prima facie, a short in the…

when the same video, was posted by Kerala Congress’ official handle, it was fact checked by the Press Information Bureau (PIB) Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday, took to micro-blogging website X and shared a video of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar speaking to the media claiming to have informed…

Salman Khurshid, a former External Affairs Minister in UPA government, has been made part of the delegation going to Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan and Singapore. New Delhi: Government on Saturday night announced 59 names for seven multi-party delegations  it will be sending abroad to explain India’s stance on terrorism emanating from Pakistan, after rejecting three of…

Stating that Lord Jagannath’s ‘Mahaprasad’ is highly sacred and considered as ‘Anna Brahma’ (rice soul), the SJTA said in accordance with tradition, devotees should consume the cooked ‘bhog’ by sitting on the floor with gratitude. Puri: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) on Saturday appealed to devotees to show the highest respect to ‘Mahaprasad’, the sacred cooked…

Jyoti Malhotra, who was arrested along with six others for sharing sensitive information with Pakistani agents, operates the YouTube channel ‘Travel with Jo’ and has about 3,77,000 followers. Jyoti Malhotra, the Haryana-based travel vlogger arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan, enjoys wide popularity on YouTube and Instagram and posted several videos of her visits to the neighbouring…

​​The heli ambulance was coming to Kedarnath from AIIMS Rishikesh to rescue a patient. However, before landing at the main helipad of Kedarnath, the heli ambulance developed some technical snag. A helicopter of AIIMS Rishikesh’s heli-ambulance service crash-landed in Kedarnath on Saturday, May 17. The heli-ambulance crash-landed due to damage to the rear part of the helicopter.…

Indian armed forces not only thrashed Pakistan with missiles but also with smart deception when Operation Sindoor was at its peak, according to report. In a move showing strategic superiority and brilliance in a battle situation, the Indian Armed Forces did not just give Pakistan a bloody nose with missiles during Operation Sindoor but also with planning,…

According to police officials, Arman was in contact with Ehsan-ur-Rahim, alias Danish, a staffer at the Pakistan High Commission (PHC) in New Delhi. Nuh police arrested a 23-year-old Arman from his village Rajaka on Friday for allegedly providing SIM cards to Pakistani operatives in India. The police recovered a mobile phone from him and took him on…

Two engineers died after allegedly undergoing a hair transplant treatment at a private clinic here, police said on Friday. According to police, the victims had gone to Dr Anushka Tiwari’s clinic, Empire, for their treatment. The incident came to light when Vineet Dubey’s wife, Jaya Tripathi, filed a complaint on the chief minister’s portal against the clinic.…

As per media reports, the incident occurred on March 16 at the Kali Mata Temple in Sangrur, wherein the man named Amandeep Singh applied the oil on attendees of a camp and he claimed that it would help them combat baldness. In a recent incident, a social media influencer has been denied anticipatory bail by the Punjab…

On the radar were premises of suspects linked with US-based BKI operative and gangster Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passian and his nodes Shamsher Singh Shera alias Honey along with others based in various countries, it said in a statement. Cracking down further on the activities of the banned Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist group, the National Investigation…

The court dismissed a petition on Rohingya deportations as lacking evidence, calling it a “beautifully crafted story,” and tagged it with related cases. The Supreme Court on Friday called a petition alleging that 43 Rohingya refugees were forcibly deported from India and abandoned in international waters was a “beautifully crafted story” that lacked material evidence. A bench…

India plans to revamp Indus canals for the first time in over a century, expanding irrigation capacity amid tensions with Pakistan over the Indus Waters Treaty. India will begin sprucing up a network of Indus canals, beginning with the Kathua, New Partap and Ranbir channels for the first time since they were built over a century ago…

According to park officials, the incident occurred near the Devpura Dam in the Phalodi Range, where a tigress identified as T-2302 has given birth to three cubs inside the pipe. A First Information Report (FIR) has been filed after a video surfaced showing a man dangerously close to tiger cubs at the Ranthambore National Park near Sawai…

Gaya, one of the most famous religiously significant cities of Bihar, will now be officially known as “Gaya Ji”. The development came after the Bihar government on Friday approved a proposal to rename the city. The decision was taken at a meeting of the state Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The decision was taken because…

According to CAQM, Delhi’s daily average Air Quality Index (AQI) clocked 278 (‘Poor’ category), as per the daily AQI Bulletin provided by the Central Pollution Control Board. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Friday invoked restrictions under Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) with immediate effect in Delhi and surrounding National Capital…

Turkish ground handling and cargo operator Çelebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd has filed a plea in the Delhi High Court challenging the Indian government’s decision to revoke its security clearance. The case was mentioned for urgent hearing on Friday and the Court is expected to hear the case on Monday (May 19). According to a report…

Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter’s Netflix drama, The Royals, has created a significant buzz ever since it released on the OTT giant. Within five days, the royal drama is trending at number 1 spot on Netflix in the top 10 non-English shows of the week in seven countries, including India, Bangladesh, Maldives, Oman, UAE, and Mauritius. Additionally,…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh claimed that money from IMF loan is being diverted to rebuild the terrorist infrastructure destroyed by India. Addressing soldiers at a military base in Gujarat, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh offered a stark warning about the Pakistan government’s plans to “spend tax collected from its citizens” to give compensation to Masood Azhar, designated an…

The 48-member cross-party delegation will present India’s evidence against Pakistan and New Delhi’s stance to foreign governments and institutions while travelling to various countries from May 22 to June 1. In a massive diplomatic push, the government led by Prime Minister Loksabha has decided to dispatch multi-party MP delegations to key world capitals to expose Pakistan’s hand…

The Air Force used pilotless target aircraft to provoke Pakistani radars and air defence systems into action. Once they were activated, India deployed drones to disable and damage those systems. This move paved the way for further missile attacks using BrahMos and Scalp cruise missiles. In a powerful counter-strike, India launched around 15 BrahMos missiles and other…

Jaishankar said, “Between India and the US, trade talks have been going on. These are complicated negotiations. Nothing is decided till everything is.” External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that trade talks between India and United is ongoing, and India expects a “mutually beneficial trade deal”. Interacting with reporters on the sidelines of an event…

The PIB fact check team clarified that Jaishankar was being misquoted and had not made any such statement The Fact Check Unit of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) on Thursday dismissed claims that External Affairs Minister Jaishankar said India had informed Pakistan ahead of Operation Sindoor, New Delhi’s military response to the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam…

A video clip has emerged showing a conversation between Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist Amir Nazir Wani and his mother, during which she pleaded with him to surrender to the security forces. The exchange took place over a video call shortly before Wani was killed in an encounter in the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. In…

A video of women washing the feet of Miss World contestants at Ramappa Temple in Telangana has sparked controversy. Opposition parties BRS and BJP criticised the act, deeming it disrespectful and humiliating, especially for local women. BRS labelled the incident as “appalling,” while the BJP described it as indicative of a colonial mindset. A video showing women…

Notably, the national capital faced surge in pollutant levels on Thursday as well, with AQI crossing the 300 mark after a severe dust storm, which also affected the visibility. Delhi woke up to bad-quality air on Friday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossing the 300 mark in several areas, according to the Central Pollution Control Board…

‘Creative naming will not alter the undeniable reality that Arunachal Pradesh was, is, and will always remain an integral and inalienable part of India’, MEA’s Randhir Jaiswal said. Even as an uneasy calm has returned on the western front after the flare-up last week, it’s not all quiet on the eastern front again, with China once again…

At least 10 militants were killed in an encounter with security forces near the India-Myanmar border in Manipur’s Chandel district on Wednesday night, the Army Eastern Command said. The operation is still in progress, it added. The gunfight began after the militants opened fire upon the security personnel who were carrying out a search operation in New…

Usually spotted roaming and hunting in forests, the wildlife made a highly unconventional appearance from several thousand feet above ground in this Instagram reel, leaving viewers both amazed and confused. Are you the adventurous one in your group? If you enjoy skydiving for the adrenaline rush, you might want to witness a wild twist, quite literally. A…

The Indian response to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism was deliberate, precise, and strategic. Indian forces, without crossing the Line of Control or international boundary, struck terrorist infrastructure and eliminated multiple threats, a press release by PIB said. The Press Information Bureau, the Nodal agency for communicating to media on behalf of Government of India, in a press release said…

The fake respondent faked an entire compromise from the side of the original respondent, and got a favourable order from the Supreme Court. In a surprising case, the Supreme Court withdrew its ruling in a land dispute case after it found that the favourable verdict was reached through a fake settlement by a “ghost” respondent. A report…

India said on Wednesday (May 14) that it rejects China’s move to rename places in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh where the Asian neighbours share a border, adding that the Himalayan territory was an integral part of India. Beijing has renamed places in Arunachal Pradesh in the past as well and the issue has been an…