Srinagar: A wave of political unrest is sweeping across Jammu and Kashmir as major regional parties take to the streets demanding the immediate restoration of statehood and democratic governance. In a sharp rebuke to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leaders have accused the Centre of running the region through a “remote control” from Raj Bhavan, Read More…
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Amit Shah Creates History as Longest-Serving Union Home Minister in India
New Delhi: Amit Shah has etched his name into the record books by becoming India’s longest-serving Union Home Minister, surpassing BJP veteran L.K. Advani’s tenure. As of August 4, 2025, Shah has served 2,258 days in the high-profile role, overtaking Advani’s record of 2,256 days from March 1998 to May 2004. Since taking charge on Read More…
PM Modi Showcases Farm Reforms as Backbone of India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spotlighted India’s sweeping agricultural reforms as a cornerstone of the country’s march toward becoming a developed nation by 2047. In a recently shared article, the PM underscored how farmer-first initiatives and transformative policies are propelling steady growth in the agriculture sector—laying the groundwork for a resilient, self-reliant, and Read More…
India Eyes Strategic Shift as U.S. Tariffs and EU Sanctions Tighten Grip on Russian Oil Trade
New Delhi: With mounting pressure from U.S. tariffs and European Union sanctions targeting nations trading in Russian oil, India is signaling a potential policy overhaul to safeguard its energy security and national interests. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has hinted that a strategic recalibration may be on the horizon as global geopolitical dynamics grow Read More…
Tragedy in Uttarakhand: Flash Flood Wipes Out Entire Village, 4 Dead, 60 Missing
A massive flash flood in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand has swept away an entire village, leaving at least 4 people dead and 60 others missing. The deluge, triggered by a sudden surge in the Ghirt Ganga river, has caused widespread devastation, with shocking visuals emerging from the scene. The worst-hit, Dharali village, witnessed homes, buildings, Read More…
National Sports Governance Bill Sparks Row: Federations Warn of Govt Overreach, Autonomy at Stake
New Delhi: The National Sports Governance Bill 2025, tabled in Parliament on July 23, has ignited sharp debate across India’s sports landscape. Designed to replace the outdated 2011 Sports Code, the Bill proposes the formation of a powerful Sports Regulatory Board of India (SRBI) to oversee federations, enforce governance norms, and streamline sports administration. However, Read More…
PM Modi to Launch Bengaluru’s Yellow Line Metro on August 10, Kickstarts Phase 3 Expansion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the much-awaited 19.15 km Yellow Line of Namma Metro on August 10, marking a major leap in Bengaluru’s urban mobility. This ₹5,056.99 crore corridor will connect R.V. Road in Jayanagar to Bommasandra, cutting across major residential and commercial zones like BTM Layout, HSR Layout, Jayadeva Hospital, and Read More…
India Post to Retire Registered Post After 50 Years, Merges with Speed Post from September 2025
New Delhi: In a major transformation of India’s postal landscape, India Post has announced it will discontinue the iconic Registered Post service from September 1, 2025, bringing an end to a trusted communication channel that served the nation for nearly five decades. The move comes as part of a modernization drive aimed at enhancing efficiency Read More…
Modi Stands Firm as Trump Slams India Over Russian Oil Ties, Imposes 25% Tariffs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has rejected mounting U.S. pressure over India’s continued purchase of Russian oil, even as former President Donald Trump escalates the trade standoff with a 25% tariff on Indian imports. The move, aimed at curbing global oil trade with Moscow, comes with threats of even harsher penalties unless Russia agrees to a Read More…
PM Modi Emphasizes Economic Self-Reliance After Trump’s ‘Dead Economy’ Remark
New Delhi: In a strong response to former US President Donald Trump’s recent jibe calling India a “dead economy,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi has underlined the country’s economic priorities and renewed his push for Swadeshi (self-reliant) manufacturing and trade. Trump’s comments came just days after he announced a 25% import tariff on Indian goods, effective Read More…