Chennai: Renowned Tamil filmmaker P. Bharathiraja passed away on Wednesday following age-related ailments. His health had reportedly deteriorated over the past few days, and he had been emotionally affected by the recent death of his son, Manoj. Fondly known as “Iyakkunar Imayam” (The Pinnacle of Directors), Bharathiraja is widely regarded as one of the most Read More…
The Kanpur Police on Tuesday claimed to have uncovered an international fake degree racket, arresting four people, including the alleged mastermind behind the operation. According to police, the 32-year-old kingpin and three associates were apprehended during raids conducted in the Kidwai Nagar and Bekanganj areas of the city. Investigators said the accused were operating a Read More…
Tirupati: Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday said India has transformed from a power-deficit nation into an energy-surplus country during the 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led government. Addressing a press conference in Tirupati to mark the completion of 12 years of the NDA government at the Centre, Joshi highlighted achievements in the Read More…
Rohtak: Union Minister for Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said that the 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led government have established new benchmarks in development while bringing positive changes to the lives of millions of Indians. Speaking at the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sammelan’ held in Rohtak to mark 12 years of the NDA government, Scindia Read More…
The Centre has reduced the number of subsidised domestic LPG cylinders available to households from nine to four per year, according to reports. The move comes shortly after the price of a 14.2-kg cooking gas cylinder was increased by ₹29.The central government currently provides a subsidy of ₹300 per cylinder to eligible consumers. Defending the Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-I) on Monday, where Gallantry Awards were conferred on armed forces personnel for their exceptional bravery and service to the nation. During the ceremony, the Prime Minister honoured the award recipients and praised their courage, dedication and commitment to safeguarding the country. In a post Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the impressive victory of the Civil Contract Party in Armenia’s parliamentary elections. In a message shared on X, Modi said the renewed mandate reflected the enduring trust and confidence of the Armenian people in Pashinyan’s leadership and vision. The Prime Minister also Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives and widespread destruction caused by the earthquake that struck Mindanao in the Philippines on Monday. In a message posted on social media, the Prime Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the Read More…
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday conferred seven Kirti Chakras, including two posthumously, on personnel of the armed forces for displaying exceptional courage, outstanding bravery and complete disregard for personal safety in the line of duty. Among the awardees was Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, an Indian Air Force pilot and Gaganyatri, who received the Kirti Read More…
The Indian rupee weakened by 17 paise to 95.35 against the US dollar in early trading on Monday, pressured by the strengthening American currency in global markets amid robust US economic data and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Forex traders said rising crude oil prices also weighed on investor sentiment. Brent crude prices climbed after Iran launched Read More…