New Delhi: The government has appointed Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff. He will take charge in the rank of Air Chief Marshal from the afternoon of October 31, 2026. Dixit, currently serving as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, will succeed Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, who Read More…
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PM Modi highlights India’s water governance model
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted India’s water governance model and said it could offer useful lessons to countries across the Global South. Sharing an article on X, Modi said water security was not limited to building infrastructure but also required effective planning, strong local systems and community participation in water management. Read More…
Thrissur farmer grows saffron on rooftop using controlled environment technology
Thrissur: Saffron, one of the world’s most expensive spices, is traditionally associated with the cool climate of Kashmir. But James, a resident of Puthur in Thrissur, is experimenting with growing the spice in Kerala by using technology to overcome the state’s warm and humid climate. James has set up a soil-free saffron cultivation system on Read More…
Piyush Goyal meets US business leaders, seeks investment in India
Washington: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday met leading US business executives and discussed opportunities to strengthen partnerships and attract investments to India. Goyal held meetings in New York with Jonathan Gray, President and COO of Blackstone; George Walker, Chairman and CEO of Neuberger Berman; and Stéphane de La Faverie, President and CEO of The Read More…
SC dismisses Centre’s plea in Great Nicobar project case
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the Centre’s plea challenging a Calcutta High Court order upholding the maintainability of PILs alleging violations of the Forest Rights Act in obtaining consent for the Great Nicobar Island mega-infrastructure project. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and comprising Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Read More…
PM Modi congratulates Antim Panghal and Indian women golfers on Asian Games medals
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated wrestler Antim Panghal on winning the silver medal in the women’s 53kg freestyle wrestling event at the 2026 Asian Games. Modi described her performance as exemplary and congratulated her on her strong showing. He wished Panghal continued success and expressed hope that she would win more laurels for Read More…
Congress congratulates Indian hockey team on Asian Games gold
New Delhi: The Congress on Saturday congratulated the Indian men’s hockey team for winning the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. In a post on X, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge extended his congratulations to the team for its victory. “Heartiest congratulations to the Indian Men’s Hockey Team on winning the Gold Medal Read More…
INS Sahyadri, Kulish conclude participation in ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise
New Delhi: Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish have concluded their participation in the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME) 2026, conducted in the Philippines under the theme ‘Anchored in Trust, United at Sea’. The exercise provided opportunities for professional interaction, operational coordination and maritime training through harbour and sea phases. The harbour phase featured a range Read More…
PM Modi congratulates Indian athletes on Asian Games medal-winning performances
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian athletes for their medal-winning performances at the 2026 Asian Games, including wrestlers Deepak Punia and Aman Sehrawat, golfer Pranavi Sharath Urs and archer Kumkum Anil Mohod. Modi congratulated Deepak Punia on winning the bronze medal in the men’s 97kg freestyle wrestling event after a fiercely contested bout. Read More…
PM Modi congratulates Indian men’s hockey team on retaining Asian Games gold
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the Indian men’s hockey team on retaining the Asian Games gold medal with a commanding victory in the final. Modi said the team had won back-to-back Asian Games gold medals for the first time and secured its fifth gold medal overall, describing the campaign as an Read More…