In a move that has sparked fresh diplomatic buzz, U.S. President Donald Trump placed a midnight birthday call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing him warmly as “My friend Narendra.” The greeting, delivered on Modi’s 75th birthday, is being widely viewed as more than a courtesy — analysts suggest it could be Trump’s attempt to Read More…
Indian spinner Varun Chakravarthy has scripted history by claiming the top spot in the ICC T20 International bowlers’ rankings. His consistent match-winning performances over the past year have propelled him to the summit, making him only the third Indian bowler after Jasprit Bumrah and Ravi Bishnoi to achieve this distinction. Chakravarthy’s steady form in 2025 Read More…
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is preparing to make UPI work like an ATM, allowing users to withdraw up to ₹10,000 in cash through business correspondents (BCs) across India. The new system will use QR codes for withdrawals. Users can simply open their UPI app, scan the QR code provided by a business Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marks his 75th birthday today, September 17. Born in 1950 at Mehsana in Gujarat, Modi’s milestone birthday is being celebrated nationwide with a two-week-long program of service and public welfare activities launched by the BJP and the Central Government. Beginning today, the BJP will observe ‘Seva Pakwada’ (Fortnight of Service) across Read More…
Indian Railways has announced a new rule for train ticket booking through the IRCTC app. Starting October 1, the first 15 minutes of ticket reservation will be exclusively available to users who have linked their Aadhaar details with their IRCTC accounts. This move is aimed at ensuring fair ticket availability for general passengers and preventing Read More…
The Supreme Court has confirmed that Aadhaar can be used by voters as valid identity proof under the Representation of the People Act, 1950, while firmly clarifying that the card does not prove citizenship. The Court directed the Election Commission to treat Aadhaar as the 12th accepted document for voter-list revisions in Bihar, giving lakhs Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted an article by Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, praising the government’s sustained efforts in transforming Indian cities into vibrant engines of growth. The article notes a massive 16-fold surge in urban development investment — from ₹1.57 lakh crore in 2004–14 to nearly ₹28.5 lakh crore today — driving visible Read More…
The Supreme Court of India has given a clean chit to Reliance Foundation’s Vantara (Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre), dismissing all allegations of illegal animal acquisition, smuggling, money laundering, and wildlife law violations. A court-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by former Supreme Court judge Jasti Chelameswar, found no irregularities under the Wildlife (Protection) Read More…
President Donald Trump’s senior trade adviser Peter Navarro said that “India is coming to the table” as both nations push to resolve long-standing trade disputes. Trump comments came on Monday as the US chief negotiator landed in Delhi for a day-long round of high-level talks, aimed at bridging gaps on tariffs, market access, and other Read More…
Thousands of apple growers and traders in north Kashmir staged protests in Sopore and Handwara, warning of massive losses as the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway—vital for fruit transport—remains closed for nearly a month due to rains and landslides. With trucks stranded and mandis shut, growers say delays are destroying fruit quality and soaring packaging costs are Read More…