Amruta Fadnavis extends dinner invite to Manoj Jarange amid ongoing protests

Centre’s Ladakh proposal: No statehood or legislature, but new model needing Parliament’s vote

India Asserts Strategic Autonomy as Iran's President Visits for BRICS Summit

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is visiting New Delhi for the BRICS summit, marking a significant diplomatic moment for India-Iran relations. The visit follows signals from India at Bishkek reaffirming its independent foreign policy stance. New Delhi is effectively communicating that its strategic partnerships, including with Tehran, will not be dictated by Washington's pressure. India's engagement with Iran underscores its long-standing doctrine of strategic autonomy, which it regards as non-negotiable. The development highlights the limits of US influence over India's sovereign foreign policy decisions.

MP High Court withdraws protection from Wildlife SOS chief in Leopard poaching

Bank Services to Face Disruptions on Sept 11 Due to Strike and Holidays

Bank employees across India have planned a nationwide strike for September 11, which is expected to disrupt normal banking operations. In Gujarat, a three-day strike is set to impact thousands of branches and financial transactions. Additionally, several states will observe bank holidays in observance of Ganesh Chaturthi and other regional festivals. Despite branch closures, customers will still be able to access ATMs and digital banking services during the disruption period.