India

'Vanished from tracking system': How Panama-flagged cargo ship sank off Odisha coast

Collections under RBI's dollar swap scheme exceed $72.8 billion

Soon, no need for physical boarding cards at immigration

BJP Launches Nationwide 'Vande' Campaign Against Congress, Cites Gandhi

The BJP is set to launch a nationwide campaign called 'Vande' targeting the Congress party, invoking the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi in its messaging. The party has accused Congress of communalising national symbols, framing the campaign around the defence of these symbols. The initiative is intended to mobilise supporters across the country against the opposition party. BJP plans to use Gandhi's ideals as a counter-narrative to what it describes as Congress's divisive approach toward national identity.

BCI chairman faces calls to quit, co-chair demands inquiry

Mumbai school headmaster files complaint against CJP civic audit team

The Cockroach Janta Party's ongoing school audit initiative met resistance in Mumbai when a headmaster filed a formal complaint against CJP members conducting an inspection at Colaba Market Civic School. The auditors had documented several shortcomings during their visit, including absent teachers and inadequate sanitation facilities. Following the complaint, the organization has adopted a more cautious approach toward further school inspections across the city. Despite the setback, CJP continues to expand its volunteer base and hold training sessions in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.

Big milestone: India’s 1st 100% indigenous AK-203 ‘Sher’ made, test-fired in Amethi

India can help US find a way from Iran trap: Former British PM Boris Johnson

India-US Relations Set to Shape Global Order, Trade Deal in the Works

Senior White House official Sergio Gor has stated that the relationship between India and the United States will play a defining role on the global stage. Gor indicated that a trade deal between the two nations is forthcoming, signaling strengthening economic ties. He also revealed that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to visit India again within the year. The remarks underscore the growing strategic and commercial partnership between Washington and New Delhi. No specific timeline for either the trade agreement or Rubio's visit was provided.

Woman Sukhoi pilot was part of Operation Sindoor team that hit Lashkar HQ

150 Pakistani Brides Enter India via Special Air Travel for Cross-Border Marriages

Around 150 Pakistani brides have arrived in India through special air travel arrangements to solemnize their marriages. The visits came after land borders between the two countries remained closed for an extended period. Many brides were accompanied by family members, all traveling within the permitted visa duration. The Shadaani Darbar in Sindh was instrumental in facilitating these cross-border unions. Approximately 300 more women are currently waiting for similar opportunities to travel to India for marriage.

'Ties must serve mutual interest': EAM Jaishankar on Bangladesh

'Govt Can't Ignore Public Opinion On Pak'

Goldy Brar Claims Responsibility for Nijjar's Killing in Leaked Audio

A leaked audio recording has surfaced featuring gangster Goldy Brar allegedly claiming responsibility for the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. Brar reportedly made the claim during a conversation with Khalistani terrorist Paramjit Singh Pamma. Nijjar, a Sikh separatist leader, was shot dead in Surrey, British Columbia, in June 2023. The recording adds a new dimension to the ongoing international controversy surrounding Nijjar's assassination, which had previously triggered a major diplomatic dispute between India and Canada.

Two killed as Ganpati idol collapses during Mumbai procession over frame failure

Two people were killed and five others injured when a large Ganpati idol toppled during a procession in Mumbai's Bhuleshwar area late Saturday night. Authorities indicated that a welding defect in the idol's support frame likely caused the collapse. Among the deceased was Sanket Nevshe, the president of the Ganpati mandal organizing the procession. The incident took place as the procession was approaching its final destination. Police have launched an investigation to determine the full circumstances surrounding the accident.

Rajnath Singh Links Preventive Healthcare to National Economic Security

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has highlighted the growing threat posed by non-communicable diseases to India's national economy and security. He identified diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, kidney failure, and mental health disorders as major and rising health concerns. Singh emphasized the importance of preventive healthcare as a strategic priority rather than just a medical one. His remarks underline the government's recognition that public health challenges have broader economic and security implications for the country.

Canada's Carney Accuses US of Launching Trade War With Unfair Terms

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has accused the United States of initiating a trade war against Canada. Carney stated that the US put forward new trade terms that he described as both 'uneconomic' and 'unfair.' He argued that these proposed conditions undermined the overall benefits that Canada would derive from the trade relationship. Carney's remarks signal a sharp deterioration in trade relations between the two neighboring countries.

Chhattisgarh University Exam Paper Leaked Using Endoscopic Camera

A shocking cheating incident has come to light at a university in Chhattisgarh, where an exam question paper was allegedly copied without breaking its sealed cover. Authorities say suspects used an endoscopic camera, a thin flexible device typically used in medical procedures, to peek inside the sealed packet and photograph the paper. The breach was discovered after suspicions arose over the compromised examination process. Officials are now investigating how the sophisticated equipment was smuggled into the examination facility. The incident has raised serious concerns about the security measures in place for protecting confidential exam materials.

Trump Redesigns White House Rose Garden With Statues and Stone Patio

President Trump has overseen a significant redesign of the White House Rose Garden, located adjacent to the Oval Office. The traditional grassy lawn has been replaced with a white stone patio as part of the makeover. Statues of several of America's founding fathers have been added to the space. The redesigned garden bears a resemblance to the outdoor area at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.

UP Class 12 Boy Found Dead Hours After Molestation Accusation

A Class 12 student in Uttar Pradesh was found hanging shortly after being accused of molesting a girl. The victim's family had approached the police earlier the same day, alleging that the boy had assaulted and misbehaved with her. Authorities were informed of the accusation before the student's death was discovered. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. The case has raised concerns about the sequence of events between the complaint and the student's death.

Illegal Pan Masala Unit Busted Near Hyderabad, Rs 160 Cr Tax Evasion Uncovered

Authorities dismantled an unregistered pan masala manufacturing unit operating covertly near Hyderabad. The facility had been running clandestinely, entirely outside the formal tax and regulatory framework. Investigators detected a tax evasion of approximately Rs 160 crore linked to the illegal operation. The bust highlights ongoing efforts by tax enforcement agencies to crack down on unregistered manufacturing units in the region.