SYDNEY: India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, has outlined a strategic vision for strengthening US-India ties following Donald Trump’s recent presidential election win. Trump, who has secured a second non-consecutive term, is set to become the first convicted felon to hold the office of President in the United States. Despite the political upheaval, Jaishankar
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi intensified his criticism of SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch on Thursday, following her absence from a scheduled appearance before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) in the capital. Buch was expected to address the panel but informed members that she was “not in a position to travel to Delhi.” Addressing […]
KOLKATA: In a bid to bolster the Trinamool Congress (TMC)’s grassroots reach and effectiveness, senior party leader Abhishek Banerjee has presented a proposal to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, calling for a performance-based revamp within the party’s district organisations and municipalities. Abhishek, who serves as the party’s national general secretary and
Israel launched an early-morning aerial attack on Iran, targeting military sites in Ilam, Khuzestan, and Tehran. The operation, confirmed by Israeli officials, involved fighter jets, drones, and missiles in a three-phase assault. Iran reported two casualties among its defense forces, with limited damage to military installations. What we Know so far
On Thursday, a wave of 70 new bomb threats targeted major Indian airlines, including Air India, Vistara, Akasa Air, and IndiGo, according to sources quoted by PTI. The threats, though unfounded, have caused widespread disruption and raised concerns over aviation safety. An Akasa Air spokesperson confirmed that several of its flights on October 24 had […]
In a sharp rebuke, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi questioned SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch’s absence from a crucial Parliamentary committee meeting on Thursday, accusing her of avoiding accountability. Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, demanded answers about who might be shielding Buch from scrutiny by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). “Why is Madhabi Buch hesitant
Los Angeles, Aug 12 (AP) – As the Olympic torch passes from Paris to Los Angeles, the city is gearing up to host the 2028 Games, marking its third time in Olympic history. Mayor Karen Bass accepted the Olympic flag at the Paris closing ceremony, symbolizing LA’s readiness to carry on the tradition of hosting […]
SRINAGAR: In a tragic turn of events, two civilian porters working with the Indian Army lost their lives in a terror attack near Gulmarg, a popular tourist destination in north Kashmir, on Thursday evening. The attack, which occurred in the remote Bota Pathri area, left three soldiers and another porter injured, adding to the sorrow. […]
India’s recalled high commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma, has openly criticized Canada for what he describes as a profound diplomatic betrayal, following an unexpected and tense standoff. In a candid interview with PTI after his return to New Delhi, Verma revealed his shock at Canada’s behavior, calling it deeply unprofessional and likening it to being […]
KANPUR (UP): In a case of alleged corruption, two police officers and a local corporator were detained on Monday for extorting a bribe from a businessman in Kanpur. The accused policemen, Sub-Inspectors Ashish Chaudhry and Anuj Nagar, have been suspended from duty following the incident. According to officials, the two officers, in collusion with corporator […]
