Top diplomats of South Korea, Japan hold talks ahead of Trump inauguration
The top diplomats of South Korea and Japan met on Monday for talks that were expected to focus on sustaining positive momentum in bilateral relations and advancing trilateral cooperation with the United States, ahead of the launch of the second Donald Trump administration.
People will revolt if Parliament remains non-functional: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar
Reflecting on the frequent disruptions in Parliament, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday warned that public agitations could become a threat to democracy if the House remains non-functional and gradually loses its relevance. While launching a book titled Parliament: Powers, Functions & Privileges;
Kashmir is the crown of India, roadblocks in its progress to be removed, says PM Modi
In his speech at the inauguration of the Sonamarg tunnel on January 13, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significance of Kashmir, calling it the “crown of India,” and vowed to remove any roadblocks in its progress. He paid tribute to the
Yemen’s Houthis claim new attack against US aircraft carrier in Red Sea
Yemen’s Houthi group said in a statement that it had launched a new missile and drone attack against the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the northern Red Sea in the past 24 hours, claiming the attack lasted nine hours. “This is
Crowdfunding campaign to fight polls biggest evidence of AAP’s honesty: cm atishi
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Sunday claimed that a crowdfunding campaign by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to fight polls is the biggest evidence of the party’s honesty. Addressing media persons here, CM Atishi shared that since its launch, the AAP has been
Turkish president urges Kurdish militant group PKK to disarm
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) to surrender its weapons, signalling a potential breakthrough in the country’s most intractable conflicts. Speaking in the Kurdish-dominated city of Diyarbakir on Saturday, Erdogan described what he called a “new and important
Sudanese army retakes key city of Gezira state
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) have recaptured Wad Madani, the capital city of Gezira State in central Sudan, from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), according to a statement from the SAF spokesperson’s office. “The command of the SAF congratulates our honourable people
The Third Eye: Terrorism on US Soil
The terror attack carried out by an ISIS convert, Shamsuddin Jabbar, on New Year’s Day at New Orleans’ famed Bourbon Street, has brought to light the harsh reality that Islamic radical forces, though weakened, remain active and are present across the globe as
Bayern edge Monchengladbach to stay on top in Bundesliga
Harry Kane’s sole goal helped Bayern Munich maintain its four-point lead at the top of the table after beating Borussia Monchengladbach 1-0 in the 16th round. The German champion took control from the kick-off and put Monchengladbach on the back foot. The Foals
Indian-origin MP bows out of Canada PM race, won’t seek re-election
Anita Anand has bowed out of Canada’s prime ministerial race and announced that she won’t seek re-election to parliament either. Transport Minister Anand said on Saturday afternoon that she was following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s example and will start her career’s next chapter
Swami Vivekananda, an eternal inspiration for youth, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid homage to Swami Vivekananda on his birth anniversary, saying that he is an eternal inspiration for youths. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote: “Paying homage to Swami Vivekananda on his Jayanti. An eternal inspiration
EAM Jaishankar to attend Trump’s swearing-in ceremony on Jan 20
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of US President-elect Donald Trump in Washington on January 20, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The MEA noted, “On the invitation of the Trump-Vance
धार्मिक महत्ता: यज्ञोपवीत के तीन लड़, नौ तार और 96 चौवे का आध्यात्मिक रहस्य
यज्ञोपवीत न केवल एक धार्मिक आभूषण है, बल्कि यह हमारे जीवन के संपूर्ण उद्देश्यों का प्रतीक भी है। यह धागा हमें ऋषियों द्वारा बताए गए कर्तव्यों, सद्गुणों और आंतरिक अनुशासन की याद दिलाता है। इसमें छिपे तीन लड़, नौ तार और 96 चौवे का
12 Gold Vehicles for Ram Lalla from the USA: Discover Their Unique Significance
After the consecration ceremony of Lord Ram Lalla, a large number of gifts have been arriving from all over the world. Among these, a special and unique gift has arrived from across the seas. The NRI Vasavi Association USA has sent remarkable gifts
Health Savings Account – HSA
By: Dr K C Gupta HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNTs (HSAs, 12/2003- ) are interesting alternatives to conventional employer group insurance. They have triple+ benefits: (1) Contributions are pre-tax or tax- deductible (itemized Schedule A not necessary); (2) account assets grow tax-free; (3) qualified withdrawals
Sanatan ecosystem launches in Chicago, uniting community businesses for growth and collaboration
The ShreeSanatan Sewa Foundation marked a significant milestone with the successful hosting of its inaugural business networking event, aimed at fostering collaboration and support among Sanatan Dharma communities. The event welcomed a diverse gathering of influential business owners, company representatives, community leaders, and entrepreneurs who proudly presented their Sanatan business certificates,
Siddha Peeth Mahabali Sankat Mochan Mandir hosts grand religious gathering on January 8
Ludhiana: On January 8, a grand weekly Havan Yagna and Sandhya Chowki, the 1236th in the series, were held at the Siddha Peeth Mahabali Sankat Mochan Shri Hanuman Mandir in Shankaracharya Nagar, Haibowal Kalan. The Sandhya Chowki was conducted with great reverence, drawing
Hush money case: Trump faces sentencing after losing Supreme Court appeal
President-elect Donald Trump will face a local judge here on Friday in the hush money case after the Supreme Court rejected his emergency appeal to stop the criminal proceedings. A divided court ruled Thursday evening that the sentencing will not interfere with his
Gender equality, women’s development integral to India’s foreign policy, says EAM Jaishankar at PBD meet
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday chaired the fourth plenary session of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Odisha, titled ‘Diaspora Divas: Celebrating Women’s Leadership and Influence – Nari Shakti’, and remarked that progress is superficial until the human side is addressed. He
258 Pakistanis, including beggars and criminals, deported from seven countries
In yet another major embarrassment for Pakistan, as many as 258 of its citizens were deported from seven countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and also ‘all-weather friend’ China in the last 24 hours, local media reported on Friday. According