PM Modi flags off Pravasi Bharatiya Express, a special tourist train for NRIs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday remotely flagged off the inaugural journey of the Pravasi Bharatiya Express, a special tourist train for the Indian diaspora. The train will travel to various tourism and religious destinations across India over three weeks. This initiative is
PM Modi sets example by not using taxpayer money for personal festivities, RTI discloses
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to frugality and ethical governance has been highlighted once again through a response to a Right to Information (RTI) query. It was revealed that neither PM Modi nor the late former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh utilized government
PM Modi to embark on two-day visit to Andhra Pradesh and Odisha starting today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Andhra Pradesh and Odisha for a two-day tour beginning on January 8. The visit will focus on sustainable development, industrial growth, and infrastructure improvement. On January 8, at 5:30 p.m., PM Modi will dedicate, inaugurate,
‘Can understand Russia’s feelings’ about Ukraine’s NATO aspirations: Trump
US President-elect Donald Trump has said that he can “understand the Russians’ feelings” about President Joe Biden allegedly breaking a “deal” to deny Ukraine NATO membership. The incoming US President once again blamed the Biden administration for the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion
PM Modi to inaugurate Z-Morh tunnel in Kashmir on January 13
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Jammu and Kashmir on January 13 to inaugurate the Z-Morh tunnel on the Srinagar-Sonamarg road, aiming to make Sonamarg an all-weather tourist destination. Official sources said that the PM will arrive on January 13 to
Trump warns Hamas of ‘deadly consequences’ if hostages in Gaza not released before his inauguration
US President-elect Donald Trump has warned that “all hell will break out” if Hamas does not release hostages in Gaza before January 20, when he will be sworn in as the 47th President of the US, signaling how much the incoming president wants
Gotta pay for it: Trump threatens to use ‘economic force’ to make Canada 51st state; Trudeau reacts
US President-elect Donald Trump has proposed the idea of using “economic force” to merge Canada and the United States, creating what he frequently refers to as the “51st state.” He cited reasons such as military assistance provided by the US and trade deficits
When Indo-Canadian Mehra conducts poll for Trudeau successor, Anand may emerge as compromise candidate
When Liberal Party President Sachit Mehra conducts the election for the successor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, another Indo-Canadian may emerge as the compromise candidate to lead the nation. As he announced his decision to step down, Trudeau did not name a successor
DoJ’s selective probe of Adani officials can derail India ties: US Congressman Lance Gooden
Lance Gooden, a Republican lawmaker from the US state of Texas, has criticized the Joe Biden Administration’s probe of senior Adani Group officials, warning that it could derail US-India ties and economic growth. In a letter to US Attorney General Merrick B. Garland,
Two Indian Americans elected to Virginia state legislatures
Two Indian Americans were elected in special elections to Virginia’s legislatures, ensuring the Democratic Party retains its slender majority despite the national Trump wave in last year’s election. Kannan Srinivasan was elected to the State Senate, and J.J. Singh to the State House
Trump calls for US-Canada “merger”, hours after Trudeau resignation
Former US President Donald Trump stirred controversy on Monday by calling for a “merger” between the United States and Canada, just hours after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation. Trump, speaking at a rally in Florida, said that the merger would
Ahead of polls, AAP’s freebie spree to save Kejriwal in Delhi
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which is facing mounting pressure after several leaders, including former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, were arrested in corruption cases, is attempting to woo Delhiites with various promises. From playing religious cards to offering welfare schemes for women and
EAM Jaishankar arrives in Bhubaneswar to attend Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Bhubaneswar on Monday for a five-day visit to Odisha to attend the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, which will be held here from January 8 to 10. Jaishankar was welcomed at the Bhubaneswar airport by Chief Minister
US-Canada together would be ‘great nation,’ says Trump as Trudeau announces resignation
US President-elect Donald Trump reignited his proposal to make Canada the “51st state of the United States” hours after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation. In a dramatic turn of events, Trudeau revealed the end of his 11-year leadership tenure and
Delhi emerging as global model for sustainable public transport: CM Atishi on RRTS
Delhi is rapidly becoming a global model for sustainable and efficient public transport, thanks to the introduction of transformative projects like the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and significant expansions in metro connectivity, according to Chief Minister Atishi. In an exclusive interview, Atishi
PM Modi leverages Pravasi Bharatiya Divas to boost India’s global profile through tourism and diaspora engagement
Under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has made significant progress in strengthening its global position. His initiatives to boost tourism, deepen cultural exchanges, and engage the Indian diaspora have been crucial in this journey. One of the landmark achievements
PM Modi’s call to action: the diaspora as partners in building a ‘Viksit Bharat’
The Indian diaspora plays a crucial role in paving the way for the development of India, particularly in the nation’s goal of becoming a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India). With the theme “Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat” at the forefront of the Pravasi
Top diplomats of South Korea, US to discuss alliance, North Korea amid impeachment uncertainty
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken were set to hold talks in Seoul on Monday, focusing on their countries’ bilateral alliance, efforts to deter North Korean threats, and other key issues, officials said. The talks come
Austrian president to meet Freedom Party leader over government formation
Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen said that he would meet the Freedom Party leader Herbert Kickl on Monday to discuss the formation of a new government while the conservative People’s Party softened its stance, saying it is now open to talks with
EAM Jaishankar meets US NSA Jake Sullivan; discusses bilateral ties
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Monday met US National Security Advisor (NSA) Jake Sullivan in New Delhi to discuss a wide range of strategic, regional, and bilateral issues. The meeting took place as Sullivan, the outgoing US NSA, embarked on a