India summons Bangladesh envoy after Dhaka protests Sheikh Hasina’s remarks
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday summoned Bangladesh’s Acting High Commissioner to India, Md. Nural Islam, to express concerns over repeated negative remarks by Bangladeshi authorities regarding India. In an official statement, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “The Bangladesh Acting High
Trump revokes Biden’s security clearance for classified briefings
US President Donald Trump has revoked security clearance for his predecessor, President Joe Biden, preventing him from receiving classified briefings. The move appears to be a direct response to Biden’s 2021 decision to deny Trump access to such information. “There is no need
India strengthens efforts to repatriate illegal immigrants, ensures safer returns
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has emphasized India’s proactive approach in ensuring the safe repatriation of illegal Indian immigrants, as opposition voices raise concerns over recent US deportations. Highlighting data on deportations since 2009, Jaishankar stated that US authorities follow standard procedures set
India and US discuss deepening defense ties ahead of PM Modi’s visit
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh spoke with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to congratulate him on his confirmation and discuss strengthening India-US defense cooperation. The leaders reviewed ongoing collaboration and explored expanding ties in operational, intelligence, logistics, and defense-industrial sectors. Singh emphasized the
India and Greece strengthen ties with focus on trade, connectivity, and AI
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis in New Delhi to discuss strengthening bilateral ties across multiple sectors, including trade, investment, connectivity, culture, mobility, and artificial intelligence. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of the India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC)
Trump imposes sanctions on ICC over Israel and US investigations
Former US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order sanctioning the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing it of targeting the US and its ally Israel with “illegitimate and baseless actions.” The order imposes financial and visa restrictions on individuals involved in ICC
Manipur CM, Assembly Speaker, Minister, MLAs rush to Delhi to meet central BJP leaders
Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh rushed to New Delhi on Wednesday, days ahead of the state Assembly session scheduled to begin on February 10, officials said. Assembly Speaker Thokchom Satyabrata Singh, Housing and Urban Development Minister Y. Khemchand, and several other BJP
Delhi polls: BJP’s Virendra Sachdeva ‘respects’ Exit Poll results; AAP’s Somnath Bharti refutes it
After the voting for the Delhi Assembly elections concluded late Wednesday, Exit Poll data from various independent agencies predicted a strong lead for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while some pollsters suggested that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) might form the government in
Top Trump officials try to walk back President’s Gaza ownership comments
Senior officials in the Donald Trump administration have attempted to clarify the President’s comments suggesting that the US would “take over” the Gaza Strip and assume a “long-term ownership position” in the enclave. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is visiting Guatemala,
After US, Israel withdraws participation from UN Human Rights Council
A day after US President Donald Trump announced America’s withdrawal from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Israel’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Sa’ar, stated that Israel would also join the US in its decision not to participate in the UNHRC. On
Rahul Gandhi to take part in DMK student wing protest against UGC in Delhi today
In a significant political pushback against the University Grants Commission (UGC) draft rules, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, along with Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav and various MPs from the DMK, will take part in a protest on Thursday in Delhi. The DMK’s student
White House dials down Trump’s plan to ‘take over’ Gaza
The White House clarified on Wednesday that President Donald Trump had not committed any funds for his proposal for the US to take over Gaza or deploy troops there for that purpose. Senior officials of the Trump administration also sought to make it
US federal judge indefinitely blocks Trump’s order ending birthright citizenship
A federal judge in Maryland has indefinitely blocked US President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship for undocumented immigrants and foreign visitors with temporary visas. Judge Deborah L. Boardman of the United States District Court for the District of Maryland issued
Maha Kumbh: Haryana CM, Cabinet to take holy dip in Triveni Sangam today
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini, along with his Cabinet, is set to visit Maha Kumbh on Thursday to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. He left for Prayagraj in the morning and will continue his journey to Ayodhya the next day
Congress seeks discussion in Lok Sabha, dignified treatment for deported Indians by US
The Congress on Thursday submitted adjournment motions in the Lok Sabha, demanding an urgent discussion on the deportation of over 100 illegal Indian immigrants by the United States and urged the Centre to clarify its stance and outline diplomatic efforts to ensure the
Amroha artist creates coal portrait themed on PM Modi’s visit to Maha Kumbh
In a distinctive tribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Zuhaib Khan, a young artist from Amroha, greeted the leader in a remarkable way. Using only coal, Zuhaib meticulously crafted an impressive 8-foot-high artwork directly onto
Maha Kumbh: PM Modi takes holy dip at Sangam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a holy dip at the Sangam on Wednesday during his visit to the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, PM Modi arrived at Arail VIP Ghat, where they waved to an enthusiastic
Delhi polls: PM Modi urges voters to ‘first vote, then refreshment’
As Delhi heads to the polls for the Assembly elections on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged voters to actively participate in the democratic process, emphasizing the importance of voting before any other activity. Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi encouraged
Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza Strip
US President Donald Trump has proposed a plan to resolve the long-standing West Asia crisis by having the United States take over the Gaza Strip. His plan also involves relocating the displaced Palestinian population to shelters in neighboring Egypt and Jordan. “I strongly
PM Modi to visit Prayagraj Maha Kumbh today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh on Wednesday, where he will take a holy dip at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. On the auspicious occasion of Ashtami Tithi during