“I am very happy today,” Priyanka Gandhi takes oath as Lok Sabha MP
It is another milestone for the Nehru-Gandhi family as Priyanka Gandhi Vadra took the oath of affirmation as a member of the Lok Sabha on Thursday. Wearing an off-white saree with a golden border and holding the Constitution booklet, which has become a
Gautam Adani, nephew Sagar Adani clear of bribery charges as per US DoJ indictment
Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani, nephew Sagar Adani, and senior executive Vneet Jaain are clear of any bribery charges as per the US Department of Justice (DoJ), according to the latest filing with the stock exchanges by a group company, Adani Green Energy
Delhi-NCR air quality deteriorates as AQI nears ‘severe’ levels
The air quality in Delhi-NCR remained in the ‘very poor’ category on Wednesday, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 396, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The worsening pollution levels have escalated health concerns for the region’s residents,
India awarded hosting rights of 2026 Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup
The executive committee of the Asian Shooting Confederation (ASC) has awarded the hosting rights for the Asian Rifle/Pistol Cup 2026 to India, the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has announced. The letter from Eng. Duaij AlOtaibi, secretary general of ASC, stated that
A progressive, living document: president murmu on 75th constitution day
President Droupadi Murmu, in her address at the 75th Constitution Day celebrations on Tuesday, hailed the Constitution of India as a “progressive and living document,” emphasising its enduring relevance and transformative power in shaping the country’s growth. The Constitution Day (also known as
How PM Modi championed Babasaheb’s ideals since early days, reveals Modi Archive
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted the nation on the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution. While the government has planned year-long events to celebrate the anniversary of the Constitution’s adoption, President Droupadi Murmu led the celebrations at the Central
India signs final act of Riyadh Design Law Treaty
India has signed the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty adopted by the member states of the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) after nearly two decades of negotiations, the Commerce and Industry Ministry announced on Tuesday. “By signing the Final Act
Patriotism curriculum unique to Delhi schools: CM Atishi
Showcasing the education model of the AAP government in the national capital, Chief Minister Atishi said on Tuesday that it was only in Delhi where a curriculum of patriotism is taught in government schools, apart from other subjects. Addressing NCC cadets at the
Rising star Vaishali Rameshbabu to return for Norway Chess Women 2025
Vaishali Rameshbabu, one of the rising stars in women’s chess, will compete again in the Norway Chess Women 2025 tournament, bringing her aggressive and captivating playing style to the highly anticipated event. In 2025, her journey is bound to keep fans captivated as
PM Modi appreciates Guyana president’s support for ‘ek ped maa ke naam’ initiative
In response to Guyana’s President Irfan Ali’s remarks in support of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam (A Tree for Mother)’ initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday remarked that his support would always be cherished. PM Modi wrote in a post on
PM Modi to lay foundation stone for largest green hydrogen hub in Andhra Pradesh on Nov 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for India’s largest green hydrogen hub in Andhra Pradesh’s Anakapalle district on Friday (November 29). He will virtually lay the foundation stone from Andhra University Engineering College Grounds in Visakhapatnam. He will also address
PM Modi urges Indian diaspora to participate in ‘Bharat Ko Janiye’ quiz
Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited on Saturday the Indian community members residing abroad to participate in the ‘Bharat Ko Janiye’ quiz, aiming to strengthen the connection between the country and its diaspora abroad. Taking to social media platform X, PM Modi posted, “Strengthening
PM Modi meets 31 world leaders during three-nation visit to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign visit to three nations witnessed a whirlwind diplomacy, as he met over 30 world leaders and also held a flurry of bilateral meetings during the five-day trip. He also held informal interactions with global leaders during his three-nation
10 MoU signed in Guyana during PM Modi visit
Ten MoUs, for collaboration in various key fields including hydrocarbons, agriculture, healthcare and medicine, and digital payments, were signed between India and Guyana on Wednesday, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the South American country. The MoU on cooperation in the
This win will inspire young girls to play hockey, says Salima Tete after India’s WACT 2024 title win
The Indian Women’s Hockey Team secured the Bihar Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) Rajgir 2024 title on Wednesday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over China in the final. This triumph marked India’s third championship win in the tournament, following earlier victories in 2016 and
Echoing Gandhi’s teachings: A look at PM Modi’s tributes to the Mahatma worldwide
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals and teachings transcends the country’s borders, as shown by his revered tributes to the Mahatma during his multiple foreign trips. The reverence for Mahatma Gandhi extends beyond domestic initiatives, finding expression in PM Modi’s
India, Italy reaffirm commitment to advance strategic partnership as PM Modi, Meloni meet in Rio
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni acknowledged the significant potential of the India-Italy strategic partnership at the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. During their bilateral meeting on Monday, both leaders agreed to strengthen their
20.58 lakh new employees enrolled under ESI scheme in Sept as jobs rise in formal sector
As many as 20.58 lakh new employees were enrolled under the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) scheme during September this year, reflecting the higher number of jobs being created in the organised sector of the Indian economy, according to data released by the
EAM Jaishankar congratulates Herath on re-appointment as Lankan FM
Sri Lanka’s newly-appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath assumed duties at the Foreign Ministry a few hours after 21 cabinet ministers were sworn in before Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Monday morning at the Presidential Secretariat in
BCT 2024-25: First two matches will be extremely crucial for India, says former coach Shastri
Former India head coach Ravi Shastri feels that after suffering a 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand at home, the first two Tests against Australia in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series will be “extremely crucial” for the visitors. With the World Test Championship (WTC)