A bride, two brothers, and the enduring legacy of polyandry in Himachal
How a rare wedding in the Hatti tribe revives an ancient tradition of unity Shillai, Himachal Pradesh — A rare and culturally significant wedding has drawn widespread attention in Himachal Pradesh, where two brothers from the Hatti tribe jointly married one woman, reviving
Tharoor welcomes US designation of TRF as terrorist group, calls it diplomatic win for India
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor welcomed the United States’ decision to designate The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), as a global terrorist group. Calling it a “diplomatic success” for India, Tharoor expressed hope that the move would increase
India, Russia strengthen cultural ties and tourism cooperation
India and Russia reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cultural and tourism ties during a high-level meeting between Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov in New Delhi on Friday. The talks centered on expanding India’s participation in
India warns NATO chief against ‘double standards’ on Russia oil trade
India has firmly rejected NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s warning of sanctions on countries trading with Russia, urging against “double standards” in global energy trade. “We are closely following the developments. Let me reiterate that securing the energy needs of our people is
India’s role as digital hub spotlighted at Wavelength Forum
India’s rising prominence as a global digital hub was a key focus at the Wavelength Forum held in New Delhi on Wednesday, where Quad partners, government officials, and industry leaders convened to advance subsea cable connectivity across the Indo-Pacific. Organised under the US
CDS Chauhan stresses need for India-made drone tech for future warfare
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Wednesday called for a rapid overhaul of India’s drone capabilities, urging the development of indigenous unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-drone technologies to address evolving threats on the battlefield. Speaking at the Manekshaw Centre
India co-chairs UN meet on accountability for crimes against peacekeepers
India co-chaired a high-level meeting of the Group of Friends (GoF) for Accountability for Crimes Against Peacekeepers at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, reaffirming its strong commitment to justice for UN personnel facing violence in conflict zones. India’s Permanent Representative to
Sri Lankan cross-party delegation visits India to boost bilateral ties
A 24-member Sri Lankan delegation, comprising young political leaders from 14 different parties, began a two-week visit to India on Wednesday aimed at enhancing bilateral relations and regional cooperation. The delegation met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in New Delhi to discuss deepening ties
CM Mohan Yadav to address investors in Spain, promote Madhya Pradesh opportunities
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is set to promote investment opportunities in his state during the ‘Invest in Madhya Pradesh’ forum in Madrid, Spain, on Wednesday. The Chief Minister, accompanied by his wife and a delegation of senior officials, arrived in Madrid
PM Modi matches Congress PMs’ 70-year record of foreign Parliament speeches
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached a landmark in India’s diplomatic history by delivering his 17th address to a foreign Parliament, equalling the total of all Congress Prime Ministers combined over 70 years. The milestone was achieved during his recent tour of Ghana,
PM Modi concludes 5-nation tour, highlights India’s global outreach
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for India after completing a highly successful five-nation tour to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The Ministry of External Affairs described the visit as “productive and successful.” During the trip, PM Modi achieved a
Modi wraps up 5-nation tour, receives highest honors in three countries
Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to Delhi on Thursday morning after concluding a highly successful five-nation diplomatic tour to Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the week-long journey was marked by “productive and
PM Modi, President Lula hold ‘fruitful talks’ to boost India-Brazil ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held wide-ranging discussions with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Brasilia, focusing on strengthening and diversifying trade and strategic cooperation between India and Brazil. “Held fruitful talks with President Lula, who has always been passionate
PM Modi receives Brazil’s highest civilian honour, thanks President Lula
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed heartfelt gratitude to Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and the people of Brazil after being conferred the country’s highest civilian award — The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross —
Strengthening economic ties key to India-Brazil partnership: President Lula
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Tuesday emphasized that stronger economic ties are crucial to deepening the strategic partnership between India and Brazil. The remarks came following his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Brasilia during the latter’s state
PM Modi heads to Brasilia for talks with Brazil’s President Lula
After concluding the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for Brasília on a State Visit, where he will meet Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to discuss key aspects of India-Brazil relations. Calling his Brazil
Four from Hyderabad family die in tragic US car fire
Four members of a family from Hyderabad were tragically burned to death in a car accident in the United States on Sunday. The victims, Sri Venkat, his wife Tejaswini, and their two children, were returning to Dallas from Atlanta when their car was
PM Modi outlines ‘humanity-first’ agenda as India to chair BRICS in 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday outlined a people-centric and “humanity-first” vision for BRICS as India prepares to take over the BRICS chairmanship next year. Speaking at the BRICS session on Environment, COP-30, and Global Health in Rio de Janeiro, PM Modi said
PM Modi warns against weaponising critical minerals, tech and supply chains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cautioned that no country should weaponise critical minerals, technology, or supply chains to serve narrow self-interests at the expense of global stability. His remarks came during the BRICS Outreach Session on multilateralism, economic affairs, and AI in Rio
US delays tariffs to August 1 as trade negotiations ramp up
The United States has postponed its proposed country-specific tariffs to August 1, giving nations like India more time to reach trade agreements with Washington. Initially slated to take effect on July 9, the delay signals a push from the Trump administration to conclude