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
Canadian PM Trudeau likely to resign this week as Liberal Party leader: reports
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly preparing to step down as leader of the Liberal Party, according to a media report citing three anonymous sources. The Liberal caucus is set to meet on Wednesday, with growing demands from party lawmakers for Trudeau
‘It feels for us as two points dropped,’ says Slot on Liverpool’s draw with Man Utd
Arne Slot provided his assessment of Liverpool’s display as they were held to a 2-2 draw against Manchester United and said it feels like his side dropped two points in the title race. Liverpool missed out on the chance to open up an
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
PM Modi, others pay tributes to Guru Gobind Singh on Parkash Purab
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Monday, paid tributes to the 10th Sikh master, Sri Guru Gobind Singh, on his Parkash Utsav. The PM said, “Guru Gobind Singh-ji was a warrior, poet, and spiritual leader who fought against injustice, casteism, and inequality. His creation
8-month-old baby in Bengaluru becomes India’s 1st case of HMPV; Karnataka to hold emergency meeting
India has detected the first case of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) — currently causing an outbreak in China — in an 8-month-old baby in Bengaluru, Karnataka, the state health department confirmed on Monday. The baby, with no travel history, is being treated at
Judge says no prison term for Trump in ‘hush money’ case
The judge in the “hush money” case has ruled that President-elect Donald Trump will avoid a prison sentence while upholding his conviction. Judge Juan Marchan stated on Friday that he would grant Trump an “unconditional discharge” when he is sentenced on January 10,
PM Modi talks about sustainability to Diljit Dosanjh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a conversation with Punjabi sensation Diljit Dosanjh, discussed how India does not have a “throw away culture” and how recycling and reusing are ingrained in every Indian’s way of life. While speaking with Diljit, the iconic leader said,
Transforming villages into vibrant centers of growth is a priority: PM Modi at Grameen Bharat Mahotsav
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 at the city’s Bharat Mandapam on Saturday, emphasizing the importance of transforming villages into vibrant centers of growth and celebrating the spirit of rural India. The six-day festival, scheduled from January 4 to
Today is important day for Delhi’s development: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a slew of development measures, including 1,675 flats for the residents of JJ clusters and two urban redevelopment projects in the national capital on Friday. Taking to his X handle, PM Modi said this was an important
Maldives foreign minister to arrive in India, meet EAM Jaishankar on Friday
Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel will arrive in New Delhi Thursday evening on a three-day India visit during which he would also be holding discussions with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar. Khaleel was appointed as Maldives Minister of Foreign Affairs on September
Strongly condemn cowardly terrorist attack in New Orleans: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday strongly condemned the horrifying New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans that has left at least 15 dead and about three dozen injured. “We strongly condemn the cowardly terrorist attack in New Orleans. Our thoughts and
UN chief condemns US New Orleans attack
United Nations, Jan 3 (IANS) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemned the truck attack in New Orleans, the US state of Louisiana, his spokesperson said. In a statement, the UN chief extended his condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims,
Assam CM instructs MLAs to monitor implementation of govt beneficiary schemes
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has directed the party MLAs to implement government beneficiary schemes and ensure that the benefits reach the people sitting at the last row of society. The panchayat elections are going to be held in the state this year,
Worst president in US history: Trump slams Biden over ‘open border policy’
United States President-elect Donald Trump on Friday launched a fiery attack on outgoing President Joe Biden, calling him “the worst president in the history of the United States” while criticizing his administration’s open border policy. In a series of posts on social media
US investigators, Boeing officials join on-site probe of South Korea plane crash
A team of investigators from the US government and aircraft manufacturer Boeing Co. have arrived at the site of the Jeju Air crash at Muan International Airport to participate in the investigation into the incident, Seoul officials said on Tuesday. According to Seoul’s
Trump’s secretary of state nominee voices ‘deepest condolences’ over South Korea plane crash
US President-elect Donald Trump’s secretary of state nominee has expressed “deep condolences” over a recent deadly plane crash in South Korea, which claimed the lives of 179 people. Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, nominated to serve as secretary of state for Trump’s second term,
PM Modi lauds first cabinet decision of 2025, says ‘proud of our farmer sisters and brothers’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the first cabinet decision of 2025 and said that his government is committed to enhancing the well-being and prosperity of the farming community. PM Modi’s admiration follows the Union Cabinet’s go-ahead for the extension of a
Year ender: from corporate giants to world leaders, how the world applauded India in 2024
India’s rise in the global arena, over the past decade, has been widely recognized and praised by world leaders, economists, and global institutions. Guided by PM Modi’s visionary leadership, India has cemented its position as a global powerhouse. In 2024, the world acknowledged
China extends visa fee reduction till Dec 31, 2025
In a significant move to facilitate foreigners traveling to China, the Chinese Embassy in India announced the extension of reduced visa fees until December 31, 2025, the Embassy said in a statement on Tuesday. The single entry visa fee for visitors is Rs