Austrian President Urges Calm in Coalition Talks Following Far-Right Election Victory
Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen has called on all parties in the newly elected parliament to engage in constructive coalition talks following the far-right Freedom Party’s electoral success. The Freedom Party achieved its first victory in the National Council, Austria’s lower house
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Announces Enhanced Arrangements for Navratri Celebrations
Katra, India — As the auspicious Navratri festival approaches, Anshul Garg, CEO of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at improving the pilgrimage experience for devotees from around the globe. During a press meet held
Australian Research Highlights Impact of Partner Violence on Child Health
A recent study from Australia reveals that children of mothers who experience intimate partner violence (IPV) are significantly more likely to suffer from poor health outcomes. Conducted by researchers at the Menzies School of Health Research at Charles Darwin University (CDU), the study
Free Vaccination: A Major Step in the Fight Against Cervical Cancer, Say Tinsel Town Survivors
At a fashion show organized by the Indian Minorities Foundation (IMF), cancer survivors from the film industry, including Sonali Bendre, Hina Khan, and Tahira Kashyap, took to the ramp to celebrate their battle against cancer and inspire others. The event, titled ‘Namo Bharat:
PM Modi Launches ₹83,000 Crore Tribal Development Schemes in Hazaribagh on Gandhi Jayanti
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for a series of development projects worth over ₹83,000 crore aimed at uplifting tribal communities in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh on Gandhi Jayanti. The event was held at Vinoba Bhave University, where the Prime Minister
China Expresses Willingness to Strengthen Bilateral Relations with India
Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, stated on Wednesday that Beijing is keen to work with India to advance bilateral relations on a “healthy and stable track.” His remarks followed President Droupadi Murmu’s congratulatory message to Chinese President Xi Jinping and the people
India to Host Inaugural Kho Kho World Cup in 2025
The Kho Kho Federation of India (KKFI) and the International Kho Kho Federation have announced that India will host the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup in 2025. This landmark event will feature 24 countries from six continents, including 16 teams each for men
WHO Chief Praises PM Modi on 10th Anniversary of Swachh Bharat Mission
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the significant achievements of the Swachh Bharat Mission on its 10th anniversary. He emphasized the mission’s role in advancing sustainable development goals and fostering community engagement for
Govinda issues first statement following bullet injury: “I was shot, and the bullet has been removed.”
Bollywood actor and Shiv Sena leader Govinda underwent emergency surgery at Criti Care Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai, on Tuesday after accidentally shooting himself in the leg due to a misfire from his licensed gun. Fortunately, he is now out of danger and recovering
Women’s T20 WC: Jemimah Rodrigues Aims to ‘Keep It Simple’ and Help India Secure the Title
Indian middle-order batter Jemimah Rodrigues is determined to contribute significantly to the team’s success in the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup in the UAE, starting October 3. With prior experience playing in the Gulf region, she emphasizes the importance of adapting to the
Shigeru Ishiba Elected as Japan’s Prime Minister
Shigeru Ishiba, leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), has been elected as the country’s new Prime Minister following a parliamentary vote on Tuesday. He succeeds Fumio Kishida. Both houses of the Japanese parliament approved Ishiba’s election after he won the LDP
FBI to Pay $22 Million to Settle Gender Discrimination Lawsuit
The FBI has agreed to a settlement of over $22 million in a class-action lawsuit that accused the agency of gender discrimination at its training academy. The lawsuit claimed that female recruits faced targeted dismissals and harassment, including sexually charged comments about their
California Governor Vetoes Controversial AI Bill
Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a contentious bill focused on artificial intelligence (AI) safety, drawing mixed reactions from stakeholders across the tech industry and advocacy groups. On Sunday, just a day before the deadline, Newsom vetoed Senate Bill 1047 (SB1047), known as the
South Korea to Launch Strategic Command in Response to North Korean Threats
South Korea is set to establish a new military command this week to enhance its defense capabilities against evolving nuclear and missile threats from North Korea, according to the defense ministry. The South Korean Strategic Command will be inaugurated on Tuesday, amid rising
The atmosphere was so relaxed’: Chess Olympiad winners share their experiences from meeting with PM Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted India’s young chess champions at his official residence to celebrate their historic victories at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, where both the men’s and women’s teams won their first gold medals. The teams presented Modi with a
Canada’s Prime Minister Trudeau survives a no-confidence vote in Parliament.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau successfully navigated a no-confidence vote on Wednesday, marking a significant test for his minority Liberal government, which has seen a decline in popularity after nine years in office. In a heated debate characterized by raised voices and slammed
Amit Shah to hold five election rallies in J&K.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to lead the BJP’s campaign for the third phase of Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. He will address five rallies, starting the day in Chenani, followed by a meeting in Udhampur, then rallies
US Congress passes short-term funding bill to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the elections.
The US Congress has overwhelmingly approved a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown. On Wednesday evening, the Senate voted 78-18 to pass the measure, following the House’s approval with a vote of 341-82. Opposition came solely from Republicans in both chambers,
Rahul Gandhi to Hold Two Rallies in J&K on Wednesday
Senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will conduct two campaign rallies in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. His schedule begins with an interaction at the Radisson hotel in Jammu, starting around 11:25 AM, where he
EAM Jaishankar Meets Global Officials for Discussions
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has met with officials from Asia, Europe, and Latin America on the sidelines of the UN high-level meetings to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss international and regional issues. His discussions began with France’s new Foreign Minister, Jean-Noel Barro,