Nine Palestinians Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Gaza
At least nine Palestinians have been killed and several others injured in an Israeli airstrike on a house in Jabalia, a town in the northern Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian sources. The airstrike targeted the residence of Dr. Akram al-Najjar of Al-Quds Open
Indian Space Startup Pixxel Secures NASA Contract to Enhance Earth Science Research
Indian space startup Pixxel has secured a NASA contract to support Earth science research through its advanced hyperspectral technology. The Bengaluru-based company has been included in NASA’s $476-million commercial smallsat data acquisition program, marking a milestone as the first Indian startup to achieve
MUDA Case Hearing Adjourned: Attorney General Says Governor Can’t Act as Investigator
The Karnataka High Court has adjourned the hearing of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s case against Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot to September 12. The case concerns a writ petition filed by CM Siddaramaiah challenging the Governor’s prosecution order in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA)
India and UAE Strengthen Strategic Partnership During Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Visit to Delhi
On Monday, President Droupadi Murmu welcomed Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, to Rashtrapati Bhavan, highlighting the “historic yet forward-looking” bilateral relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). She noted how visionary leadership
JP Nadda Visits Bihar for Two Days to Inaugurate Healthcare Facilities and Meet BJP Leaders
BJP National President and Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare J.P. Nadda arrived in Patna on Friday for a two-day visit. During his trip, Nadda will inaugurate five new healthcare facilities across the state and meet with party leaders. Upon arrival, Nadda
K’taka BJP Chief Vijayendra: Siddaramaiah’s Resignation Inevitable Over MUDA Scam
B.Y. Vijayendra, President of the Karnataka BJP, stated on Wednesday that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s resignation is inevitable in light of his alleged involvement in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam. Vijayendra emphasized that the suspension of the former MUDA Commissioner by
India Declares ‘New Chapter in Relations’ with Singapore Following Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have officially elevated their nations’ bilateral relationship to a “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership” during Modi’s two-day visit to Singapore. In a productive meeting on Thursday, the two leaders discussed a broad range of collaborative
Iran Summons UK Diplomat Over London’s Sanctions
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has summoned the British charge d’affaires in response to the UK’s recent imposition of sanctions on three Iranian individuals and one entity. The summons was conducted by Majid Nili Ahmadabadi, the ministry’s director for Western European affairs, following the UK’s
PM Modi Conducts Delegation-Level Talks with Brunei’s Sultan, Then Heads to Singapore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei conducted high-level talks on Wednesday, discussing a range of topics including defense, trade and investment, food security, education, energy, and space technology. The discussions, held at Istana Nurul Iman, aimed at enhancing
Maldives President Approves New FDI Act to Enhance Investor Confidence and Drive Economic Reforms
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has approved a new Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Act aimed at modernizing the country’s investment framework and boosting investor confidence, according to state media. The previous FDI Act, in place for 45 years, no longer reflected the current global
US Seizes Venezuelan President’s Airplane, Citing Sanction Violations
The U.S. has seized an aircraft belonging to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in the Dominican Republic, citing violations of sanctions laws, the Justice Department announced. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland stated, “This morning, the Justice Department seized an aircraft that we allege was
Israeli Operations Across West Bank Result in 29 Palestinian Deaths Since August 28
Since August 28, Israeli military operations across the West Bank have resulted in the deaths of 29 Palestinians and injuries to 121 others, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. The casualties include 18 people killed in Jenin, four in Tubas, and four in
4 people are dead and 2 others are injured following a shooting in Hawaii.
In a shooting incident in Honolulu County, Hawaii, four people, including the suspect, have been killed, and two others are injured, authorities reported. Around 11:15 p.m. local time on Saturday, police responded to a call from a residence in the Waianae Valley area.
K’taka CM’s case: ‘Decision followed due process’, SG defends Governor in HC (Ld)
Bengaluru, Aug 31 – The Karnataka High Court on Saturday resumed hearing the writ petition filed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah against Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot’s decision to give consent for his prosecution in the alleged irregularities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA).
Haryana ready for change of guard, Cong’s soaring vote share an indication: Udai Bhan
New Delhi, Aug 31 – Haryana Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) chief Udai Bhan on Saturday exuded confidence that the poll-bound state was ‘yearning’ for change and the recent shift in vote share (during Lok Sabha elections) gives enough hints on the grand old
Proptech platform Square Yards suffers about Rs 737 crore loss in last 3 fiscals
New Delhi, Aug 31 – While some new-age internet and tech companies continue to clock revenue growth, their losses are also soaring and proptech firm Square Yards is a perfect example. In the last three fiscals, the company has registered a loss of
Speedy development of entire South is govt’s priority: PM Modi
New Delhi, Aug 31 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that the development of southern states of the country is the priority of his government. Giving a brief summary of Budgetary allocations to Railways during UPA and NDA, PM Modi also
FPIs buying in Indian debt market as rupee remains stable this year
New Delhi, Aug 31 – Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have increased buying in the Indian debt market because the rupee has been stable this year and the stability is expected to continue, market watchers said on Saturday. Bulk of the buying that FPIs
K’taka Cong stages ‘Raj Bhavan Chalo’ protest march, asks Guv about pending pleas
Bengaluru, Aug 31 – The Karnataka Congress staged a ‘Raj Bhavan Chalo’ protest march on Saturday, condemning the Governor’s consent to prosecute Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case and questioning him over the delay in action against others.
RG Kar tragedy: Shreya Ghoshal postpones her Kolkata concert in protest
Kolkata, Aug 31 – Raising her voice of protest against the rape and murder of a junior doctor of RG Kar Medical College & Hospital earlier this month, acclaimed singer Shreya Ghoshal, on Saturday announced the decision to postpone her proposed live concert