Digital Life Certificate Campaign boosts pension reform
The Digital Life Certificate Campaign has transformed pension disbursal for the elderly, said Union Minister Jitendra Singh, highlighting its use of facial recognition to eliminate in-person bank visits. Addressing civil servants at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Singh said
SIA conducts multiple raids across Kashmir in terror probe
The State Investigation Agency (SIA) on Saturday launched simultaneous raids at 11 locations across Kashmir in an ongoing investigation into terror-related activities. Supported by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), the raids took place in Srinagar, Ganderbal, Handwara, Sopore, and Baramulla. These actions
Supreme Court dismisses plea on alleged Rohingya deportation into sea, questions credibility of claims
The Supreme Court on Friday (May 16) questioned and expressed disbelief at a writ petition which alleged that 43 Rohingyas, including children, women and elderly, and individuals with serious health conditions such as cancer, were forcibly deported by the Indian Government to Myanmar after throwing
Donald Trump tells Tim Cook to stop Apple manufacturing in India
During his state visit to Qatar, U.S. President Donald Trump publicly urged Apple CEO Tim Cook to stop manufacturing in India and focus instead on production within the United States. The remarks come at a sensitive time, as tensions simmer between Washington and
Afghan FM backs India, rejects false claims in call with Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone call with Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi on Thursday, thanking him for condemning the Pahalgam terror attack and rejecting attempts to create distrust between India and Afghanistan. “Deeply appreciate his condemnation of the
UAE and US Presidents discuss deeper partnership in Abu Dhabi
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US President Donald Trump held high-level talks in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, reaffirming their countries’ commitment to strengthening a strategic partnership that spans over five decades. The two leaders met at the Presidential Palace
India hosts UN Vesak panel on Buddha’s teachings
India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York marked the International Day of Vesak on Friday by hosting a panel discussion titled “Teachings of Gautama Buddha – A Path to Internal and Global Peace.” The event brought together diplomats, scholars, and
Pakistan deputy PM mocked for citing fake image in praise of air force
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has faced widespread criticism after quoting a fake image in Parliament that falsely claimed praise for the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) from the UK’s Daily Telegraph. During a parliamentary session on Thursday, Dar lauded
New York State Senate marks 75th anniversary of Indian Constitution
The New York State Senate has adopted a resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution. Introduced by Indian-origin Senator Jeremy Cooney, the resolution honors India’s democratic values and its shared commitment with the United States to liberty, justice, and equality. Speaking
Celebi Aviation suspended at Bengaluru airport over Turkey-Pakistan row
The Indian government has suspended the operations of Turkish company Celebi Aviation at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, citing national security concerns. Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) confirmed the move, stating the suspension follows a directive from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security
Rajnath Singh slams IMF over Pakistan bailout
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday strongly criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for approving a $2.1 billion bailout for Pakistan, saying it amounts to indirect financing of terrorism. Speaking at the Indian Air Force base in Bhuj, Singh stated, “The IMF should
Balochistan declares independence: India watches closely as Pakistan faces internal rebellion
By Dr. Avi Verma | IndoUS Tribune A major geopolitical shift is unfolding on Pakistan’s western border as the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has declared Balochistan’s independence from Pakistan. This dramatic move follows a surge of coordinated attacks by the BLA on Pakistani
Trump claims India offering zero-tariff trade deal to US
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that India is offering a bilateral trade agreement that would eliminate tariffs on a wide range of American products. “They are offering us a deal where basically they are willing to literally charge us no tariffs,”
India open to talks with Pakistan only on terrorism: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday reaffirmed that India is open to dialogue with Pakistan only on terrorism, making the country’s position clear following the successful Operation Sindoor. “The Prime Minister has made it very clear — the only talks with Pakistan
India will deal with Pakistan strictly bilaterally: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated on Thursday that India’s approach to Pakistan remains strictly bilateral, reaffirming a long-standing national policy. “Our relations, our dealings with Pakistan will be bilateral and strictly bilateral. That is the national consensus and there is absolutely no
Putin approves delegation for renewed Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved the composition of a high-level delegation for fresh talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, reviving a dialogue suspended since 2022. The Kremlin confirmed that the Russian delegation will be led by Presidential Aide Vladimir Medinsky and include key
Venezuelan toddler returned home after US deportation sparks outcry
A two-year-old Venezuelan girl, Maikelys Antonella Espinoza Bernal, who was separated from her mother and held by US authorities, has been returned to Venezuela amid growing outrage over her detention. She arrived on Wednesday at Simon Bolivar International Airport in Maiquetia aboard a
Encounter breaks out between terrorists and forces in J&K’s Tral
A fierce encounter broke out on Thursday between security forces and terrorists hiding in the Nader area of Tral, in Jammu and Kashmir’s Awantipora sub-division. According to police, the gunfight began after security forces launched a cordon and search operation based on specific
Pakistan urges India to lift suspension of Indus Waters Treaty
Pakistan has reportedly appealed to India to reconsider the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty following a deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, allegedly backed by Pakistan. The April 22 attack claimed 26 civilian lives, prompting India to halt the decades-old
Indian delegation at UN pushes to declare TRF a terrorist group
An Indian delegation met top UN counter-terrorism officials on Wednesday to push for The Resistance Front (TRF) to be designated an international terrorist organization, following last month’s deadly Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people. The delegation, including Indian intelligence officials, presented evidence to