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On Teachers’ Day, PM Modi Calls on Teachers to Tackle Screen Time and Drug Addiction Among Students

On the eve of Teachers’ Day 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on India’s educators to take a lead role in addressing two growing...

India in Continuous Touch with Ukraine and Russia to Help End War, Says Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Friday that India remains in continuous touch with both Ukraine and Russia, working to develop ideas that...

ISRO’s GSLV-F17 Puts India’s First Geosynchronous Imaging Satellite EOS-05 Into Orbit

In a major boost to India’s space and security capabilities, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the GSLV-F17 rocket carrying the...

India to Seal U.S. Trade Deal Only After Securing Tariff Edge, Says Piyush Goyal

India will announce the final details of its Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) with the United States only after Washington offers a preferential tariff rate...

Jaishankar in Ukraine and Poland: India’s Push for Dialogue Amid War

External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar is on a three-day official visit to Ukraine and Poland from September 3 to 5, 2026, holding high-level...

Modi at SCO 2026: 10-point push on terror, connectivity and dialogue

Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, to push a clear, outcome-focused agenda for the 10-member...

India’s Q1 GDP Grows 7.8%: Manufacturing and Services Power Expansion

India’s economy expanded 7.8% in the April–June quarter of FY27 (Q1 FY27), faster than the 6.9% growth in the same period last year but...

Modi meets Iran’s Pezeshkian at SCO: Push for regional peace and safe sea lanes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, on Monday,...

Strengthening Ties in Central Asia: PM Modi Begins 4-Day Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan To Boost Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a four-day, two-nation visit to Central Asia, with stops in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan from August 29 to September...

Lionel Messi Retires from International Football: Argentina Legend Ends 21-Year Career

Lionel Messi has officially retired from international football, bringing an end to his 21-year journey with the Argentina national team. The 39-year-old confirmed the...

ECLGS 5.0: Guarantee cover limited to ₹2.5 lakh crore, first‑come‑first‑served till cap hits

The Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 will now function only until its allocated guarantee cover is fully used up, not necessarily until...

India, Canada move closer to $70 bn trade goal as New Delhi offers fast‑track investment treaty talks

India has formally offered to begin negotiations on a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) with Canada “at the earliest”, as the two countries set an ambitious goal...

India–China Border Talks: Push for Early Delimitation and River Data Deal

India and China have agreed to speed up work on an “early and substantial harvest” of boundary delimitation and to hold the next meeting...

India’s FDI Inflows Hit 15‑Year High: $30.7 Billion in Q1 FY27

India has recorded its strongest quarterly foreign direct investment (FDI) inflow in 15 years. Between April and June 2026, the country attracted $30.7 billion in...

India Targets FTAs Covering 75% of Global Trade: Piyush Goyal

India is negotiating free trade agreements (FTAs) with eight to nine additional country groups and individual nations, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said...

Sugar Prices Surge in India: 5 Real Reasons Behind the Spike

If you’ve noticed your monthly grocery bill creeping up, you’re not alone. Retail sugar prices in India have jumped sharply in recent weeks, rising...

RBI Deputy Governor Calls for Responsible AI Use in Banking, Says Human Judgement Must Remain Central

RBI Deputy Governor Shirish Chandra Murmu has urged Indian banks to adopt artificial intelligence and other technologies to improve credit access, reach new borrowers...

India-Singapore Talks Aim to Deepen Strategic and Economic Partnership

India and Singapore are working to strengthen their strategic partnership through high-level ministerial discussions covering trade, technology, investment and connectivity. The fourth India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable...

U.S. Envoy Sergio Gor Calls J&K an Important Part of India, Signals Travel Advisory Review

U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor has described Jammu and Kashmir as “an important part of India” during his first visit to the Union...

India FY27 Growth Seen at 6.8% as West Asia Tensions and El Niño Cloud Outlook

India’s economy is expected to grow at 6.8% in FY27 (2026–27), slower than the 7.6% pace seen in FY26, as global and weather-related risks start to...

PM CARES Fund Donations Rise to ₹480 Crore, but Spending Remains Minimal

The PM CARES Fund received nearly ₹480 crore in donations during the financial year 2024–25, marking a reported 592% increase over the previous year....

Cauvery Water Dispute: Why Karnataka and Tamil Nadu Are Clashing Again

The long-running Cauvery water sharing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu has intensified again after a weak monsoon reduced water inflows into Karnataka’s reservoirs. The latest disagreement...

Bangladesh PM’s India visit in focus: Envoy says talks can resolve ties, hopes for early trip

India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, has expressed hope that Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s proposed visit to New Delhi will take place...

ONGC Wins U.S. Approval to Restart Venezuela Operations, Targets Bigger Role

State-run Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has received approval from the United States to resume full operations in Venezuela. The licence issued by...

PM Modi I-Day Speech: Viksit Bharat Vision, Sapta Dhara Framework, and Youth Empowerment Announcements

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the historic Red Fort on Saturday, marking India's 80th Independence Day and the 150th anniversary...

President Murmu Calls Students Architects of India’s Future, Promises Exam Reforms

President Droupadi Murmu has described students as the “architects of India’s future” in her address to the nation on the eve of Independence Day....

CAG Exposes CPWD Cost Inflation: 93% Projects Overestimated, ₹513 Crore Excess Drawn

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has uncovered serious financial lapses in the functioning of the Central Public Works Department (CPWD), revealing...

Monsoon Session Ends in Chaos as Parliament’s Productivity Plummets

The Monsoon Session of Parliament ended on August 13 after weeks of protests, political confrontation and repeated disruptions. The Centre had planned to push...

India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 4.45% in July as Food and Fuel Costs Surge

India’s retail inflation increased to 4.45% in July 2026, marking a 19-month high, as food and fuel-related costs placed renewed pressure on household budgets. Inflation...

Lok Sabha Clears Mining Law Amendment Without Debate as Opposition Protests

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026 by voice vote without any discussion, even as Opposition MPs rushed into the...

NASA invites ISRO to join Moon Base programme: What it means for India

NASA has formally invited the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to join its Moon Base programme, a major push to build humanity’s first permanent...

President Murmu Approves Law Giving Vande Mataram Legal Protection

President Droupadi Murmu has given her assent to a Bill that provides legal protection to Vande Mataram, India’s national song. The legislation brings the song...

India’s Russian Oil Imports Rise as US Tariff Threat Grows

Russia’s share in India’s oil imports has reportedly climbed to 48%, marking a sharp increase in New Delhi’s dependence on Russian crude. The rise...

PM Modi Hosts India’s Commonwealth Games 2026 Medal Winners at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted India’s medal winners from the Commonwealth Games 2026 at his official residence, 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi. The...

SHIELD Bill 2025: BJP MP Proposes Parental Consent for Children on Social Media

BJP MP Baijayant Panda has listed a Private Member’s Bill seeking stronger safeguards for children using social media and online gaming platforms. The proposed legislation,...

UPI Charges Bill Explained: What the New Law Means for You

The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026—often called the ToLA Bill—that opens the door for banks and payment firms...

Assam Floods Turn Deadly Again: Why the State Is Reeling and What Is Next

Assam is facing one of its most serious flood crises in years. Heavy rain, swollen rivers and fresh inundation have kept several districts underwater,...

India Plans Tax Relief for Offshore Funds and Electronics Manufacturing

The Indian government is preparing a fresh tax push aimed at attracting global capital and strengthening manufacturing. The proposed changes would ease rules for...

India’s Glasgow Commonwealth Games Performance: 39 Medals, Fourth Place Finish

India delivered a solid performance at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, finishing fourth in the overall medal table with 39 medals. The Indian contingent won...

FPIs End Four-Month Selling Streak With ₹20,200 Crore July Inflow

Foreign portfolio investors, or FPIs, ended their four-month selling streak in July by investing about ₹20,200 crore in Indian equities. The rebound is an...

Centre Front-Loads ₹1.09 Lakh Crore Tax Devolution to States

The Centre has released an additional ₹1.09 lakh crore as tax devolution to state governments, giving them an early boost in funds before the...

India’s Commonwealth Games Journey So Far: Medals, Milestones and Key Highlights

India has continued to make its presence felt at the Commonwealth Games with a strong medal run in the latest edition. So far, the...

Cabinet Approves ₹84,084 Crore Samudra Manthan Scheme to Boost Offshore Oil and Gas Exploration

The Union Cabinet has approved a major offshore energy plan called the Samudra Manthan scheme, with a total outlay of ₹84,084 crore. The scheme is aimed...

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 9: Rajya Sabha Takes Up Exam Bill, Lok Sabha Passes Vande Mataram Law

On Day 9 of the Parliament Monsoon Session, the Rajya Sabha took up the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 for...

India’s Industrial Growth Hits 23-Month High at 7.3% in June 2026

India’s industrial growth rose to a 23-month high of 7.3% in June 2026, showing a stronger pace of economic activity across key sectors. The...

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 6: Lok Sabha Adjourned Amid Opposition Protest, No Debate on Anti-Paper Leak Bill

The Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha were both adjourned for the day on Day 6 of the Parliament Monsoon Session as Opposition protests disrupted...

PM Modi sets up Nandan Nilekani-led task force to reform exams

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a high-powered task force to look into reforms in India’s examination system. The panel will be led by...

Pralhad Joshi Gets Additional Charge of Education Ministry After Dharmendra Pradhan’s Exit

Pralhad Joshi has been given additional charge of the Union Education Ministry after Dharmendra Pradhan stepped down from the post. The decision was taken...

Dharmendra Pradhan Steps Down as Union Education Minister as Student Movement Scales Up Across India

In a major political development, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, taking moral responsibility following weeks...

DRDO Successfully Tests Kusha Missile in Major Boost to India’s Air Defence

The Defence Research and Development Organisation has successfully carried out the maiden flight test of the Kusha long-range surface-to-air missile from APJ Abdul Kalam...

CJP Rejects Centre’s Talks Offer, Calls July 24 Nationwide Protest Over Police Brutality

The ongoing protest at Jantar Mantar took a fresh turn on Thursday as CJP rejected the Centre’s offer for talks at BJP president J.P....

Supreme Court Declines Urgent Plea Over Police Action During CJP March

The Supreme Court on Wednesday declined an urgent plea seeking action over alleged police excesses during a student protest linked to the CJP Parliament...

Beyond Resignation: Why India’s Paper Leak Crisis Demands More Than Political Accountability

The demand for accountability echoed loudly at Jantar Mantar as students gathered to protest repeated examination paper leaks. Placards called for the resignation of...

Delhi CJP protest turns tense as Wangchuk continues hunger strike, police clear marchers, talks begin

The Delhi CJP protest entered a tense phase on Monday as activist Sonam Wangchuk said he would continue his hunger strike, even as police...

Spain crush Argentina to win second World Cup as Torres strikes in extra time

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in a hard-fought World Cup final after extra time, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal to seal their second...

72nd National Film Awards: Article 370 Wins Best Feature Film, Mammootty Named Best Actor

The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards have been announced, with Article 370 winning the award for Best Feature Film. The announcement brought major attention...

FIFA 2026: England stun France 6-4 in bronze match thriller

England produced a dramatic 6-4 win over France in the World Cup bronze medal match, capping a chaotic and unforgettable contest. The game had...

Spain vs Argentina: Road to the 2026 World Cup Final Explained

Spain and Argentina have reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup final through very different journeys. Spain have looked calm, balanced, and tactical throughout the...

Sonam Wangchuk Shifted to Hospital After 21-Day Hunger Strike at Jantar Mantar

Climate activist and education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk was shifted from the protest site at Jantar Mantar to Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi on...

Messi slams Argentina critics: “Nothing was handed to us”

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has dismissed criticism that his team received special treatment on the road to the World Cup final. Responding to online...

Sonam Wangchuk Loses Over 9 Kg on 19th Day of Hunger Strike, Remains Under Medical Watch

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has lost more than 9 kg after 19 days of his hunger strike, raising fresh concern about his health. According...

US Senators Unveil Revised Bill to Impose 100% Tariffs on India, Other Russian Oil Buyers

A group of U.S. senators has introduced a revised bill that could impose tariffs of up to 100% on India and four other countries...

India-U.K. Trade Deal Comes Into Force on July 15, Opening Near-Universal Market Access

India and the United Kingdom are set to begin a new phase in their economic ties as the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, or...

India’s retail inflation rises to 4.38% in June as food prices stay elevated

India’s retail inflation rose to 4.38% in June 2026, according to government data released on Monday. The rise came after inflation stood at 3.93%...

15 Indian tourists die after boat capsizes near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island

At least 15 Indian tourists died when a boat capsized near Phu Quoc Island in southern Vietnam on Saturday, according to reports. Rescue teams...

RBI launches 3 key surveys to gauge inflation, consumer confidence and rural sentiment

The Reserve Bank of India has launched three key household surveys to gather inputs for its monetary policy decisions. The surveys are designed to...

Tanker hit by unidentified projectile in Strait of Hormuz, no casualties reported

A tanker was hit by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO)....

Modi’s Indonesia Visit Opens a New Chapter in Bilateral Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Indonesia has opened a fresh chapter in India-Indonesia relations. During his talks with President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta,...

India keeps Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance until Pakistan ends support for cross-border terror

India has said the Indus Waters Treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan permanently stops supporting cross-border terrorism. The government’s position comes amid fresh...

Gulf oil exports rise in June as UAE shipments hit record high

Gulf oil exports rose sharply in June, driven by a record increase in shipments from the United Arab Emirates, according to ship-tracking data cited...

India, Japan unveil major roadmap to deepen ties across energy, defence and technology

India and Japan have announced a new and ambitious roadmap to expand cooperation in energy, defence, technology and economic security. The two countries unveiled a...

Over 100 Indians and Pakistanis urge Modi, Shehbaz to restart dialogue, revive ties

More than 100 prominent individuals from India and Pakistan have appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to reopen...

India manufacturing PMI slips to 54.2 in June as factory growth loses pace

India’s manufacturing sector grew at a slower pace in June 2026, with the purchasing managers’ index, or PMI, slipping to 54.2 from 55.0 in...

Modi calls for making the Indian Ocean an “Ocean of Opportunity” during Seychelles visit

India has outlined a clear vision for the Indian Ocean: it should become an “Ocean of Opportunity.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the remark...

Rubio says Trump likely to visit India early next year, flags strong ties with Modi

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that President Donald Trump is likely to visit India early next year, as Washington and New...

Ram Temple Donation Row: 8 Accused Sent to Police Custody, ₹79.85 Lakh Recovered

Eight people arrested in the Ram temple donation row have been sent to police custody till June 29, while investigators have recovered ₹79.85 lakh...

Amazon to Invest Additional $13 Billion in India, Expand Cloud, AI and Delivery Network

Amazon has announced an additional $13 billion investment in India, marking a major push into cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and logistics. The announcement came...

India eyes 100 GW pumped storage as global hydropower shifts to “water battery”

Focus key phrase: Slug: Meta description: Keywords: Article India is setting an ambitious target of 100 GW of pumped storage capacity by 2035-36 as the global hydropower sector increasingly...

Goyal, Greer Open India-U.S. Trade Talks to Push First-Phase Pact

India and the United States have begun a fresh round of trade talks as Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met U.S. Trade Representative...

Wang Yi pushes India, China to revive stalled dialogue, says ties are improving

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on India and China to speed up the revival of stalled dialogue mechanisms, according to the Chinese...

Indian Fintech Founder Kunal Shah Appointed as WhatsApp’s New Global CEO

Meta has announced a major leadership shift at WhatsApp, appointing Indian fintech entrepreneur Kunal Shah as the messaging platform's new global CEO. Shah, who founded the...

Seven Women Killed in Ammonia Gas Leak at Tiruvallur Seafood Factory

A deadly ammonia gas leak at a private seafood processing factory in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district has killed seven women workers and hospitalised over...

PM Modi Leads Yoga Day Celebration in Kolkata as India Marks 12th Edition with Political Focus on Wellness Diplomacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading the main national celebration of International Yoga Day 2026 at Kolkata's historic Red Road on Sunday, June 21,...

India Demands $900M Steel Quota to Break UK Trade Deal Deadlock

India and the United Kingdom wrapped up trade negotiations a year ago, yet their landmark Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has not yet...

Von der Leyen Announces India-EU FTA by Year-End: Modi-Trump G7 Talks Focus on Trade, Defence, Critical Minerals

The second day of the G7 Summit in Évian, France, took centre stage on Wednesday (June 17, 2026), with world leaders grappling with security risks from...

Modi and Trump Shake Hands at G7: First Public Meeting After 16 Months

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump exchanged a warm handshake at the G7 Summit in Évian, France, on June 15, 2026,...

Wholesale Inflation Surges to 9.68% in May: Fuel, Food, and Manufactured Goods Drive Price Spike

India's wholesale inflation accelerated to 9.68% in May 2026, marking a significant increase from April's 8.26% and representing the highest wholesale price rise in more...

Modi and Macron Unite in Nice: Bharat Innovates 2026 Puts India’s Deep-Tech on Global Stage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron warmly inaugurated Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice today, marking a strong step forward in India-France tech cooperation. The...

Five IAF Warriors Sacrifice Lives as AN-32 Crashes During Landing at Jorhat Airbase

A tragic accident claimed the lives of five Indian Air Force personnel on Saturday when an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while attempting to land...

Retail Inflation Hits 16-Month Peak at 3.93% as Food and Fuel Prices Climb

India's retail inflation climbed to 3.93% in May 2026, marking a 16-month high as food prices rose and higher fuel costs increased transport expenses,...

Kerala Nipah Alert: Patient on Ventilator as 77 Contacts Monitored, No Symptoms Reported

Kerala's health department has intensified containment measures after the National Institute of Virology in Pune confirmed a Nipah virus infection in a 43-year-old man...

3 Indian Sailors Killed in US Strike on Iranian Oil Tanker Off Oman – India Condemns Attack

Three Indian sailors have been confirmed dead after the United States military launched a precision strike on an oil tanker in the Gulf of...

BRICS Agriculture Summit Opens in Indore: Global Leaders Unite to Tackle Food Security, Smart Farming, and Farmer Welfare

A significant five-day BRICS meeting has commenced in Indore on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, bringing together officials from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South...

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