India

Amit Shah Begins Three-Day Visit to J&K Amid Political Shift, Security Concerns

Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Jammu on Sunday for a three-day visit to the Union Territory, marking his first tour since the formation of a new government led by Omar Abdullah. The visit comes amid heightened political activity and renewed security challenges in the region.

Apr 6, 2025

After passage from Parliament, Waqf Bill awaits President's nod: Details here

Waqf bill passed in parliment, awaits President's nod

The waqf bill, also known as Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024 is a legislation recently passed by Parliment of India. Govt responds to controversies regarding bill.

Apr 5, 2025

Political Row Again Erupts Over J&K Reservation Policy Review

The ongoing debate over reservation rules in Jammu and Kashmir again intensified after Peoples Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone raised concerns over a government affidavit submitted in the High Court, alleging the omission of a Cabinet Sub-Committee reviewing the issue.

Apr 5, 2025

Infiltration Attempts Foiled Along IB in Jammu, Pakistani Intruder Killed

Amid intensified search operations in Jammu's Kathua and Udhampur districts, the BSF successfully foiled an infiltration attempt along the International Border in the R S Pura sector, eliminating a Pakistani intruder.

Apr 5, 2025

Modi pays tribute to Babu Jagjivan Ram on his birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid heartfelt tributes to Babu Jagjivan Ram, the former Deputy Prime Minister of India, on the occasion of his birth anniversary.

Apr 5, 2025

Oil & Gas PSUs showcase innovation initiatives at Startup Mahakumbh 2025

Startup Mahakumbh 2025: Oil & Gas PSUs display innovation initiatives

Government-owned oil and gas majors have established robust frameworks to incubate, mentor and fund innovative startups which is reflected in a total of 32 PSU-backed startups participating in the ongoing Startup Mahakumbh 2025 in the national Capital.

Apr 5, 2025

PM Modi to visit Sri Lanka after attending BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand

India to strengthen maritime sector, ports: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the government will continue to strengthen the country's maritime sector and ports, which play a crucial role in driving India's progress and prosperity.

Apr 5, 2025

PM Modi to inaugurate Pamban Bridge in Rameswaram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the newly-constructed Pamban railway bridge in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu on Sunday.

Apr 5, 2025

Amit Shah to visit J&K for three days from April 6, hold security review meets

HM Shah visits Chhattisgarh, to review anti-Naxal operations in state

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will assess the progress of the ongoing anti-Naxal operations in Chhattisgarh on Saturday.

Apr 5, 2025

India steps up vigil against cheap Chinese imports amid US tariff hike

US tariffs: India steps up vigil against dumping of cheaper Chinese goods

India has stepped up vigil to prevent the dumping of cheap Chinese imports in the country after the steep US tariff hike on the goods exported by the Communist country.

Apr 5, 2025

Shiv Sena urges online ticketing platform not to provide service to Kunal Kamra

BookMyShow removes all of Kamra's content, delists him; Sena thanks platform

In a major blow to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra, online ticketing platform BookMyShow on Saturday removed all content related to him and also removed him from the list of artists listed on its portal.

Apr 5, 2025

India remains attractive destination for global capital: Experts

India still attractive destination for FDIs, say experts

With a strong economic outlook, policy reforms and a resilient market, India remains an attractive destination for global capital, experts said on Saturday.

Apr 5, 2025

New antiviral chewing gum may fight infection, curb spread of flu & herpes virus

A team of US researchers have developed a new antiviral chewing gum that showed the potential to substantially reduce viral loads of two herpes simplex viruses and two influenza A strains in experimental models.

Apr 5, 2025

CM Rekha Gupta presents Rs 1 lakh crore Budget for Delhi, says 'largest ever'

Ayushman Bharat scheme to be launched in Delhi today

The much-anticipated Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) is set to be officially launched in Delhi on Saturday, marking a significant step towards expanding healthcare access for the city's most vulnerable populations.

Apr 5, 2025

J&K LG Manoj Sinha Defends Officer Transfers Amid Political Row

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has defended his decision to transfer 48 JKAS officers, asserting that all actions were taken within the constitutional framework of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act 2019.

Apr 5, 2025