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SCO nations back open, fair, multilateral trading system amid US tariff turmoil

"Member States oppose unilateral coercive measures, including those of an economic nature, that contravene the UN Charter and other norms of international law, the rules and principles of the World Trade Organisation, damaging the interests of international security, including its food and energy components, negatively affecting the global economy, undermining fair competition, hindering international cooperation and the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals," the joint declaration states.

Sep 1, 2025

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Putin, says India and Russia 'always walked shoulder-to-shoulder'

"It is a great pleasure to meet you, and I always request that every meeting with you becomes a memorable one. It provides an opportunity to exchange a lot of information. We remain in constant contact and have held several bilateral meetings," PM Modi said in his opening remarks during the meeting.

Sep 1, 2025

Jammu-Srinagar national highway partially restored for vehicular movement

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited the national highway on Sunday and said later that complete restoration could take 20-25 days, but an alternate route had been made available for traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar highway.

Sep 1, 2025

Army foils infiltration bid in J&K's Poonch

"Troops noticed suspicious movement along the LoC and immediately opened fire. The resulting encounter led to intense firing between the Army and the suspected infiltrators. The operation is still underway, and further details are awaited," officials stated.

Sep 1, 2025

6.0 magnitude quake strikes Afghanistan: Over 600 dead, more than 1,000 injured

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck the eastern part of Afghanistan at 11:47 p.m. local time on August 31, with its epicentre 27 km at a depth of eight km, according to the US Geological Survey, Xinhua news agency reported quoting the RTA.

Sep 1, 2025

As PM Modi, Putin walk past happily, PAK PM Shehbaz Sharif seen alone in a corner

Earlier, striking visuals had emerged of Prime Minister Modi in an informal interaction with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Putin, capturing a rare lighthearted moment among the three world leaders. The images showed all three leaders smiling and conversing, reminiscent of a similar photo taken during the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia.

Sep 1, 2025

PM Modi slams double standards on terror, recalls Pahalgam attack at SCO Summit

"In the last 24 years, SCO has played a significant role in connecting the extended family of the Eurasia region. India, as a crucial member, has always played a positive role. India's vision and policy for the SCO is based on three important pillars. S for Security, C for Connectivity and O for Opportunity," he said.

Sep 1, 2025

Russia shares 'video of the day' as PM Modi, Putin, Xi Jinping share warm moment at SCO Summit

The SCO Summit, hosted by China this year, formally began on Sunday. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, founded by China in 2001, is a regional political, economic, and security grouping that includes India, China, Russia, and five other member states.

Sep 1, 2025

Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra Suspended for Sixth Day; Railways Runs Special Trains for Stranded Pilgrims

The Mata Vaishno Devi Yatra remained suspended for the sixth successive day following the August 26 cloudburst-triggered landslide in Trikuta Hills, Reasi, that claimed 34 lives and injured 18 others. To assist stranded devotees, Northern Railways announced three special trains from Jammu to New Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata.

Aug 31, 2025

A sight to behold: PM Modi highlights sports milestones hosted in J&K

Speaking during the 125th episode of his monthly radio address, 'Mann Ki Baat', the Prime Minister said, "Amidst the devastation caused by floods and rains, Jammu and Kashmir has also achieved some remarkable milestones that have gone largely unnoticed. Once you learn about them, you will feel immense joy. In J&K's Pulwama, a record number of people gathered at a stadium to witness the first-ever day-night cricket match in the region, a feat previously thought impossible."

Aug 31, 2025

Indore-bound Air India flight lands back in Delhi after mid-air engine signal

"Flight AI2913, operating from Delhi to Indore on 31 August, air-returned to Delhi shortly after take-off, as the cockpit crew received a fire indication for the right engine. Following standard procedure, the cockpit crew elected to shut down the engine and returned to Delhi, where the flight landed safely," the Tata Group-owned airline stated.

Aug 31, 2025

'Only 871gm of ganja', Delhi HC grants bail to man booked in NDPS case

A single-judge Bench of Justice Girish Kathpalia noted that only 871 grams of ganja were recovered directly from the applicant, Abdul Malik alias Parvez. "The only incriminating evidence against the accused/applicant is the recovery of 871 grams of ganja, which is a small quantity and possession whereof is a bailable offence," Justice Kathpalia said.

Aug 31, 2025

Committed to taking relations forward on basis of mutual trust, sensitivity: PM Modi tells Xi Jinping

The meeting, focused on strengthening bilateral ties and building on recent progress in India-China relations, was held on the sidelines of the two-day Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. This also comes against the backdrop of US tariff threats.

Aug 31, 2025

Justice at crossroads: Judiciary, executive, and search for balance

The health of a democracy depends not only on the text of its Constitution but on the living practices of its institutions. The government must curb its impulses for overreach, and the judiciary must overcome its silences, delays, and internal controversies to reassert its role as the ultimate guardian of constitutionalism.

Aug 31, 2025

Shocking and shameful: BJP on Mahua Moitra's 'anti-Hindu', 'casteist' remarks

"On 28th August, at a Trinamool workers' meet in Karimpur Block-2, TMC MP Mahua Moitra made shocking and shameful remarks against Sanatanis, specifically targeting the Namasudra community. She mocked Hindus by saying: 'All year you're Trinamooli, and during elections Sanatani?'— openly declaring that one cannot be a Hindu and a Trinamool supporter at the same time!" Malviya wrote.

Aug 31, 2025