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Blocked 43 OTT platforms so far to curb explicit, insensitive content: Ashwini Vaishnaw

"Part-III of the rules provides for a Code of Ethics for digital news publishers and publishers of online curated content (OTT platforms). OTT platforms are under obligation to not transmit any content which is prohibited by law for the time being in force," informed Union Electronics and IT Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, in the Lok Sabha.

Jul 30, 2025

Pakistan resumes drone narcotics push: After recovery in Samba, Rs 2cr worth heroin seized in Kathua

After a two-month lull following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan has reportedly resumed cross-border drone activity, attempting to smuggle narcotics into Jammu and Kashmir. On Tuesday, security forces recovered 500 grams of heroin worth over ₹2 crore in Kathua district, shortly after it was dropped by a Pakistani drone.

Jul 30, 2025

Two terrorists killed, infiltrator attempt foiled on LoC in J&K's Poonch area; arms seized

In a significant security breakthrough, Indian forces have killed five terrorists in two separate operations within 48 hours in Jammu and Kashmir. On Wednesday, two infiltrators were eliminated near the Line of Control in Poonch during 'Operation Shiv Shakti'.

Jul 30, 2025

Stay strong and safe: Trump's message after tsunami warning in parts of US

Taking to X, Trump posted, "Due to a massive earthquake that occurred in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning is in effect for those living in Hawaii. A Tsunami Watch is in effect for Alaska and the Pacific Coast of the United States. Japan is also in the way. Please visit https://tsunami.gov for the latest information. Stay strong and stay safe!"

Jul 30, 2025

ISRO-NASA joint satellite 'NISAR' to launch today from Sriharikota

Speaking to reporters at the Chennai airport on Sunday night (July 27), Narayanan added, "It can take pictures of the Earth 24 hours a day in all weather conditions and the satellite can detect landslides, aid in disaster management and monitor climate change."

Jul 30, 2025

UK to recognise State of Palestine in September unless Israel commits to long-term peace

In a statement, Downing Street called on Israel to immediately allow the United Nations to resume the delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza to prevent starvation, agree to a ceasefire, and clearly state that there will be no annexations in the West Bank.

Jul 30, 2025

Tsunami waves hit parts of Japan after 8.7-magnitude earthquake

The massive 8.7-magnitude quake struck off the coast of Kamchatka Peninsula, causing significant concern across the Pacific basin. The quake, centred approximately 119 kilometres (74 miles) from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, a Russian city with a population of around 180,000, triggered immediate tsunami alerts across multiple countries.

Jul 30, 2025

"US tipped us off, no one asked us to stop": PM Modi rejects Trump's ceasefire claim

PM Modi recounted a significant interaction with U.S. Vice-President J D Vance on May 9. Vance attempted to reach Modi while he was in a meeting with the army. Upon returning the call, Vance informed Modi of Pakistan's plans for a major attack.

Jul 29, 2025

India's V-BAT bet: A billion-dollar turn in strategic warfare

In an age when wars are increasingly won before the first shot is fired, it is not just the strength of your missile but the speed of your mind and machine that matters.

Jul 29, 2025

Strategy at machine speed: The end of divide between fighter and thinker

The relevance of Butler's insight is even more urgent today, in an age where machines are not only fighting but also thinking. The future belongs to those who can fuse action with abstraction, speed with sense, and code with courage.

Jul 29, 2025

Congress to sponsor education of children orphaned in Poonch by Pakistani shelling

Acting on the instructions of Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi, the Jammu and Kashmir Congress has announced educational sponsorship for 24 children who lost one or both parents during Pakistani shelling in Poonch district earlier this year.

Jul 29, 2025

Congress now dependent on Pakistan for political issues: PM Modi

PM Modi's remarks came during a special session of Parliament dedicated to national security and the aftermath of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.

Jul 29, 2025

Made in India drones and missiles wreaked havoc in Pakistan: PM Modi in Op Sindoor debate

PM Modi also recalled his statement, the first after the April 22 attack, where he publicly said that terrorists as well as their masters will be buried in soil and they will get punishment beyond their imagination.

Jul 29, 2025

Op Sindoor debate: Rahul Gandhi attacks government over political will

Joining the Op Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha, the Congress MP said that the government lacked political will in punishing the Pahalgam perpetrators, teaching the enemy a lesson and also went to drew a comparison with the 1971 war, when the then government bifurcated Pakistan into two parts.

Jul 29, 2025

Mallikarjun Kharge returning to state politics? Parameshwara says "nothing wrong in it"

"There is nothing wrong in it. He holds a key decision-making position in our party. He is the one who decides who should be chosen as the Chief Minister. He is the AICC President. If he decides to return to state politics, no one should take it otherwise," Parameshwara stated. Kharge's statement has reignited the debate on the possibility of a 'Dalit Chief Minister' within the Congress party.

Jul 29, 2025