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India–US Critical Minerals Pact: Strategic Crossroads for India's Sovereign Industrial Future in New Geopolitics

The India–US Critical Minerals Framework marks a major strategic shift as rare earth minerals become central to global technological, military, AI, semiconductor, and clean-energy competition. India holds one of the world's largest rare earth reserves. Experts warn that the real challenge is not mining but building sovereign refining, processing, and manufacturing capabilities. 25 days ago
Delhi Hotel Fire Tragedy: 21 Dead, Dozens Injured in Massive Blaze at Malviya Nagar Restaurant Building

Who is Lokesh Bajaj? Hotel owner under scanner after deadly Delhi fire

Preliminary findings suggest serious regulatory and safety violations. Officials suspect that although the property was registered as a Bed and Breakfast (B&B) facility with permission to operate only six rooms, nearly 25 rooms were allegedly being used to accommodate guests. 25 days ago
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Opposition Mocks Omar Abdullah's Dachigam Retreat as 'Picnic', CM Defends Off-Site Review

A day-long off-site review and strategy meeting of NC legislators, ministers, and MPs at Dachigam National Park triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties in J&K. BJP leader Sunil Sharma described the gathering as a "picnic" and an "eyewash", while People's Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone mocked the choice of venue, calling it symbolic of an "isolated" government. 25 days ago