Tourists stranded in Nepal as Gen Z protests force Kathmandu Airport shutdown

Nepal's unrest and regional stability

Nepal's crisis and regional echoes serve as a sobering reminder of vulnerabilities facing emergent democracies. India, while relatively stable, must heed these warnings and commit to deep reforms to preserve democratic values, social cohesion, and economic opportunity for all its citizens. 2 days ago
200 Jaipur passengers stranded in Nepal; Rajasthan Police sets up special cell for assistance

Nepal's Himalayan crucible: The 2025 political upheaval

The Nepal 2025 crisis is emblematic of a critical junction for many emerging democracies: an intersection where youthful digital dissent, systemic governance failure, and global strategic rivalry entangle unpredictably. 2 days ago
K'taka Ganesh visarjan violence: Mega immersion event in Maddur town amid tight security

K'taka Ganesh visarjan violence: Mega immersion event in Maddur town amid tight security

BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra, Leaders of the Opposition R. Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, along with other senior party leaders, are participating in the event. Following the directions of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy, the JD(S) party has also extended full support, with its state leaders participating. 2 days ago
Unlocking limitless potential of India-US ties: PM Modi responds to Trump's call for renewed trade talks

Unlocking limitless potential of India-US ties: PM Modi responds to Trump's call for renewed trade talks

"India and the US are close friends and natural partners. I am confident that our trade negotiations will pave the way for unlocking the limitless potential of the India-US partnership. Our teams are working to conclude these discussions at the earliest. I am also looking forward to speaking with President Trump. We will work together to secure a brighter, more prosperous future for both our people," PM Modi posted on X. 2 days ago
Army takes charge of law and order in Nepal

Army takes charge of law and order in Nepal

"It has been observed that various anarchist individuals and groups have infiltrated and are engaged in activities such as vandalism, arson, looting, and attempts at targeted attacks on individuals, under the name of the movement, and there remains a possibility of such incidents occurring," the Army clarified in a statement on Wednesday. 2 days ago
Mehraj Malik

NC, PDP face off over AAP MLA's arrest under PSA; political showdown ensues in J&K

The detention of AAP's lone MLA, Mehraj Din Malik, under the stringent PSA has triggered sharp reactions from both the ruling NC and opposition PDP. While the PDP accused the government of undermining democracy, Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather dismissed the claims as misleading, clarifying that neither the Assembly nor its Secretariat had a role in the arrest. 3 days ago