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Russia and US agree for Trump-Putin meeting in coming days: Kremlin aide

While speaking to reporters, Ushakov stated that Trump and Putin, at the suggestion of the US side, will hold a meeting in the coming days. He noted that the meeting between leaders of two nations is being worked out by officials of Russia and the US, Russia's state-owned TASS news agency reported.

Aug 7, 2025

J&K Police crackdown on bookstores after ban on 25 'radicalizing' books

A day after the J&K Government banned 25 books for allegedly promoting terrorism, secessionism, and radicalization among youth, police teams across the Union Territory carried out coordinated searches at major bookstores to enforce the ban.

Aug 7, 2025

Indian MPs criticize US over Russia trade double standards; call for retaliatory measures

India has called the U.S. move "extremely unfortunate," saying it's being unfairly targeted for actions other countries also take in their national interest. BJP MP Shashank Mani Tripathi criticised the tariffs, noting the U.S. still trades with Russia and has no right to penalize others.

Aug 7, 2025

Air India crash probe ongoing, DGCA conducted 146 audits of major airlines this year: Minister

The AAIB has published a preliminary report based on the available factual information, and it does not contain any conclusions.He further stated that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has conducted 146 maintenance audits on major airlines this year (till July).

Aug 7, 2025

If US goes ahead with this, India should also impose 50 pc: Tharoor on Trump's tariff threat

India officially described the move as "extremely unfortunate", saying it was being penalised for actions that "several other countries are also taking in their own national interest."

Aug 7, 2025

ECI issues notification for Vice-Presidential election 2025; nominations begin today

As per the schedule, nomination papers can be filed in Room No. RS-28, Parliament House, New Delhi, between 11 A.M. and 3 P.M. on any working day, excluding public holidays, until August 21, 2025.

Aug 7, 2025

Kharge slams govt over Trump's increased tariffs; calls it "foreign policy disaster"

Kharge emphasized India's commitment to its national interest and strategic autonomy, rooted in the ideology of non-alignment. He stated, "India's national interest is supreme. Any nation that arbitrarily penalises India for our time-tested policy of strategic autonomy — rooted in the ideology of non-alignment — fails to understand the steel frame India is made of."

Aug 7, 2025

CRPF vehicle falls into gorge in J&K's Udhampur; three jawans killed

In a tragic accident, three CRPF personnel were killed and 15 others injured after their vehicle skidded off a mountainous road and plunged into a deep gorge in the Kandva–Basantgarh area of Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district on Thursday.

Aug 7, 2025

Kargil Democratic Alliance to hold hunger strike amid Centre's silence on Ladakh talks

As the Ministry of Home Affairs has yet to schedule the next round of talks with Ladakh's agitating groups, the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) has announced a three-day hunger strike in Kargil from August 9, demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule status for the Union Territory.

Aug 7, 2025

Anti-terrorist operation enters 7th day in J&K's Kulgam district

The security operation in the Akhal forest area of Kulgam district started last week after joint forces began a cordon and search operation (CASO) in the region following intelligence inputs about the presence of a group of terrorists there.

Aug 7, 2025

Uttarakhand cloudburst: 50 civilians, JCO, 8 jawans still missing in Dharali

The Army, in close coordination with civil authorities and other agencies, has ramped up Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations. With roads cut off and communication disrupted due to multiple landslides, the Army is working around the clock to rescue stranded civilians, provide medical aid, and restore vital connectivity.

Aug 7, 2025

US President Trump threatens 100 pc tariffs on semiconductors, chips

The measure aims to push international tech companies to establish or expand manufacturing operations in the United States, and thereby reduce reliance on overseas supply chains. Trump noted that companies like Apple could benefit from the exemption because of their increasing investment in US based production.

Aug 7, 2025

Mahua Moitra stuns in red saree, gold jewellery at her reception; Sonia Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav, others attend [PICS]

Mahua Moitra turned into a Bengali bride for her wedding reception with Pinaki Misra, held in Delhi.

Aug 7, 2025

All Indian airports put on high alert amid terror threat; should you be concerned

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), a regulatory agency attached to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has issued a set of three advisories calling for enhanced security at airports, flights and even flying training schools. This is in light of potential attacks from terrorists or anti-social elements.

Aug 7, 2025

Army Sergeant taken into custody after he shoots five at US military base

Brig. Gen. John Lubas, commanding general of the 3rd Infantry Division, on Wednesday (local time) said Radford used a personal handgun during the attack and that all five wounded soldiers are currently in stable condition, reports CNN.

Aug 7, 2025