PM Narendra Modi wore a traditional Kashmiri pheran during a rally in Srinagar, which was gifted by Irshad Hussain Naikoo, an Anantnag-based farmer. Naikoo had been saving money since 2013 to create this special gift and faced numerous challenges to deliver it. His efforts were recognized when Modi wore the robe at the event.
Read MoreThe Indian government has rejected claims by an international news agency that defence exports from India to Europe were diverted to Ukraine. The Ministry of External Affairs described the report as speculative and misleading, emphasizing India’s compliance with international obligations and its robust legal framework for military exports.
Read MoreIndia has dismissed the allegations made by Khalistan secessionist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in a US lawsuit against Indian officials. Pannun, who leads the banned Sikh for Justice group, claims an assassination attempt was foiled on American soil. The Indian government considers these accusations unwarranted and unsubstantiated.
Read MoreKamala Harris leads in various presidential election polls, with Trump’s campaign dismissing these results as fake. They attribute this to factors like Iranian interference and illegal immigrant voting. Despite trailing, Trump’s campaign continues to rally support by emphasizing immigration issues to energize their voter base.
Read MoreIn Kolkata, junior doctors have decided to conclude their 42-day cease-work and nine-day sit-in over the rape-murder of a colleague. They will resume emergency duties on Saturday but refrain from joining OPD or inpatient services for now. The protest persists with a march to the CBI office, demanding prompt investigation and justice.
Read MoreThe Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has identified left-wing extremist groups as a threat to the Indian government, with significant terrorism risks linked to ISIL or AQ groups in Jammu and Kashmir. FATF praised India’s anti-money laundering efforts but pointed out areas needing improvement, including better prosecution of money laundering and terrorist financing.
Read MoreBJP’s Haryana poll manifesto, revealed by J P Nadda, pledges job guarantees for Agniveers, MSP for 24 crops, and higher compensation for crop failures. It includes a monthly stipend for women, subsidized cooking gas at Rs 500 per cylinder, scooties for rural college girls, and scholarships for OBC and SC students. BJP counters Congress’s...
Read MoreJunior doctors in Kolkata have ended their 41-day strike and will resume emergency services from Saturday while keeping OPD services suspended. They secured some demands like resignations of key officials but still seek more safety measures. The protest followed the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College.
Read MoreReacting to a steep fall in exports, the Indian government has implemented several measures aimed at easing shipping challenges. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced steps like acquiring vessels, waiving fees, and boosting container handling capacity. The initiatives are designed to lower freight rates and expedite port processes for exporters.
Read MoreLab analysis revealed foreign fats, including animal fats, in the ghee used for Tirupati laddu prasadam during the YSRC government’s tenure. The NDDB report mentioned possible false positives due to cow feeding conditions. TTD has blacklisted the former supplier and is now procuring ghee from Karnataka Milk Federation at a higher cost.
Read More