CP Radhakrishnan, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate, has been elected as the Vice President of India after securing 452 votes in a closely fought contest against the Opposition’s candidate, B. Sudershan Reddy, who received 300 votes. A veteran BJP leader and former Maharashtra Governor, Radhakrishnan’s victory marks a significant milestone in his decades-long public...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the escalating unrest in Nepal, where violent anti-government protests have claimed several lives, mostly of young demonstrators. After reviewing rain-related damages in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab, Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting to assess the situation in the neighbouring country. Stressing India’s long-standing...
Mumbai woke up on Wednesday to clear skies, bright sunshine, and a breezy morning, bringing much-needed relief after weeks of heavy rainfall. The weather is expected to remain largely calm, though overcast skies and occasional light drizzles are predicted later in the day. The city’s maximum temperature is likely to touch 30°C, while the minimum...
A tragic incident unfolded in Odisha’s Nabarangpur district, where two young siblings—a nine-month-old boy and his 11-year-old sister—lost their lives after being bitten by a venomous snake. The deaths have once again drawn attention to the dangerous reliance on superstition and traditional healers in rural India, often at the cost of timely medical intervention. The...
Following a notable thaw in strained U.S.–India trade relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has responded positively to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent overture, expressing eagerness to engage in dialogue aimed at resolving lingering trade issues. President Trump recently announced on his social media platform that the United States and India are continuing discussions to tackle...
Updated: Sep 9th, 2025 Nepal continues to reel under unprecedented unrest as violent protests sweep across the country. In a shocking incident, a video has surfaced showing Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel being chased and beaten by protestors on the streets of Kathmandu. Another viral clip shows former Prime Minister Arzu...
Updated: Sep 9th, 2025 Air India and IndiGo on Tuesday cancelled their flights between Delhi and Kathmandu as the neighbouring country plunged deeper into chaos after intense pressure from Gen-Z protests that resulted in the death of 19 people. Air India said in a statement that in view of the current situation prevailing in Kathmandu,...
Ayodhya, the revered city of Lord Ram, is set to create history once again with its grand Deepotsav celebrations, as the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department prepares to light over 26 lakh earthen lamps across the ghats of the Saryu River, Ram Ki Paidi, and surrounding areas. The spectacle aims to set a new Guinness World...
Guwahati: Ahead of Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma’s promised “big expose” against Congress MP and Deputy Leader of Lok Sabha Gaurav Gogoi, Raijor Dal president Akhil Gogoi has raised the political stakes, predicting dramatic consequences either way. Speaking at Gogamukh in Dhemaji district on Tuesday, Akhil Gogoi recalled that the Chief Minister had...
Doha, Qatar: A series of powerful explosions rocked Doha on Tuesday, sending shockwaves across the region. Local media reported that nearly ten blasts were heard in the Katara District, with thick black smoke rising from the area. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) later issued a statement claiming responsibility for the strikes, saying they were precision...