Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday urged both the ruling and opposition parties to work in coordination for the smooth functioning of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, beginning July 21. Speaking after a constructive all-party meeting attended by 54 members from 51 political parties, Rijiju stressed the shared responsibility of all parties to ensure...
In a political dig aimed at Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Uttar Pradesh’s Energy and Urban Development Minister Arvind Kumar Sharma on Saturday mocked Kumar’s latest promise of providing free electricity in the state. Referring to the Bihar government’s recent approval of a scheme offering 125 units of free power per household starting August 1,...
India has seen a dramatic rise in the number of Interpol Red Notices issued at the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI) request, reflecting a significant shift in the country’s approach to apprehending fugitives who flee abroad. The increase, driven by diplomatic outreach and technological upgrades, follows India’s hosting of major global events like the Interpol...
Congress Working Committee (CWC) member and Member of Parliament from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor, reaffirmed his unwavering stance on putting the nation first, stating that political parties are only tools to achieve the broader goal of national development. Speaking at a private event on “Peace, Harmony and National Development,” Tharoor emphasized that his loyalty lies with...
In a heartbreaking incident that has shaken the Bavla area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, five members of the same family allegedly died by suicide by consuming a poisonous liquid at their rented residence. The police confirmed the tragic deaths on Sunday and identified the deceased as 34-year-old Vipul Kanji Waghela, his 26-year-old wife Sonal Waghela, and...
The India vs Pakistan match at the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 has been officially called off following backlash and player withdrawals. Organisers issued a statement apologising for unintentionally hurting public sentiments, stating the match was planned to bring joy, like recent India-Pak volleyball ties. Indian legends including Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina withdrew...
A 15-year-old girl was allegedly doused in fuel and set ablaze by three unidentified men in Odisha’s Puri district on Saturday morning. The horrific incident occurred around 8:30 am near the Bhargavi River when the girl, a Class 12 student, was on her way to a friend’s house to hand over some books — just...
As the Monsoon session of Parliament approaches, the Congress party has demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi make a “clear and categorical” statement regarding US President Donald Trump’s repeated claims of “five jets being shot down” during the India-Pakistan conflict in May. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi raised the issue on social media, questioning the...
At least 30 people were injured after a car plowed into a crowd outside a nightclub on Santa Monica Boulevard in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, early Friday morning. The crowd was waiting to enter Vermont Hollywood, a nightclub hosting a reggae and hip-hop night. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the driver was found...
The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) will come into force on October 1, aiming to drive $500 billion in investments, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Saturday. All four EFTA nations — Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein — have ratified the Free...