Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Punjab is being viewed as a politically significant event that could mark the beginning of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) campaign for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections. Party leaders and political observers believe the visit will not only focus on development initiatives but also help define the BJP’s...
The proposed high-speed rail corridor in Kerala has sparked a fresh political debate after Leader of the Opposition V D Satheesan questioned the lack of clarity surrounding the ambitious infrastructure project. While acknowledging the importance of improving transportation facilities in the state, the Opposition has expressed serious concerns over the absence of comprehensive project details...
India recorded an estimated 6.79 lakh “zero-dose” children in 2025—children who did not receive even the first dose of a routine vaccine during their first year of life—according to a new global health assessment. While the country has continued to make progress in expanding immunisation coverage, the findings underline the need to reach children living...
A 30-year-old chef was brutally hacked to death in Hyderabad in a shocking incident that has raised concerns over violent crimes in the city. The attack, which occurred in broad daylight, left local residents terrified as the victim was repeatedly assaulted with sharp-edged weapons before the accused fled the scene. Police have registered a murder...
An Indian diaspora organisation based in the United States has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate direct dialogue with environmentalist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk, expressing concern over the ongoing issues surrounding Ladakh and calling for greater democratic engagement. The appeal comes at a time when discussions over Ladakh’s governance, constitutional safeguards, environmental...
An Indian sailor who had been reported missing after an attack on a commercial cargo vessel near the coast of Oman has been found dead, bringing a tragic conclusion to an incident that has once again highlighted the growing security concerns in key international shipping routes. The deceased crew member was serving aboard the cargo...
Travel vlogger Abhijeet Dipke has found himself at the center of a social media controversy after an old post related to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Yatra resurfaced online. The renewed attention comes amid an ongoing public campaign involving activist Sonam Wangchuk and the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP), triggering widespread debate across...
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has emphasized that legislatures serve as the primary training ground for future leaders and play a vital role in preserving democratic values and strengthening governance. Highlighting the importance of legislative institutions, he said elected representatives must uphold constitutional principles, encourage meaningful debates, and work with a deep sense of responsibility...
Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) leader and Member of Parliament Supriya Sule has firmly dismissed speculation that her party is engaged in any form of indirect or “backdoor” communication with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Addressing the ongoing political debate, Sule clarified that there have been no such discussions and reiterated that the opposition alliance,...
India all-rounder Washington Sundar has expressed confidence in adapting to different batting responsibilities, saying he enjoys the challenge of contributing wherever the team needs him. Known for his calm temperament and ability to perform in multiple roles, Sundar believes flexibility has become one of his greatest strengths as he continues to establish himself as a...