Normal life across several hill districts of Manipur remained severely disrupted on Monday as shutdowns and indefinite blockades linked to the ongoing hostage crisis continued to intensify tensions in the violence-hit northeastern state. Public transport, commercial activities, educational institutions, and the movement of essential goods were heavily affected, leaving residents struggling amid deepening uncertainty and...
In a major push toward sustainable urban commuting and fuel conservation, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday travelled by Metro and public buses along with several cabinet ministers under the newly launched “Metro Monday” initiative. The campaign forms part of the broader “Mera Bharat, Mera Yogdan” programme aimed at encouraging citizens to reduce fuel...
Tamil Nadu’s new political landscape under Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay witnessed a turbulent and closely watched opening week, defined by decisive administrative actions, controversial appointments, swift policy reversals, and unexpected political realignments inside the state legislature. From the very first day after taking oath, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government moved with unusual speed,...
China has agreed to expand its imports of American agricultural goods, including beef, poultry, and other farm products, following recent high-level discussions between the two countries aimed at improving strained trade relations. The development marks a significant step toward easing economic tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The understanding comes after renewed diplomatic engagement...
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Sunday carried out searches at multiple premises associated with Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Deepak Singla as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation, officials familiar with the matter said. The coordinated operation was conducted across several locations and involved teams of investigators examining financial documents, electronic records, and transaction...
The West Bengal government has initiated a fresh restructuring of security arrangements for several politicians, former bureaucrats, and prominent individuals following an extensive review of threat perceptions and police deployment priorities. The move, which officials described as part of an administrative reassessment exercise, has resulted in the withdrawal of house guards and a reduction in...
In a major political transition in Kerala, senior Congress leader V. D. Satheesan took oath as the new Chief Minister on Monday, marking the return of the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) to power after ten years. The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, witnessed the presence of several top national and...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deepen India’s strategic engagement with the Nordic region during his landmark visit to Norway, with discussions expected to focus heavily on digital technology, healthcare innovation, space collaboration, energy cooperation and long-term economic partnerships. The visit is being viewed as a major diplomatic step aimed at expanding India’s footprint...
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to undertake a high-profile two-day visit to China on May 19 and 20, marking a significant diplomatic development that comes immediately after U.S. President Donald Trump concluded his widely watched visit to Beijing. The visit is expected to reinforce the increasingly close strategic partnership between Moscow and Beijing at...
Pakistan is preparing to significantly increase its defence expenditure in the upcoming fiscal year, with reports indicating a proposed rise of nearly PKR 100 billion as the country works on a new budget under the supervision of an International Monetary Fund (IMF)-supported reform programme. The proposed allocation comes at a crucial time for Islamabad as...