Mumbai: Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil on Friday commenced an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan in Mumbai, asserting that he will not leave until the government meets the community’s demands for reservation. The 43-year-old leader arrived in the city with a massive contingent of supporters, many clad in saffron scarves, caps, and carrying flags. Addressing the crowd, Jarange declared,...
PM Modi Highlights India’s Economic Growth and India-Japan Partnership in Tokyo
Tokyo: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the India-Japan Economic Forum in Tokyo, emphasizing the deepening strategic and economic cooperation between India and Japan. Speaking to business leaders and dignitaries, PM Modi highlighted India’s rapidly growing economy, stating that the “world is not only watching but counting on India.” During his speech, PM Modi said, “India has taken bold...
BJP and Congress Workers Clash in Patna Over Abuses Directed at PM Modi
Patna: Tensions escalated in Patna on Friday as workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress clashed during a protest outside the Congress office. The protest was held by BJP workers in response to alleged abuses directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his mother during a Youth Congress event in Darbhanga on Wednesday. Videos of the clash quickly...
Former RBI Governor Urjit Patel Appointed Executive Director at IMF for 3 Years
New Delhi: The government has approved the appointment of former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Urjit Patel as Executive Director (ED) at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a three-year term. He will succeed K V Subramanian, whose tenure was cut short by six months, effective April 30, 2025. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) issued a government...
US Fed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over attempted dismissal
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has reportedly filed a lawsuit challenging US President Donald Trump’s attempt to remove her from office, setting the stage for a potential legal battle over the independence of the central bank. According to reports, Cook argued that Trump overstepped his authority by announcing on August 25 that he intended to dismiss her. Under federal law,...
Cloudbursts Hit Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag and Chamoli; Rescue Ops Underway
Uttarakhand witnessed another natural disaster on Friday as cloudbursts struck Rudraprayag and Chamoli districts, leaving several families trapped under debris. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami confirmed the incidents, stating that relief and rescue operations are being carried out on a war footing by the local administration. Necessary instructions have been issued to the Disaster Secretary and district officials to ensure...
Punjab Ministers Face Backlash After Video Surfaces of ‘Golden Memories’ Chat During Flood Inspection
A major controversy erupted in Punjab after a video surfaced showing three state ministers discussing their past trips to Sweden and Goa while inspecting flood-affected areas. The video, which went viral on social media, captured ministers Barinder Kumar Goyal, Laljit Bhullar, and Harbhajan Singh seated on a boat wearing life jackets, casually sharing stories about luxury cruise rides and vacation...
Massive Maratha Quota Protest Brings South Mumbai to Standstill Ahead of Azad Maidan Agitation
Mumbai witnessed unprecedented traffic disruptions on Friday as thousands of Maratha Kranti Morcha supporters, led by activist Manoj Jarange Patil, converged on South Mumbai ahead of a major agitation at Azad Maidan. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and the Fort area turned into a sea of protesters, with visuals showing massive crowds waving flags, raising slogans, and completely blocking arterial...
PM Modi Begins Two-Day Japan Visit: Focus on Semiconductors, Clean Energy & Strategic Cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commenced his two-day official visit to Japan, marking his eighth trip to the country since taking office in 2014. The visit began on Friday, August 29, with a warm reception from the Indian diaspora in Tokyo, who greeted him with national flags and enthusiastic chants. Expressing gratitude on social media, Modi praised the community for...
Ananya Panday Celebrates Eco-Friendly Ganesh Visarjan at Home in Mumbai
Bollywood actress Ananya Panday bid farewell to Lord Ganesha on the second day of Ganeshotsav with a heartfelt and eco-friendly visarjan at her Mumbai residence. On Thursday, August 28, she shared a video on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of the intimate celebration with her family. In the video, Ananya is seen offering prayers before immersing the idol in a...