The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday strongly dismissed allegations made in a UK parliamentary committee report, which accused India of engaging in transnational repression (TNR) activities in the United Kingdom. Calling the claims “baseless,” the MEA stated that they are rooted in unverified and dubious sources that are primarily associated with anti-India hostility. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal issued...
Maharashtra CM Appeals for Calm After Pune’s Communal Clash Triggered by Objectionable Social Media Post
Communal tensions erupted in Yavat village, located in Daund tehsil of Pune district, following an allegedly objectionable WhatsApp post shared by a youth from outside the community earlier this week. The post quickly spread online, resulting in violence: stone pelting, motorcycle arson, and targeted damage to a local religious structure. Police had to deploy tear gas to disperse the...
2 Coaches of Muzaffarpur–Ahmedabad Jan Sadharan Express Derail Near Kanpur; No Injuries Reported
Two coaches of the Muzaffarpur–Sabarmati Jan Sadharan Express (Train No. 15269), operating from Muzaffarpur to Ahmedabad, derailed near Bhaupur station, between Kanpur and Tundla in Uttar Pradesh, on August 1, 2025, at approximately 4:12–4:15 PM. Thankfully, the train was moving at a slow speed at the time, and no injuries or casualties have been reported . Railway officials confirmed that the derailment occurred...
Shah Rukh Khan Bags First National Award, Shares Best Actor Honor with Vikrant Massey
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan clinched his first-ever National Film Award for his powerful performance in Jawan at the 71st National Film Awards, held today in New Delhi . In a rare tie, Vikrant Massey was also awarded Best Actor for his critically acclaimed role in 12th Fail . The winners were announced during a press briefing at the National...
Rain Lashes Delhi-NCR; IMD Predicts Light to Moderate Showers with Thunderstorms
Several parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), including Janpath, Lajpat Nagar, and Minto Bridge, witnessed early morning showers on Thursday, a day after the city experienced heavy rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning across the region throughout the day. IMD Forecast: Showers Across Delhi-NCR According to the IMD,...
US Imposes Sanctions on Indian Companies Over Iran Oil and Petrochemical Trade
The United States has imposed sanctions on at least six Indian companies accused of trading in Iranian petroleum and petrochemicals, as part of a broader action targeting 20 entities across the globe. The sanctions were announced by the US Department of State on Wednesday, citing violations of American sanctions against Iran. Indian Companies Named in US Sanctions According to the...
Trump Says “We’re Talking to Them” After Imposing 25% Tariffs and Penalty on India
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday reaffirmed that trade negotiations with India are ongoing, even as he announced 25 per cent tariffs and additional penalties on Indian imports, citing high tariffs, Russian oil purchases, and India’s participation in the BRICS grouping. Speaking at a White House press conference following the signing of a Congressional bill, Trump said, “We’re talking to...
Trump Announces Major Oil Deal with Pakistan, Hints at Future Oil Sales to India
In a significant move that has stirred global trade and diplomatic discussions, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a joint oil development deal with Pakistan. The announcement came just hours after Trump imposed a 25% tariff with additional penalties on Indian imports starting August 1, citing the US trade deficit with New Delhi and India’s purchase of Russian oil....
Hindus Can Never Be Terrorists, Says Amit Shah in Rajya Sabha
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday sparked a heated debate in Parliament by declaring that “Hindus can never be terrorists.” Speaking during a special discussion on Operation Sindoor in the Rajya Sabha, Shah accused the Congress of spreading false narratives and appeasement politics that, according to him, have harmed the country’s unity and security. Shah Counters Terrorism Narratives Rejecting...
Trump Cannot Decide Where India Buys Oil: Congress Slams US Tariff Move
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday strongly criticized US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 25% tariff and additional penalties on India effective August 1, calling it a “huge setback” for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the country. He said the US move amounts to “blackmail” and warned that it would adversely impact India’s economy. In an interview with...