India has entered into a significant lobbying agreement worth $1.8 million with a United States-based consulting and lobbying firm that has links to individuals associated with former US President Donald Trump. The move reflects New Delhi’s continued efforts to strengthen diplomatic engagement and policy outreach in Washington at a time when bilateral relations between the...
India has appointed senior Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer Sanjeev Jain as its next Ambassador to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea), marking an important development in New Delhi’s diplomatic engagement with Pyongyang. The appointment reflects India’s continued commitment to maintaining official diplomatic relations with the East Asian nation despite complex regional and...
A startling case of international deception has emerged involving an Indian-origin man who allegedly posed as a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) operative in an elaborate scheme aimed at influencing defence-related discussions and securing lucrative contracts linked to Indonesia’s political and defence establishment. According to details emerging from investigative findings and official assessments, the accused allegedly...
India’s legal framework for combating terrorism has evolved significantly over the past several decades, with the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) serving as the country’s principal anti-terror legislation. Originally enacted in 1967 to address unlawful organizations, the law has undergone several amendments that have substantially expanded the government’s powers to tackle terrorism and threats to...
A tragic boating accident in Kerala ended in heartbreak after the bodies of two men who had gone missing following a boat capsize were recovered from the Kole wetlands in Nedupuzha. The discovery brought an end to an extensive search and rescue operation that had continued for several hours, involving emergency response teams, local authorities,...
In a significant move aimed at strengthening India’s fight against terrorism, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals associated with the banned terrorist organisations Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The decision represents one of the government’s most extensive actions against cross-border...
Senior Congress leader S. Venugopal has called for a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into alleged irregularities surrounding donations made for the Ram Temple, intensifying the political debate over the management and transparency of funds collected for the prestigious religious project. The demand comes amid growing scrutiny over how contributions from devotees and supporters have been collected,...
In a significant move aimed at strengthening the safety and reliability of India’s rapidly growing electric mobility sector, the Central Government has directed the removal of three battery management applications that were reportedly capable of remotely disabling electric rickshaws. The decision follows concerns that the applications were being used to halt vehicles unexpectedly, creating potential...
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Union Minister Murli Manohar Joshi has asserted that Urdu is fundamentally an Indian language, emphasizing that it should not be viewed through the prism of religion or politics. Speaking at a public event focused on language and culture, Joshi highlighted the historical evolution of Urdu in India...
The Kerala government has formally expressed concern to Adani Ports regarding the reported diversion of cargo handled by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) from the strategically significant Vizhinjam International Seaport. The state administration has sought a detailed explanation from the port operator, emphasizing that such developments could affect the port’s growth prospects, operational efficiency, and long-term...