LoP Rahul Gandhi lauded his party MPs for their performance during debates on Vande Mataram and election reforms “under pressure” from the opposition. He chaired a meeting to hear their feedback and discuss raising issues like flight disruptions. Party leaders highlighted effective interventions by Priyanka Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge.
India has eased visa regulations for Chinese professionals, significantly speeding up processing times. Business visas can now be obtained within a month, a move aimed at addressing the shortage of tech experts. Previously, delayed approvals caused Indian electronics companies losses of $15 billion. The govt’s decision is expected to support the tech sector.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan approached the Delhi High Court, filing a petition claiming some social media users violated his personal freedoms. The court directed platforms Meta, Google, and X to submit violation details within a week. It also instructed authorities to take appropriate action based on the complaints.
US President Donald Trump may send a representative to Ukraine peace discussions in Europe if a meaningful breakthrough seems possible. The White House says Trump is increasingly frustrated with repeated talks that produce no results. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt added that he is “sick of meetings for the sake of meeting.”
Hyderabad’s 25-year-old Bhavita Mandava made history as the first Indian model to open the Chanel Metiers Art show in New York. A JNTU architecture graduate, she was discovered on the NY subway in 2024 and entered modeling. After completing her master’s at NYU in 2025, she chose modeling over a tech career with her parents’ […]
A fire broke out this morning at a bar in Bhubaneswar’s Satya Vihar area, police said. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported. Locals noticed smoke rising from the bar and informed the fire brigade. Firefighters from Odisha Fire Services are working to control the blaze, while officials are taking measures to prevent it from spreading […]
PM Modi expressed deep shock over the tragic road accident in Alluri district, calling the loss of lives heartbreaking. He announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh for the families of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured. Extending his heartfelt condolences, the PM wished strength to the bereaved families and a swift recovery for the […]
Delhi grappled with heavy smog today, as the AQI hit 332 (‘very poor’), with Jahangirpuri recording 405 (‘severe’). 30 stations reported ‘very poor’ air, while forecasts suggest this trend may continue for the next six days. The city recorded 8°C, 0.6°C below normal, with 100% humidity. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach 25°C, said the [&h...
Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League has rejected Bangladesh’s February 12 elections, calling the Muhammed Yunus-led interim government a “killer fascist” clique and its election commission “illegal.” Alleging bias and lack of transparency, the party demanded withdrawal of cases against Hasina, release of political prisoners, and elections under a neutral administrat...
A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Hokkaido and Tohoku regions, prompting a tsunami advisory for the northern Pacific coastline. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of possible aftershocks and a slight increase in the risk of a magnitude 8-level quake. Residents in 182 municipalities have been urged to review emergency preparedness measures.
PM Modi wished superstar Rajinikanth on his 75th birthday, praising his remarkable five-decade journey in Tamil cinema. Modi said Rajinikanth’s performances have inspired generations and earned him immense admiration. Extending warm wishes, the Prime Minister prayed for the legendary actor’s long, healthy and fulfilling life.
The Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal may remove 58.8 lakh names from the electoral roll ahead of next year’s Assembly elections. Deceased, missing, duplicate, and fraudulent voters are included. CM Mamata Banerjee criticized the exercise, while the BJP accused her of creating disruptions.
Telangana DGP Shivdhar Reddy has reviewed and strengthened security for Lionel Messi’s December 13 match at Uppal Stadium, dividing the venue into four sectors. Authorities will display safety rules across metro trains and key junctions, while traffic diversion plans will be announced early to ensure smooth movement and crowd management.
President Murmu is on a 2-day visit to Manipur for the 86th Nupi Lal Day, paying tribute to women warriors who led resistance movements against British rule in 1904 and 1939. She will visit the Nupi Lal Memorial in Imphal, then travel to Senapati to inaugurate development projects, address a public meeting, and review extensive […]
US strategic bombers joined Japanese fighter jets in a joint exercise near Japan’s airspace, highlighting growing military cooperation amid rising tensions with China. The drill followed Chinese and Russian bombers flying near western Japan. Recent incidents, including radar lock-ons by Chinese aircraft, have further strained Tokyo-Beijing relations.