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President Droupadi Murmu on Friday paid tribute to the heroes who lost their lives defending Parliament during the 2001 terror attack, expressing the nation’s deep gratitude. She reaffirmed India’s commitment to fighting terrorism, highlighting the attack by Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. Murmu honored the courage of the fallen and praised their lasting impact on the nation.
Actor Mohan Babu apologized to the video journalist he allegedly assaulted outside his Hyd home on Tuesday. He stated he was trying to protect himself from anti-social elements when the media became involved. In a formal apology on X, he called the incident unfortunate and expressed regret, explaining he was hospitalized for health reasons and […]
The Reserve Bank of India received a bomb threat via email on Thursday afternoon, marking the second such incident in a month. Mumbai Police have filed a case against the sender and are investigating. A threat email was sent to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra in the Russian language. Earlier, on November 16, the RBI received […]
Li Tie, former Premier League player and China’s ex-national football coach, was sentenced to 20 years for bribery. Found guilty of receiving and giving over $7 million in bribes, he manipulated player selections, transfers, and match results. This conviction is part of China’s broader crackdown on corruption in sports, which began in 2022, under Xi […]
PM Modi will visit Prayagraj on Friday to inaugurate and launch development projects worth around ₹5,500 crore. He will begin his visit with pooja and darshan at various religious sites, including Sangam Nose and Hanuman Mandir. The projects will focus on Mahakumbh 2025, improving infrastructure with new road overbridges, permanent ghats, and riverfront roads.
Forbes’ 2024 list of the World’s Most Powerful Women features three influential Indian leaders: Nirmala Sitharaman (#28), India’s Finance Minister; Roshni Nadar Malhotra (#81), Chairperson of HCL Technologies; and Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (#82), founder of Biocon. These women have made significant strides in business, politics, and philanthropy, driving change in their respective f...
Romania and Bulgaria will join the EU’s Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, ending border checks with both nations. Austria lifted its veto after Romania and Bulgaria took steps to reduce illegal immigration. The move will enhance travel and trade, benefiting both nations and the EU, with Romania’s President noting economic and logistical advantages for […]
The Lok Sabha will host a two-day debate starting today to mark 75 years since the adoption of the Indian Constitution. A similar discussion will take place in the Rajya Sabha on Monday and Tuesday. The debate will focus on the Constitution’s significance and its evolution since it was adopted on November 26, 1949.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday in New Delhi for the 4th India-UAE Strategic Dialogue. Earlier, PM Modi welcomed Zayed Al Nahyan, expressing optimism about strengthening the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Modi emphasized both countries’ commitment to promoting peace and security in West Asia.
The Syrian Embassy in New Delhi has replaced the national flag with the rebel flag after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. The green-white-black-red opposition flag, a symbol of resistance during the Syrian civil war, has now been adopted as the country’s official emblem. This change represents a break from the Assad family’s 50-year rule […]
Around 400 IndiGo passengers were stranded at Istanbul airport for 24 hours after their flights to New Delhi and Mumbai were delayed, then cancelled. Passengers complained of no meals, accommodation, or support. IndiGo responded citing operational delays and assured assistance. The chaotic situation worsened as passengers received no updates from IndiGo, relying on Turkish Airlines’ [&hel...
Several Delhi schools received bomb threats on Friday, resulting in class suspensions. In addition, fires broke out at Bhatnagar International School, Cambridge School, and DPS Amar Colony. The Delhi Fire Services received emergency calls at 4:21 am, 6:23 am, and 6:35 am, respectively. Fire tenders were quickly dispatched to ensure safety, and teams continue to […]
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini condemned gangster Rohit Godara’s claim of responsibility for a bomb blast in Gurugram, asserting that criminals have no place in the state. Police arrested one suspect. At a grievance meeting, Saini addressed local issues, including cleanliness, illegal encroachments, and government schemes, directing officials to resolve complaints and support beneficiaries.
The Supreme Court advised judges to avoid social media and refrain from commenting on judgments online, emphasizing that judicial officers should maintain a humble and focused approach. Justices BV Nagarathna and N Kotiswar Singh stated that social media is an open platform and urged judges to “live like a hermit, work like a horse,” highlighting […]
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Turkish President Erdogan to protect Syrian civilians after Ankara-backed Islamists ousted Damascus’ govt. Blinken stressed respecting human rights and international law. He also emphasized the need for continued collaboration to defeat ISIS despite Turkey’s security concerns, particularly with the Kurdish-led forces that the US supports in...