India Navigates a Tightrope: Balancing Russian oil Imports with Global Pressure India finds itself in a complex geopolitical position, continuing to purchase Russian oil despite increasing international scrutiny and potential repercussions. This decision, driven by energy security needs and economic considerations, is drawing both criticism and understanding on the global stage. Let's explore the factors at play,the potential consequences,and what this means for you. For decades, India has...Read More
India's Tightrope Walk: Balancing Relations with Russia and teh West Amidst Ukraine War India finds itself in a complex geopolitical position as the war in Ukraine continues. While maintaining a historically strong relationship with Russia, notably in defense, India is also navigating increasing pressure from Western nations - especially the United States - to curtail its economic ties with Moscow. Recent accusations and threats are intensifying this delicate balancing act. Let's explore the si...Read More
New Delhi: The Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Sunday sharply criticised the Delhi Police for a controversial reference to Bengali as the "Bangladeshi language," calling it an insult to the language and its speakers. TMC shared a letter from a Delhi Police inspector requesting a translator for what was labeled "Bangladeshi language" in a statement on X. The police official also mentioned the arrest of eight individuals under suspicion of being Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in India. "Is...Read More
Panvel, Maharashtra - In a late-night incident that has sparked an inquiry, members of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) allegedly stormed into the Night Riders Bar on the outskirts of Panvel on Saturday night, vandalizing the premises and causing important damage. The party cited concerns over alleged obscenity at the establishment. According to police reports, a group of MNS workers descended upon the Night Riders Bar, leading to the destruction of furniture, the smashing of liquor bottle...Read More
New Delhi: Authorities have issued advisories for residents in low-lying areas and cautioned against venturing near riverbanks as water levels in the Yamuna and Ganga rivers continue to rise, raising concerns of potential flooding. While current levels remain below the danger mark, officials are closely monitoring the situation, especially in the wake of continuous rainfall and water release from the Hathnikund barrage. In Delhi, the administration has alerted citizens, especially those resid...Read More
New Delhi: Delhi govt has prepared a plan under which Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus drivers and conductors will receive regular training, with a focus on ethical values, customer service and safe driving, transport minister Pankaj Singh said on Friday. The move is for improving the public image of DTC buses.The minister mentioned that DTC bus drivers who fail to halt at designated stops or are found speeding will face strict departmental action.Several commuters have complained about the...Read More
India's Defense procurement Philosophy: A Shift Towards Self-Reliance and Collaboration New delhi,August 1,2025 - in a development that has critically important implications for global defense alliances and the future of aerial combat technology,India has reportedly informed the united States of its disinterest in acquiring the coveted F-35 stealth fighter jet. This assertion, emerging from sources familiar with the matter and cited by Bloomberg, follows an offer made by U.S. President Dona...Read More
Chandigarh: Officials of Municipal Corporation Chandigarh have revealed that the top 20 property tax defaulters of the city are yet to clear dues of over Rs 190 crore, while property tax arrear cases worth Rs 62 crore are under litigation in the Punjab and Haryana high court. Citing different reasons, occupants of seven properties, out of the top 20, have challenged the MC's arrears amount, following which the authority failed to recover the amount from them. All these properties fall under the ...Read More
New Delhi: In a notable growth for India's trade relations with the United States, a substantial portion of the country's major export categories, including pharmaceuticals, critical minerals, and electronic devices, are reportedly set too be exempted from the recently announced 25% tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. This move is expected to shield a significant chunk of India's export economy from the direct impact of the new trade measures. According to reports from the n...Read More
NEW DELHI: In a renewed effort to put economic pressure on Russia, the European Union on Friday unveiled a fresh package of sanctions, which includes lowering the price cap on Russian crude oil and sanctioning Nayara Energy Ltd, an India-based refinery linked to Russian energy giant Rosneft. This marks the first time the EU has imposed sanctions involving India, a country that has heavily relied on discounted Russian crude since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war in 2022. Nayara Energy Ltd, fo...Read More
Bengaluru, India - A damning report released on thursday has shed light on the critical failures that led to a devastating stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on June 4, resulting in the deaths of eleven fans and injuring over fifty.The tragedy unfolded as hundreds of thousands of ecstatic supporters thronged the streets to celebrate their beloved Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) team's victory, led by star player Virat Kohli. The report, made public by authorities, ...Read More
Bengaluru and Delhi, India - A wave of fear swept through Bengaluru and Delhi on friday as numerous private schools received anonymous bomb threat emails, prompting immediate evacuations and extensive security operations. The incidents have raised serious concerns about school safety and the potential for widespread disruption. Early Friday morning, private schools across Bengaluru were targeted by a series of bomb threat emails. The anonymous messages caused significant alarm, with sc...Read More
New Delhi: The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's (AAIB) preliminary report into the Air India Boeing 787-8 crash has brought a 2018 advisory from the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding fuel switch locks into sharp focus. While the FAA's advisory recommended inspections, it did not mandate them, a detail that has emerged as a key point in the ongoing investigation. The AAIB's preliminary investigation report, released on Saturday, July 12, revealed that the fuel switche...Read More
New Delhi, India - The Indian Super League (ISL) is set to continue without disruption, following a strong commitment from the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and its stakeholders.In a statement that will bring relief to fans and participants alike, the AIFF declared its intention to ensure the smooth running of the league, prioritizing the best interests of Indian football. The AIFF, along with all involved parties, has pledged to "take all possible steps and do all things within ...Read More
New Delhi: Global trading firm Jane Street has deposited Rs48.4 billion ($564 million) into an escrow account, a move that could pave the way for the lifting of a trading ban imposed by india's market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).The deposit, marked with a lien in favour of SEBI, is a crucial step in the ongoing dispute between the firm and the regulator. SEBI had earlier this month slapped a trading ban on the new York-based firm, citing what it described...Read More
Delhi, India - Residents of the national capital experienced a welcome respite from the oppressive humidity on Sunday morning as light to moderate rainfall graced the city. This much-needed shower brought a refreshing change after several days of sticky, muggy conditions. The weekend saw a notable shift in Delhi's weather patterns.While Friday and Saturday brought moderate to heavy downpours,leading to waterlogging and considerable traffic disruptions across the city,Sunday's rainfall offer...Read More
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is making notable strides in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, expressing confidence in completing the collection of Enumeration Forms (EFs) well before the stipulated deadline of July 25, 2025.This crucial exercise aims to ensure a extensive and accurate voter list for upcoming electoral processes in the state. Door-to-Door Efforts for Maximum Inclusion The ECI has deployed a robust network of 77,895 Bo...Read More
New Delhi: Compared with last year, murders rose by 4% this year between Jan and June, according to Delhi Police, though the crime data for the period showed that overall, there was a decrease of 8.4% in criminal cases.The data listed 250 murders in the current year, marking a slight increase compared with the 241 murders in the first six months of the previous year. A senior officer disclosed that the majority of this year's murders were unpremeditated, spur-of-the-moment actions, triggered by ...Read More
ahmedabad, India - A preliminary report into the tragic crash of Air India flight AI171 has revealed that all crew members were deemed fit to operate the flight after being breathalysed upon arrival at Ahmedabad airport. The inquiry is now intensely focused on retrieved engine components, with investigators identifying "components of interest for further examinations." The aircraft,en route to Ahmedabad,began losing altitude before crossing the airport perimeter wall. While no significant b...Read More
Ahmedabad,India - A preliminary report into the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad has revealed a critical detail: fuel switches were reportedly cut off before the aircraft impacted a building,killing all 150 people on board. The investigation, led by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), is meticulously examining all aspects of the disaster that shook the nation. The sole survivor of the devastating crash was Briton vishwash Kumar Ramesh. He described his survival as a "miracle...Read More
New Delhi, India - July 12, 2025 - Air India has publicly acknowledged the preliminary report released by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) concerning the tragic AI171 accident. In a social media post on Friday, the airline stated, "We stand in solidarity with the families and those affected by the AI171 accident." The airline reiterated its commitment to supporting those impacted by the crash, adding, "We continue to mourn the loss and are fully committed to providing supp...Read More
Delhi and the National capital Region (NCR) are grappling with heavy rainfall, leading to disruptions in air travel and widespread waterlogging, particularly in Gurugram. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a "red" alert, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall throughout Thursday. Authorities are working to mitigate the impact, with assurances of improvements in the coming year. The relentless downpour has significantly impacted flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi...Read More
New Delhi: Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has shared a survey on his social media platform X (formerly Twitter) which projects him as the preferred choice for the Chief Minister's post in Kerala. However, the survey has drawn criticism from within the party, with a Congress leader dismissing it as "cooked up." The survey, conducted by a little-known organization called 'Jan Ki Baat', claimed that 48% of respondents favoured Tharoor as the next CM, significantly ahead of other pote...Read More
NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar will visit the United States from June 30 to July 2 at the invitation of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. During the visit, he will take part in the next edition of the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting (QFMM), scheduled for July 1 in Washington, DCThe Quad foreign ministers will continue discussions from their last meeting held in Washington DC on January 21, 2025. They will share views on important regional and global issues, especially those r...Read More
Chace Calicut, No. 4 Safety,Commits to Georgia Bulldogs Football Chace Calicut,a highly touted safety prospect from Galena Park North Shore High School in Houston,has announced his commitment to the University of Georgia. The announcement came during halftime at the OT7 Finals in South Florida. Calicut, ranked as the No.4 safety in the nation, chose Georgia over offers from Texas and other top programs. Defensive backs coach donte Williams extended an offer in the spring, setting the stage ...Read More
KOLKATA - The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Arun Dey, 50, near Kolkata on Thursday in connection with the 2021 murder of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) worker Abhijit Sarkar. The arrest marks a critically important advancement in the ongoing investigation into post-election violence in West Bengal. Dey was apprehended in Teghoria and subsequently presented before a local court. He will remain in judicial custody until July 4. Biswasjit Sarkar, the brother of the deceased, re...Read More
June 25 (Rtrs) - India would not allow a UN investigator to join a probe of a crashed Air India jet that some safety experts had criticized for delays in analysis of crucial black box data, two senior sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. Earlier this week, the United Nations aviation agency took the unusual step of offering India one of its investigators to provide assistance following the Boeing (BA.N), opens new tab 787-8 Dreamliner crash killing 260 people in Ahmedabad on June 12. ...Read More
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charged five individuals, including goldy Brar, in relation to the 2024 Gurugram club bombing plot, as revealed in a recently filed chargesheet. This case involves a conspiracy to bomb two clubs, aiming to disrupt communal harmony in Haryana, with the banned terrorist group Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) implicated. The NIA's investigation highlights the severity of the plot. Those charged include satinderjit Singh (Goldy Brar), Sachin Talian, An...Read More
MHOW, India -- A disturbing incident unfolded early Saturday morning at a government hospital in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, where a stray dog was discovered carrying the body of a newborn infant in its mouth. The grim revelation was made near the hospital's toilet,prompting an immediate investigation by authorities. A security guard at the civil hospital in Mhow, roughly 25 kilometers from indore, spotted the animal and managed to retrieve the body. hospital officials and local police are n...Read More
Chennai,Tamil Nadu - A deep depression forming over the Southeast Bay of Bengal is set to bring heavy rainfall to Tamil Nadu,with Chennai expected to see showers until Thursday night. the system,which intensified from a low-pressure area,is predicted to move west-northwest,crossing Sri Lanka near Rameswaram and Thoothukudi before entering the Gulf of Mannar. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an update stating that the depression is likely to move further into the Arabian Sea...Read More