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Itanagar, Dec 17 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and his deputy Chowna Mein on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being conferred Ethiopia's highest national honour, describing the recognition as a reflection of India's rising global stature and trusted leadership on the world stage. In a post shared on social media, Khandu termed the honour a moment of pride for the nation. "Heartiest congratulations to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji on re ...Read More >

India's foreign policy objectives are clear: to hedge with the great powers by adopting its own multi-alignment and strategic autonomy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to rely on Russia for nuclear submarines and civil nuclear cooperation indicates that India is strengthening its ties with Moscow on critical high-end technological cooperation, despite Western criticism, Rahul Pandey writes. Russian President Vladimir Putin visited New Delhi for 27 hours on December 4-5, 2025. This was h ...Read More >

NEW DELHI: The Global South's rise is not aimed against anyone and envisions a world with access to technology, respect for sovereignty, shared prosperity and a global governance structure that reflects contemporary reality, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday while addressing a joint session of Ethiopia's Parliament. The speech was the final engagement in Modi's two-day visit to the African country, the second leg of a three-nation tour, and came against the backdrop of India's effo ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described his visit to Ethiopia as "truly memorable", saying it had imparted fresh momentum to India-Ethiopia ties and strengthened a relationship rooted in shared values and a common vision for the future. In a post on X after concluding the visit, the Prime Minister reflected on his engagements in Ethiopia, which included discussions with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and an address to the Ethiopian Parl ...Read More >

Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 17 (PTI) The state police chief has received a complaint alleging that a parody song titled 'Pottiye Kettiye', which circulated during the recent local body elections in Kerala, "hurt religious sentiments", sources said on Wednesday. The parody, based on a popular devotional song dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, makes references to the Sabarimala gold loss case and the alleged role of the prime accused, Unnikrishnan Potty, they said. State Police Chief Ravada Chandrasekhar ha ...Read More >
Exams in India are more than dates on a calendar. They shape family conversations, influence classroom dynamics, and weigh heavily on a student's mental health. Yet, for decades, the education system has measured success primarily through marks, leaving little space to address emotional well-being or curiosity. Recognising this gap, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) in 2018, a programme designed to create a dialogue about exams, stress, and learning in a holistic wa ...Read More >

New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) The Delhi-Dehradun expressway, which will reduce travel time between the two cities to two hours from the existing 6.5 hours, will be open for public in the next 10-15 days, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Wednesday. Responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha, the road transport and highways minister said he has sought time from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the inauguration of the 212-kilometre 6-lane access controlled expressway. "In the next 10-15 days, the ...Read More >

New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Amid criticism over Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's visit to Germany, party leader Imran Masood came out in his defence, arguing that no one raises questions over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign engagements. Masood said the Prime Minister is praised and "glorified" when seen with international leaders such as the Prince of Jordan, while Rahul Gandhi faces scrutiny and criticism for his overseas visits. "No one asks the Prime Minister where he is roaming? ...Read More >

Patna, Dec 17 (PTI) The Bihar Congress workers on Wednesday staged a protest against the BJP-led central government here, a day after a court quashed the Enforcement Directorate's charge-sheet against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. A large number of Congress workers, led by the party's state unit president Rajesh Ram, gathered near the Income Tax roundabout and raised slogans against the BJP-led government at the Centre, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ...Read More >
The World Health Organization opens a major conference on traditional medicine on Wednesday, arguing that new technologies, including artificial intelligence, can bring scientific scrutiny to centuries-old healing practices. The meeting in New Delhi will examine how governments can regulate traditional medicine while using emerging scientific tools to validate safe and effective treatments. The UN body hopes this push will help make ancestral practices more compatible with modern healthcare sy ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Dec 17 -- The World Health Organization opens a major conference on traditional medicine today, arguing that new technologies, including artificial intelligence, can bring scientific scrutiny to centuries-old healing practices. The meeting in New Delhi will examine how governments can regulate traditional medicine while using emerging scientific tools to validate safe and effective treatments. The UN body hopes this push will help make ancestral practices more compatible with modern ...Read More >

New Delhi, Dec 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said that reducing the country's debt-to-GDP ratio will be the "core focus" for the government in the next financial year (2026-27). Speaking at a media event here, Sitharaman stressed that it is crucial to bring down the debt-to-GDP ratio, which crossed 60 per cent during the Covid period. "It is already coming down, but we need to reduce it further, and this will be a core focus in the next financial year," t ...Read More >

Belagavi (Karnataka), Dec 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Congress party in Karnataka staged a statewide protest on Wednesday, condemning the alleged filing of false cases against their senior leaders, including Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, in connection with the National Herald case. All MLAs and MLCs gathered in front of the Mahatma Gandhi statue on the premises of the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi under the leadership of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress Presid ...Read More >

Delhi/Hyderabad, Dec 17 (Maxim News): Congress MPs on Wednesday protested in the Parliament House complex against the Centre over its alleged misuse of the Enforcement Directorate, in the wake of court relief to Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp The party MP asserted that truth prevailed when a Delhi court refused to take cognisance of the probe agency's money laundering charge against the two party leaders in the case. Lifting a banner tha ...Read More >

New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi being conferred Ethiopia's highest civilian award reflects "Bharat's rising stature" in global diplomacy under his leadership and said it is a moment of pride for every Indian. Congratulating Modi, Shah said the honour -- The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia -- is the 28th international accolade bestowed on the prime minister by a foreign nation. This underscores the growing global recognition of ...Read More >

New Delhi: India achieved a historic milestone by producing one billion tonnes of coal in the last financial year, marking a significant step towards energy security. Coal production and supply have shown consistent growth over recent years, supported by reforms implemented over the past decade. According to the government, domestic coal reserves are adequate to meet the country's needs for the next seven years, ensuring stable supply for key industries. These developments have been driven by p ...Read More >

Belagavi, Dec 17 (UNI) Congress leaders on Wednesday welcomed the Delhi High Court's dismissal of money laundering allegations in the National Herald case, calling it a "vindication of justice" and a blow to what they described as politically motivated targeting by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said the National Herald, established by Jawaharlal Nehru, has always been a source of pride for the country ...Read More >
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Delhi's catastrophic air pollution was thrust into global spotlight this week as heavy smog disrupted flights, forced schools into hybrid mode, and overshadowed a highly publicised visit by football icon Lionel Messi. Air quality in the Indian capital deteriorated sharply over the weekend, prompting authorities to impose emergency restrictions. Several monitoring stations recorded air quality index readings at or near the maximum level of 500 on Monday morning, placing Delhi firmly in the "sev ...Read More >

IT and Human Resources Development (HRD) Minister Nara Lokesh will launch the GMR MANSAS Educity Project coming up at Bhogapuram on Tuesday (December 16, 2025). This initiatve is part of the State government's plan to establish the country's first Aviation, Aerospace, Defence (AAD) educational city. According to an official release, the aviation, aerospace and defence sectors in India are developing at a rapid pace. Passenger footfall is projected to reach 700 million across the 200 airports in ...Read More >

Mumbai, December 17: A new controversy has hit India's online creator community after an alleged private video of popular gamer and YouTuber Payal Dhare, known as Payal Gaming, surfaced on social media platforms. While the clip, being linked to Payal Gaming, rapidly went viral on X (formerly Twitter), her fans have argued that the video is AI-generated and part of a growing wave of deepfake misuse targeting digital creators. The controversy surfaced recently when a short, intimate video began t ...Read More >

New Delhi, Dec 17 (PTI) The Congress on Wednesday demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation after a Delhi court refused to take cognisance of the ED's money laundering charge against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case. The opposition party also vowed to expose the "vendetta politics" against its leadership, asserting that the Congress cadre is agitated and is going to show its strength against the "misuse of agencies." "We will ...Read More >

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the key outcomes of his bilateral visit to Ethiopia, stating that these outcomes reflect a partnership between India and Ethiopia focused on growth and people-centric development. "These are significant steps forward in our longstanding and trusted partnership. From governance and peacekeeping to digital capacity and education, the focus remains on empowering our citizens," the Prime Minister said in a post on X. He further said, ...Read More >

Lucknow, Dec 17 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that under his visionary leadership, India's voice, values, and civilisational heritage are gaining renewed recognition and respect on the global stage. Sharing a post on social media on Wednesday, he said that the conferment of Ethiopia's highest civilian award, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia, on Prime Minister Modi is a testament to India-Ethiopia's ancient civilis ...Read More >

He also highlighted the "positive role" that Gen Z is playing in nation-building to "support the vision and leadership" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "You must be wondering, how come the Coal Minister is holding a briefing for the Sports Ministry. It is the government's approach to have ministries learn about what's happening in other departments. "It is an attempt to ensure there is awareness across ministries," Reddy said explaining the context of the morning gathering with some unfamilia ...Read More >
IndiGo cancelled flights December 17: IndiGo flight cancellations continued on Wednesday at the Chennai Airport due to dense fog conditions and bad weather. A total of 11 flights, including arrival and departure, were cancelled at the Chennai Airport today. IndiGo has also issued an advisory for passengers that flight operations will be affected today. Due to the adverse weather conditions, reduced visibility and slower flight movements expected today as misty winter skies blanket North and Eas ...Read More >

The ceremony in Guwahati will also include the unveiling of a statue of the popular leader Gopinath Bordoloi, followed by an address to a gathering of nearly 70,000 people. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Assam on December 20 for a two-day tour, during which he will participate in multiple key events across the state. This was announced by Minister Pijush Hazarika during a meeting at the BJP office in Palashbari. As part of his visit, PM Modi will inaugurate the newly constructed ...Read More >
In a significant step for agriculture in the Northeast, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has meticulously overseen the final preparations for Prime Minister Modi's highly-anticipated visit to Namrup on December 21. During this landmark event, the Prime Minister is set to inaugurate a monumental ₹11,000-crore ammonia-urea fertiliser project, widely viewed as a game changer for local farming. Dibrugarh: Union minister for ports, shipping and waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday conducted a re ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Ethiopia's highest award, 'The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia', by his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali in Addis Ababa on Tuesday (December 16). The ceremony was held at the Addis International Convention Centre in the Ethiopian capital. After receiving the honour, the Prime Minister thanked the people and the government of Ethiopia for 'The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia'. PM Modi called it a matter of great pride. "Grateful to the pe ...Read More >

Guwahati, Dec 17: With an eye firmly on the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, the ruling BJP is set to intensify its political and development outreach in the state as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are scheduled for a series of high-profile visits to Assam later this month. Announcing the itinerary, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on a live feed, said the visits will showcase transformative infrastructure projects, and boost economic confidence. The Prime ...Read More >

Hyderabad/New Delhi: Union Minister G Kishan Reddy emphasised the pivotal role of India's youth in national development, outlining a series of initiatives launched under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to empower young people and strengthen the country's sports ecosystem. Addressing the media on Tuesday, in the national capital, the Minister noted that India has the world's largest youth population, and the Central Government has introduced multiple schemes to involve them in sha ...Read More >
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