Did India Miss a U.S. Trade Deal by Hesitating? How Timing and Politics Derailed Talks With Trump
A long-discussed U.S.–India trade agreement failed to materialise not solely because of unresolved economic issues, but due to timing, political caution in New Delhi, and what Washington insiders describe as a deliberately hard-edged negotiating style under former U.S. President Donald Trump. That account has now been publicly detailed by Howard Lutnick, who offered an unusually […]
Teen Detained in Pathankot, Contractor Held in Ambala Over Alleged Sharing of Defence Information
Security agencies in Punjab and Haryana have detained two individuals in separate cases within a span of 24 hours for allegedly sharing sensitive defence-related information with Pakistan-linked handlers, officials said on Tuesday. One of the cases involves a juvenile from Pathankot, while the second pertains to a contractor working at an Indian Air Force facility […]
Madurai High Court Allows Karthigai Deepam at Thiruparankundram Hilltop, Says Issue Was Unnecessarily Politicised
The Madurai High Court has upheld an earlier order permitting the lighting of the Karthigai Deepam at the stone pillar atop Thiruparankundram hill, effectively bringing closure to a long-running and sensitive dispute surrounding the ritual. A division bench comprising Justices G. Jayachandran and K. K. Ramakrishnan observed that the controversy had been “unnecessarily politicised” and […]
Supreme Court Verdict on Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam Bail Pleas Awaited Amid Prolonged UAPA Detention
The Supreme Court of India is expected to pronounce its verdict on Monday, January 5, on bail pleas filed by student activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, along with five other accused, in the alleged “larger conspiracy” case linked to the 2020 Delhi riots. The ruling is being closely watched as it may significantly shape […]
Protests and Candlelight Vigils Continue Across Tripura Over Anjel Chakma’s Death
Public anger and grief continue to mount across Tripura following the death of 24-year-old student Anjel Chakma, who succumbed to injuries after being brutally assaulted in Dehradun earlier this month. Candlelight vigils, protest marches and student-led rallies have been organised in several parts of the State, with demonstrators demanding swift justice, accountability, and stronger action […]
Lalit Modi Apologises After Backlash Over Video With Vijay Mallya, Says Remarks Were “Misconstrued”
Former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi issued a public apology on Monday after a social media video featuring fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya sparked widespread criticism. Modi said his remarks were misunderstood and insisted he never intended to offend the Indian government or hurt public sentiment. The controversy erupted after Modi posted a short […]
India Set to Become Self-Reliant, Exporter in Semiconductor Sector: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday expressed strong confidence that India will soon achieve self-reliance in the semiconductor sector and emerge as an exporter, despite entering the industry later than several other global economies. Addressing the Abhyudaya: Madhya Pradesh Growth Summit in Gwalior, Shah said India’s entry into the semiconductor ecosystem, though delayed, has […]
India–Bangladesh Relations Strain as Political Unrest, Violence, and Diplomatic Tensions Escalate
Relations between India and Bangladesh have entered a period of acute strain following weeks of political unrest, targeted violence, and diplomatic friction that have unsettled the region. The crisis intensified after the killing of prominent youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi in Dhaka and the lynching of a Hindu worker in northern Bangladesh, events that triggered […]
PM Modi Emphasises Global Partnerships at WHO Traditional Medicine Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the growing need for global cooperation in traditional medicine, saying the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine strengthened international collaboration in health. Speaking at the closing ceremony at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the Prime Minister said the summit brought together health ministers, policymakers, scientists, and experts […]
India Growing at Over 8%, Says PM Modi in Muscat; India–Oman Trade Pact Set to Open New Chapter
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the resilience and momentum of the Indian economy, stating that India has sustained growth of over 8% despite global uncertainties, as he addressed the India–Oman Business Forum in Muscat ahead of the signing of a landmark trade agreement between the two countries. Speaking to business leaders and policymakers, […]