PM Modi, Donald Trump Exchange Diwali Greetings, Reaffirm India–US Friendship Amid Trade Tensions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his gratitude to United States President Donald Trump for his Diwali greetings and phone call, describing India and the US as “great democracies” united in their shared commitment to global peace and the fight against terrorism. During their conversation, the two leaders exchanged festive wishes and reaffirmed the […]
Delhi Chokes Two Days After Diwali: Smog Blankets Capital, AQI Stuck in ‘Very Poor’ Zone
Two days after Diwali celebrations, Delhi woke up under a thick shroud of smog on Wednesday, as air pollution levels once again surged to alarming levels. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 345, categorised as “very poor”, with some areas breaching 380, nearing the “severe” zone. Thick Smog […]
US Clarifies on H-1B Visa Fee, Big Relief for Indian Students and Tech Professionals
In a major clarification that brings relief to thousands of Indian students and professionals, the Donald Trump administration has issued detailed guidance on the controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee introduced through a presidential proclamation in September. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has confirmed that the hefty fee will not apply to change-of-status […]
‘Avenge of Injustice’: PM Modi’s Diwali Letter Invokes Lord Ram, Highlights Operation Sindoor and a Self-Reliant India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Diwali message to the nation, extended warm greetings to citizens while reflecting on India’s achievements, from military triumphs to socio-economic progress. Drawing parallels between Lord Ram’s righteousness and India’s spirit, he said the country not only upheld justice but also “avenged injustice” through the successful Operation Sindoor, carried out […]
Diwali Fireworks Choke Delhi: 36 Out of 38 Monitoring Stations Hit ‘Red Zone’, 4 Record ‘Severe’ AQI Above 400
As the night sky over Delhi lit up with fireworks marking Diwali celebrations, a dense blanket of smog descended upon the capital, pushing the city’s air quality into the “red zone.” According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), 36 out of 38 monitoring stations across Delhi recorded air quality levels between “very […]
Heavy Rains Drench Chennai as Diwali Begins; CM MK Stalin Reviews State’s Monsoon Readiness
As Diwali festivities kicked off across Tamil Nadu, heavy rain lashed several parts of Chennai on Monday, disrupting early celebrations and causing waterlogging in multiple areas. Localities such as Velachery, Medavakkam, Pallikaranai, and ECR Neelankarai witnessed intense downpours, leading to traffic congestion and flooding on key roads. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), light […]
Supreme Court Flags Rise in ‘Digital Arrest’ Scams, Seeks Centre’s Response
The Supreme Court of India has expressed serious concern over the alarming rise in digital arrest scams across the country, where fraudsters are allegedly forging court orders and judges’ signatures to extort money from citizens. Taking cognizance of the issue, a bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi has sought responses from the Central […]
Sabarimala Gold Theft Case: Sponsor Unnikrishnan Potti Arrested, SIT Makes First Breakthrough
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the sensational Sabarimala gold theft case has made its first major arrest. Unnikrishnan Potti, a key sponsor at the Sabarimala temple, was taken into custody early Friday after hours of interrogation by the team led by SP Bijoy. Officials confirmed that all formalities for his remand have been completed […]
Afghanistan and Pakistan Agree to 48-Hour Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes
After a week of escalating violence that left dozens dead and hundreds displaced, Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire the most significant de-escalation since the border fighting began earlier this month. The temporary truce began at 6:00 p.m. Islamabad time (13:00 GMT) on Wednesday, following back-to-back days of airstrikes, ground assaults, and […]
A Realignment of Pakistan–Afghanistan Relations: From Patronage to Confrontation
The long-simmering tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan erupted violently this week, marking what analysts describe as the most serious military confrontation between the two sides since the Taliban seized power in 2021. On October 11 and 12, heavy fighting broke out along the Durand Line the disputed border separating Pakistan and […]