The United Nations’ highest court will deliver an opinion on Wednesday that is likely to determine the course of future climate action across the world. Known as an advisory opinion, the deliberation of the 15 judges of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague is legally non-binding. It nevertheless carries legal and political […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday embarked on a two-nation visit to the United Kingdom and the Maldives, with a focus on deepening strategic partnerships and regional cooperation. In his departure statement, the Prime Minister said: “India and the UK share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership that has witnessed significant progress in recent years. Our collaboration […]
Over 300,000 yatris have undertaken the ongoing Amarnath Yatra in the 18 days since it began on July 3. With 20 days still left for the yatra’s conclusion on August 9, the figure is likely to exceed the official estimate of 3.5 lakh this year. Officials said that as of Sunday, 3.07 lakh pilgrims had […]
India will host the 2025 Chess World Cup from October 30 to November 27, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) said on Monday. FIDE added that the host city will be announced later. The tournament will feature 206 players in a knockout format, with the top three earning spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament, which determines […]
The US House Committee on Foreign Affairs has strongly backed the recent designation of The Resistance Front (TRF) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), emphasising that the group’s violent actions warrant international condemnation and justice, not leniency. Posting on its official handle on X, the committee stated: “President Trump calls it like it is. The […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared an article highlighting progress made by the state of Meghalaya. In response to an article shared by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, PM Modi said on X, “Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlights Meghalaya’s remarkable transformation driven by tourism, youth empowerment, women-led SHGs, initiatives like the PM Suryaghar Muft […]
PM Modi opens Parliament’s Monsoon Session with call for unity, hails Operation Sindoor as symbol of national pride Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Addressing the media before the start of the Session, the Prime Minister highlighted recent achievements across defence, science, economy, and digital governance, urging unity among […]
The Lok Sabha was adjourned until 2 PM on Monday following uproar by Opposition MPs demanding a discussion on the recent Pahalgam terror attack and the government’s response through Operation Sindoor. The House convened at 11 AM but was first adjourned until noon after Opposition members disrupted proceedings, insisting on a statement from Prime Minister […]
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), the country’s largest steelmaking Maharatna PSU, has become the single largest steel supplier for the under-construction Zojila tunnel, a landmark infrastructure project that will be India’s longest road tunnel and Asia’s longest bi-directional tunnel. SAIL has so far supplied over 31,000 tonnes of steel, including TMT rebars, structurals and […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a State Visit to Brazil on Tuesday at the invitation of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, with both leaders pledging to deepen ties across a wide range of strategic areas. In a joint statement, the two nations reaffirmed their commitment to bolster the India-Brazil Strategic Partnership, describing their shared […]
