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Narendra Modi’s governments have spent more than a decade transforming India at scale. Highways have expanded, railway stations are being rebuilt, airports have multiplied, digital payments have become ubiquitous, welfare delivery has increasingly moved directly into bank accounts, defence manufacturing has received a stronger push, and massive infrastructure projects that
International
Iran’s Army chief General Amir Hatami has announced a reward equivalent to around $30,000 for anyone who kills or captures and hands over a US military member, with the amount doubled to approximately $60,000 if carried out by an Iranian woman. The announcement comes amid heightened military tensions between Tehran and Washington. Iran Army Announces […]
International
US President Donald Trump has welcomed the new defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan, describing it as a “big, bold and important first step” towards stronger regional security. The three countries signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, establishing a collective defence framework. Trump Backs Saudi-Turkiye-Pakistan Defence Pact Trump
International
The number of Indian students in the United States has fallen to a 29-month low, with 338,230 students recorded in July 2026. The decline has continued for 10 consecutive months amid tighter visa scrutiny, processing delays and changing US immigration policies. Indian Students in US Fall to 29-Month Low The Indian student population in the […]
International
A Russian missile strike has hit the ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih steel plant in central Ukraine, killing two people and injuring at least 13 others. The attack damaged key production facilities and forced the company to partially suspend operations at one of Ukraine’s largest steelmaking complexes. Russian Missile Hits ArcelorMittal Ukraine Plant The strike hit the […]
National Politics
The Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing for a major organisational reshuffle, with national president Nitin Nabin expected to announce his new national team soon. The restructuring is likely to focus on bringing younger leaders and more women into key organisational positions as the party prepares for upcoming state elections and the 2029 Lok Sabha polls. […]
Law & Order National
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has clarified that he never accepted NALSAR University of Law’s invitation to attend its convocation as chief guest, saying there was therefore no question of him attending the ceremony. The clarification comes amid controversy over student opposition to his proposed presence at the event. CJI Surya Kant Clarifies NALSAR […]