Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the historical resilience of the Somnath temple as the Somnath Swabhiman Parv began in Gujarat. In a message to the nation, he marked the occasion by sharing throwback images from earlier visits to the temple and recalling its enduring significance over
The Supreme Court on Tuesday deferred by a day the hearing in the detention case of activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk. The matter will now be taken up on January 8, with the court indicating that it required additional time to go through the records and submissions placed before it. The case is being […]
The Union government has formally issued a notification for the first phase of the Census of India 2027, marking the beginning of the long-delayed national population exercise. The census, originally due in 2021, was postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest notification lays down the framework and timeline for the initial houselisting operations across […]
Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma has approached the Supreme Court challenging the constitution of an inquiry committee formed by the Lok Sabha Speaker to examine allegations against him. The case raises questions over the procedure followed for initiating impeachment-related inquiries against sitting judges. Challenge to Inquiry Committee In his petition, Justice
India has expressed deep concern over the unfolding situation in Venezuela following recent United States military action in the South American country. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said New Delhi’s primary focus is on the safety and well-being of the Venezuelan people as tensions continue to mount. India’s Statement on Civilians Speaking at an international
The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) administration has announced it will take action against students involved in raising slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah during a campus protest. The university described the slogans as “provocative and objectionable” and said such behaviour could disrupt campus harmony. Incident and University
Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh has stressed that aircraft manufacturers must adhere strictly to delivery timelines, warning that delays directly impact the operational readiness of the force. Speaking at an interaction with defence industry stakeholders, the Air Chief said timely induction of platforms is critical at a time when the […]
Former Congress president and current Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in New Delhi on Monday night after experiencing respiratory discomfort. Hospital officials described the admission as a precautionary medical measure amid respiratory issues that required observation and assessment. Medical Assessment and Cause
Punjab Police have detained a 15-year-old boy on allegations of sharing sensitive information with individuals linked to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The minor, a resident of Jammu and Kashmir, was taken into custody in Punjab following intelligence inputs about suspicious online communications. Allegations Linked to Online Contact According to police
The Government of India has approved 184 improved crop varieties of 25 major crops to help increase agricultural productivity, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen food security. The varieties include options for cereals, pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, and fibres, and are intended for use across different agro-climatic zones of the country. Focus on Productivity and















