Punjab Chief Minister Bahagwant Mann is questioning the External Affairs Ministry on why Amritsar is chosen for the landing of Indian illegal immigrants flight from America. He asked the criteria based on which the Center has chosen Amritsar to land the aircraft. During a press conference, Mann asked, You select Amritsar to defame Punjabso at the same time when PM Modi and Trump were meeting, they must have been putting shackles on our people. Is this the gift Trump has given? The remarks drew c

Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankar paid obeisance at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine on Trikuta hills of Reasi district in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday. He reached Katra, which serves as the base camp for the pilgrims visiting Mata Vaishno Devi temple, where he was received by J&Ks Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. The Vice President is on a days visit to Jammu & Kashmir where he will preside as the Chief Guest at the 10 th convocation of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi

Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandana starrer Chhava, a period drama has made an impressive debut at the box office this Friday. The film, directed by Laxman Utekar is said to have broken multiple records upon its release. Chhava released this Valentines Day, becoming the biggest opening of 2025. It becomes the highest grossing Indian film on Valentines Day, surpassing Gully Boy which had the record till date. Moreover, the film is Vicky Kaushals biggest opener till date. His last was Uri: The Surg

NEW DELHI : Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will meet next week to decide who will be Indias next Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). The meeting will take place before Rajiv Kumar, the current Chief Election Commissioner, retires on February 18. How Is the New CEC Chosen? Earlier, the senior-most Election Commissioner would automatically become the next Chief Election Commissioner. But last year, the government changed the rules. Now, a search committee selects five

WASHINGTON / INDIA: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to work closely in education and research. They want to make it easier for students and universities from both countries to collaborate. As part of this, India has invited U.S. universities to set up campuses in India. They also plan to expand joint and dual degree programs. More Opportunities for Students Both leaders highlighted the contribution of over 300,000 Indian students studying in the U.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for India after concluding his United state during which he held top-level bilateral discussions with U.S President Donald Trump on a range of subjects, including defence, security, trade, technology, energy and people-oriented ties. Modi arrived in the United states from France on February 12. On February 13, Trump hosted him for their first official meeting since starting his second term as president on January 20. During their discussions, both leaders ag

MANIPUR (Imphal) : Four days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned, the central government has placed Manipur under Presidents Rule. This means the state assembly is now suspended. The decision comes as Manipur continues to struggle with ethnic violence that began in May 2023. President Droupadi Murmu made this announcement after receiving a report from Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. The decision was made public soon after both Houses of Parliament adjourned until March 10 for the res

SRIHARIKOTA : The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully developed a powerful new propellant mixer for solid rocket motors. This 10-tonne mixer is a major achievement in improving India's space technology. Solid propellants are very important for rocket engines. Making them requires careful mixing of sensitive and dangerous ingredients. To increase production, the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, along with the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (

SRINAGAR : The Indian Army on Thursday, February 13, 2025, denied reports of any ceasefire violation along the Line of Control (LoC). The Army confirmed that the truce between India and Pakistan is still in place and both sides are following the agreement. In a statement, the Indian Army acknowledged a few recent incidents, like stray firing across the Line of Control and a suspected Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast near an Army post. However, it said these were handled through the usual

We have international brands all over the world, who have established their feet here in India as well. Thanks to globalization and economic reforms all over, top MNCs of the world and leading brands are operating in the country today. Similarly, there are some Indian brands too, that are striding globally, running successfully worldwide. And they are not simply companies today, they have emerged as brands having a potential influence and a remarkable presence. There are Top 10 most valuable Ind

NEW DELHI : Since 2019, more than 42,000 job fairs have been organized across India, and over 18.4 lakh job seekers have been shortlisted, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Thursday (February 13, 2025). He added that 14 ROZGAR MELAs (employment fairs) have been held at the central level in 45 to 50 cities across different states and Union Territories. Several lakh appointment letters have been given to selected candidates by various ministries and departments during these events. Rozgar Mela

New Income Tax Bill 2025: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced a new Income Tax Bill in the Lok Sabha on Thursday (February 13), after getting approval from the cabinet. This bill aims to replace the Income Tax Act, 1961, making tax rules simpler and more modern. Sitharaman requested Speaker Om Birla to send the bill to a select committee for review. Some opposition members objected, but the House approved its introduction through a voice vote. Whats New in the Bill? The bill does not

Reliance Industries Chairman, Mukesh Ambani , has once again secured the top spot on Bloombergs list of Asias 20 Richest Families. The list, released on February 12, 2025, highlights the wealthiest family-run businesses in the region. Ambanis Success Story Mukesh Ambani took charge of Reliance Industries in 2002 after his father, Dhirubhai Ambani, passed away. Since then, he has expanded the company into a global giant with businesses in oil refining, technology, retail, financial services, and

Today, on 13 th February, we mark the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu, popularly known as the Nightingale of India or Bharat Kokila. The day is now celebrated as the National Womens Day in India. The lady is known to have served as a first on many positions, being a national leader, political activist, a freedom fighter and a celebrated poet. Sarojini Naidu was born on 13 th February, 1879 in Hyderabad to scientist and philosopher father, Aghornath Chattopadhyaya and mother Barada Sundari De

A score of devotees gathered at Prayagraj Mahakumbh to take the holy dip on the occasion of Magh Purnima on 12 th February 2025. This was the fourth grand event at the Mahakumbh, followed by the three Amrit Snans of Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya and Basant Panchami. As many as 2 crore devotees took the sacred bath at Mahakumbh on Wednesday. Owing to the traffic and the crowd surge, special security arrangements were made by the Uttar Pradesh administration. Chief minister Yogi Adityanath was h

CHENNAI : The Indian Institute of Technology Madras and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) are set to create Indias own SHAKTI Semiconductor Chip: India is making great progress in advanced technology. The country has successfully developed its own semiconductor chip for space use. This big achievement was made possible by a partnership between IIT Madras and ISRO. The new chip is called IRIS (Indigenous RISC-V Controller for Space Applications). It is based on the SHAKTI microprocessor a

The Mahakumbh witnessed a massive surge in devotees on the occasion of Maghi Purnima on Wednesday, 12 th February 2025. With the region, declared a no-vehicle zone, scores of devotees reached the Sangam to take the holy dip. By far, as many as 46-47 crore devotees have taken the sacred bath at the Mahakumbh, making the event one of the largest human gatherings in history. There was an expectation of 45 crore devotees in the Mahakumbh, which is seen within one month only. The event still has 15 d

India is preparing to share a list of gangsters hiding in the United States with the US government. This will be done during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the US. The visit marks his first trip to the country since Donald Trump returned as President. The list has been compiled by Indias top security agencies, following instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Sources say the list includes notorious criminals like Goldy Brar and Anmol Bishnoi. Both are linked to seri

New Immigration Bill 2025 :The Indian government is planning to introduce a new law, the Immigration & Foreigners Bill, 2025, to make immigration rules stricter. Under this Bill, foreign nationals who enter India without a valid passport or visa could be jailed for up to five-years and fined up to Rs.5.00 lakh (Rupees Five Lakh). The bill will replace four existing laws: the Foreigners Act -1946, Passport - Entry into India-Act (1920), Registration of Foreigners Act-1939, and Immigration - Carri

AYODHYA : Ayodhyas Ram Mandir chief priest, Acharya Satyendra Das, passed away at the age of 85. He took his last breath on Wednesday, February 12, at Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) in Lucknow. Satyendra Das was admitted to the hospital on Sunday after suffering a stroke. Initially, he was treated at a private hospital in Ayodhya but was later shifted to SGPGI for better care. He was also dealing with health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure. On Tues

PRAYAGRAJ : Millions of devotees gathered at the Maha Kumbh Mela on Wednesday, February 12, for the holy Maghi Purnima bath. The event began early in the morning, with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath monitoring the arrangements from Lucknow. With this sacred bath, the month-long Kalpavas is coming to an end. Around ten lakh Kalpvasis will soon start leaving the Kumbh area. Traffic Officials have asked them to follow traffic rules and use designated parking areas. Since morning, thou

Samsung is set to launch its budget-friendly 5G smartphone, Samsung Galaxy F06 5G , in India tomorrow, February 12, 2025. This phone is designed for entry-level users and will be available at an affordable price. Key Features of Galaxy F06 5G Performance: Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. Display: A 6.8-inch HD+ LCD screen with a waterdrop-style notch. Camera: Dual rear cameras with a 50MP main sensor and 2MP depth sensor. An 8MP front camera

NEW DELHI : The government is set to release a detailed report on how well Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) are functioning across India. Minister of State for Panchayati Raj, S. P. Singh Baghel, will launch the Devolution Index Report on Thursday, February 13, 2025. This report will show how much power and responsibility have been given to Panchayats in different states and Union Territories. The Panchayati Raj Ministry said this report is a big step towards making Panchayats stronger and ach

GANDHINAGAR, GUJARAT: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has introduced the Gujarat Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy (2025-30) at GIFT City, Gandhinagar. This new policy aims to make Gujarat a leading hub for Global Capability Centres by creating jobs, improving skills, and promoting digital innovation. The policy, developed by the Department of Science and Technology, focuses on strengthening infrastructure, improving connectivity, and driving economic growth. It was launched in the presence o

KASHMIR : The long-awaited Vande Bharat train from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Srinagar (Kashmir) will start running on February 17, 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially launch the Sangaldan-Riyasi rail track from Katra. After this, the train will rundirectly from Katra to Srinagar. This train will run on the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), which features some of Indias greatest engineering achievements. It includes the Anji Khad Bridge, India's first cable-s

OnePlus has announced its Red Rush Days Sale, which will run from February 11 to February 16 on the official OnePlus India website. During this sale, customers can get huge discounts on popular smartphones like OnePlus 13, OnePlus 12, OnePlus Nord 4, and more. Deals and Discounts OnePlus 13 buyers will get an instant bank discount of Rs.5,000. The OnePlus 13R will have a Rs.3,000 discount. These offers apply to select bank cards, and more details will be available when the sale starts. The OnePl

BANGALORE : The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is showing off its latest technologies at Aero India 2025. The event is being held from February 10-14 at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka, Bengaluru. Aero India brings together people involved in India's defence research and development. DRDO is displaying a variety of new systems, including working models, prototypes, and interactive exhibits. These displays can be found in different areas like indoor pavilions, outdoor

PRAYAGRAJ: With the Maha Kumbh Mela going on in Prayagraj, traffic authorities placed strict rules to control the crowd. Traffic restrictions are also in place in other religious cities like Varanasi. Meanwhile, Ayodhyas Ram Temple has changed its timings due to the high number of visitors. Traffic Ban in Prayagraj Prayagraj officials have announced new traffic rules ahead of February 12, which is Maghi Purnima. On this day, millions of devotees are expected to take a holy dip in the river. To c

An FIR has been lodged against Youtuber Ranveer Allahabadia, social media influencer Apoorva Makhija, comedian Samay Raina and the organizers of the show Indias got latent on Monday. The complaint has been filed with the Mumbai Commissioner and Maharashtras Women Commission stating the alleged use of abusive language on the show. Further demanding strict action against the accused in the letter. Ranveer Allahabadia, who is the famous Youtuber, his channel Beerbiceps is facing widespread criticis

The Delhi Assembly elections results concluded this Saturday, with the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) all set to form its government in the capital after 27 long years. It defeated the Aam Aadmi Party by winning a historic 48 seats, only restricting the party at 22 seats shattering the hopes for a third-consecutive term. Notably, the Delhi Assembly elections saw a significant drop in the number of women winners who even fell from a considerable eight in 2020 to now 5 in 2025. This is the lowest num

For the first time in five years, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has lowered its key interest rate, i.e, the repo rate, by 25-bps, bringing it down to 6.25 percent. This move comes as Indias economic growth slows, inflation eases, and urban spending declines. The rate cut follows significant tax reductions announced in the Union Budget just a week earlier and is expected to make borrowing cheaper for home, car, and other loans. Will Banks Pass on the Rate Cut to Borrowers? The big question now

BHOPAL : Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav requested pilgrims heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh to wait a few days more so that the current situation will improve. This comes after massive traffic jams in several districts of the state. Over the past few days, roads in Jabalpur, Seoni, Katni, Maihar, Satna, and Rewa have been packed with vehicles carrying devotees to the Maha Kumbh. Speaking to the media on Monday, February 10, 2025, Yadav said, There is a lot of traffic pressure n

Bharat Biotech's group company, Biovet, has received approval from the Central Drug Standards Control Organization (CDSCO) for its new vaccine, Biolumpivaxin. This vaccine is the world's first and only one that can tell the difference between cattle that are vaccinated and those that are naturally infected with lumpy skin disease (LSD). Biolumpivaxin is a breakthrough vaccine that is safe and effective for dairy cattle and buffaloes. It has been tested for quality, safety, and effectiven

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for a four-day visit to France and the United States on Monday, February 10, 2025.. During this trip, he will meet French President Emmanuel Macron and US President Donald Trump. PM Modi will stay in France from February 10 to 12 at the invitation of President Macron. He will co-chair the AI Action Summit with him. The two leaders will also visit Marseille, a historic French city, to open Indias first Consulate there. They will then tour the Internati

UK-based tech company Nothing has announced that its new Phone 3a series is being made in India. The company said the phones are designed in London but manufactured in India, combining British design with Indian production skills. The official launch is set for March 4. Manufacturing and Job Creation Nothing shared that its factory in Chennai is making the Phone 3a series, providing jobs to over 500 workers. Impressively, 95% of them are women. The company says this move supports local manufactu

GANDHINAGAR, GUJARAT : The Shri 51 Shakti Peeth Parikrama Mahotsav started in Ambaji, Gujarat today, 10 February 2025.. The event is set to last for three days. The State Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel was present at the opening and prayed to Maa Amba for the well-being of Gujarat. He also flagged off the Palkhi Yatra and Ghanti Yatra, marking the start of the grand religious celebration. During the ceremony, the Chief Minister performed a puja at the Shakti Peeth Complex and received blessings

BANGALORE : Defence Minister Rajnath Singh compared Aero India 2025 to the Maha Kumbh Mela, saying it highlights India's strength and resilience in an uncertain world. The Aero India event started today, February 10, at the Yelahanka Air Force Base in Bangalore. Indias Rising Defence Power The Defence Minister praised Indias peaceful and stable environment and said the country is ready to become a major player in global defence exports. He also said that even as the world faces challenges, I

NEW DELHI : Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to students on Monday, February 10, 2025 as part of the ' Pariksha Pe Charcha ' event. The session was held at Crystal International Public School in Ahmedabad and was attended by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Around 61.49 lakh students from Classes 6 to 12 joined the event, including 14.30 lakh students from Classes 10 and 12. The Prime Minster Modi shared advice to help them prepare for exams. About 40,000 parents from different

PRAYAGRAJ: President Droupadi Murmu reached just now Prayagraj today, February 10, to participate in the ongoing Maha Kumbh festivities, where she will take a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam.During her 8-hour visit, the President also visited the famous Akshayavat tree, and offered prayers at the Bade Hanuman Temple, seeking prosperity for the nation. Accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, President Murmu reached Triveni Sangam, where she is set to perform a ceremonial di

BHOPAL : Madhya Pradesh is getting ready to host the Global Investor Summit (GIS) in Bhopal on February 24 and 25. Preparations are in full swing for the big event. The state Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said Madhya Pradesh is becoming a major hub for startups, following Prime Minister Narendra Modis vision for industrial growth and job creation. The government is focusing on innovation, entrepreneurship, and employment opportunities to support young business minds. Madhya Pradesh wanted to make a

Election commission shows BJPs landslide victory in Delhi Legislative elections 2025. The party is set to regain power forming government in the capital after a period of 27 years. At present, BJP is leading with 48 seats, restricting AAP to only 22 seats. AAPs dream of returning to power for the third consecutive term was shattered by BJP. Amidst BJPs triumph, the Delhi Secretariat has been sealed temporarily ensuring security and safety of records. It issued an order stating the closing it enf

The Bhartiya Janata Party has emerged victorious in the Delhi Legislative Assembly elections, restricting AAP on 22 seats only. This comes as a historic landslide victory for BJP which is coming back to power after 27 long years, ending a decade long rule of AAP. Taking to X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, Jana Shakti is paramount! Development wins, good governance triumphs. I bow to my dear sisters and brothers of Delhi for this historic mandate for @Bjp4India. We are humbled and honored to

The Kalkaji constituency proved to be an intense high stake battle for both BJP and AAP, represented by Ramesh Bidhuri and Aatishi Marlena respectively. Since morning, Aatishi was trailing behind even with a margin of 3000+ votes. But the final results have declared Aatishi victorious in the neck to neck fight among the two parties as well as the contenders. Until sixth round, BJPs Bidhuri was leading with 3,231 votes. But Aatishi narrowed the gap within some time, until noon declared victorious

NEW DELHI: India's Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said 136 operational Vande Bharat trains. By January 2025, 136 Vande Bharat trains are running on the Indian Railways network. These trains, which include chair cars, are almost fully booked, with occupancy close to 100%, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a written reply to Rajya Sabha on Friday. In the reply dated February 7, the Minister mentioned that the trains, including Vande Bharat services, are operated according to the offi

The exit polls of the 70 - member legislative assembly of Delhi are predicting BJP emerging victorious and forming a government in the capital. Early trends show that BJP is winning 40-45 seats, all set to return to power in the capital after a long period of 27 years. It is clearly edging above the majority mark of 36 seats. The heated political battle is going to commence today, revealing the future of Delhis governance, moreover, the implications of which will lie on National politics as well

Billionaire and Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adanis son Jeet Adani got married to Surat based Diamond merchant Jaimin Shahs daughter Diva Shah on Friday, 07 th February in a private ceremony at Shantigram township. As stated by Gautam Adani himself a few days back, the billionaire chose to go against the culture of big fat lavish weddings and opt for a simple traditional Gujarati- Jain wedding instead. The occasion was marked with a Rs. 10,000 crore wedding gift that will be channeled for various

Worlds Most Powerful Passports in 2025 :The Henley Passport Index for 2025 is out, and Singapore has the worlds most powerful passport. It allows visa-free travel to 193 countries. South Korea and Japan are in second place, with access to 190 countries. Seven European countries, namely: Spain, Germany, Italy, France, Ireland, Finland, and Denmark share the third position, with access to 187 destinations. Where Does India Stand? India ranks 80th on the list, with visa-free access to 56 countries.

As votes are being counted by ECI on Delhi elections, the early trends reveal that the face of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)- Arvind Kejriwal, Aatishi and Manish Sisodiya are trailing behind on their constituencies. However, the fight will still be a close one with the major competitors this year, BJP and AAP standing with a tie. Arvind Kejriwal is behind on New Delhi constituency, Aatishi from Tarkaji. While Manish Sisodiya from Jaidpura is also behind. BJP has already chased the majority mark of 36 se

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be one of the first world leaders to visit the United States after President Donald Trump started his second term. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed this on Friday. PM Modi's visit is scheduled for February 12 and 13, following an invitation from President Trump. This will be his first trip to the US since Trump's second term began. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that inviting PM Modi so soon after the new administration to

The Election Commission of India begins counting of votes for the Delhi Assembly elections 2025. The results will reveal whether it will be a fourth term for Arvind Kejriwal or will the Bhartiya Janata Party return to power after a period of 27 years. AAP rose to power in 2015 and then again dominant in 2020. It won 67 seats in 2015 and 62 in 2020 respectively. BJP will hope for coming to power nearly after three decades. While, Congress has been out of power since 2013. As of now, the results a