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Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:33 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

India-U.K. Free Trade Agreement a Game-Changer, Says Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday (July 26, 2025) described the India-U.K. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a "game-changer" that will benefit a wide range of sectors in India, including farmers, the youth, MSMEs, and industries. He highlighted that under the agreement, 99% of Indian exports to...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:32 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Kerala CM Orders High-Level Probe After Convict's Escape from Kannur Jail

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has ordered a thorough investigation into the escape of Govindachamy, who was convicted of the 2011 rape and murder of a 23-year-old woman. Govindachamy managed to flee from the high-security block of Kannur Central Prison early on Friday (July 25, 2025), but was apprehended by police wi...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:30 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi Vows Inclusive Candidate Selection, Slams 'Biased' EC at Gujarat Congress Meet

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday (July 26, 2025) assured district-level party chiefs in Gujarat that their inputs would be valued in the selection of election candidates. Speaking at the 'Sangathan Sujan Abhiyan' training camp for newly appointed District Congress Committee presidents near Anand city, Gandhi al...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:25 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Army Chief: Operation Sindoor a Decisive Message to Pakistan, Marks India’s 'New Normal' on Terror

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, speaking on Kargil Vijay Diwas at the Kargil War Memorial in Drass, asserted that Operation Sindoor sent a strong signal to Pakistan — that those backing terrorism would not be spared. Referring to the Pahalgam terror attack as a grievous blow to the nation, he stated,...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:21 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Army Chief Launches e-Shradhanjali Portal, Audio Tour, and Indus Viewpoint on Kargil Vijay Diwas 2025

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, marking the 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi inaugurated three key initiatives, including a digital platform that enables citizens to pay ‘e-shradhanjali’ to fallen soldiers. The other two projects include a QR code-based audio guide that narr...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:19 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Jagan Mohan Reddy Flags Andhra’s Fiscal Woes, Cites Poor Revenue Growth and Rising Debt

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy expressed concern over the state's deteriorating fiscal condition in the first quarter of the 2025–26 financial year, citing data from the Comptroller & Auditor General of India (CAG). In a post on X, he said the figures point to a worsening financia...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:17 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

IMD Issues Thunderstorm Alert for 25 Telangana Districts, Rain Likely in Hyderabad

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a thunderstorm alert for 25 districts in Telangana on Sunday, July 27, 2025. As per IMD’s latest weather bulletin, thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds are expected to occur at isolated locations across the state. The affected districts include Adilaba...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:13 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Kiren Rijiju Says Parliament Disruptions Hurt Opposition More, Urges Respect for Democratic Role

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday (July 26, 2025) said that repeated disruptions in Parliament ultimately damage the Opposition more than the government, as they forfeit the opportunity to hold the ruling party accountable. His comments came during the Sansad Ratna Awards ceremony, following a lar...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:11 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Mumbai, Nearby Districts See Heavy Rainfall; IMD Issues Alerts, High Tide Warning

On the morning of Saturday, July 26, 2025, several districts in Maharashtra — including Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Pune, and Satara — experienced moderate to heavy rainfall, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD also forecasted continued heavy to very heavy showers across Mumbai and it...

Published: Jul 26, 2025, 05:10 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Sansad Ratna Awards 2025: 17 MPs Honoured for Outstanding Parliamentary Performance

Seventeen Members of Parliament have been chosen for the Sansad Ratna Awards 2025 in recognition of their outstanding performance in the Lok Sabha. Among them are Supriya Sule (Nationalist Congress Party–Sharadchandra Pawar), Ravi Kishan (Bharatiya Janata Party), Nishikant Dubey (BJP), and Arvind Sawant (Shiv Sen...

Published: Jul 25, 2025, 12:39 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Jhalawar School Collapse: School roof collapsed in Jhalawar, Rajasthan, 4 children died, many injured and trapped

A major accident took place in Manoharthana block of Jhalawar district of Rajasthan on Friday morning. The roof and wall of the government school in Piplodi village suddenly collapsed, due to which 4 children have died so far and many children are feared to be trapped under the debris. There is panic in the entire vil...

Published: Jul 25, 2025, 11:59 AM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Kejriwal attacks BJP, says- When God destroys, he first takes away the intelligence

Aam Aadmi Party's national convenor Arvind Kejriwal while addressing a public meeting in Dediapada of Narmada district of Gujarat, fiercely targeted the BJP. He said that BJP will send many more AAP leaders to jail, but we are not going to be afraid. "When destruction approaches, wisdom fades." Kejriwal said, "There&r...

Published: Jul 24, 2025, 06:15 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Book IRCTC Train Tickets Without Typing—Just Speak!

IRCTC has introduced a new AI chatbot, AskDISHA 2.0, allowing passengers to book or cancel tickets, check PNR status, and track refunds entirely by voice—no typing required. Imagine opening the IRCTC website or app on your phone or computer, tapping the AskDISHA icon, and the bot instantly listens in Hindi, En...

Published: Jul 24, 2025, 06:12 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

India’s Passport Power Surges: Visa-Free Travel Now Possible in 59 Countries

India’s growing global diplomatic relations have given its passport a new recognition. According to the recently released Henley Passport Index 2025, India has jumped eight places to rank 77th—its highest leap in the past six months. The primary reason for this improvement is the addition of two new visa-fr...

Published: Jul 23, 2025, 03:40 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

ECI Begins Preparations for Vice-Presidential Election After Dhankhar’s Resignation

The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Wednesday (July 23, 2025) that it has initiated the process for conducting the vice-presidential election. The poll panel has begun forming the electoral college, which consists of Members of Parliament from both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. Additionally, the EC...

Published: Jul 23, 2025, 03:27 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

India Extends Airspace Ban on Pakistani Aircraft Till August 24 Amid Ongoing Tensions

India has prolonged the ban on Pakistani aircraft using its airspace until August 24, 2025, in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people on April 22. The restriction, initially imposed on April 30, applies to all Pakistani-owned, operated, or leased flights, including military aircraft. Minister of ...

Published: Jul 23, 2025, 11:18 AM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Rekha Gupta leads flood response as Delhi sees heavy downpour

  Delhi has been battered by intense rains, prompting Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to take the lead. Amidst strong winds and water -filled roads, he himself inspected sensitive areas such as Majnu Ka Tilla, Minto Road and ITO intersection. Their commitment was clear: "Negligence will not be tolerated," he warned ...

Published: Jul 22, 2025, 06:06 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Delhi Police Arrest Wanted Criminal Khemchand After Gunfight in Ghazipur

Delhi Police apprehended a notorious criminal after a brief shootout in the Ghazipur area of east Delhi, officials reported on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. The accused, Khemchand (35), a resident of Seelampur in northeast Delhi, had been on the run and was wanted in more than a dozen criminal cases. Acting on specific intel...

Published: Jul 22, 2025, 05:32 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

NASA-ISRO's NISAR Earth Observation Satellite to Launch on July 30 from Sriharikota

The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR), the first collaborative satellite developed by the U.S. and Indian space agencies, is scheduled for launch on July 30 at 5:40 p.m. IST. The satellite will be lifted into space aboard the GSLV-F16 rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. It will be placed...

Published: Jul 22, 2025, 05:21 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Public Hearing in Bihar Demands Cancellation of SIR Amid Voter Disenfranchisement Concerns

On Monday, July 21, 2025, several people's organisations and movements in Bihar held a day-long public hearing in Patna to address growing concerns over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. Held at the Bihar Industries Association (BIA), the Jan Sunwai was jointly organised by g...

Published: Jul 22, 2025, 05:15 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

DGCA Issues 9 Show-Cause Notices to Air India Amid Decline in Overall Airline Penalties

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued nine show-cause notices to Air India over five safety-related violations in the past six months, the government informed Parliament on Monday, July 21, 2025. Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol shared this information in the Rajya Sabha in res...

Published: Jul 22, 2025, 03:30 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Heavy Rains Lash Delhi, Cause Waterlogging and Traffic Delays; IMD Predicts More Showers

Delhi experienced a heavy spell of rain on Tuesday morning, bringing much-needed relief from the heat but causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions across various parts of south and southwest Delhi. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued rainfall throughout the day with a “generally ...

Published: Jul 22, 2025, 03:21 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Vice President Dhankhar Resigns Citing Health Reasons, Sparks Political Speculation

The sudden resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday evening has stirred political circles nationwide, catching both the BJP and the Opposition off guard. Dhankhar, aged 74, stepped down citing health reasons and handed over his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu with immediate effect. He had assume...

Published: Jul 22, 2025, 02:56 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Supreme Court to Review President’s Questions on Governor Powers, Article 142 Scope

On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, a Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai noted that the constitutional questions raised by President Droupadi Murmu regarding whether timelines can be imposed on the President and Governors when reviewing State legislation are of national significance. The five-judg...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 06:07 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

“Fight Political Battle Outside Supreme Court”: SC’s Stern Message on Plea Against Mamata Banerjee

In a firm tone that avoided legal overreach, the Supreme Court on Friday made it clear that litigants cannot turn the judiciary into a political battleground. While hearing a petition filed against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her alleged comments that questioned national integrity, the court refused...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 05:17 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

“Let Political Battles Be Fought Among Electorate”: SC Rejects ED Plea in MUDA Case

In a major observation that may set a precedent for future political cases, the Supreme Court firmly told the Enforcement Directorate (ED) that political battles must be fought among the electorate, not within courtrooms. The statement came during the hearing of the MUDA (Mysuru Urban Development Authority) land scam ...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 04:19 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Shashi Tharoor vs Kerala Congress: Rift Over National Security Stance Goes Public

A political storm has erupted in Kerala as senior Congress leader K. Muraleedharan publicly clashed with MP Shashi Tharoor over national security remarks. Muraleedharan declared Tharoor is “no longer one of us” and banned him from attending any party events in Thiruvananthapuram unless he revises his positi...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 03:44 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Man Booked After Pit Bull Attack on 11-Year-Old Boy in Mankhurd Caught on Camera

A man has been booked by Mankhurd police for allegedly setting a pit bull on an 11-year-old boy and laughing as the child was attacked and bitten. The disturbing incident was caught on video and posted online, raising suspicions that it was not just a cruel prank but a deliberate act aimed at gaining social media atten...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 03:33 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Maharashtra Minister Manikrao Kokate in Hot Water Over Viral Online Rummy Video

Maharashtra’s agriculture minister and NCP leader Manikrao Kokate sparked fresh controversy on Sunday after a video of him appearing to play an online card game on his mobile phone during a legislative council session went viral. Kokate defended himself, claiming he was only trying to watch the assembly proceedin...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 03:24 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Madras HC Slams ED: Says Agency Not a ‘Super Cop’ or ‘Loitering Drone’ Under PMLA

The Madras High Court strongly criticized the Enforcement Directorate (ED), stating that it cannot operate like a "super cop" or act as a "loitering munition or drone" to investigate cases arbitrarily. The court emphasized that the ED's powers under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) are conditional and can ...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 01:35 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Six Arrested in Manipur for Militancy and Ammo Trading Amid Ongoing Security Crackdown

 Among those detained was a self-proclaimed sergeant major of the outlawed group Prepak, taken into custody from his home in Kontha Ahallup, Imphal East, on Saturday (July 19). Authorities revealed he had undergone basic military training in Tanal, Myanmar, and had recruited a new cadre for the group in October of...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 01:19 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Tragic Deaths of Family of Five in Ahmedabad Under Investigation

The deceased have been identified as 32-year-old Vipul Vaghela, his wife Sonal (26), and their children—Kareena (11), Mayur (8), and Princess (5), according to Bagodara police officials. Ahmedabad (Rural) Superintendent of Police Om Prakash Jat stated that the police were alerted to the tragedy around 2 a.m. &ld...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 01:06 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Congress, IUML Slam SNDP's Vellappally Natesan Over Alleged Communal Remarks

The Congress and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) intensified their criticism of the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government on Sunday (July 20, 2025), demanding accountability from Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana (SNDP) Yogam general secretary Vellappally Natesan. They accused him of delivering speeches laced with com...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 12:57 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Congress MP Slams PM Modi's Foreign Visit During Monsoon Session, Questions Commitment to Democracy

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari has strongly criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to the U.K. and Maldives from July 23 to 26, which coincides with the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Speaking on Sunday, July 20, 2025, Tiwari questioned the Prime Minister’s commitment to democratic principles and urge...

Published: Jul 21, 2025, 12:52 PM IST, Updated: Nov 11, 2025, 04:49 AM IST

Landslip Injures Four Pilgrims on Vaishno Devi Yatra Route in Jammu and Kashmir

A landslip struck the old route leading to the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district on Monday morning (July 21, 2025), injuring at least four pilgrims, officials confirmed. Triggered by heavy rainfall that hit Katra town the base camp for devotees heading to the revered shrine atop the Trikut...