In a landmark decision, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the procurement of 26 Rafale-Marine (Rafale-M) fighter jets from France for the Indian Navy. The deal, valued at approximately Rs 64,000 crore, is set to bolster India’s maritime defense capabilities and enhance the operational strength of the…
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has firmly stated that the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, will not be implemented in the state, even under extreme circumstances. Addressing a Jain community event in Kolkata, Banerjee emphasized her commitment to protecting minority communities and their properties, assuring them that Bengal would not adopt divisive policies. Banerjee’s remarks…
In a significant move, India has terminated its transshipment facilities for Bangladeshi export cargo to third countries, a decision announced shortly after Bangladesh’s interim Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus called for China’s economic expansion near India’s landlocked northeastern states. The announcement, made on April 8, 2025, by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC),…
Russia has extended a formal invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Victory Day Parade on May 9, 2025, in Moscow. The event marks the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II and is one of Russia’s most significant annual commemorations. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey…
The iconic Antilia, Mukesh and Nita Ambani’s 27-storey mansion on Mumbai’s Altamount Road, has once again found itself at the center of a legal and political storm. AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi recently reignited the debate, claiming that the land on which Antilia stands was originally Waqf property, raising questions about the legality of its sale….
Union Home Minister Amit Shah concluded his three-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on security measures and developmental projects in the region. During his stay, Shah chaired high-level meetings at the Raj Bhawan in Srinagar, attended by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and senior officials from the Union Home Ministry, Indian…
In a landmark move aimed at accelerating economic growth and infrastructure development, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced an ambitious investment plan worth ₹4.07 lakh crore for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The announcement was made during the prestigious India Global Forum 2025 event held at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai. The investment…
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) finds itself embroiled in controversy as leaked WhatsApp chats and videos expose a bitter altercation between party MP Kalyan Banerjee and a woman MP. The incident, which reportedly occurred at the Election Commission headquarters on April 4, has sparked widespread debate and scrutiny of internal tensions within the party. The leaked…
A newly proposed bill in the United States Congress has sparked widespread concern among international students, particularly those from India, as it seeks to abolish the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. This program currently allows international students to work in the US for up to three years after graduation, providing them with valuable professional experience…
Colombo, April 7, 2025 – Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) has officially commenced operations at the Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT), marking a significant milestone in India-Sri Lanka maritime collaboration. The $800 million project, developed under a public-private partnership, is the first fully automated deep-water terminal in Colombo, designed to enhance cargo…
