India has officially welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, calling it a vital step toward restoring peace in the Middle East. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement on June 24, emphasizing that “there is no alternative to dialogue and diplomacy” to resolve the region’s complex conflicts. India Commends US-Qatar Mediation…
In a dramatic policy reversal, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that China can now continue purchasing oil from Iran—just hours after brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. The move signals a significant departure from Washington’s long-standing “maximum pressure” campaign aimed at crippling Tehran’s oil-dependent economy. A Strategic Pivot After Ceasefire Trump’s declaration came…
In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, Iran has claimed that Russia backed its recent missile strike on a US military base in Qatar, even as US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. The revelation has added a new layer of complexity to the already volatile geopolitical landscape. Iran’s Bold…
The Congress party has launched a sharp attack on the Modi government following the United States’ recent travel advisory cautioning its citizens about visiting India. The advisory, which cites concerns over crime and terrorism—particularly warning women against solo travel—has been described by Congress as “another diplomatic failure” that tarnishes India’s global image. Shrinate Slams Modi…
On the 50th anniversary of the 1975 Emergency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on the Congress party, calling the period one of the darkest chapters in India’s democratic history. In a series of posts on X, PM Modi accused the then Indira Gandhi-led government of “placing democracy under arrest” and violating the…
In a diplomatic twist ahead of the upcoming BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly considering skipping the event, with speculation linking his potential absence to a state dinner being hosted in honor of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Xi Jinping May…
On the occasion of the 13th Passport Seva Divas, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar announced the full-scale rollout of Passport Seva Programme (PSP) Version 2.0 and the nationwide implementation of e-Passports, marking a transformative leap in India’s passport services. Key Highlights of Passport Seva Programme 2.0 e-Passports: A New Era of Secure Travel The…
A simple banana a day could be your heart’s best friend. Doctors and nutritionists are increasingly recommending this potassium-rich fruit as a natural way to manage blood pressure (BP). Backed by recent studies, including one published in the American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology, bananas are gaining recognition as a powerful dietary tool in the fight…
A new study has revealed that the way you position your arm during a blood pressure check can significantly alter the results—potentially leading to misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment. Conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University, the trial found that even a slight deviation from the recommended posture can raise systolic readings by as much as…
As concerns about age-related cognitive decline grow, wellness expert Ankita Kaul has shared five powerful daily habits that can help keep the brain sharp and resilient. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Kaul emphasized that cognitive slowdown isn’t inevitable—it’s a signal to become more intentional about brain health. 1. Practice Mindfulness and Reading Daily mindfulness…
