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Shah’s Morality Pitch Faces Strong Opposition
Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s defence of the Constitution Bill, 2025, has drawn sharp criticism from Rajya Sabha member Kapil Sibal, who accused the government of using the law to target opposition leaders. The proposed amendment seeks to remove the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and other ministers from office...
India Faces Severe Trade Fallout as US Imposes 50% Tariff
The United States has implemented a 50% tariff on Indian goods, escalating trade tensions between the two nations. This move, announced by President Donald Trump, comprises an initial 25% tariff imposed earlier and an additional 25% penalty targeting India’s continued import of discounted Russian oil. The tariffs are set...
Trump claims pivotal role in averting nuclear war between India and Pakistan
Donald Trump has once again asserted that his diplomatic efforts were instrumental in preventing a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan, a claim he first made publicly some time ago. During an interview, the former US president emphasised his direct involvement in de-escalating the crisis, stating that his...
ED raids Saurabh Bharadwaj’s home in hospital scam probe
The Enforcement Directorate launched a series of raids on Tuesday targeting the residence of Aam Aadmi Party legislator Saurabh Bharadwaj, as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation. The probe is connected to alleged financial irregularities linked to a ₹5,590 crore hospital construction scam involving the AAP-led Delhi government....
Amit Shah Supports CP Radhakrishnan’s Vice-Presidential Candidacy
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has expressed strong backing for the NDA’s decision to nominate Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan as its candidate for Vice-President. In an exclusive interview, Shah dismissed any political motivations related to Tamil Nadu’s electoral landscape, instead highlighting Radhakrishnan’s extensive political experience and integrity. Shah, a...
Amit Shah Supports CP Radhakrishnan’s Vice-Presidential Candidacy
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has expressed strong backing for the NDA’s decision to nominate Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan as its candidate for Vice-President. In an exclusive interview, Shah dismissed any political motivations related to Tamil Nadu’s electoral landscape, instead highlighting Radhakrishnan’s extensive political experience and integrity. Shah, a...
Supreme Court Collegium Nominates Two High Court Chief Justices for Elevation
The Supreme Court’s Collegium has recommended the appointment of Patna High Court Chief Justice Vipul Manubhai Pancholi and Bombay High Court Chief Justice Alok Aradhe as judges of the Supreme Court. The decision came after a crucial meeting held on Monday, led by Chief Justice of India B R...
US Tariff Plans Target Products from India
The United States is moving forward with plans to implement a 50 percent tariff on products from India, as outlined in a draft notice published by the Department of Homeland Security. The announcement follows earlier remarks made by former US President Donald Trump, who proposed doubling tariffs on Indian...
CBI Launches Investigation Into ADAG Bank Fraud Allegations
The Central Bureau of Investigation has opened a probe into a bank fraud case involving the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, expanding on an investigation that was initially led by the Enforcement Directorate. This move follows an intensifying investigation into alleged financial misconduct connected to the business empire of Anil...
Pakistan-Bangladesh Relations: Shifting Dynamics Amid Tensions
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, concluded a significant visit to Bangladesh, marking an intensification in diplomatic exchanges between the two neighbouring nations. The trip, coming after notable political shifts in Bangladesh, has raised both expectations of renewed cooperation and highlighted the persistence of long-standing issues between the two governments....
China Questions India’s Stance on Taiwan Following Talks
China has expressed surprise over India’s clarification on its stance regarding Taiwan, describing it as “inconsistent with facts.” The response follows a statement from New Delhi reaffirming its position on the matter. This difference of interpretation emerged after a meeting between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Chinese...
Supreme Court Faces Scrutiny Over Pardiwala’s Rulings
The Supreme Court of India is navigating increasing scrutiny following a series of controversial orders passed by a bench led by Justice Jamshed Burjor Pardiwala. His decisions, which have sparked heated debates, prompted Chief Justice B R Gavai to intervene, as the court grapples with the wider implications for...
India alerts Pakistan over Tawi River flood threat
Diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan have been marked by heightened tensions, yet a notable gesture of cooperation was made on Sunday when New Delhi informed Islamabad about a potential flood crisis in the Tawi River. This information, passed through the Indian High Commission in Pakistan’s capital, comes at...
India Plans Strategy for Exporters Amid US Tariff Hikes
The Prime Minister’s Office has called for a high-level meeting on August 26 to discuss measures aimed at mitigating the impact of rising tariffs on Indian exporters in the United States. According to sources close to the matter, the meeting will assess the challenges faced by exporters due to...
India Suspends Postal Services to the US Amid Tariff Dispute
The Ministry of Communications has temporarily halted all postal services to the United States, following a series of trade tensions between the two nations. This move, confirmed in an official statement on Saturday, is seen as a direct response to the escalating economic conflict, which has intensified in the...
Thaw in Sino-India Ties Seen Amid US Trade Pressure
Diplomatic channels between Beijing and New Delhi are showing a notable shift following a high-level visit by China’s foreign minister, marking a move towards pragmatic engagement in response to mounting trade tensions with Washington. China’s foreign minister, Wang Yi, concluded a two-day visit to New Delhi on 19 August,...
MLAs From Opposition Side Create Stir at PM Modi Rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address in Gaya provoked a political jolt when two legislators from the Rashtriya Janata Dal—Vibha Devi, representing Nawada, and Prakash Veer, representing Rajauli—appeared on his dais, seated in the back row. Their attendance, during a rally marked by the inauguration of development projects worth over...
Debris Engulfs Tharali After Night-Time Cloudburst
A powerful cloudburst struck Chamoli district’s Tharali tehsil late Friday night, triggering a torrent of debris that engulfed homes, shops and official buildings. Many vehicles, including those at the tehsil complex and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate’s residence, were buried under mud and rubble, prompting urgent rescue operations. Emergency services, including...
