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24 Sep

India Criticizes Pakistan at UNHRC for Bombing Civilians in Its Own Territory

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Geneva (Rajeev Sharma): India delivered a scathing rebuke to Pakistan during a session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), calling out Islamabad for targeting its own civilian population in recent airstrikes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Addressing the Council during discussions on global human rights concerns, Indian diplomat Kshitij Tyagi used the platform to sharply criticize Pakistan’s domestic actions and foreign policy priorities. In a pointed statement, Tyagi said Pakistan should focus on its internal crises — including economic instability, military interference in politics, and systemic human rights violations — rather than fixating on India's territorial sovereignty. He accused…

24 Sep

Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Ties Highlight Complex U.S. Foreign Policy, Says Rubio

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Trending, World NewsIndia, Marco Rubiio, US

Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that the Trump administration imposed trade penalties on India due to its ongoing energy dealings with Russia, despite New Delhi being one of Washington’s key allies in the region. Rubio’s comments came during an interview with Good Morning America, where he was pressed on the former president's approach to Russian aggression in Ukraine and the claim that Donald Trump often avoided following through on threats directed at Russian President Vladimir Putin. In response, Rubio defended the administration’s record, pointing to specific economic decisions. “India is one of our…

23 Sep

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Vows Strict Action Over Kashipur Violence, Recovers Cheating Mafia Operation

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Kashipur, Uttarakhand, September 23, 2025 — Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday promised strict action against those involved in the recent Kashipur violence, including reports of alleged participation by a local SP leader. Speaking to reporters, Dhami stated that anyone taking law and order into their own hands will face strict consequences, and the cost of damages to government and private properties will be recovered from the rioters.“We have brought anti-riots law in the state. Cost of the damages to the government or private properties will be collected from the rioters,” the Chief Minister said.In a separate crackdown…

23 Sep

Government Sanctions 25 Lakh More LPG Connections Under Ujjwala Yojana

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaclean cooking fuel, government scheme, LPG connections, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma) — The Government of India has approved the release of 25 lakh additional LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for the financial year 2025–26.With this latest expansion, the total number of LPG connections distributed through the flagship scheme will rise to 10.58 crore, reaffirming the Centre’s commitment to ensuring access to clean cooking fuel for households across the country.Introduced in 2016, PMUY seeks to empower women and improve public health by promoting LPG as a safe and eco-friendly substitute for traditional cooking fuels such as firewood and kerosene. The scheme has been a…

23 Sep

Shah Rukh Khan Wins First National Film Award for Best Actor with Jawan

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, IndiaBest Actor, Jawan, National Film Award, Shah Rukh Khan

New Delhi, September 23, 2025: Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan received his maiden National Film Award for Best Actor on Tuesday, more than 30 years into his celebrated career. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the honour at Vigyan Bhavan in Delhi, recognizing his powerful performance in Atlee’s 2023 blockbuster Jawan.The 59-year-old star, dressed in a classic black suit, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the jury, the Information & Broadcasting Ministry, his family, and his film crew. “To be honoured with the National Award is a moment that I will cherish for a lifetime,” he said, crediting the constant support of his wife…

23 Sep

Young Haryana Man Dies in Workplace Accident in Australia

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National Times Bureau :- Prabhjot Singh, 25, from Haripura village in Sirsa district, tragically lost his life while working in Australia. Prabhjot had moved to Australia nearly three years ago on a student visa to pursue his studies. To support his tuition and living expenses, he was also employed at a transport company. According to reports, the incident occurred on Friday when Prabhjot was closing the gate of a reversing loader at the company site. In a sudden mishap, he got trapped between the loader and a trailer, succumbing to his injuries on the spot. Friends of Prabhjot are coordinating…

23 Sep

Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif Announce Pregnancy, Call It ‘Best Chapter of Our Lives’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, IndiaKatrina Kaif, Pregnancy, Top news, Viky Kaushal

National Times Bureau :- Bollywood’s beloved couple, Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif, are stepping into a new phase of life as they announced on Tuesday that they are expecting their first child. In an emotional social media post, the duo expressed their joy, calling it “the best chapter of our lives.” The announcement was accompanied by a picture where Katrina is seen gracefully showing her baby bump, while Vicky tenderly caresses it. The couple captioned the post: “On our way to start the best chapter of our lives with hearts full of joy and gratitude.” Soon after the post went…

23 Sep

Govt Bans Use of Public Funds for Festival Gifts

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National Times Bureau :- The Ministry of Finance has directed all central government ministries, departments and affiliated organisations to stop spending public money on gifts during Diwali or any other festival. According to the fresh order issued by the Department of Expenditure, the move is part of the Centre’s effort to maintain strict fiscal discipline and avoid non-essential spending. The decision has been enforced with immediate effect. The circular further noted that similar instructions have been issued in the past, and this is a continuation of the government’s broader policy to ensure prudent use of public resources. “The Ministry of…

22 Sep

CM Dhami Vows Action Against ‘Cheating Mafia’ Defaming Uttarakhand Govt

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Dehradun, Sep 22, 2025: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday warned that those conspiring to malign the Uttarakhand government under the guise of “cheating mafia” will not be spared.Speaking at an event in Dehradun, Dhami said some individuals, upset with the state’s strict anti-cheating laws, are attempting to tarnish the government’s image. He cited the alleged leak of three pages of a question paper from the Uttarakhand Subordinate Services Selection Commission’s (UKSSSC) graduate-level exam as part of a conspiracy to defame the administration.“A similar attempt was made on Sunday, but this is not a case of paper leak,” Dhami…

22 Sep

UP Government Bans Caste References in Police Records and Public Spaces

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiacaste ban, police records, Uttar Pradesh government, Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow (Rajeev Sharma)— The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday imposed a ban on caste-based references in police records and public places, acting on a directive from the Allahabad High Court aimed at curbing caste discrimination.An order issued by Chief Secretary Deepak Kumar directed that caste will no longer be mentioned in First Information Reports (FIRs), arrest memos, or other police documents. Instead, parental names will be used for identification. Police stations, vehicles, and signboards have also been instructed to remove caste-based slogans, symbols, and references with immediate effect.The order further prohibited caste-based rallies, with police directed to monitor social media…