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11 Aug

Zelenskyy, Modi Discuss Ukraine War, Sanctions on Russia in Detailed Talks

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia-Ukraine relations, Russia sanctions, Ukraine war India stance, Zaporizhzhia attack, Zelenskyy Modi talks

Kyiv, August 11, 2025: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a detailed conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, covering bilateral ties, diplomatic cooperation, and the ongoing war in Ukraine. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to Modi for his warm words of support for the Ukrainian people.According to Zelenskyy, he briefed Modi on recent Russian attacks, including a strike on a bus station in Zaporizhzhia that injured dozens of civilians. He condemned the attack as a deliberate bombing of an urban facility, accusing Russia of rejecting ceasefire efforts and pursuing continued occupation and violence.Zelenskyy welcomed India’s backing of Ukraine’s peace initiatives, noting that…

11 Aug

India Slams Pakistani Army Chief’s Nuclear Threat Remarks Made in U.S.

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndia, MEA, nuclear sabre-rattling, Pakistan, Pakistani Army Chief

New Delhi, August 11, 2025 — The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a sharp response to comments reportedly made by Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff during his visit to the United States, denouncing them as “nuclear sabre-rattling,” a practice it said is characteristic of Pakistan.In its official statement, the MEA said such remarks showcased “irresponsibility” and reinforced long-standing doubts about Pakistan’s nuclear command and control. It warned that these concerns are heightened in a country “where the military is hand-in-glove with terrorist groups.” The ministry also voiced regret that the Pakistani Army Chief chose to make these statements…

11 Aug

Over 150 Health Workers Trained to Detect Early Signs of Cervical and Breast Cancer

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAsha worker, Cancer, Education, New Delhi, Top news

National Times Bureau :- As part of a new initiative to fight cancer, more than 150 accredited social health workers (ASHA workers) have been trained to identify and diagnose early stages of cervical and breast cancer. This program was launched in Delhi during the 31st Annual Conference held from August 8 to 10, organized by the National Association for Reproductive and Child Health of India (NARCHI) with support from the Obstetrics and Gynecology Institute at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. The training included how to recognize symptoms and follow referral protocols to ensure patients are quickly guided to diagnostic centers. It…

11 Aug

Rahul, Priyanka Among Opposition Leaders Detained During Protest March to EC Over Bihar Voter Roll Revision

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBihar voter list revision, Election Commission protest, Priyanka Gandhi protest, Rahul Gandhi detention, SIR controversy

New Delhi, August 11, 2025 – Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra were among several opposition MPs detained on Monday while marching from Parliament House to the Election Commission (EC) office to protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar’s electoral rolls.The protest, which saw the participation of Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar, Akhilesh Yadav, T. R. Baalu, Sanjay Raut, Derek O’Brien, and other MPs from the DMK, RJD, TMC, and Left parties, began at Parliament’s Makar Dwar with the national anthem. Participants wore white caps marked with a red cross over the words “SIR” and “vote chori,”…

11 Aug

Punjab Moves Supreme Court to Safeguard Services of Over 1,100 College Faculty Members

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, TrendingHarjot Bains, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Cabinet Minister Harjot Bains has confirmed that the state government has filed a petition before the Supreme Court, seeking to modify its order dated July 14, 2025. The plea requests that 1,158 Assistant Professors and Librarians working in government colleges be allowed to continue in their positions for the time being. Bains said the move was taken to prevent disruption to the academic calendar and ensure continuity in higher education. “Removing such a large number of teaching and library staff at once would create a severe shortage, directly affecting students’ learning and overall academic environment,” he…

11 Aug

Fresh Strains Push India-Pakistan Relations to the Edge: Is Another Conflict Imminent?

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Pakistan

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The fragile peace between India and Pakistan is once again under intense strain, with recent events sparking fears that the neighbours could be inching toward another confrontation. The tension stems from a chain of incidents that began with the Pahalgam massacre on April 22, 2025, an attack that left 26 civilians dead and shook the nation’s conscience. According to officials, terrorists clad in Indian Army uniforms infiltrated Baisaran Valley and opened fire indiscriminately on holidaying couples and tourists. The calculated nature of the assault, targeting mostly married men, underscored its brutality and left dozens of families…

11 Aug

India, Pakistan To Stage Simultaneous Naval Drills in Arabian Sea Amid Strained Ties

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Pakistan

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Amid lingering tensions, the navies of India and Pakistan will launch separate war exercises in the Arabian Sea from Monday, running for several days. Both countries have issued Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for designated maritime zones, though specifics about the vessels involved remain under wraps. Defence officials told ANI that the Indian Navy’s exercises will take place on August 11–12, marking the first major show of strength since Operation Sindoor in May, when Indian forces struck nine terror hubs in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, killing over 100 militants. Despite a ceasefire signed on May 10, relations have stayed…

10 Aug

Karnataka CEO Seeks Evidence from Rahul Gandhi Over Double Voting Allegation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiadouble voting claim, Karnataka CEO, Karnataka elections, Rahul Gandhi notice, Shakun Rani case, voter fraud allegation

Bengaluru, August 10, 2025 – The Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) has formally requested Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to submit documentary proof supporting his recent claim that a voter had cast her ballot twice in the state.In an official notice issued on Sunday, the CEO stated that the documents were required to facilitate a detailed inquiry into the allegation. Gandhi had presented the purported evidence during a press conference in New Delhi last week, naming the voter as Smt Shakun Rani.According to the notice, Shakun Rani denied voting more than once, asserting that she had participated in the election only…

10 Aug

Tesla to Open Second India Experience Centre in New Delhi on August 11

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaAerocity showroom, Tesla Experience Centre Delhi, Tesla India, Tesla launch 2025, Tesla Model Y India

New Delhi, August 10, 2025 – US electric vehicle giant Tesla will open its second Indian Experience Centre on August 11 at Worldmark 3, Aerocity, New Delhi, further expanding its footprint in the country’s rapidly growing EV market. The centre will offer visitors the opportunity to explore Tesla’s latest electric offerings, including the recently launched Model Y midsize SUV.Tesla entered the Indian market on July 15 with the Model Y, priced from ₹60 lakh. The SUV is available in two variants — the ₹60 lakh Rear-Wheel Drive, delivering a range of up to 455 km and accelerating from 0–100 km/h…

10 Aug

Kharge to Host INDIA Bloc Dinner Amid Escalating Row Over Bihar Electoral Roll Revision

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaCongress, INDIA bloc, Mallikarjun Kharge

New Delhi, August 10 – Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge will host a dinner meeting for MPs of the INDIA bloc on Monday evening, as the opposition alliance steps up its campaign against the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar and what it alleges is poll manipulation by the BJP in coordination with the Election Commission.The gathering, to be held at Hotel Taj Palace in Chanakyapuri, will coincide with a protest march by opposition MPs and leaders from Parliament to the Election Commission’s headquarters. The march is aimed at highlighting what the bloc describes as “poll fraud” and…