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India a Strong Contender for Permanent Seat in Expanded UNSC: UN Panel Chief
18 Apr

India a Strong Contender for Permanent Seat in Expanded UNSC: UN Panel Chief

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New York, April 18, 2025: India has emerged as a “sure contender” for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) if the body is expanded, according to Philip Sibanda, Chairperson of the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) on UNSC reform. Speaking at an informal General Assembly meeting, Sibanda praised India’s consistent global leadership and its significant contributions to peacekeeping.Representing Zimbabwe as its Permanent Representative to the UN, Sibanda emphasized the growing support India enjoys among member states. He highlighted India’s democratic credentials and its leadership within the G4 group—comprising India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan—as key indicators of its suitability…
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PM Modi, Elon Musk Explore New Frontiers in Tech and Innovation
18 Apr

PM Modi, Elon Musk Explore New Frontiers in Tech and Innovation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
New Delhi, April 18, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Thursday to explore avenues of collaboration in emerging technologies, space exploration, and innovation-driven development. The conversation reaffirmed growing ties between India and global tech pioneers.According to officials, both leaders discussed opportunities to deepen cooperation in areas like sustainable development, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship. The call follows their earlier in-person meeting in Washington, D.C., and comes amid India’s expanding efforts to position itself as a global hub for innovation.Elon Musk, who was joined by his family during the interaction, expressed admiration for…
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CM Sukhu Releases Veteran’s Book, Promises Boost to Remote Regions and Education Reforms
18 Apr

CM Sukhu Releases Veteran’s Book, Promises Boost to Remote Regions and Education Reforms

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
Shimla, April 18, 2025: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu met 90-year-old social worker Hari Singh Rana during his visit to Pangi for the state-level Himachal Day celebrations. Rana presented his newly authored book "Mere Achhe Din" for release, which the Chief Minister gladly unveiled.Wearing the region’s traditional white cap, Rana was warmly welcomed and invited to sit beside the CM. The Chief Minister praised Rana’s dedication to social service and extended best wishes for his continued efforts. Rana also submitted a memorandum with key developmental demands for the Pangi region. The CM assured appropriate action and reaffirmed…
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Close Aide of Terrorist Rinda, Gangster Happy Passia, Arrested in the US
18 Apr

Close Aide of Terrorist Rinda, Gangster Happy Passia, Arrested in the US

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News
New Delhi (National Times): Harpreet Singh, alias Happy Passia, a notorious gangster with alleged terror links, has been arrested in the United States, in what marks a key success for Indian security agencies. Passia is a known close associate of Pakistan-based terrorist Harvinder Singh Sandhu, alias Rinda. Passia was wanted in India for his alleged involvement in multiple grenade attacks, including on a private house in Chandigarh and police stations in Punjab. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) had earlier declared a Rs 5 lakh bounty on him, seeking public assistance in tracing his whereabouts. According to officials, Happy Passia was…
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Odisha to Get ‘America-Like’ Highways as Gadkari Unveils ₹4,000-Crore Projects
17 Apr

Odisha to Get ‘America-Like’ Highways as Gadkari Unveils ₹4,000-Crore Projects

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
Bhubaneswar, April 17, 2025: Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari unveiled a massive infrastructure push in Odisha, promising highways on par with American standards. At a public event in Baramunda, Bhubaneswar, Gadkari announced 19 new national highway projects worth ₹4,137 crore to improve connectivity and boost tourism.Gadkari said the Centre had already spent ₹60,000 crore on completed highway works in the state, with another ₹60,000 crore worth of projects in progress. He added that ₹75,000 crore in future projects had also been approved, taking the total investment close to ₹2 lakh crore.One of the highlights of the announcement was the…
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SC Extends Time for Election Commission to Reply in Jairam Ramesh’s PIL on Rule Amendments
17 Apr

SC Extends Time for Election Commission to Reply in Jairam Ramesh’s PIL on Rule Amendments

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New Delhi, April 17, 2025 — The Supreme Court on Thursday gave the Election Commission of India three more weeks to respond to a Public Interest Litigation filed by Congress leader Jairam Ramesh. The PIL challenges changes to Rule 93 of the Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, which allegedly restrict public access to key electoral records.A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna had earlier asked the Centre and the Election Commission to file their responses by January 15. However, senior advocate Maninder Singh, appearing for the Election Commission, sought more time to submit a detailed reply. The court has…
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India Flags Concern Over F-1 Visa Scrutiny, Deportations of Indian Nationals from U.S.
17 Apr

India Flags Concern Over F-1 Visa Scrutiny, Deportations of Indian Nationals from U.S.

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New Delhi, April 17, 2025: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed Thursday that the Indian government is actively investigating reports of Indian students in the United States receiving notices regarding their F-1 visa status. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the Indian Embassy and consulates were in touch with affected students and monitoring the situation closely.The response came amid growing concerns about the treatment of Indian nationals in the U.S., including recent cases involving visa revocations, green card holders being denied re-entry, and Indian tourists being stopped at airports.Adding to the tension, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan…
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to Resume This Summer After Five-Year Hiatus
17 Apr

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra to Resume This Summer After Five-Year Hiatus

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
New Delhi, April 17, 2025: The sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is finally set to resume this summer, ending a five-year break triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and diplomatic strains with China. India and China have agreed in principle to restart the pilgrimage, with modalities currently being worked out.Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh confirmed the development in Parliament, noting that discussions have been ongoing since 2024. These included meetings during the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, the Foreign Ministers’ meet in Johannesburg, and bilateral engagements in Beijing. Singh emphasized that India has consistently urged China to…
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VP Dhankhar Slams SC Ruling on Presidential Timelines, Warns Against ‘Judicial Overreach’
17 Apr

VP Dhankhar Slams SC Ruling on Presidential Timelines, Warns Against ‘Judicial Overreach’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
New Delhi, April 17, 2025: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has sharply criticised the Supreme Court’s recent directive mandating a three-month deadline for the President to act on Bills referred by governors. Addressing a gathering of Rajya Sabha interns on Thursday, Dhankhar questioned the judiciary’s expanding role, cautioning against what he described as a trend of judges assuming legislative and executive powers.“There is a directive to the President by a recent judgment. Where are we heading? What is happening in the country?” he asked, expressing alarm over the perceived judicial encroachment on executive functions. The Vice President emphasised that the Constitution…
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Indian Student Outflow Declines Sharply: Canada, US, UK See First Simultaneous Drop in 4 Years
17 Apr

Indian Student Outflow Declines Sharply: Canada, US, UK See First Simultaneous Drop in 4 Years

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, India, World News, ,
New Delhi (National Times): In a major reversal of recent trends, the number of Indian students heading abroad has seen a steep and simultaneous decline across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, the top three global education destinations. This marks the first time in four years that all three countries have recorded a dip at the same time, according to an analysis by The Indian Express based on official visa data. In 2024, student visa approvals for Indians dropped by at least 25 percent in all three nations: Canada recorded a 32% decline, with the number of study…
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