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07 Oct

Bar council suspends Supreme Court advocate Rakesh Kishore after attempted shoe attack on CJI Gavai

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsCanadaIndia, Supreme Court

National Times Bureau :- The Bar Council of India (BCI) on Monday ordered the immediate suspension of Supreme Court advocate Rakesh Kishore after he attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai during court proceedings. The BCI also announced that disciplinary proceedings will be initiated against him under relevant legal provisions. In its directive, the Bar Council of India stated that a show cause notice will be issued to the advocate, requiring him to respond within 15 days of receiving the order. He must explain why his suspension should not continue and why further disciplinary…

07 Oct

Trump Again Credits Trade Tactics for Halting India-Pakistan Military Escalation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, India, Pakistan

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that his strategic use of trade measures, particularly tariffs, helped avert a major conflict between India and Pakistan during a period of heightened military tension. Speaking at a recent event, Trump highlighted how his administration leveraged economic tools to prevent what he claimed could have become a full-blown war between the two nuclear-armed nations. “India and Pakistan were on the brink,” Trump said. “Fighter jets had already been shot down. They were preparing for a serious conflict. But I had conversations with them — I won’t say exactly what was said…

04 Oct

Stop terrorism if wants to stay on World map: Army Chiefs blatant warning to Pakistan

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaArmy Chief, India, Pakistan, Top news

National Times Bureau :- Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi on Friday warned Pakistan that if it continues to sponsor terrorism, India will not show the same restraint in "Sindoor 2.0" as it did during Operation "Sindoor 1.0", and that Pakistan must change its ways if it "wants to exist geographically". "India is fully prepared this time. We will not show the restraint we exhibited during Operation Sindoor 1.0. This time, the action will be such that perhaps Pakistan will have to think whether it wants to exist geographically. If Pakistan wants to continue with its position in geography, it should…

27 Sep

India Rebukes Pakistan’s UNGA Address, Accuses Islamabad of Distorting Facts and Shielding Terrorists

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsIndia, Pakistan

New York (Rajeev Sharma): India has issued a firm and unambiguous response to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), accusing him of misrepresenting facts, glorifying terrorists, and using the international platform to peddle false narratives. Exercising the Right of Reply, Petal Gahlot, First Secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the UN, strongly condemned Sharif’s remarks, asserting that Pakistan’s continued justification of terrorism exposes its true intentions. “What we witnessed this morning was not diplomacy but dramatic storytelling from the Prime Minister of Pakistan. But theatrics can’t overshadow the reality: Pakistan has long used…

26 Sep

MEA Confirms 2,417 Indians Deported from US Since January, Emphasises Legal Migration

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDeportation, illegal migration, India, MEA, Randhir Jaiswal, United States

New Delhi, September 26, 2025: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday confirmed that 2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from the United States since January 2025. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted India’s firm stance against illegal migration, stressing the government’s focus on promoting safe and legal channels for migration.“Since January, 2,417 Indian nationals have been deported or repatriated from the United States. We remain committed to encouraging legal pathways and stand firmly against illegal migration,” Jaiswal said during the weekly media briefing.Explaining the verification process, he noted that individuals without legal status abroad are returned to India…

25 Sep

Selection Shake-Up: India Names Fresh-Looking Test Squad for West Indies Series

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsSports, TrendingIndia, Shubman Gill, West Indies

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): With the white-ball campaign nearing its climax in the UAE, India's focus is quickly turning to the traditional format of the game. As preparations begin for the upcoming Test series at home against the West Indies, chief selector Ajit Agarkar has unveiled a squad that blends fresh energy with experienced hands. The 15-member team, announced today, features Shubman Gill continuing in his leadership role, but it's Ravindra Jadeja’s promotion to vice-captain that has caught many eyes. The veteran all-rounder steps up as deputy with regular vice-captain Rishabh Pant still unavailable for selection. While the core of…

25 Sep

India Successfully Test-Fires Agni-Prime Missile from Rail-Based Launcher

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National Times Bureau :- India marked a major milestone in missile technology on Thursday with the successful test-firing of the new-generation Agni-Prime missile from a specially designed rail-based mobile launcher. With a range of 2,000 kilometers, the missile demonstrated precision and reliability during the trial. Historic First for India’s Missile Program This is the first time India has launched an intermediate-range ballistic missile from its extensive rail network. The test, conducted from the Integrated Test Range in Odisha, showcased the country’s enhanced strategic capabilities and the ability to transport and launch the system from anywhere across the nation. Features of…

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…

22 Sep

GST 2.0 Rollout: Simpler Tax Regime Promises Savings for Households, Hits Luxury Goods

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingGST, India, Narendra Modi

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India has entered a new phase of indirect taxation with the launch of GST 2.0, which takes effect nationwide from today. The overhaul replaces the earlier four-rate structure with a streamlined system that has just two regular slabs – 5% for essentials and 18% for most goods and services – along with a steep 40% levy on luxury and sin products. The government has pitched the reform as a consumer-friendly move that will ease compliance, reduce disputes, and ultimately bring down the cost of living. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, hailing the transition as the start of…