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07 Jun

India and Indonesia Review Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Ahead of PM Modi’s Jakarta Visit

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaComprehensive Strategic Partnership, India, Indo-Pacific diplomacy, Indonesia

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India and Indonesia reviewed the entire spectrum of their expanding bilateral relations during the eighth India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi on Sunday. Co-chaired by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Indonesian counterpart Sugiono, the high-level dialogue set the stage for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming state visit to Jakarta next month, which is expected to be part of a wider Indo-Pacific regional tour including Australia and New Zealand. The ministerial-level talks, returning after a four-year hiatus, provided a vital institutional mechanism to advance commitments made during Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's landmark state visit…

07 Jun

Dominant India Declare on 564/8 After Captain Shubman Gill’s Hundred Defies Afghanistan

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsSportsAfghanistan, Century, Chandigarh, Cricket, India, Shubman Gill, Test

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian cricket team firmly seized control of the New Chandigarh Test against Afghanistan on Sunday, declaring their first innings at a massive 564 for 8 during the second session. The visitors navigated a brief opening spell before the interval, moving safely to 12 without loss with opening batsmen Abdul Malik and Sediqullah Atal holding the fort. Leading the charge for the hosts, captain Shubman Gill top-scored with a commanding 126, while opening batsman KL Rahul laid the foundation with a precise 100. The momentum was sustained by fluent half-centuries from Rishabh Pant and Sai Sudharsan,…

04 Jun

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal to Visit India for High-Level Bilateral Talks

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia: Nepal, bilateral relations, India, S Jaishankar, Shisir Khanal, trade and connectivity

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Nepal’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shisir Khanal, will pay an official visit to India from June 5 to 7 at the invitation of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. The visit marks the latest high-level diplomatic engagement aimed at further strengthening the close bilateral partnership between the two neighbouring nations. It stands as the first official visit by a minister from Prime Minister Balendra Shah's government to India since it assumed office in March, reflecting the traditional importance Kathmandu attaches to early engagement with New Delhi. During his stay in New Delhi, Khanal will hold formal talks…

30 May

Tiffany Trump Arrives in India on Private Visit, Taj Mahal Tour Planned

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia, Tiffany Trump

Rajeev Sharma :- Tiffany Trump, daughter of US President Donald Trump, is set to arrive in India on a private visit today, with authorities making elaborate security arrangements for her stay and travel. According to sources, she will first arrive in Delhi before proceeding to Agra aboard a chartered aircraft. Officials said Tiffany is expected to land at Agra's Kheria Airport on Saturday morning. From there, she will be escorted under tight security to her hotel. Although the visit is being described as a private one, special arrangements have been put in place in view of her association with the…

28 May

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing to Embark on Strategic Five-Day Official Visit to India

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World Newsbilateral ties, diplomacy, India, International Relations, Myanmar, Narendra Modi

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing will undertake a five-day official visit to India beginning Saturday, May 30, 2026, marking a critical diplomatic milestone aimed at reinforcing strategic, economic, and civilisational ties between the two neighbouring nations. The high-profile visit comes at the explicit invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and represents President Min Aung Hlaing's first foreign trip since officially assuming the presidency in April. The state visit occurs at a crucial juncture as New Delhi actively seeks to strengthen its regional outreach under its "Neighbourhood First", "Act East", and "MAHASAGAR" policies. Originally, the Myanmar…

25 May

Supreme Court Refuses Urgent Hearing on Plea Against ‘Cockroach Janta Party’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaChief Justice, Cockroach Janta Party, India, Supreme Court

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Supreme Court of India refused to grant an urgent hearing on a petition seeking punitive action against the "Cockroach Janta Party" (CJP), a satirical digital outfit that has recently gained significant traction across social media platforms. A bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant declined the request for an out-of-turn listing, stating that the matter would be heard in the due course of time. Addressing the petitioner’s advocate, NK Goswami, Chief Justice Surya Kant remarked not to take the matter so sentimentally, affirming that the situation lacked any grave urgency. The petition, filed…

24 May

India-US Ties Go Beyond Diplomacy, Reflect Global Strategic Partnership: Rubio

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIndia, US

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Highlighting the growing depth of ties between New Delhi and Washington, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India and the United States are no longer merely traditional allies but strategic partners working together on issues that extend far beyond South Asia. Rubio made the remarks during delegation-level discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on the second day of his four-day visit to India. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation across trade, defence, technology and global security. Addressing the evolving relationship, Rubio said the partnership between the two democracies is unique…

13 May

PM Modi Orders 50% Reduction in Official Convoy to Promote Austerity

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingIndia, PM Narendra Modi

Rajeev Sharma :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated a major austerity measure by directing a significant reduction in the size of his official convoy, aiming to encourage fiscal discipline and curb unnecessary government expenditure. The move is being seen as a symbolic as well as practical step towards promoting restraint within the administrative machinery. According to sources, the Prime Minister has instructed the Special Protection Group (SPG) to cut the number of vehicles in his convoy by nearly half. At the same time, he has also expressed a preference for increasing the use of electric vehicles in the convoy.…

12 May

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near religious places, schools

nishuthapar10 CommentsEntertainment, India, TrendingBig news, Cm, India, Tamil Nadu, Vijay

Rajeev Sharma :- In a significant move, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has ordered closure of 717 state-run liquor retail outlets operating near places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands across the state. According to the government, the state currently houses 4,765 Tasmac liquor retail shops. Of the 717 identified for closure, 276 are located near places of worship, 186 near educational institutions and 255 near bus stands. The move is being seen as Vijay’s first major policy decision just hours after becoming Chief Minister. The new government is presenting it as an important social reform step…

09 May

India Announces New Military Leadership as Lt Gen Subramani Named CDS, Vice Admiral Swaminathan to Lead Navy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingCDS, India

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The central government on Saturday unveiled key appointments in the country’s armed forces, naming retired Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani as the next Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the incoming Chief of the Indian Navy. Lt Gen Subramani will assume charge after the retirement of General Anil Chauhan on May 31. His appointment places him at the helm of India’s tri-services structure, where he will also serve as Secretary of the Department of Military Affairs. Government rules permit the CDS to remain in office until the age of 65. Currently…