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17th Indo-French Naval staff talks enhance maritime cooperation

The 17th round of talks between the Indian Navy (IN) and the French Navy (FN) took place from February 6 to 7 in New Delhi. Both sides actively engaged in discussions focusing on operational strategies, training programmes, and Subject Matter Expert (SME) exchanges. 

Hyderabad student brutally attacked in Chicago amid rising assaults on Indian students in US

NEW DELHI: Syed Mazahir Ali, an Indian student hailing from Hyderabad, faced a horrifying attack and was robbed of his phone by armed assailants on February 4, in Chicago, US. This incident has fuelled concerns over the safety of Indian students abroad, with a series of recent attacks and tragic deaths reported within a short […]

Modi-Shah duo urges BJP workers to not be complacent before General Elections

NEW DELHI: Despite the favourable momentum gained by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the Hindi heartland and beyond, following the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged his Cabinet Ministers not to become complacent and to exert their best efforts for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2024. […]

India to ‘replace’ forces in Maldives’ aviation platforms instead of withdrawal

Amid escalating tensions, India and Maldives have reached a mutual agreement to replace Indian military personnel in the Maldives instead of a complete withdrawal.

Saudi Arabia’s BRICS membership officially activated

NEW DELHI: After receiving expansion invitations at the 2023 annual summit, Saudi Arabia is now confirmed to become a member of the BRICS alliance. South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, has officially announced the inclusion of Saudi Arabia and the four other invited nations. At the beginning of 2024, questions surfaced about Saudi Arabia’s position […]

Watch: Chaos ensues in Maldives Parliament over anti-India Muizzu govt

In an unprecedented turn of events on Sunday, a special session in the Maldives Parliament transformed into a scene of chaos and violence, with lawmakers engaging in physical altercations, including punches, hair-pulling, and kicks.

India’s first female elephant mahout, Parbati, honoured with Padma Shri

She earned recognition for her efforts in guiding a herd of over 50 elephants in West Bengal's Midnapore district back to their migratory trail, showcasing her expertise in managing these majestic beings.

Devastating drowning tragedy claims four Indian lives in Australia

In a devastating incident at an unpatrolled beach on Phillip Island, Victoria, Australia, four individuals, including two women, lost their lives in a drowning tragedy.

Elon Musk deems India’s lack of UNSC seat ‘absurd’

In US' San Francisco, Tesla CEO and Twitter owner Elon Musk emphasised the need for a revision of UN structures, labelling India's absence as a permanent member of the UN Security Council as 'absurd.'

BRICS membership cure-all for Egypt’s economic woes? Cairo expert explains

NEW DELHI: The BRICS group, a crucial platform for emerging markets and developing nations, has formally embraced five additional members: Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and the UAE. Their inclusion became effective on January 1, 2024, signifying a noteworthy expansion for the coalition initially established by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This expansion […]