India

Neem Karoli Baba's Kainchi Dham May Soon Make Advance Registration A Must

Tourist spots and pilgrimage sites across Uttarakhand often see a surge in devotees and tourists on weekends and during festivals. The result is traffic jams and overcrowding, which affect pilgrims and residents alike.

Running on empty, Trump turns to Putin to fuel midterm hopes

Ex-Intel CEO warns tech giants: Custom AI chips won't solve AI’s biggest shortage

Pat Gelsinger emphasized that designing custom silicon for AI will not alleviate significant shortages in the industry. He pointed out that manufacturing silicon remains a lengthy process regardless of design speed. Limitations also arise from memory bandwidth and advancements in packaging, thereby impacting performance. Gelsinger noted that parts of semiconductor engineering can still be complex…

DKS backs Rahul over 'collar-pull' row; Himanta recalls 2015 'humiliation'

MPSC Agitation Intensifies: Rohit Pawar Accuses CM of Sacrificing Student Futures to Protect an Ally

PUNE — NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar faction) MLA Rohit Pawar has issued a stern warning to the Maharashtra government, cautioning that abandoning lakhs of MPSC aspirants will make the upcoming protests highly costly for the ruling dispensation.

CM Vishnu Deo Sai Charts ‘Viksit Chhattisgarh 2047’ at Seva Sankalp Forum

At a dialogue in Nava Raipur, the chief minister outlined a digital‑driven growth plan focusing on welfare reach, forest‑based tourism, industry and post‑Naxal development. He also launched an online self‑enumeration drive for Census 2027.

Home Ministry tables FCRA Amendment Bill to Joint Parliamentary Committee

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, introduced by the Home Ministry, seeks tighter oversight of foreign funds, asset vesting and reduced penalties. It was referred to the Joint Parliamentary Committee on August 12, 2026.

Capital in Lockdown Mode: Delhi Deploys 23,000 Troops Ahead of Massive CJP Rally at Jantar Mantar

NEW DELHI — The national capital has been placed on maximum security alert ahead of a major demonstration scheduled for October 10, with authorities mobilizing approximately 23,000 security personnel to manage the anticipated crowds.

Cracking Down on Student Housing: Delhi Unveils Stringent PG Regulations and Digital Tracking Portal

NEW DELHI — The Delhi government has launched a stringent crackdown on unregulated student accommodations, announcing plans to inspect 100 suspected Paying Guest (PG) facilities over the next three days.

From Metro to Metropolis: Delhi LG Highlights Japanese Collaboration as Blueprint for Urban Transformation

NEW DELHI — Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu has hailed the Delhi Metro as a "shining example" of the enduring strategic and economic partnership between India and Japan.

From Nandigram to Nagaon: What Friday’s Bypoll Verdicts Mean for India’s Political Landscape

NEW DELHI — The stage is set for a pivotal day in Indian politics as vote counting begins at 8:00 a.m. on Friday for six closely watched bypolls across West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Puducherry.

Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Code: Rajnath Singh Pushes for Mandatory Vedic Math in UP Schools

AYODHYA — Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has strongly advocated for the integration of Sanskrit and Vedic mathematics into the mainstream school curriculum, framing it as a vital bridge between India’s ancient knowledge systems and modern scientific education.

Navigating an 'Age of Flux': Jaishankar Defends India's Nuanced Approach to Global Alliances

NEW DELHI — External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has articulated a nuanced vision for India’s foreign policy, asserting that New Delhi cannot afford a "black and white view" of its relationships with major global powers.

MV Royad Mammadov Sinks After Drone Attack Off Romanian Coast, Claiming Captain’s Life

CONSTANTA, Romania — A deadly drone attack in the Black Sea has claimed the lives of two crew members, including the ship's captain, after a Turkish-owned civilian cargo vessel was struck and subsequently sank off the coast of Romania. Among the crew aboard the MV Royad Mammadov were three Indian nationals, one of whom sustained injuries and received immediate medical care following the evacuation.

DFS Secretary Sanjay Lohiya to Chair High-Level Meeting on Financial Inclusion Schemes

NEW DELHI — The Ministry of Finance is set to convene a high-level review meeting with the heads of major public and private sector banks on Tuesday to assess the progress of the country’s flagship financial inclusion schemes. The critical discussion will be chaired by Financial Services Secretary Sanjay Lohiya, who will evaluate the current outreach and efficacy of these welfare-driven banking initiatives.

Flydubai Attack Suspect: Co-Pilot Hamam al-Hammami Reportedly Flagged as Security Risk Prior to Incident

DUBAI — Authorities have identified the co-pilot accused of violently attacking the captain aboard a Tel Aviv-bound Flydubai flight as Hamam al-Hammami, an Omani national.

Hailed as a Hero: Indian Flydubai Pilot Smit Machchhar Recovering After Brutal Cockpit Attack

NEW DELHI — The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has reported that Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot who was brutally attacked by his co-pilot aboard a flydubai flight, is "recovering well" under medical care.

Successive Tremors Rock Hingoli District: 3.3 and 4.5 Magnitude Quakes Cause Brief Panic, No Damage

HINGOLI, Maharashtra — Two successive mild tremors rocked parts of Maharashtra’s Hingoli district on Saturday, with the first measuring 3.3 magnitude and a subsequent, stronger jolt of 4.5 magnitude recorded just two hours later.

Diplomatic Push: India Seeks Discharge of 55 Nationals in Russian Military, Warns Citizens Against "Dangerous Path"

NEW DELHI — India has intensified its diplomatic efforts with Moscow, pressing Russian authorities to take decisive action against recruitment agents luring Indian nationals into the Russian armed forces, as reports indicate that 55 Indians are still serving in the Russian military.