Indian Navy’s INS Trikand wraps up high-profile visit to Mozambique—Here’s why it matters
INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, concluded her port call at Maputo, Mozambique on March 29.
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Big Boost to Indian Navy! ‘Sanshodhak’ delivered with advanced capabilities
Sanshodhak (Yard 3028), the last Survey Vessel (Large) ship steered by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau, being built at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE), Kolkata was delivered to the Indian Navy on March 30.
India signs Rs.1,950 crore defence deal—Game-changing radars to guard borders!
Strengthening India’s indigenous defence capabilities under Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India, Ministry of Defence (MoD) has inked a major capital acquisition contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the procurement of two Mountain Radars, including associated equipment and required infrastructure for the Indian Air Force, at a cost of around Rs 1,950 crore.
‘Unsubstantial allegations’: Calcutta HC dismisses plea on ECI’s officer transfers in Bengal
Kolkata/IBNS: The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) challenging the Election Commission of India (ECI)’s large-scale transfer of IPS and IAS officers in West Bengal following the announcement of Assembly elections.
8 killed, several injured in crowd crush at Bihar temple in Nalanda
Patna/IBNS: At least eight devotees were killed and several others injured in a crowd crush at the Mata Sheetla Temple in Bihar’s Nalanda district on Tuesday, media reports said.
Tennis icon Leander Paes joins BJP ahead of Bengal polls
New Delhi/IBNS: Indian tennis icon Leander Paes joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections.
Amroha woman kills her husband, sleeps with his corpse after illicit affair
In a chilling case from Amroha, a woman, her lover, and his friend were arrested for the murder of her husband, media reports said.
'India has become free from Naxal violence’: Amit Shah makes bold claim ahead of deadline
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday asserted that Maoist insurgency in India is on the verge of being completely eliminated, claiming that even its last stronghold, Bastar, is now firmly on the path of development.
Big boost for Nepal! India funds major waste management project in Koshi province
The foundation stone for the construction of a Waste Management Centre in Duhabi Municipality-4, Sunsari in the Koshi Province of Nepal, has been inaugurated.
Big relief for Sri Lanka: India sends 38,000 MT of fuel to Colombo
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday expressed gratitude to India for supplying 38,000 metric tonnes of fuel to the crisis-hit island nation amid ongoing disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East.
Big terror bust: Lashkar commander Shabbir Ahmad Lone arrested near Delhi border
The Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Shabbir Ahmad Lone.
Nitish Kumar quits as Bihar CM after Rajya Sabha entry
Patna/IBNS: Nitish Kumar has resigned as the Bihar Chief Minister after being elected to the Rajya Sabha earlier this month, media reports said.
Shock attack in Kuwait: Indian worker killed in alleged Iranian strike
An Indian national was killed after Iran allegedly struck a power and water desalination facility in Kuwait on Monday, according to media reports.
India-Malta tie-up gets big boost: Talks cover defence, trade, and tech expansion
Officials of India and Malta discussed avenues to strengthen the ongoing cooperation between the two countries and broaden the scope of bilateral engagement, read an official statement issued by the MEA.
Middle East crisis: Modi appeals countrymen to collectively overcome challenges during Mann Ki Baat address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to stay united and resilient amid growing global tensions arising from the Middle East conflict.
Shocking mid-air drama: Passenger tries to open emergency door in IndiGo flight, claims ‘ghost possessed' him
The flight journey from Bengaluru to Varanasi turned into a scary ride for passengers after one of their co-travellers tried to open the emergency door mid-air, media reports said.
UP: Woman shocked after Rs.10 crore suddenly appears in bank account—What happened next?
A woman in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was left stunned after discovering that nearly Rs. 10 crore (over USD 100 million) had been mistakenly credited to her bank account.
Actor Vijay takes the plunge: Double seat gamble shakes up Tamil Nadu polls
Actor-turned-politician Vijay on Sunday announced that he will contest the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections from Perambur and Trichy East constituencies, marking his electoral debut.
Modi says govt taking steps to shield Indians from impact of Middle East crisis
Narendra Modi on Saturday said the government is taking all possible measures to ensure that the impact of the ongoing crisis in West Asia does not burden Indian citizens.
Bengal polls a ‘fight for liberation from fear’, says Amit Shah as he unveils TMC chargesheet
Kolkata/IBNS: The upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is aiming to end the 15-year rule of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), are a fight for “liberation from fear”, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday.
Pre-wedding shoot turns violent in Karnataka: Photographers assaulted at Bettada Bhairaveshwara Temple
A pre-wedding photoshoot at the iconic Bettada Bhairaveshwara Temple in Karnataka turned violent after a group of photographers were allegedly assaulted by locals, media reports said.
Shock in Abu Dhabi: Ballistic missile debris injures 5 Indians near KEZAD
At least five Indian nationals were injured in the United Arab Emirates after being struck by falling debris following the interception of a ballistic missile near Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), officials said.
IndiGo flight makes emergency landing at Delhi airport due to engine failure
New Delhi/IBNS: An IndiGo flight carrying 161 passengers made an emergency landing at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on Saturday following an engine failure, media reports said.
15 Years of TMC rule under fire— Amit Shah to unveil 'chargesheet' against Mamata govt today
Kolkata/IBNS: Union Home Minister Amit Shah will on Saturday unveil a list of allegations against the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal, calling it a "chargesheet" against the ruling dispensation of the poll-bound state.
Clashes mar Ram Navami processions in Murshidabad ahead of West Bengal assembly polls
Parts of Murshidabad witnessed unrest on Friday after Ram Navami processions escalated into violent confrontations, involving stone-pelting, property damage, and arson, media reports said.
PM Modi chairs meet with CMs, invokes 'Team India' spirit amid Middle East crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday chaired a virtual meeting with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors to review India’s preparedness in view of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its potential impact.
PM Modi chairs meet with CMs, invokes 'Team India' spirit amid Middle East crisis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday chaired a virtual meeting with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors to review India’s preparedness in view of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its potential impact.
India backs Bangladesh’s call for justice over 1971 atrocities, slams Pakistan’s ‘denial’
India on Friday expressed support for Bangladesh’s pursuit of justice over the atrocities committed during the Bangladesh Liberation War, calling out Pakistan for continuing to deny its actions.
Big win for India: Japan steps up funding for Metro Rail, hospitals, farming projects
The Government of Japan has committed an Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan of JPY 275.858 billion (approximately ₹16,420 crore) to India for four major development projects spanning urban transport, healthcare, and agriculture across Punjab, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
‘Feeling blessed’: PM Modi attends Surya Tilak ceremony at Ayodhya Ram Temple virtually
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday virtually joined the Surya Tilak ceremony at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple and offered prayers to Lord Rama.