The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has revealed in its Annual Report for 2025–26 that China substantially reduced the deployment of its People’s Liberation Army (PLA) along India’s northern borders...
Sports Ministry makes exception for IOA, allows 16-member EC on IOC's recommendation
India's participation in int'l tournament guided by sports ministry policy: MEA on SAF 2027 in Pak
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged urban bodies to address water challenges from population growth. He advocated for increased adoption of water-saving technologies and global best practices
New Delhi: India and Canada held their annual Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) at Hyderabad House on Wednesday, reaffirming their commitment to concluding a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of the year.According to the Ministry
As the toll in Nepal s flash flood has crossed 1,000, rescuers are racing to reach workers possibly trapped inside tunnels at hydropower projects. Among nearly 4,000 people missing after the deadly deluge, 900 are hydropower workers believed to be trapped in 1
The government has reduced the sugar stock limit for dealers to 2,000 quintals. This new rule, effective September 15, aims to prevent hoarding and ensure market supply
India has resumed talks with Zambia to explore investment opportunities in critical minerals. Officials from India's Ministry of Mines held preliminary discussions with Zambian officials recently
Welcome to Delhi Confidential, your inside track to the power corridors of the capital. Today: From a notably low-key railway launch near the Nepal border following the devastating floods in the neighbouring country, to the Environment Ministry s packed August
Establishments can now enrol previously uncovered employees under EPF. This Employees' Enrolment Campaign 2026 offers a one-time opportunity for compliance
An Indian man, who ran several companies in Singapore, has been declared bankrupt after he failed to pay wages to more than 400 migrant workers, according to PTI. A bankruptcy order against Ramu Palani Velu was made on August 13, The Straits Times reported on
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified concerns raised by candidates over the Rs 200 fee charged for challenging an answer key, saying the fee is intended to discourage frivolous challenges , indicating that can delay the result preparation process. T
New Delhi: A day after it announced a trimmed-down list of national sports awardees, the sports ministry backed its decision and said awards can t be doled out on reputation alone. We agree it s not the convention, a senior ministry official said
India will continue taking necessary measures to counter terrorism. The Ministry of External Affairs rejected Pakistan's claims regarding the Shahzad Bhatti terror network
Around 580 students have been awarded scholarships under the National Overseas Scholarship (NOS) Scheme over the last seven years, from 2019-20 to 2025-26, according to data provided by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in Parliament. The number o
Several hundred demonstrators burned tyres and barricaded streets in the southern part of Karachi with oil drums and vehicles, hurling rocks at the police, who responded with tear gas. One person was killed as the police opened fire on anti-government demonstr
Welcome to Delhi Confidential, your inside track to the power corridors of the capital. Today: Venkaiah Naidu s rare appearance at a BJP event to the split within the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
New Delhi, The National Testing Agency has removed more than 50 of its staff members and is onboarding professionals for key leadership positions as part of measures to reform the overall examination system, the education ministry said on Monday. The developme
India's unemployment rate fell to 5.1% in July 2026, showing positive labor market trends. Both labor force participation and worker population ratios saw notable improvements across the nation
Taiwan detected Chinese military aircraft and vessels operating near its territory. One Chinese aircraft entered Taiwan's northern Air Defence Identification Zone on Monday
According to a source, The MHA has sought updated details on the status of internationally compliant prison facilities and cases proposed to be withdrawn from extradition proceedings. India has brought back 274 fugitives from 36 countries since 2021 a sharp es
Taipei: Taiwan detected 11 sorties of Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft, eight vessels belonging to the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), and two Chinese official ships operating around the island up to 6 am (local time) on Sunday.In a post o
Qatar categorically denied on Saturday it was detaining any Iranian pilots after an Iranian general said Doha should release three aviators shot down early in the Iran war. We categorically deny the claims circulating regarding the detention of Iranian pilots
Amid concerns over the possibility of states losing revenue from taxes, cess and other levies on mineral extraction following the passage of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, Union Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy on Thursd
India's Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed Arunachal Pradesh's status as an integral part of India. This statement counters China's repeated efforts to assign Chinese names to places within the state
A mere nine women chief executive officers (CEOs) and 25 women managing directors (MDs) are at the helm of top 500 listed companies in India, according to the data tabled by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs in Lok Sabha on Monday. The data further shows that
The National Talent Search Examination remains stalled since 2021, impacting gifted students. Parliamentary committee expresses dissatisfaction with the ongoing delay and lack of progress
The Red Fort will witness a new ceremonial sequence during India s 80th Independence Day celebrations on August 15, with the National Song Vande Mataram set to be sung from the ramparts for the first time, the Ministry of Defence said on Monday
Esmail Baghaei, Iran s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, said Iran is currently discussing the details of possible transit fees over the Strait of Hormuz in its negotiations with Oman over a new route for shipping, whilst emphasising that discussions on the broad
Saudi Aramco has delayed the Jazan refinery restart by two weeks. The facility shut down on July twenty-seventh after a Houthi attack
It was a vibrant celebration of the hands that weave our heritage, the craft that keeps traditions alive, and the timeless textiles that continue to tell India s story. On Friday, the Capital played host to Dhaagon Ki Sargam, a handloom showcase organised to m
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday moved a resolution in the State Assembly mandating that Tamil Thaai Vazhthu the invocation to Mother Tamil be rendered at the beginning of official functions, reaffirming a practice dating to 1970 amid a fresh
The finance ministry said any future MDR on UPI will be nominal and limited to merchant transactions above a specified threshold, while consumers and most merchants will face no charges. The move aims to support UPI s long-term sustainability, security and inf
