WHO declares mpox public health emergency of global concern
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared mpox a public emergency of international concern. This comes amid a rapid surge in spread of the disease in Eastern Democratic Republic of…
London: Indian High Commission in UK observes ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ at India house
The Indian High Commission in the UK organised ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ at India House in London on Wednesday. A day prior to India’s 78th Independence Day, which is celebrated…
“Ukraine’s missile, UAV attacks on Russian regions clearly of terrorist nature,” says Russia
Moscow has accused Kyiv of carrying out barbarous attacks devoid of military purpose to ‘terrorise’ Russian civilians, after the Ukrainian forces made advancements in southern Russia recently. The Russian Foreign…
Nepal’s lower house endorses bill aiming to complete transitional justice process
Nepal’s House of Representatives endorsed the enforced disappearances, Enquiry, Truth and Reconciliation Commission (third amendment) Act 2024 on Wednesday. The recently amended bill comes after an agreement in between the…
Sindhi leader calls for recognition of August 14 as day of enslavement in Pakistan
In a statement released on Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day, Shafi Burfat, Chairman of Jeay Sindh Muttahida Mahaz (JSMM), has called for the recognition of August 14 as a day of…
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigns months after anti-Israel protests gripped campus
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik announced her resignation on Wednesday, reported CBS News. The announcement comes months after she faced criticism for how she handled on-campus protests in reaction to…
Baloch leaders meet French senators to urge international intervention in Balochistan crisis
The representatives of the Baloch Voice Association (BVA) and the Government of Balochistan in Exile (GOB) convened with a delegation of French senators to address the ongoing crisis in Balochistan,…
“Celebration of ideals of justice, liberty, equality, fraternity…”, Vice President Dhankhar greets nation on Independence Day
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday extended his greeting on the occasion of 78th Independence Day emphasising that the day is a celebration of the ideals of justice, liberty, equality…
PM Modi arrives at Red Fort for 78th Independence Day celebration
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived at the Red Fort to celebrate the 78th Independence Day. Dressed in white kurta and blue attire and a traditional multicolour safa, PM…
Independence Day 2024: PM Modi arrives at Rajghat, pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived at Rajghat in the national capital and paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the country’s 78th Independence Day. Taking to X the Prime…
Indian High Commissioner calls on Bangladesh Foreign Adviser
Indian High Commisioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma paid a courtesy call on the Adviser for Foreign Affairs of the interim Government of Bangladesh Md. Touhid Hossain at the Ministry of…
India gears up for 78th Independence Day celebration
The country is all prepared to celebrate the 78th Independence Day today, Thursday. In the national capital, historical monuments, iconic landmarks and government buildings were lit up in the colours…
US: Vigil held in Atlanta to protest violence against Hindus in Bangladesh
Over 750 protesters gathered for a demonstration on Tuesday organised in Atlanta by the Hindu community and its supporters to highlight the atrocities being committed against minorities in Bangladesh after…
EAM S Jaishankar welcomes German MPs to India
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday welcomed German MPs Jurgen Hardt and Ralph Brinkhaus to India. In a post on X, the External Affairs Minister said, “A good conversation…
Japan PM Fumio Kishida steps away from contesting next election
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has announced his decision not to run in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s leadership election next month, NHK News reported. Kishida explained his decision in…
“Weakening Army, like weakening country,” says Pak Army Chief days after arrest of former ISI chief
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir has said that weakening the armed forces is tantamount to weakening the country, reported Dawn News. “We emerge as a strong nation after trial…
Tableau with Ram Mandir at India Day Parade in New York target of ‘hate campaign’
The 42nd Annual India Day Parade in New York City, scheduled for August 18, has become the target of alleged hate-filled bigotry for including a Ram Mandir miniature float, say…
JP leader Nitish Rane calls Munawar Faruqui a ‘habitual offender’ after comedian’s derogratory remarks on Konkani people
Bhartiya Janata Party leader Nitesh Rane on Wednesday called comedian Munawar Faruqui a “habitual offender” after Faruqui made alleged derogatory remarks about Konkani people for which he later apologised. Nitesh…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah hoists Tricolour at his residence as part of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday hoisted the Tricolour at his residence in the national capital as part of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ ahead of Independence Day. Meanwhile on the…
England name stand-in captain as Stokes is ruled out of Sri Lanka Test series
A tear in his left hamstring, sustained during The Hundred, has ruled Ben Stokes out for the remainder of the English summer. Consequently, he will miss the two-match series against…
Yo Yo Honey Singh excited about his upcoming album ‘Glory’
Singer Yo Yo Honey Singh is all set to come up with his new album ‘Glory’. ‘Glory’ has an international element to it as Honey collaborated with global artistes for…
Independence Day 2024: Iconic Bollywood dialogues that capture the spirit of patriotism
Bollywood has always been at the forefront of instilling patriotism through films, songs, and dialogues. Hindi cinema is known for its nationalistic storylines that often revolve around themes of sacrifice…
Olympic Bronze medal winner Manu Bhaker praises Kartik Aaryan for his performance in ‘Chandu Champion’
Star shooter Manu Bhaker gave a shout-out to actor Kartik Aaryan for his inspiring performance in ‘Chandu Champion’, the story of India’s first-ever Paralympics gold medallist, Murlikant Petkar.” In her…
African representation in both permanent, non-permanent categories will be indispensable part of UNSC reform: India at UN
Vowing its support, India has strongly asserted that African representation in both permanent and non-permanent categories will be an indispensable part of United Nations Security Council reform for a more…
UN Chief calls for parliamentary elections in Bangladesh, urges interim govt to be inclusive
The United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, has called for parliamentary elections in Bangladesh and urged the interim government to make every effort to be inclusive. The UN Chief has…