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August 12, 2026

FCRA Amendment Bill referred to Joint Parliamentary Committee

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 was on Wednesday formally referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for detailed examination following a motion moved by the governme...

August 12, 2026

India's ecological heritage: PM Modi highlights efforts to conserve elephants

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted India's efforts towards the long-term conservation of elephants on the occasion of World Elephant Day.   In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the elephant has remained an integral part of India's ecol...

August 12, 2026

Adityanath greets youth on International Youth Day, says UP govt committed to realising their dreams

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday greeted the youth on International Youth Day, describing them as the strong pillars of a "developed India" and assuring that the BJP-led state government would stand by them in realising their dreams. ...

August 12, 2026

Hormuz to stay closed unless US meets Iran's conditions, Iran official says

The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed as long as the U.S. does not change its behaviour and accept Iran's conditions to end the war, the newly appointed secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security...

August 12, 2026

Trump says Iran options are let Tehran fail economically or 'hit them really hard'

U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran of being "devious negotiators" in an interview released late on Monday and described some of his current options in the war — "just bop along" and let Tehran fail economically or hit them "really, really hard." "I'm ...

August 11, 2026

AAIB takes up probe into Air India Phuket-Delhi flight after sudden 300-foot altitude variation

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has launched an investigation into an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi after the aircraft experienced a sudden altitude variation of around 300 feet during cruise on August 4. The incident involved an Air...

August 12, 2026

Hormuz to stay closed unless US meets Iran's conditions, Iran official says

The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed as long as the U.S. does not change its behaviour and accept Iran's conditions to end the war, the newly appointed secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security...

August 12, 2026

Trump says Iran options are let Tehran fail economically or 'hit them really hard'

U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran of being "devious negotiators" in an interview released late on Monday and described some of his current options in the war — "just bop along" and let Tehran fail economically or hit them "really, really hard." "I'm ...

August 10, 2026

Trump demands Iran pay compensation for deaths as Hormuz deal hopes fade

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday demanded Iran pay compensation for the deaths of people he said it had killed in wars, attacks and protests, raising the rhetorical stakes with Tehran as hopes faded for an imminent deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Tr...

August 11, 2026

India condemns defacement of embassy premises in Slovenia, seeks action against perpetrators

India on Monday strongly condemned the defacement of the premises of its Embassy in Ljubljana and has urged Slovenian authorities to identify and take action against those responsible. The Ministry o...

August 7, 2026

The Danube Crisis: How A Shrinking River Is Disrupting Europe

Europe's second-longest river has long been a symbol of trade, connectivity and prosperity. Today, the Danube is becoming a symbol of something else: how extreme weather can ripple through transport, energy, tourism and local livelihoods. A look at what’s h...

July 26, 2026

President Murmu hails Indian Diaspora's role in strengthening India-Romania ties during State Visit

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday lauded the Indian community in Romania for serving as a vital bridge between the two countries, describing the close bond between their peoples as the strongest pillar of India-Romania relations. Addressing members of the ...

August 12, 2026

Hormuz to stay closed unless US meets Iran's conditions, Iran official says

The Strait of Hormuz will remain closed as long as the U.S. does not change its behaviour and accept Iran's conditions to end the war, the newly appointed secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security...

August 12, 2026

Trump says Iran options are let Tehran fail economically or 'hit them really hard'

U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran of being "devious negotiators" in an interview released late on Monday and described some of his current options in the war — "just bop along" and let Tehran fail economically or hit them "really, really hard." "I'm ...

August 12, 2026

US human rights groups sue Trump over anti-ICC push

Four leading U.S. human rights groups on Tuesday sued the Trump administration over its campaign aimed at dismantling the International Criminal Court, calling the effort unconstitutional. President Donald Trump last year issued an executive order authorizing...

August 11, 2026

India-Namibia bilateral trade rises to $592.94 million; new cooperation frameworks agreed

India and Namibia have agreed to deepen trade and economic cooperation, with bilateral merchandise trade rising to USD 592.94 million in 2025-26, from USD 568.40 million in the previous financial year...

August 11, 2026

India, Liberia discuss women-led development and gender-responsive governance

Union Women and Child Development Minister Annpurna Devi on Tuesday met a parliamentary delegation from Liberia and discussed India’s initiatives on women-led development, political representation and gender-responsive governance. The Liberian delegation, c...

August 9, 2026

Athletes go missing after Commonwealth Games

Five boxers from Pakistan and Uganda vanish from Glasgow hours before their departure The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, came to a spectacular close after 11 days of electrifying competition, record-breaking performances, and unforgettable meda...

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New attacks on shipping as Iran war talks hit fresh impasse

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Government expands digital public service delivery through UMANG, DigiLocker

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West Bengal announces Rs 10 crore flood assistance to Assam

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West Bengal announces Rs 10 crore flood assistance to Assam

Describing the flood situation in Assam as "terrifying", West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday announced financial assist...

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22 minutes ago | FCRA Amendment Bill

FCRA Amendment Bill referred to Joint Parliamentary Committee

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West Bengal announces Rs 10 crore flood assistance to Assam

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August 11, 2026 | Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

FSSAI proposes stricter thresholds for foods high in fat, sug...

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has proposed ...

August 10, 2026 | preventive healthcare

Yoga, naturopathy can play key role in preventive healthcare,...

Yoga and naturopathy can play an important role in disease prevention,...

August 10, 2026 | National Handloom Designers Conclave 2026

National Handloom Designers’ Conclave 2026 highlights design-...

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11 seconds ago | digital public service

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August 11, 2026 | Science led Growth

Odisha’s rare earth, marine biotech and space sectors to driv...

Odisha’s rare earth resources, marine biotechnology potential and em...

August 11, 2026 | Artemis Accord

NASA invites ISRO to join its ambitious Moon Base programme

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