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February 21, 2025 11:33 AM

Israeli prime minister tells military to carry out West Bank operation after bus explosions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed the military to carry out an "intensive" operation in the West Bank after explosions on buses close to Tel Aviv on Thursday, in what Netanyahu's office described as an attempted mass attack. No ca...

February 21, 2025 10:52 AM

US envoy meets Zelenskiy as Trump officials keep pressure on Ukrainian leader

U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy for the Ukraine conflict met President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Kyiv on Thursday but there was no immediate word on whether their talks had helped smooth over an unprecedented wartime rift between the once firm allie...

February 21, 2025 10:53 AM

Indian Railways gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela rush

Indian Railways is strengthening crowd management and safety measures to handle the surge in passenger traffic during the final week of the Maha Kumbh Mela. To prevent overcrowding and ensure passenger safety, in the wake of the recent stampede inci...

On the eve of the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, while interacting with the delegates, emphasized the significance of a country’s cultural wealth, with language being its most authentic pillar. He noted that India's vast cultural heritage is unparalleled, stating, "A country is defined by its cultural wealth, its cultural ethos. Bharat, home to one-sixth of humanity, is unique. No country in the world can compare to us, with thousands of years of civilizational ethos." Acknowledging the efforts behind organizing such a significant literary event, he expressed gratitude to the organizers, saying, "It is our bounden duty and, in a sense, a constitutional ordainment from our founding fathers to nurture our culture and languages. This can only be achieved by supporting those who work tirelessly to preserve, disseminate, and expand our literature. I am so happy and delighted that this organization is organizing such a programme; all those associated with it deserve our gratitude." Reflecting on the importance of linguistic freedom in a democratic society, Dhankhar said, "Freedom to think and nurture in our own language is a freedom deeply integrated into our democratic system. I can say with confidence, even from a global perspective, that this is invaluable." He further highlighted Maharashtra’s rich cultural legacy, stating, "Maharashtra is known for its great personalities. If pride is to be defined, it is Maratha pride. If chivalry is to be defined, it is symbolized by Shivaji Maharaj and Rana Pratap." The Vice President also underscored the profound role of language, adding, "Language is not just about literature; it transcends it. Literature reflects the contemporaneous scenario, the challenges of the time, and encapsulates knowledge and wisdom."

February 21, 2025 11:25 AM

PM Modi to inaugurate 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan on February 21 at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. The prestigious literary gathering, returning to the national capital after 71 years, will celebrate Marat...

February 21, 2025 10:39 AM

Kash Patel becomes first Indian American FBI director, vows to restore trust and pursue justice

Kash Patel officially took office as the ninth Director of the FBI on Thursday, making history as the first Indian American to lead the agency. In a bold statement marking the start of his tenure, Patel issued a warning to America's enemies: "We will...

February 21, 2025 10:30 AM

China backs Trump’s Ukraine peace bid at G20 as US allies rally behind Zelenskiy

China came out in support of U.S. President Donald Trump's bid to strike a deal with Russia to end the war in Ukraine, at a G20 meeting in South Africa on Thursday, while U.S. allies rallied around Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. Less than ...

February 21, 2025 9:33 AM

PM Modi to inaugurate SOUL Leadership Conclave in Delhi today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the first edition of the SOUL Leadership Conclave at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Friday. Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay will also participate in the event. PM Modi shared his enthusiasm in a...

February 20, 2025 9:42 PM

India and Saudi Arabia forge New Media Partnership as Waves 2025 Summit approaches

A high-level Indian delegation has concluded a landmark series of strategic meetings in Saudi Arabia, strengthening bilateral media partnerships and generating momentum for India's upcoming World Audio-Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025). ...

February 20, 2025 7:12 PM

Questioning the Election Matrix of the CEC and Election Commissioners

“It is no use blaming the looking glass if your face is awry." - Nikolai Gogol The Election Commission of India is the apex constitutional body for conducting elections for the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, President, Vice President, and state legislatu...

February 20, 2025 5:21 PM

Trump FBI pick Patel faces Senate vote amid Justice Department tumult

The Republican-controlled U.S. Senate is set to confirm Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s pick for FBI director, on Thursday, which would put a Trump loyalist atop the nation's most prominent law enforcement agency at a time of growing upheaval....

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