Top Stories Archives

India to mark National Legal Services Day; over 44 lakh citizens benefited from free legal aid in three years

India will observe National Legal Services Day on November 9 to commemorate the enactment of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, which came into effect on this day in 1995. The day highlights India’s commitment to ensuring access to justice f...

November 8, 2025 1:34 PM

Trump says no US government official will attend G20 summit in South Africa

President Donald Trump said on Friday that no U.S. government official would attend the Group of 20 summit in South Africa later this month, because of what he said were "human rights abuses" taking place in the country. South Africa's foreign minis...

November 8, 2025 1:24 PM

Palestinian militants hand over body of another Gaza hostage

Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad handed over the body of a deceased hostage on Friday as part of the Gaza ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The Israeli military said in a statement on Saturday it had confirmed the body was that of Lior Rud...

November 8, 2025 12:36 PM

Centre notifies Rules for Sustainable Fishing in Exclusive Economic Zone to boost blue economy, empower coastal communities

The Government of India has notified the “Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) Rules, 2025,” marking a major step toward promoting sustainable deep-sea fishing and strengthening coastal livelihoods. The move al...

November 8, 2025 11:56 AM

India, New Zealand conclude Fourth Round of FTA Talks; both sides aim for early, balanced agreement

The fourth round of negotiations on the proposed India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concluded successfully after five days of discussions held in Auckland and Rotorua. The talks were described as constructive and forward-looking, with bo...

November 8, 2025 11:29 AM

India reaffirms commitment to equitable climate action at UN Climate Summit in Brazil

India has reiterated its commitment to equitable and inclusive climate action based on the principles of equity and Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities (CBDR-RC) at the Leaders’ Summit of the UNFCCC COP30 being he...

November 8, 2025 10:39 AM

PM Modi flags off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi, calling the initiative a major step towards modernising India’s railway network and strengthening connectivity across the country. Addressing ...

November 8, 2025 10:28 AM

PM Modi to visit Dehradun on Nov 9 for Uttarakhand’s Silver Jubilee, launch projects worth ₹8,140 crore

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Dehradun on November 9 to participate in the Silver Jubilee celebration marking 25 years of Uttarakhand’s formation. The event will take place at around 12:30 PM, where the Prime Minister will also launch a c...

November 8, 2025 10:01 AM

Peru denies ex-PM seeking asylum safe passage to Mexico

Peru's government on Friday said it will not grant safe passage to former Prime Minister Betssy Chavez, who was granted asylum by Mexico, effectively blocking her departure from the country. Chavez faces conspiracy charges linked to former President...

November 8, 2025 9:43 AM

Statesman blessed with towering vision, intellect: PM Modi, BJP leaders wish party stalwart LK Advani on his birthday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended warm birthday greetings to veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, praising him as a “statesman blessed with towering vision and intellect.” Other BJP leaders, too, wished the party stalwart on his s...

DD India