Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with top Trump aides, including US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz and Elon Musk, to discuss strategic ties and trade issues before his meeting with President Trump. Modi aims to emphasize the broader US-India partnership, while Musk's potential business ventures in India were also deliberated.
BJP Assam Pradesh President, Dilip Saikia, has officially welcomed the Prime Minister's visit on Thursday. In a statement issued today, BJP Assam Pradesh Spokesperson Subhash Dutta said that on February 24, a grand cultural event titled «Jhumuir Binondini» will be organised at Sarusajai Stadium in the presence of PM Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz in Washington, engaging in discussions that included top officials like External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval. Modi also interacted with US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and will meet Tesla CEO Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy.
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to Jaya Bachchan’s criticism, clarifying that entertainment tax falls under state jurisdiction. She highlighted GST reductions on movie tickets and detailed government initiatives supporting the film industry, including hosting WAVES 2025 and establishing a National Centre for Excellence for Animation and Visual Effects.
A political controversy broke out in Delhi after BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva accused former CM Arvind Kejriwal of converting the official X handle of the Delhi CMO into a personal account. Sachdeva demands immediate investigation, calling it digital loot of government resources and personal information.
President's rule has been imposed in Manipur, as announced by the ministry of home affairs. This decision follows the recent resignation of Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh, who had submitted his resignation to the state's governor.
A political controversy broke out in Delhi after BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva accused former CM Arvind Kejriwal of converting the official X handle of the Delhi CMO into a personal account. Sachdeva demands immediate investigation, calling it digital loot of government resources and personal information.
Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud discussed his tenure, emphasizing his commitment to constitutional principles and judicial impartiality. He touched on handling political pressures, dynasty allegations, and addressed key issues like the Ayodhya verdict and Article 370, defending the judiciary's integrity.
Aaditya Thackeray warns regional leaders Nitish Kumar and N Chandrababu Naidu about potential threats from the BJP, citing alleged efforts to weaken regional parties and electoral malpractice. He emphasizes the need for opposition unity to address these issues and ensure fair elections in India.
Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya praised Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the HTT-40, highlighting it as a symbol of India's self-reliance and technological proficiency. He noted its development as a transformation from foreign dependency, propelled by the Modi administration and the late Manohar Parrikar’s vision for self-reliance in defense.
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi has refuted Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's allegations that link his wife to the Pakistani intelligence agency ISI. Gogoi dismissed the accusations as false and asserted that the BJP is spreading lies due to a lack of substantial issues to discuss.
The Army confirmed the ceasefire on the India-Pakistan border remains intact despite minor incidents. Tensions are being managed through established mechanisms after some cross LoC firing and a suspected IED blast. The Army maintains a high state of alertness and is closely monitoring the situation to ensure stability along the Line of Control (LoC).
The Opposition walked out of the Rajya Sabha, accusing the government of removing dissenting notes from the JPC report on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. Union minister Kiren Rijiju denied the claims, stating all proceedings were in accordance with the rules and dissent notes were included in the appendix.
Aaditya Thackeray met Arvind Kejriwal to assure support despite election defeat. He raised concerns about EVM and voter fraud, claiming elections are no longer free and fair. Thackeray highlighted BJP's intention to eliminate regional parties and stressed the importance of addressing voter name deletions, citing potential risks for other leaders facing similar issues.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington, DC, for a two-day visit focusing on bolstering trade, defense, and technology ties with the US. He met with key figures including President Trump and the newly confirmed Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has started his two-day visit to the US, where he will hold bilateral talks with President Donald Trump. Additionally, he will engage in business meetings and interact with Indian community members. Modi met US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in Washington DC to discuss India-US friendship.
Frowns at HC decision to refer the matter to mediation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington, DC, for a two-day visit focusing on bolstering trade, defense, and technology ties with the US. He met with key figures including President Trump and the newly confirmed Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Blair House during his two-day visit to the US and received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora. Blair House, renowned for hosting global dignitaries, features premium accommodation with 119 rooms and rich American heritage. Modi's visit, adorned with the Indian flag, follows an invitation from US President Donald Trump.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora as he arrived in the US for a visit, invited by US President Donald Trump. Modi's visit aims to strengthen the India-US partnership, with discussions planned with the US leadership.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the US for a two-day visit responding to an invitation from President Donald Trump. Modi aims to enhance the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, focusing on areas such as technology, trade, defense, and energy.
India and France have signed agreements to enhance cooperation in AI, civil nuclear energy, and regional development. Modi and Macron reaffirmed their strategic partnership, emphasizing the joint development of small modular reactors for sustainable energy. They also focused on the Indo-Pacific region, connectivity via the IMEEC corridor, skill development, and anti-terrorism measures.
A record of 12 JEE-Main questions were dropped due to errors, raising serious concerns about the NTA's exam integrity. The discrepancies and out-of-syllabus questions have eroded trust and caused frustration among students, overshadowing past error-free papers and highlighting the agency's lack of transparency and accountability.
The Uttarakhand high court has sought responses from the Centre and state govt on petitions challenging the Uniform Civil Code's provisions, particularly those impacting Muslim marriage customs. Contesting the new code's regulations, petitioners argue it infringes on fundamental rights and discriminates against scheduled tribes.
The Ongole breed of cattle, originating from Andhra Pradesh, made headlines as Viatina-19 fetched $4.82 million at a Brazilian auction, marking it the most expensive cow worldwide. Despite limited recognition in India, its unique traits are celebrated abroad. Viatina-19 also won the «Miss South America» title and secured a Guinness World Record.
Gwalior cyber police arrested three students in Noida for scamming a BSF officer of over Rs 71 lakh, falsely posing as Mumbai Crime Branch officers. They exploited his fear of arrest for money laundering, forcing multiple transactions. The suspects transferred the scammed funds to various locations and collaborated with a Chinese gang to convert the amounts into USDT.
