«At one time, reforms in India were reactionary. This means that either political interests were linked to major decisions, or they were announced to manage a crisis. However, reforms are carried out with national goals in mind. We have set targets. Each sector across the country is seeing improvement. Our growth is constant. Our intent is nation first,» PM Modi said.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor attended a banquet for Russian President Vladimir Putin. He described the atmosphere as warm and friendly. Tharoor's presence caused friction within the Congress party. Other leaders criticised the government for not inviting key opposition figures to similar events. They stated this move goes against democratic traditions.
Congress has unveiled its lineup of speakers for the upcoming Lok Sabha debate on Vande Mataram, marking the national song's 150th anniversary. Leaders like Gaurav Gogoi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will represent the party. The discussion aims to revive the song's revolutionary spirit, with Prime Minister Modi set to initiate the proceedings.
Meenakshi Singh's new coffee table book, 'Expressions of Divinity Maha Kumbh 2025,' published by Bloomsbury India, was launched at India Habitat Centre. The book explores sacred sites and the spiritual experience of millions at the Sangam, portraying divinity through human courage, humility, and strength. Supreme Court judge Justice Vikram Nath praised it as a significant cultural document.
A quantity of cocaine has been seized and several persons, including two Canadians, have been arrested in a major operation now under way in St Elizabeth, sources have disclosed. The amount of cocaine seized and the total number of persons taken...
TEHRAN – Top tech Iranian and Russian companies have signed five memoranda of understanding (MOUs) on artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, smart government, blockchain and fintech, regulators, technology parks, and post services, to promote cooperation in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector.
TEHRAN –The 15th Conference on Management of Technology and Innovation is scheduled to be held on December 10 and 11 in Tehran, with the theme ‘redefining Iran’s future based on innovation’.
TEHRAN – An Iranian delegation led by the head of the Department of Environment (DOE), Shina Ansari, will participate in seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) which is scheduled to take place from 8 to 12 December at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, on the theme ‘Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet’.
TEHRAN – The World Health Organization (WHO) Health Emergency team and Tehran University of Medical Sciences have discussed ways to boost the capacities of the National Polio Laboratory (NPL) and the National Influenza Centre (NIC), two of Iran’s leading public health reference centres.
An updated Pew study shows that, with the change in administrations and party power in Congress, Democrats are now at record levels of anger toward government.
The Supreme Court announced on Friday that it will weigh in on Donald Trump's controversial 'Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship' executive order.
Thousands have rallied in Germany against the military service reform, accusing the government of preparing for forced mobilization Read Full Article at RT.com
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Russia says it hit Ukraine’s military industry and energy grid as Kiev reported blackouts across a number of regions Read Full Article at RT.com
In his letter, Gogoi drew attention to a statement made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in the state Assembly on 24 November, where he claimed that findings of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) of Assam Police suggested that Garg's death «was a murder.» The Chief Minister further stated that multiple individuals have been booked and that the alleged crime was planned and executed by a group.
A booming tax haul fuels government spending, but the fiscal gap persists as sanitation, administration and education absorb the biggest slices of the pie.
A president who has often seemed to float above the laws of politics confronts a new political reality.
As Trump threatens strongman Nicolás Maduro, Venezuelan and Cuban American supporters are urging the president to do whatever it takes to oust him.
Lors de son passage percutant à la télévision, l'honorable Justine Judith Lekogo a lancé un véritable cri d'alarme pour sauver la gouvernance financière du Gabon. Elle a d'abord salué la détermination du Ministre d'État en charge de l'Économie et des Finances, avant d'appeler sans détour à une rupture radicale avec les habitudes qui gangrènent la gestion publique. Elle a dénoncé avec force la prolifération de mécanismes parallèles — fonds hors-budget, comptes spéciaux, circuits informels (...) - LIBRE PROPOS / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON
Il est désormais impérieux pour les enseignants-chercheurs gabonais issus des universités, grandes écoles et instituts de recherche d'avoir des outils afin de pouvoir capter des sources de financement à leurs projets de recherches autres que ceux investis par l'Etat. C'est tout l'intérêt de l'atelier de formation organisé depuis quelques jours à Libreville par l'Agence universitaire de la francophonie (AUF) du Gabon, en partenariat avec l'Université Omar Bongo (UOB), avec l'appui de (...) - ENSEIGNEMENT SUPÉRIEUR / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON
The Delhi High Court has issued notices to a retired IAS officer and digital platforms in a defamation suit filed by former J&K Chief Secretary Arun Kumar Mehta. Mehta disputes allegations of a «Jal Jeevan Mission scam» made by Ashok Kumar Parmar, citing a lack of documentary evidence and contradicting official inquiries.
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi slammed the Centre for excluding Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi from President Murmu's state dinner for Vladimir Putin. She termed the move «petty,» arguing the President's office should be bipartisan. Congress leaders echoed this sentiment, questioning the guest list and alleging government insecurity.
Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule has proposed 'The Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025' to promote work-life balance. The bill aims to curb employee burnout from constant digital communication by granting workers the right to ignore work-related calls and emails outside office hours. Companies could face penalties for non-compliance, encouraging negotiation of out-of-hour service conditions.
Russia has conducted strikes on targets across Ukraine, causing widespread blackouts, local media and officials say Read Full Article at RT.com
Global malaria deaths reached 610,000 in 2024, with Africa accounting for 95% of cases, the WHO has reported Read Full Article at RT.com
Hungary has blocked the issuance of Eurobonds to arm Ukraine, Politico reports Read Full Article at RT.com
Jared Kushner could be one of the policymakers that drafts a Ukraine peace deal, Yury Ushakov has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Hospitality chiefs have accused Labour of breaching its manifesto after hammering firms with a huge increase in their business rates bill that will result in closures and job losses.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with specially curated gifts showcasing Indian culture during his two-day visit for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. The gifts included a Russian edition of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, GI-tagged Assam tea, Kashmiri saffron, and a silver tea set, highlighting India's heritage and craftsmanship.
