India strongly condemns demolition of 125-year-old Gurdwara in Pakistan, demands restoration
India on Wednesday lodged a strong protest against the demolition of portions of the historic 125-year-old Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha Sahib in Pakistan’s Farooqabad. The Ministry of External Affairs called the incident a "targeted act of vandalism" and urged Islamabad to immediately restore the structure and protect minority shrines.
New Army Chief Gen Dhiraj Seth Outlines ‘VIJAY’ Roadmap; Focus on Innovation and Synergy
General Dhiraj Seth took charge as the 31st Chief of Army Staff on Wednesday, emphasizing a technology-enabled, future-ready force. Unveiling his vision through the acronym 'VIJAY', the new Army chief stressed modernization, border vigilance, self-reliance, and deep integration with the Navy and Air Force to meet evolving security challenges.
India, Japan sign defence pact as PM Modi holds talks with Takaichi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi held the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in New Delhi on Thursday. The two nations signed a defence co-development pact alongside agreements in AI, critical minerals, and energy, while establishing a comprehensive roadmap for economic security cooperation and sustainable infrastructure.
Karnataka High Court stays state government’s decision to withdraw 52 criminal cases, including Aland communal violence
The Karnataka High Court has stayed the state government’s decision to withdraw 52 criminal cases, including seven related to the 2022 Aland communal violence. The court observed that prima facie the legal procedures were not properly followed, escalating the political confrontation between the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP.
Ram Temple Donation Theft Row: Trust Member Blames Official as Over 500 Lawyers Demand FIR
The controversy over alleged donation theft at the Ayodhya Ram Temple escalated as Trust member Mahant Dinendra Das blamed assistant administrator Gopal Rao for the dispute. Meanwhile, over 500 lawyers took to the streets in Ayodhya, submitting a police complaint to demand an FIR against Champat Rai and others.
Supreme Court Pulls Up CARA Over Bureaucratic Delays in US Couple’s Inter-Country Adoption Case
The Supreme Court has slammed the Central Adoption Resource Agency (CARA) for its "obstructionist approach" in a case where a US-based couple is struggling to take their adopted 12-year-old niece to America. The court questioned why bureaucracy is blocking a motherless child from having a better future.
India’s Drug Regulator Flags 159 Medicine Samples as Substandard in May Surveillance
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has flagged 159 medicine samples as 'Not of Standard Quality' (NSQ) during its routine monthly surveillance in May. The apex drug regulator also identified one spurious drug sample in Assam manufactured by an unauthorized entity, sparking an official investigation.
Not a ‘Reel’ Story: CM Vijay Counters ‘Actor’s Party’ Jibe, Outlines TVK’s Years of Activism
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay on Tuesday strongly rejected criticism labeling his Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) as just an "actor's party." Speaking in the assembly, he argued that the party's rise to power followed years of public activism, including protests on the CAA, Jallikattu, and fishermen's rights.
Lucknow Fire: Inside the Devastated Building Where 15 Died, Trapped by Biometric Lock Failures
A devastating fire in a three-storey building on Usha Mehta Marg in north Lucknow on Monday left 15 people dead, most of them students. The blaze, which started at a second-floor computer training centre, trapped victims after the electronic biometric lock failed, forcing authorities to launch a magisterial inquiry.
Petrol Bomb Hurled at BJP Leader’s Clinic in Bathinda Ahead of CM’s Visit
A petrol bomb was thrown at the clinic of BJP leader Dr Tarsem Garg in Bathinda late Monday night by two masked individuals. The incident, which was filmed by the attackers, has sparked panic and raised serious security concerns just ahead of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's scheduled visit.
