India-Uzbekistan Joint military Exercise – Dustlik-2019 to begin in Tashkent today

In his address, Rajnath Singh said that Uzbekistan on this momentous occasion wherein the armies of our two great nations are ready to participate in their first Joint Exercise ‘Dustlik-2019’.  He said terrorism is a global menace and all nations are affected by it in some form of the other.  The Raksha Mantri assured Uzbekistan … Read more

Air quality in Delhi-NCR remains in severe category; Odd-Even Scheme to be implemented from tomorrow

In the wake of rising air pollution, Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority has already imposed a ban on all the construction activities in Delhi and NCR region till Tuesday morning. The authority has also banned cracker burning for this entire winter period. Meanwhile, Delhi government said rising air pollution may cause respiratory illness in … Read more

Act East Policy an important part of Indo-Pacific vision, says PM Modi

The Prime Minister said integrated, organised and economically developing ASEAN is in India’s basic interest. PM Modi said expanding connectivity and deepening India-ASEAN economic integration is among the key priorities of the Act East Policy. He added that India is committed to further enhancing the partnership through the strong surface, maritime and air connectivity besides via … Read more

Nepal’s President Bidya Devi Bhandari relieved Governors of all seven provinces of the country

​The Governors were appointed in January 2018 after first ever provincial elections in the Himalyan nation. Nepal adopted federalism after the promulgation of new constitution in September 2015. First time in the history of the country elections for seven provincial assemblies were held in two phases on 26 November and 7 December 2017. Download App … Read more

At least 14 persons including eight women and two children died after a bus plunged into a river in Nepal

The accident occurred this afternoon when a bus skidded off the road and fell some 500 meter into Sunkoshi river in Sukute area along the Araniko Highway in Sindhupalchowk district. According to police 47 people have been injured in the accident. The rescue and relief work is underway. The ill fated bus was en-route to … Read more

US Treasury Secy, RBI Governor discuss economy, regulatory issues

Mnuchin along with United States Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster, Consul General in Mumbai David J. Ranz and other officials visited Reserve Bank of India Mumbai and held discussions with Shaktikanta Das and other senior RBI officials. On Friday, Mnuchin held talks with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the seventh meeting of the Economic and … Read more

PM Modi: ASEAN integral part of Act East Policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that India’s Act East policy is an important part of our Indo-Pacific vision & ASEAN lies at the core of it. Speaking while co-chairing the 16th ASEAN-India Summit with Thailand Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, PM Modi said the Line of Credit of 1 billion dollar extended by India would … Read more

India-Bangladesh Friendship Dialogue concludes in Cox’s Bazar

Speaking at the concluding function Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr A.K.Abdul Momen sought Indian cooperation to resolve the Rohingya crisis. Delivering the key note address on the first day of dialogue on Friday, BJP National General Secretary Ram Madhav said that India believed in the dictum of together we grow. He said that HIRA-Highways, i-ways, Railways … Read more

J&K Lieutenant-Governor reviews development projects

J&K Lieutenant Governor, Girish Chandra Murmu, has said that good governance and efficient administration are vital for hassle-free and smooth public service delivery mechanism. He said that a well-defined citizen’s charter and viable grievance redressal mechanism are the cornerstones of a welfare administration. Lt Governor made these remarks in a meeting he chaired to review … Read more

Pollution breaks all records in Capital Delhi and NCR

It seems, that light rain in Delhi and NCR on Saturday night and Sunday morning has made the condition worse. According to latest reports, the Delhi air quality index reached upto 999 on Sunday morning, falling into ‘Severe’ category. Similar weather condition is being witnessed in cities in neighbouring states. With air pollution soaring to … Read more

Mali: At least 53 security personnel killed in terrorist attack

Officials also said that the death toll remained provisional as the process of identification was still going on. Meanwhile Malian Army also undertook a combing operation on the ground with support from international forces including U.N. peacekeepers. The attack follows after the jihadist raids in late September that underscored the increasing reach and sophistication of … Read more

India-Uzbekistan signs 3 MoUs in the field of Military Medicine and Military Education

India and Uzbekistan inked three Memorandum of Understanding in Tashkent, Uzbekistan during the visit of Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh. Pacts were inked in the field of Military Medicine and Military Education to further strengthen Defence cooperation between both the countries. Rajnath Singh also held discussions with Uzbekistan’s Defence Minister Major Gen Nizamovich. Download App to … Read more

Spain: Protesters march to Catalan government HQ

The peaceful demonstrators marched to Sant Jaume Square to Catalan government headquarters and set fire to an effigy of Catalan Interior Affairs chief, Miquel Buch who manages the police force. The run-up to the vote for a new parliament has seen a series of big demonstrations. Opinion polls show the 10th November parliamentary election is … Read more

Venkaiah Naidu advocates healthy lifestyle as propagated by our forefathers

He was delivering a convocation address at the JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research in Mysuru in Karnataka on Friday. A sedentary lifestyle and modern food habits, he said, is leading to non-communicable diseases. He prescribed Yoga and proper diet for a healthy lifestyle. Saying that Indian doctors have a reputation worldwide, he said, … Read more

Air quality in Delhi and NCR remains very poor

Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said in New Delhi on Friday that everyone has to work together to fight against air pollution. Mentioning the efforts of the Centre to curb air pollution, Mr. Javadekar said, eastern and western peripheral expressway have been constructed and around 60 thousand vehicles are diverted away from Delhi resulting in substantial … Read more

Festival of Chhath is being celebrated with religious fervour and gaiety in Nepal

Our correspondent reports President Bidya Devi Bhandari and Vice President Nand Bahadur Pun also participated in Chhath festival in Kathmandu.Thousands of devotees offered Arghya to setting Sun at the banks of Bagmati and Bishnumati rivers and various ponds in Kathmandu valley.Amid devotional songs people worshiped Sun God and Goddess Chhathi maiya and offered prasad. Chhath … Read more

Regional security architecture for Indo-Pacific must be open, inclusive: PM Modi

  He said that India continues to be a beacon of stability, prosperity and peace in times of global uncertainties. He also said that India remains a strong advocate of strengthening and reforming multilateralism amid contemporary realities and India is one of the largest contributors to global economic growth and development. Talking on India-ASEAN ties, … Read more

Economic cooperation key to stability of region, says Raksha Mantri

In his address, the Defence Minister highlighted the significance of SCO in effectively addressing the challenges facing the region. He said Economic cooperation is the key to prosperity and stability while Unilateralism & protectionism has done good to none. Rajnath singh said India remains committed to a transparent, rules-based, open, inclusive and non-discriminatory multilateral trading … Read more

Several States, Union Territories celebrate their Formation Day today

Union Territories of Lakshwadeep, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar also have their Foundation Days today.President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have greeted the people on the occasion. In his message, the President said, may these regions and the country scale newer heights in the years to come. In a series of tweets, Prime … Read more

Cyclone Maha crosses Lakshadweep : IMD

India Meteorology Department said, the system in the Arabian Sea is intensifying into a severe cyclonic storm, and lays centred at 250 km north-northeast of Kavaratti in the Islands Territory. It said, heavy rainfall is expected in most parts of the Lakshadweep, and light to moderate rain in some places in Tamil Nadu and Kerala … Read more

50th IFFI: Rajinikanth to be honoured with Icon of Golden Jubilee

This was announced by the Information & Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar in New Delhi on Saturday. The I&B Minister also announced international lifetime achievement award to French Actor Isabelle Hupert. Earlier, the 50th International Film Festival of India announced the list of films to be screened in Festival Kaleidoscope, one of the most important sections of … Read more

Heavy smoking makes you look older, suggests new study

Louise Millard of the University of Bristol and colleagues reported the finding in a study published in PLOS Genetics. Some people carry one or two copies of a genetic variant, which is associated with heavier tobacco use. To identify the effects of the heavier smoking, scientists can separate out the effects of the genetic variant … Read more

Google eyes expansion of wearable tech, to buy Fitbit

The move comes with the internet search leader seeking to expand further into hardware, and with Fitbit struggling against rivals including Apple. “We have built a trusted brand that supports more than 28 million active users around the globe who rely on our products to live a healthier, more active life,” Fitbit co-founder and chief … Read more

Mali: 53 soldiers killed in attack on military post

The assault is one of the deadliest strikes against Mali’s military in recent Islamist militant violence.  A civilian was also killed at the outpost in Indelimane, in the Menaka region, close to the border with Niger, the country’s communication minister Yaya Sangare said on Twitter. “The situation is under control. A search and the process of … Read more

India-US commit to cooperation in tackling terror financing

In a joint statement issued after the seventh Meeting of the Economic and Financial Partnership, the two countries noted that their relationship has strengthened over time as both sides have developed a holistic approach on tackling money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism which are the issues of shared concern. The Indian delegation was … Read more

Five-phase Jharkhand polls to begin from November 30

Counting of votes will take place on the 23rd of December.  Chief Election Commissioner Sunil Arora announced the dates for the Jharkhand Assembly elections. The first phase of Jharkhand assembly elections will be held on November 30, the second phase on December 7, third phase on December 12, fourth phase on December 16 and the … Read more

India builds school in Nepal with grant assistance of 30 million Nepali rupees

Deputy Prime Minister and Health Minister of Nepal,Upendra Yadav was also present on the occasion. Shree Mahendra Model Higher Secondary School was established in 1960. It provides primary to 10+2 level programs with moderate fees structure. School has over 2000 students, about 50% of whom are girls. The new infrastructure constructed with the Government of … Read more

PM Modi to visit Thailand to attend ASEAN-India, East Asia, RCEP summits

Briefing media on PM Modi’s upcoming visit, Secretary East Vijay Thakur Singh said that PM Modi will be visiting Bangkok at the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Negotiations for resolving outstanding issues on RCEP are going on in Bangkok, she said, adding the leaders will review the state of negotiations at the summit. … Read more

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to attend SCO meeting in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

He will also participate in bilateral engagements with the Uzbekistan government. Raksha Mantri will represent India at the meeting of Council of Heads of Government of SCO in Tashkent. The leaders participating in the meeting are expected to focus their discussions on multilateral economic cooperation in the SCO region. This will be the third Council … Read more

German Chancellor Angela Merkel meets PM Modi in Delhi

Earlier visiting German Chancellor accorded the ceremonial reception at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The German chancellor and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will co-chair the fifth Biennial Inter Governmental Consultations in New Delhi today. A host of MoUs and agreements in a wide spectrum of areas are likely to be signed between the two countries. The German … Read more

Govt. seeks explanation from WhatsApp over breach of privacy

Govt is committed to protecting privacy of all Indian citizens. Govt agencies have a well established protocol for interception, which includes sanction and supervision from highly ranked officials in central & state governments, for clear stated reasons in national interest. Those trying to make political capital out of it need to be gently reminded about … Read more

PM Modi on Act East trip from 2nd to 4th November

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Thailand from November 2nd to the 4th during which he will attend the ASEAN-India, East Asia and RCEP summits. Secretary East Vijay Thakur Singh said at a media briefing on Thursday that PM Modi will be visiting Bangkok at the invitation of Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. Negotiations for … Read more

German Chancellor Merkel on two day visit to India

German Chancellor Merkel is accompanied by officials of 15 ministries and a high-power business delegation. Of the 15 ministry in the German Government, 12 will be represented during the IGC meetings. The envoy said both sides were expected to seal 20 agreements including on museum cooperation, football, agriculture, development and social security. Download App to … Read more

Light on the Land

Wojciech Kruczynski (Poland): Kallur lighthouse on the Faroe Islands was captured by Kruczynski in this nine-frame shot. “My journey involved an aeroplane, bus, ferry, another bus and then a long walk on foot. I had to walk through a tunnel that is close to one and a half miles long and then do roughly the … Read more