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February 22, 2025

'Stunned' at Trump's expose of USAID funding: V-P

After US President Donald Trump again raised the issue of alleged US funding of USD 21 million for voter turnout in India and dubbed it ‘kickbacks’, India’s Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Friday that he was “stunned” and said that the revelations of the Trump suggested that the “democratic process of this country was sought to be modulated” and “manipulated”

'Stunned' at Trump's expose of USAID funding: V-P

1 min

It's official now, Indian-origin Kash Patel is FBI Director

Dan Scavino, Assistant to the President and White House Deputy Chief of Staff on Thursday said that US President Donald Trump has officially signed the commission to confirm Kash Patel as the ninth Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

1 min

EVERY LANGUAGE IN INDIA IS MAINSTREAM, ASSERTS PM

There has never been any animosity among Indian languages, notes the Prime Minister at Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan.

EVERY LANGUAGE IN INDIA IS MAINSTREAM, ASSERTS PM

2 mins

No imposing of Hindi in TN, concerns 'imaginary': Centre

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday came down heavily on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of raising \"imaginary concerns\" driven by political motivations.

2 mins

Centre: India committed to safety of all Int'l students

Following the death of a 20-year-old Nepali student at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University in Odisha, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences.

1 min

Kailash Yatra, direct flights at centre of India-China discussions

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with his Chinese counterpart FM Wang Yi on Friday on the sidelines of the ongoing G20 meeting in South African capital city Johannesburg and reviewed developments in bilateral ties with a focus on direct flights and the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

Kailash Yatra, direct flights at centre of India-China discussions

1 min

Saini, Manohar Lal stranded on the road at night as a gate was locked for Mann security

In an alleged security lapse, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Union Minister Manohar Lal were forced to wait for over 15 minutes late Wednesday night in Chandigarh after their convoy was stopped due to a locked gate near Punjab Bhawan.

Saini, Manohar Lal stranded on the road at night as a gate was locked for Mann security

1 min

Crucial farmer-govt meet to end stalemate today

Farmers are hopeful about Saturday’s meeting as Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will meet representatives of the protesting farmers in Chandigarh.

Crucial farmer-govt meet to end stalemate today

1 min

NIA Chargesheets Two Aides of Khalistani Terrorist Arsh Dala

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charge-sheeted two key aides of Canada-based Khalistani designated individual terrorist Arshdeep Singh alias Arsh Dala in the terror-gangster syndicate case, the agency said in a statement on Friday.

1 min

Deeply troubling: MEA on US information on funding in India

India on Friday said that the United States' administration's information regarding funding in India is \"deeply troubling\" and has led to concerns regarding foreign interference in India's internal affairs.

1 min

'SOUL testament to PM Modi's commitment to nurture leaders'

Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has called School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) a \"brainchild\" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a testament to PM Modi's unwavering commitment to nurturing leaders and empowering them to serve India.

2 mins

Maha Kumbh to bring more than Rs 3 lakh cr in UP's economy: CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday highlighted the success of the ongoing MahaKumbh, noting that this spiritual festival will bring more than Rs 3 lakh crore to the economy of the state.

Maha Kumbh to bring more than Rs 3 lakh cr in UP's economy: CM Yogi Adityanath

1 min

This is a double-engine govt with no engine: Rahul hits out at BJP's UP govt

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party's 'double-engine government' in the state, saying that the government has \"no engine\" at all.

This is a double-engine govt with no engine: Rahul hits out at BJP's UP govt

2 mins

India Needs Leaders in Every Sector to Address Global Issues: PM Modi

Soul Can Be Game Changer

India Needs Leaders in Every Sector to Address Global Issues: PM Modi

1 min

'Because of Sangh I connected with Marathi language and culture': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday praised Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), which was celebrating its centenary, saying that it was because of Sangh that he got a chance to connect with Marathi language and culture.

1 min

Over 50 CPI(M) workers booked for locking up police officers in Kerala

Thalassery Police on Friday registered a case against over 50 CPI (M) workers for allegedly locking up police officers and releasing an accused individual from custody on Thursday.

1 min

Karnataka will continue to fight against Centre's injustices', says Siddaramaiah

Emphasising that Karnataka's economy is strong enough to withstand the BJP's alleged \"betrayals\", Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday said, the state will continue to fight for its rights against the \"injustices\" of the saffron party-led central government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

1 min

We will never accept three-language policy: Udhayanidhi

Following Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's assurance, Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Friday reiterated DMK's stand and said that the state will never accept the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the three-language policy.

1 min

ED Attaches Rs 10.11 Crore Worth of Properties of Kollywood Director Shankar

Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Chennai Zonal Office has provisionally attached three immovable properties registered in the name of Tamil film director S. Shankar, with a total value of Rs.10.11 crore (approx.) under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.

1 min

Prakash Ambedkar seeks production of Sharad's documents in Bhima Koregaon case

Prakash Ambedkar, the leader of the Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) and a witness in the Bhima Koregaon case, on Friday filed an application before the Bhima Koregaon Inquiry Commission.

Prakash Ambedkar seeks production of Sharad's documents in Bhima Koregaon case

1 min

NEP row: BJP's Annamalai demands statewide survey in govt schools on language preference

Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President K Annamalai on Friday demanded that a survey be conducted in government schools to determine the language students wish to learn.

NEP row: BJP's Annamalai demands statewide survey in govt schools on language preference

1 min

Kerala Taking Leap Towards Becoming Investment Hub: CM

Vijayan tells global investors, industry leaders at Global Investors Summit 2025 in Kochi

Kerala Taking Leap Towards Becoming Investment Hub: CM

2 mins

No halt for free bus service

A day after taking oath, Delhi's new Health and Transport Minister Pankaj Singh on Thursday assured that the free bus service for women will continue under the BJP-led government and directed officials to submit a detailed report on the functioning of Mohalla Clinics.

No halt for free bus service

1 min

CM Shakes Up Admin, Scraps Personal Staff of Ex-CM, Ministers

According to the order, the formation of a newly elected government warrants the fresh appointment of staff of all categories

1 min

Fixing potholes and water supply priority too

A day after its formation, the BJP-led Delhi government headed by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta directed a summer action plan for water supply and air quality, and sought a report on mohalla clinics.

1 min

Focus on your party, many want to leave

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday hit out at the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), following their criticism of the newly formed government.

Focus on your party, many want to leave

2 mins

Why Rs 2,500 aid not approved in 1st Cabinet meeting?: AAP

I want to ask Rekha Gupta--will she once again prove Modi ji's guarantee to be false on March 8?\" Atishi questioned.

Why Rs 2,500 aid not approved in 1st Cabinet meeting?: AAP

1 min

Delhi Assembly's first session set for Feb 24

In a post on X, Vijender Gupta said that he met Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and discussed the agenda of the upcoming Assembly session.

1 min

Arvinder Singh Lovely to be Pro-tem Speaker of Delhi Assembly

BJP MLA and former leader of opposition (LoP) in Delhi Assembly Vijender Gupta on Friday said Arvinder Singh Lovely would be the Pro-tem Speaker of the House.

Arvinder Singh Lovely to be Pro-tem Speaker of Delhi Assembly

1 min

1984 riots case: Court reserves order against Sajjan Kumar

A Delhi court on Friday reserved for February 25 the order on the quantum of sentence against Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in a murder case relating to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

1984 riots case: Court reserves order against Sajjan Kumar

1 min

'Ayushman Bharat, Yamuna cleanup is our priority'

Delhi Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Friday emphasized that the top priority of the newly formed BJP government in the national capital is to fulfil all the promises made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

'Ayushman Bharat, Yamuna cleanup is our priority'

1 min

Man fakes kidnapping to extort money

Delhi Police has traced a 26-year-old man who faked his own kidnapping to extort money from his family, officials said on Friday.

1 min

DPIIT Reviews Issues Affecting 17 Infra Projects

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has reviewed as many as 21 issues affecting 17 infrastructure projects in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Delhi, and Jharkhand, an official statement said on Friday.

1 min

'CAG report should be tabled in Parliament, not only in BJP's states': Pawan Khera

Additionally, the exemptions granted to the zonal licenses led to a loss of Rs 941 crore. Delhi's new chief minister, Rekha Gupta, announced the tabling of CAG reports, which had not been tabled by the AAP government.

1 min

Delhi to implement Ayushman Bharat

An MoU between the Delhi government and the National Health Authority (NHA) for the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) in the national capital will be signed soon, officials said on Friday.

1 min

BJP swearing-in held with no public funds

The BJP has built its reputation on good governance, and Delhi got its first taste of this commitment with the party's return to power.

BJP swearing-in held with no public funds

1 min

Four dead, one injured as their car rams into stationary truck

Upon receiving the information, police and district administration officials rushed to the accident site.

Four dead, one injured as their car rams into stationary truck

1 min

'India needs to become export-driven economy'

The report highlighted the need for India to strengthen its position in global trade by focusing on high-impact sectors such as electronics, chemicals, and energy.

2 mins

Sensex, Nifty end in red

The Indian stock market ended the week on a weak note, with the Sensex declining 424.90 points to close at 75,311.06, while the Nifty fell 149.95 points, settling at 117.25.

1 min

TRAI Allows DTH Service Providers to Share Telecom Infrastructure

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has given big relief to direct-to-home (DTH) service providers.

1 min

Aviation industry likely to post loss in FY25, FY26: ICRA

The Indian aviation industry is expected to report a net loss of Rs 2,000-3,000 crore in both FY25 and FY26, according to a report by ICRA.

1 min

Mahindra Group partners with US-based Anduril Industries

This collaboration combines our deep engineering expertise with Anduril's innovative solutions to deliver cutting-edge capabilities that enhance security and address emerging threats.

1 min

People selling old gold jewellery and booking profits: WGC

Retail buyers in India are opting to exchange old gold jewellery for new, rather than making fresh purchases, at a time when gold prices are skyrocketing, World Gold Council (WGC) said in its latest India gold market update.

People selling old gold jewellery and booking profits: WGC

1 min

Awaiting Centre's nod on launch of satellite telecom services

Sunil Bharti Mittal, Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, reiterated on Friday that its satellite telecom service is ready for rollout in India and that it is now waiting for the Centre's greenlight.

Awaiting Centre's nod on launch of satellite telecom services

1 min

RBI Governor Malhotra Highlights Budget's Positive Impact on Price Stability

Budget 2025 prioritises non-inflationary growth through careful fiscal management

RBI Governor Malhotra Highlights Budget's Positive Impact on Price Stability

2 mins

Cashless Economy: Is It Worth Embracing?

With the rise of UPI, digital wallets, and even cryptocurrencies, cash transactions are slowly becoming a relic of the past.

2 mins

The Fine Line: Humour or Harm?

Humour has always been a powerful tool for sparking thought, provoking convention, and providing an outlet for social commentary.

The Fine Line: Humour or Harm?

5 mins

India's Lingual Fault Lines

Languages unite and divide. In India, they shape identity, fuel protests, unlock power, and decide who thrives. Words aren't just words here.

India's Lingual Fault Lines

4 mins

Supreme Court flags lack of opportunities for trial court lawyers: Senior designation cannot be monopoly of SC and HC advocates

The bench in the case outlined certain concerns about the present 'point-based assessment system' to designate Senior Advocates, which has been evolved through the judgments delivered in the Indira Jaising case in 2017 and 2023.

2 mins

Supreme Court Dismisses PIL to Add Are-Katika Community in Scheduled Castes Category: 'Only Parliament Can Change SC List'

In 2021, the petitioner sent a request to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt of India, and thereafter, several reminders; however, its proposal was not approved.

Supreme Court Dismisses PIL to Add Are-Katika Community in Scheduled Castes Category: 'Only Parliament Can Change SC List'

2 mins

Supreme Court Collegium Recommended Four Additional Judges Of Madras High Court As Permanent

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended making four additional judges of the Madras High Court as permanent.

1 min

Supreme Court Directs Union Govt To File Affidavits On Establishment And Functioning Of Central And State Mental Health Authorities

The Supreme Court in the case Gaurav Kumar Bansal Versus Union Of India And Ors observed and has asked the Union Government for filing a detailed affidavit indicating the establishment and functioning of the Central Mental Health Authority, State Mental Health Authority and Mental Health Review Board under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017.

Supreme Court Directs Union Govt To File Affidavits On Establishment And Functioning Of Central And State Mental Health Authorities

1 min

Supreme Court Issues Notice on Former West Bengal Minister Partha Chatterjee's Bail Petition in CBI Case Over 'Cash-for-Jobs' Scam

The court charged the accused under various sections of the Prevention of Corruption Act and PMLA for using their public offices for personal gain by demanding bribes in exchange for jobs at the department.

1 min

Nepal PM Oli vows to protect freedom of speech

“We, however, will not tolerate antinational activities such as creating communal disharmony, disturbing peace and security and creating anarchy in the name of freedom,” Oli said.

Nepal PM Oli vows to protect freedom of speech

1 min

Bangladesh Pays Tributes To Heroes Of Movement

Thousands of people on Friday paid their tribute to the people who laid down their lives during the historic language movement at the Central Shaheed Minar in Bangladesh's capital Dhaka.

1 min

Free Balochistan Movement Representative Urges UN to Secure Independence

A representative of the Free Balochistan Movement (FBM) stated that Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) President Maulana Fazlur Rehman has been repeatedly speaking on the progress of the Baloch freedom movement in Balochistan and his statements reflect the failure of the narrative presented by the Pakistani military and signal the conclusion of its violent aggression towards the Baloch people.

1 min

Taiwan ready to welcome Chinese students, no response from Beijing

The Ministry of Education is considering discussions on inviting Chinese students to pursue their studies in Taiwan, but Beijing has not responded, said Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) Minister Chiu Chui-cheng, as reported by Taipei Times.

1 min

Netanyahu Orders Crackdown in West Bank After Terror Attacks

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday ordered Israel's military to conduct operations in the occupied West Bank after three empty buses exploded, in a suspected terror attack, near Tel Aviv last night.

1 min

Netanyahu slams wrongful delivery of body

\"May God avenge their blood and we too will avenge,\" Netanyahu said.

Netanyahu slams wrongful delivery of body

1 min

China's Military Gets Stricter, Combat-Focused Rules

President signed orders to implement revised regulations on interior order, conduct, and military formation, effective from April 1.

China's Military Gets Stricter, Combat-Focused Rules

1 min

THE WEEK OF DIALOGUES & DIPLOMACY

This week, the world fixated its eyes on the meeting of the representatives of the two different worlds.

THE WEEK OF DIALOGUES & DIPLOMACY

3 mins

Trump's Attacks on Zelenskyy Spark Surge in Ukrainian Unity

As Russia's invasion anniversary nears, Ukrainians remain tense, now facing broader concerns beyond their longtime enemy.

Trump's Attacks on Zelenskyy Spark Surge in Ukrainian Unity

1 min

Mitch McConnell Won't Seek Re-election in 2026

Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell announced Thursday that he won't seek reelection next year, ending a decades-long tenure as a power broker who championed conservative causes but ultimately ceded ground to the fierce GOP populism of President Donald Trump.

Mitch McConnell Won't Seek Re-election in 2026

1 min

Australia Still Pursuing Wellness Blogger Belle Gibson

A decade after wellness influencer Belle Gibson admitted she didn't have terminal brain cancer, which she claimed was cured by the healthy lifestyle that made her famous, her story has inspired a new Netflix series and fresh outrage in Australia about the case's lack of resolution.

1 min

Kash Patel, New FBI Director, Connects to India

Indian-American Kash Patel, confirmed by the US Senate to head the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), traces his roots to Bhadran village in Gujarat's Anand district, from where his family migrated to Uganda 70 to 80 years ago, his community members said on Friday.

Kash Patel, New FBI Director, Connects to India

2 mins

Martin Scorsese's Crime Drama to Star Dwayne Johnson, DiCaprio

Martin Scorsese-directed crime drama is set to feature Dwayne Johnson, Leonardo DiCaprio and Emily Blunt, reported Deadline.

Martin Scorsese's Crime Drama to Star Dwayne Johnson, DiCaprio

1 min

Rajkummar Rao Will Play Ganguly in Cricketer's Biopic

Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly opened up about his biopic and shared that Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao will portray him in the film.

1 min

'Mother India', 'DDLJ' to be screened at Academy Museum, LA

Indian iconic films such as 'Mother India', 'Amar Akbar Anthony', 'Devdas', and 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' will be screened at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles.

1 min

WHAT IS LOVE

Love in 2025 certainly goes beyond traditional roles. Earlier relationships followed rigid gender expectations-men were providers, women were nurturers. But today, love is a choice, not compulsion.

WHAT IS LOVE

3 mins

Building one global family

Often when there is talk of world peace and unity, it is said that humanity is one big family sharing a common abode, planet Earth.

Building one global family

3 mins

Shivaratri Matters to the Whole World

In Indian mythology, night is associated with several divine figures, including Shiva (Mahashivratri), Brahma (Brahma's day and night), and the goddesses worshipped during the Navratri festival.

Shivaratri Matters to the Whole World

2 mins

India will play well: Ganguly on India's CT 2025 campaign

Former India cricket team captain and ex-BCCI chief Sourav Ganguly expressed confidence in India's performance in the ICC Champions Trophy, stating that the team will play well.

1 min

Team with better balance will have edge: Inzamam

Former captain Inzamam-ul-Haq weighed in on the factors that could influence the outcome of the blockbuster Champions Trophy clash between India and Pakistan.

1 min

Difficult after you make a comeback: Shami after fifer against B'desh

Following his match-winning five wicket haul against Bangladesh in the ICC Champions Trophy opener, Indian pacer Mohammed Shami opened up on his comeback to international set-up after more than a year.

1 min

Ganguly backs Gambhir for picking Rahul before Pant

Former captain Sourav Ganguly believes KL Rahul's \"fantastic\" statistics in ODIs could be the underlying reason behind head coach Gautam Gambhir preferring him over the explosive wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant in India's Champions Trophy playing XI.

Ganguly backs Gambhir for picking Rahul before Pant

1 min

Watson backs Maxwell to shine in ICC Champions Trophy for Australia

Ahead of his nation's campaign opener in the ICC Champions Trophy against arch-rivals England, former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson has backed experienced all-rounder Glenn Maxwell.

1 min

Kerala, Vidarbha to meet for title clash in Ranji Trophy

Kerala made history in Ahmedabad, securing their first-ever appearance in the Ranji Trophy finals after a win on the basis of first innings lead against Gujarat on Friday.

Kerala, Vidarbha to meet for title clash in Ranji Trophy

2 mins

Champions Trophy: South Africa Beat Afghanistan By 107 Runs

Afghanistan fails to chase formidable 316 runs put up by Proteas with Rickelton's maiden ton

Champions Trophy: South Africa Beat Afghanistan By 107 Runs

1 min

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