Beyond Northeast
Tragic Bus Accident in Punjab’s Lodhran District Leaves Four Dead and Dozens Injured
Lodhran, Pakistan — A devastating road accident in Punjab’s Lodhran district claimed the lives of four people, including a child,…
Tragic Bus Crash in Southern Turkey Leaves 9 Dead, 26 Injured
A devastating bus accident in Turkey’s southern Antalya province has claimed the lives of nine people and left 26 others…
Rafah Border With Egypt Partially Reopens After Months of Closure
Israel has partially reopened the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, the first movement at the crossing since Israeli forces took…
Historic Wins and Firsts Shine at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards kicked off today at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrating both musical excellence and…
Lord Peter Mandelson Steps Down from Labour Party Amid Epstein Payment Allegations
Former UK minister Lord Peter Mandelson has resigned from the ruling Labour Party following renewed scrutiny over his links to…
Support Grows Among Baloch Groups and Political Figures for BLA’s Operation Herof
In Balochistan, several armed organisations, political figures, and segments of the local population have voiced support for the Baloch Liberation…
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Defends Male-Only Leadership Amid Backlash
Senior leaders of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami’s women’s wing have defended the party’s policy barring women from top leadership positions, citing religious…
Israel Bolsters Military Preparedness as US-Iran Tensions Escalate
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has conducted a thorough review of the military’s operational readiness amid rising tensions with Iran….
Union Budget Boosts ALIMCO’s Mission to Expand High-Tech Assistive Devices for Persons with Disabilities
The Union Budget has positioned the Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO), under the Ministry of Social Justice and…
Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly’s Budget Session Kicks Off with LG Manoj Sinha’s Address
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly is set to commence its budget session today, starting with an address by Lieutenant…
President Droupadi Murmu Embarks on Six-Day Visit to Odisha, Her Home State
President Droupadi Murmu will begin a six-day visit to her home state of Odisha from today. She is set to…
IMD Warns of Fog, Thunderstorms, and Rainfall Across Several States
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings of severe weather in multiple regions today. Dense fog is expected in…
PM Modi Hails Union Budget as “Human-Centric” Boost for Growth, Reforms, and Youth Opportunities
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the Union Budget 2026-27 as “human-centric” and a major step in strengthening India’s economic…
Budget 2026-27 Prioritizes Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Jobs and Simplified Tax Regime
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026-27, focusing on boosting manufacturing, infrastructure, job creation, and easing tax and…
Freedom of Religion Under Strain: Rising Attacks on Christians Raise Constitutional Questions in India
Recent incidents across India have renewed concerns over the state of religious freedom guaranteed by the Constitution. A Christian pastor…
Budget 2026–27: Northeast Remains a Fiscal Footnote
The Union Budget 2026–27 reiterates the Centre’s development pitch for the Northeast—focusing on connectivity, culture, agriculture and strategic integration—without a…
Finance Minister to Unveil Union Budget 2026-27 in Lok Sabha Tomorrow
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha on February 1. Following…
Amit Shah Speaks at Workers’ Conference in Barrackpore, West Bengal
Senior BJP leader and Union Home Minister Amit Shah has accused the West Bengal government of intimidating the Matua and…
Union Minister Savitri Thakur to Head India’s Delegation at 64th UN Commission for Social Development Session
Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur, will head the Indian delegation at the 64th Session of…
Four Youths from Assam Found Dead in Locked Bengaluru Room; Investigation Underway
In a shocking and mysterious incident, the bodies of four youths from Assam were discovered inside a locked rented room…
ndia Hosts 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The second India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting is being held in New Delhi today, co-chaired by India and the UAE. All…
UN’s Regular Operations at Risk as Cash Reserves Run Low, Says Guterres
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the organization could face a financial collapse if member states continue to delay…
“Protests and Strikes Erupt Across U.S. in Response to Immigration Crackdown”
Protesters across the United States on Friday responded to a call for a mass “national shutdown,” urging people to abstain…
Emmy-Winning Actress Catherine O’Hara Dies at 71
Catherine O’Hara, the acclaimed Canadian-American actress celebrated for her comedic talent, has died at her Los Angeles home following a…
Kirti Vradhan Singh Inaugurates India-Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture in New Delhi
New Delhi, January 30, 2026 – Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vradhan Singh inaugurated the India-Arab Countries Chamber…
Supreme Court Declares Menstrual Hygiene a Fundamental Right, Orders Free Sanitary Napkins in Schools
The Supreme Court has affirmed that the right to menstrual hygiene is a fundamental aspect of the right to life…
“No Leak: Government Dismisses Messages About Union Budget 2026–27”
The government has dismissed claims circulating on social media that a scanned copy of the Union Budget 2026-27 has been…
NCP Legislature Party to Meet in Mumbai for Leadership Election
Senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader and Maharashtra Cabinet Minister Chhagan Bhujbal has announced that a meeting of the NCP…
J&K: Security Forces Ramp Up Operation in Kishtwar Targeting Jaish-e-Mohammed Militants
In Jammu and Kashmir, security forces intensified their anti-terror operations today in the snowbound Chatroo area of Kishtwar district to…
EAM Jaishankar Holds Talks with Comoros Foreign Minister, Emphasizes Strategic Sector Cooperation
In a significant diplomatic engagement, India and Comoros held discussions today to strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas including health, sports,…
EU Labels Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as Terrorist Organization Amid Crackdown on Protest
The European Union has officially designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization in response to Tehran’s…
Bangladesh RMG exporters face rising EU competition after EU-India trade deal
Bangladesh’s readymade garment (RMG) sector is set to face stronger competition in the EU after the EU and India finalized…
U.S. to reopen Venezuelan airspace and allow travel
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he has ordered all commercial airspace over Venezuela to be reopened, and said that…
UN, Human Rights Groups Condemn Sentencing of Pakistani Lawyers Over Social Media Posts
The United Nations Human Rights Office, along with several international human rights and legal organizations, has strongly condemned the conviction…
UAE President Holds Talks with Russian President in Moscow Amid Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, in a…
First USD-Backed Stablecoin Receives Approval from UAE Central Bank
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has authorized the country’s first U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, marking a significant…
From 66th to 38th: India’s Innovation Ranking Soars in 2025 Global Index
India’s innovation landscape has made remarkable strides in recent years, climbing to 38th place in the Global Innovation Index (GII)…
IMF Hails India-EU Free Trade Deal as a Boost Amid Global Trade Uncertainty
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has welcomed the recently announced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union…
Somalia’s Foreign Minister Lands in New Delhi Ahead of India-Arab Summit
New Delhi – Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, Abdisalam Abdi Ali, has arrived in New Delhi,…
Nation Pays Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on His 78th Death Anniversary and Martyrs’ Day
The country today commemorates the 78th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, coinciding with Martyrs’ Day….
Supreme Court Puts UGC’s New Equity Rules on Hold
The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday directed that the University Grants Commission (Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions)…
Central Observers Named by Election Commission for Polls in Five States
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the appointment of central observers for the forthcoming assembly elections in five…
India Nominates Meghalaya’s Living Root Bridges for UNESCO World Heritage Recognition
Meghalaya is a step closer to global recognition of its extraordinary living heritage, as India has formally submitted the nomination…
Panama Forum Highlights Push for Latin American Solidarity
Latin American leaders meeting at a development forum in Panama City called for greater regional unity in response to rising…
India-UAE Strengthen Ties in Food and Beverage Sector at Gulfood 2026
At the Gulfood World Economy Summit, India’s rising role in the global food economy and its growing partnership with the…
U.S. Outlines Phased Strategy for Venezuela, Focused on Stability and Democratic Transition
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told U.S. lawmakers that the Trump administration is pursuing a phased approach to its…
Trump Threatens Iran Amid Stalled Nuclear Talks; Tehran Vows Strong Response
US President Donald Trump has intensified his warnings to Iran over stalled nuclear negotiations, cautioning that any future US strike…
Syria’s Interim President Meets Putin in Moscow to Discuss Military and Economic Ties
Syria’s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa visited Moscow yesterday, holding talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin. The discussions…
Republic Day Parade 2026: Top Marching Contingents and Spectacular Tableaux Revealed
The winners of the Best Marching Contingents and Best Tableaux at the Republic Day Parade 2026 have been announced. In…
PM Modi to Pay Visit to Dera Sachkhand Ballan on Guru Ravidas Jayanti
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Dera Sachkhand Ballan in Jalandhar on 1 February (Sunday) to mark the…
Last Rites of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Scheduled in Baramati
The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar will be held with full state honours today at 11…
‘Parliament is a temple of democracy, but LoP sidelined,’ says Gaurav Gogoi on third-row seating at Republic Day parad
On January 27, Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi criticised the Union government for seating the Leaders of Opposition, Mallikarjun Kharge…
Historic India-EU Trade Pact Sealed; PM Modi and EU Commission President Laud It as ‘Mother of All Deals
India and the European Union (EU) today finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) during talks in New Delhi between…
Sri Lanka: CWIT Recognized as Port of Colombo’s Most Efficient Terminal in 2025
In Sri Lanka, the Colombo West International Terminal (CWIT) has established itself as the most efficient facility at the Port…
India Condemns Pakistan at UN, Rejects ‘False Narrative’ on Operation Sindoor
India strongly rebutted Pakistan’s claims regarding Operation Sindoor at the United Nations, asserting that Islamabad has no right to comment…
Uttarakhand Government Promulgates UCC (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026
The Uttarakhand government has enacted the Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026, following the Governor’s approval, to bring procedural, administrative,…
Israel Recovers Remains of Final Israeli Captive from Gaza
Israel has retrieved the remains of Ran Gvili, the last Israeli held captive in Gaza, clearing the path for the…
US President Raises Tariffs on South Korean Imports from 15% to 25%
US President Donald Trump has announced an increase in tariffs on South Korean goods, raising them from 15% to 25%,…
Oxford Study Warns Billions, Including India and Nigeria, Could Face Severe Heat by 2050
A new study from the University of Oxford warns that extreme heat will affect more people and arrive sooner than…
India and UN Chief Antonio Guterres Urge Immediate Reform of UNSC
India and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres have stressed the urgent need to reform the UN Security Council, citing growing…