Javed Dar condoles demise of Dr Manmohan Singh
JAMMU,: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Javed Ahmad Dar, has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. In his condolence message, the Minister described Dr. Manmohan Singh as an exemplary leader, distinguished economist. and visionary statesman whose contributions will be remembered for generations. […]
Manmohan Singh’s biggest legacy was his effort to keep India untied: Dr Farooq Abdullah
Srinagar: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Friday expressed grief over former prime minister Manmohan Singh’s demise, saying his biggest legacy was that he tried to keep India united and spread love across the nation. “Singh was an excellent economist. His biggest achievement was that he tried to keep India united. He opened the […]
Shutdown in Katra against ropeway project enters third day, more people join hunger strike
Reasi: The shutdown in Katra against the proposed Vaishno Devi ropeway project entered its third day on Friday, with more people sitting on the hunger strike to demand the release of those detained during earlier demonstrations. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti called for a 72-hour shutdown, which began on Wednesday. It announced that […]
“Pakistan committed to security of its people”: Foreign Ministry defends airstrikes in Afghanistan
Islamabad : Following airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Barmal district of Paktika province, which left 46 dead and six injured, Pakistan defended its counter-terrorism operations, and emphasised its commitment to protecting its citizens from threats like the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), The Express Tribune reported. The Pakistani Foreign Office spokesperson further reaffirmed respect for Afghanistan’s sovereignty, stressing that […]
US 2024: Trump makes dramatic return to presidency, India-US relationship remains ‘in a very strong place’
New York: It was a dramatic year for the US in which President Joe Biden abandoned his reelection bid after his poor performance in a nationally televised debate against Republican candidate Donald Trump, a convicted felon who survived two assassination attempts during a bitter campaign. Trump, 78, defeated Indian-origin Kamala Harris. His return to the […]
Jaishankar meets NSA Sullivan at White House, discusses regional, global developments
San Francisco: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan at the White House during which both the leaders had a wide-ranging discussion on the progress of India-US strategic partnership. Jaishankar is currently on an official visit to the US during which he is scheduled to meet his US counterpart Antony Blinken […]
Condolences pour in from world leaders on Manmohan Singh’s death
Washington: Condolences have poured in from across the globe, including from the US, Canada and Sri Lanka following the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Leaders from neighbouring countries, including Nepal, Maldives and Afghanistan, expressed deep grief over Singh’s passing, highlighting his contributions and warm relations with their nations. Singh, the architect of India’s […]
Hindu students in Ohio to get holiday for Diwali
San Francisco,: Hindu students in Ohio will be getting a holiday for Diwali and two other Hindu holidays per school year, an Indian American State legislator has announced. A bill co-sponsored by Indian American Senator Niraj Antani that was passed by State Legislation has now been passed by Ohio Governor Mike Dewine. “Because of this […]
Indian chef Sanjeev Kapoor brings diversity to in-flight meals on SIA journeys to Indian destination
Singapore: Renowned Indian chef Sanjeev Kapoor has introduced a diverse and unforgettable culinary experience on Singapore Airlines (SIA) long-haul flights to Indian destinations. “The dishes are taken into a simulated pressurised cabin, and hours are spent sampling and adjusting the flavours, so the food can taste its best at 35,000 feet,” said 60-year-old Kapoor, who […]
Jaishankar discusses regional, global developments with US NSA Jake Sullivan
Washington: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US National Security Agency (NSA) Jake Sullivan on Wednesday and discussed current regional and global developments. “Good to meet US NSA @JakeSullivan46 in Washington D.C. this morning (Wednesday). A wide-ranging discussion on the progress of India-US strategic partnership,” Jaishankar said in a post on X. “Exchanged views on […]
