In a diplomatic move that underscores India’s evolving engagement with Afghanistan, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar today met with Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi. In his post meeting message on X (formerly Twitter), Jaishankar stated: “Pleased to meet FM Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi of Afghanistan today in New Delhi.This visit marks an important step in advancing our ties and affirming the enduring India-Afghanistan friendship.

Setting the stage for the upcoming UNFCCC Climate Conference, COP30, the Delhi Declaration on Local Action for Global Climate Goals emerged as the key outcome of the first ARISE Cities Forum 2025, held on October 8–9 in New Delhi. The Declaration unites voices from across the Global South in a shared call for stronger multilevel cooperation and accelerated urban climate action.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Nation on the 79th Independence Day from the ramparts of the Red Fort, Delhi on 15th August 2025. The address to the nation by Shri Modi was the longest and most decisive address from the Red Fort, lasting 103 minutes, charting a bold roadmap for a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Prime Minister's address focussed on self-reliance, innovation, and citizen empowerment, highlighting India’s journey from a nation dependent on others to a globally confident, technologically advanced, and economically resilient country. 

In a significant achievement for consumer grievance redressal in the country, ten States, along with the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC), recorded a disposal rate of over 100 percent in the month of July 2025, indicating that the number of cases resolved exceeded the number of cases filed during this period.  As per data from the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, NCDRC achieved a disposal rate of 122 percent, while Tamil Nadu recorded 277 percent, Rajasthan 214 percent, Telangana 158 percent, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand 150 percent each, Meghalaya 140 percent, Kerala 122 percent, Puducherry 111 percent, Chhattisgarh 108 percent and Uttar Pradesh 101 percent.

Maharaja Ajit Singh Rathore, born on February 19, 1679, was a prominent ruler of the Marwar region, now known as Jodhpur, in present-day Rajasthan, India. He also served as the Mughal Governor of Gujarat for two terms from 1715–1717 and 1719–1721. As opposed to his father Maharaja Jaswant Singh Rathore who was a close friend of the Indian Emperor Shah Jahan, Rana Ajit Singh's life was marked by strategic alliances, conspiracies and betrayals against his own in the relentless pursuit of worldly gains, sovereignty and kingdom.

India’s percentage of Zero-dose children to the total population has declined from 0.11% in 2023 to 0.06% in 2024, positioning it as a global exemplar in child health, as acknowledged by the UN Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation in its 2024 report. Vaccination remains one of the most powerful and cost-effective public health interventions. India’s unwavering commitment to immunization is evident through its Universal Immunization Programme (UIP), which provides free vaccination services annually to 2.9 crore pregnant women and 2.6 crore infants (0–1 year).

Truth is the destination that guides us toward the ultimate goal of humanism. To open this Pandora’s box is to stir the ripples of inquiry rising from the grassroots of human existence and experience. The path to discover and establish truth is arduous and tumultuous. A mind ignited by curiosity and steeped in soulful reflection seeks unity in the fabric of human relationships.

Indian Armed Forces on Wednesday launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, a precision military operation inside Pakistan. Ministry of Defence claimed that the strikes were aimed at “hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed”. The operation, carried out a short while ago, targeted nine key sites believed to be central to the planning and execution of recent terrorist attacks against India.

India marked a strong and impactful presence at the World Bank Land Conference 2025. In the four day conference held from 5th to 8th May 2025, in Washington D.C., India took on the role of a Country Champion. This was under the leadership of Shri Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary, Ministry of Panchayati Raj. During the conference, India’s flagship initiatives like SVAMITVA Scheme and Gram Manchitra platform drew global attention.

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has extended his heartfelt felicitations and best wishes to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on behalf of the people of India. Shri Modi lauded the Pope’s leadership of the Catholic Church, noting its profound significance in promoting global peace, harmony, solidarity, and service. The Prime Minister wrote on X; “I convey sincere felicitations and best wishes from the people of India to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.

Upholding the use of Urdu signboard on Patur Municipal Council Building in Akola district of Maharashtra, the Supreme Court on Tuesday sent a strong messange against language chauvinism as it held that when we criticise Urdu, we are in a way also criticising Hindi, as, according to linguists and literary scholars, Urdu and Hindi are not two languages, but one language.

Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), Government of India, on Sunday released the 26th edition of its publication titled “Women and Men in India 2024: Selected Indicators and Data”. The publication offers a comprehensive overview of the gender landscape in India, presenting selected indicators and data across key areas like population, education, health, economic participation, and decision-making, all sourced from various Ministries/ Departments/Organizations.

The visit of Shahu I to Aurangzeb’s tomb at Khuldabad remains an intriguing and symbolic moment in Indian history. It is a testament to the complex interplay of power, politics, and personal history that defined the Maratha-Mughal relationship in the early 18th century. While the legacy of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb remains contested today due to his prolonged military campaigns, Shahu’s decision to pay respects at the tomb of the man responsible for his father’s execution offers a deeper insight into his saintly disposition, political acumen, strategic foresight, and cultural influences.

There is an unforgettable moment in the iconic Indian television series Mahabharat where Time itself makes an entrance not as a mere concept, but as a speaking entity. As the deep, resonant voice of Harish Bhimani declares, "Main Samay hoon" (I am Time), a shiver runs down the spine of the audience. With an air of absolute authority, Time proclaims its omnipotence, reminding everyone from kings to paupers that it cannot be controlled, halted, or reversed.

In a heartening display of communal harmony, a Sikh family in Punjab's Malerkotla district has donated a portion of their prime ancestral land for the construction of a mosque, addressing a longstanding need of the local Muslim community (“Muslim” is an Arabic word for those who submit to God). Sukhjinder Singh Noni, the former Sarpanch of Umarpura village in Punjab's Malerkotla district, and his brother Avninder Singh have donated a prime piece of land measuring 5.5 biswas (approximately 7,480 square feet) for the construction of a mosque for the worship of God.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday called for a shift in the discourse surrounding disputed religious sites, stating that such structures should not be referred to as mosques, reported the Indian Express. Speaking at an event in Mahakumbh Nagar, Prayagraj (Ilahabad) he said, “The day we stop calling disputed structures mosques, people will stop going there. Islam itself does not support hurting another’s faith to establish a place of worship.

In his first-ever podcast appearance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared personal stories and reflections on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath's popular series, People by WTF, reported NDTV. The two-hour conversation provided rare insights into PM Modi’s life, from his childhood and education to his journey in politics and leadership. Acknowledging his human side, the Prime Minister said, “Mistakes happen, and I too can make some.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his heartfelt greetings on the occasion of the 813th Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, the revered Sufi saint of Ajmer Sharif. The Prime Minister’s message emphasized the importance of peace and harmony, values that are deeply associated with the teachings of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Shri Modi responded to a message by Union Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju, stating, “Greetings on the Urs of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.

The argument for rethinking terminology to redefine social classifications in India reflects a deeper understanding of historical subjugation and global solidarity. The suggestion to replace terms like "Scheduled Castes," "Scheduled Tribes," and "Other Backward Classes" with designations such as "Oppressed Tribes in the Mainland," "Oppressed Tribes in Remote Areas," and "Other Oppressed Tribes" offers a fresh perspective rooted in historical sensitivity and global inclusivity.

India’s quest for social justice, deeply rooted in its Constitution, has seen numerous commissions and committees striving to bridge societal divides. Among these, the Kaka Kalelkar Commission or the First Backward Classes Commission (1955), led by Kaka Kalelkar, holds a significant place. This commission, though underappreciated, laid the foundation for the debate on backward class welfare, reservation policies, and affirmative action that persists in Indian politics and governance today.

The Latin maxim Volenti non fit injuria translates to "to a willing person, no injury is done." This legal principle plays a pivotal role in tort law, emphasizing that a person who voluntarily consents to a risk cannot later claim damages for harm arising from that risk. Over time, courts have refined the scope and application of this doctrine through landmark judgments.

The COP29 climate summit concluded with a mixed bag of achievements and setbacks. Hosted in Baku, Azerbaijan, the conference saw protracted negotiations that ultimately led to a pledge from wealthier nations to contribute $300 billion annually by 2035 to assist vulnerable countries in combating climate change. This commitment, drawn from both public and private sectors, represents a modest increase from the $250 billion proposed earlier in the talks but remains far below the $1.3 trillion requested by developing nations.

In a landmark development, the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Mohammed Deif, the military commander of Hamas, reported BBC. The warrants, announced by a pre-trial chamber, mark a pivotal moment in the pursuit of accountability for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the recent Israel-Hamas conflict.

In a striking escalation of hostilities, Kyiv has accused Russia of deploying an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) against Ukraine—a development reported by the BBC. If confirmed, this would mark the first use of such a weapon in the nearly three-year-long conflict. ICBMs, designed for delivering nuclear payloads over vast distances, are rarely deployed in active combat due to their destructive potential.

New Delhi: Billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani, one of India’s most prominent business magnates, has been charged with fraud in the United States. The indictment, filed in New York on Wednesday, accuses Mr. Adani and senior executives of orchestrating a $250 million bribery scheme to secure lucrative renewable energy contracts in India. The US prosecutors allege that the payments were made to Indian officials to win contracts expected to generate profits exceeding $2 billion over the next two decades.