The Indian film fraternity mourns the loss of veteran Kannada actress B Saroja Devi, who passed away at the age of 87 on Monday morning at her residence in Bengaluru due to age-related ailments. Her demise marks the end of an era defined by timeless performances, cultural icons, and cross-language cinematic brilliance. Born in 1937,…
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Beijing, underscoring India’s commitment to regional stability through open and balanced dialogue. His visit marks a crucial diplomatic outreach amid complex geopolitical currents, particularly in the backdrop of India-China tensions and shifting Eurasian dynamics. India’s message: Dialogue vital…
India’s ambitious indigenous fighter jet programme, the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, is set to receive a significant boost with US defence giant General Electric (GE) gearing up to supply two F404 engines per month to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The development comes alongside India’s broader plans to procure advanced Javelin anti-tank guided missiles and…
Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and National Conference (NC) Vice-President Omar Abdullah has strongly criticised the imposition of restrictions preventing political leaders and citizens from visiting the historic martyrs’ graveyard in Srinagar on Martyrs’ Day. Calling the move “blatantly undemocratic”, Omar condemned what he termed as the administration’s attempt to erase the sacrifices of…
In a significant move aimed at addressing water pollution and improving the quality of life for Delhiites, Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma on Thursday conducted an inspection of the Yamuna river. The minister undertook the inspection on a boat and collected water samples from various points of the river for testing, reiterating the state government’s commitment…
In a significant development highlighting the Indian government’s commitment to recognising scholarly contributions to nation-building, eminent historian and Padma Shri awardee Meenakshi Jain has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha. Known for her rigorous academic work and nationalistic approach to Indian history, Jain’s entry into the Upper House underscores the importance of intellectual voices in…
In a state where gender barriers have long dictated professional opportunities, Sandhya Kumari has emerged as a symbol of change, breaking stereotypes to become Odisha’s first woman government chauffeur. Her appointment by the Odisha government marks a historic shift in the state’s administrative workforce dynamics, signalling a broader narrative of women’s empowerment in traditionally male-dominated…
The Indian Army is on the brink of a significant advancement in its artillery modernization with the indigenous Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) soon to have an increased range exceeding 80 km. This enhancement is made possible by the Defense Research and Development Organization’s (DRDO) innovative smart ammunition initiative, which seeks to enhance battlefield…
In a landmark moment for India’s space ambitions, Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force is set to return to Earth tomorrow after completing his historic mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Shukla, who was selected under the Indo-Russian Gaganyaan collaboration programme and trained extensively at Russia’s Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre, has…
In a significant move aimed at streamlining its organisational discipline and maintaining internal accountability, the Jana Sena Party (JSP) has expelled its Srikalahasti in-charge, citing indiscipline and repeated violations of party ethics. The expulsion decision was announced by senior leaders in a late-night press briefing on Wednesday, sending ripples across the cadre in Tirupati district…
