New York/Washington: US President Donald Trump said the two “very smart” leaders of India and Pakistan “decided” not to continue a war that could have turned nuclear, the first time in weeks he did not credit himself for stopping hostilities between the two neighbouring nations. Trump made the remarks while speaking to the media in…
Washington: US President Donald Trump has told his senior aides he supports plans for a potential military strike on Iran but has not yet given the final order. According to the Wall Street Journal, Trump wants to wait and see if Iran will halt its nuclear programme before deciding on further action. One possible target…
New Delhi: The first flight carrying over 100 students, who were evacuated to Armenia from war-torn Iran, landed in Delhi in the early hours today (Thursday). Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Indian students in Tehran were moved out of the city, 110 of them crossing the border into Armenia, through arrangements made by…
New Delhi: Panchayats across the country are organising special yoga sessions, community outreach activities and common yoga protocol demonstrations at schools, anganwadis and public spaces to transform the International Yoga Day into a ‘jan-andolan’ at the village level, the Ayush ministry said Wednesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, through a letter, recently had urged gram pradhans…
London: The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) brings “stability and predictability” for businesses in both countries, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. During a session at the India Global Forum (IGF) UK-India Week titled ‘Agreement to Action in the UK-India FTA’, the minister shared his optimism around the “good marriage” agreed between…
New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday held a review meeting with fintech firms and assured that the government will continue to support the industry. During an interaction with founders, CEOs, and senior leaders of fintech companies, various issues such as ease of doing business for fintechs and preventing financial fraud were discussed. Sitharaman…
Washington: Donald Trump, US President, made a striking claim during a public interaction, stating that he played a pivotal role in preventing a war between India and Pakistan during his tenure. Referring to both countries as “major nuclear nations,” Trump emphasised the gravity of the situation and his role in de-escalating tensions. Trump highlighted the…
Dadhimukha, the valiant chief guardian of the sacred Madhuvan, appeared before King Sugreeva in the august presence of Rama and Lakshmana. His face bore signs of agitation, his demeanor disturbed. Sugreeva, noticing this unrest, gently asked, “What troubles you, Dadhimukha? Has someone wronged you? You are loyal, revered, and dear to us. Please speak openly.”…
Sri Adi Vat Madhav Temple is at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This Sangam is the holy confluence of three rivers – Ganga, Yamuna, and the invisible Saraswati. The temple lies near the Akshayavat (Immortal Banyan Tree), inside the historic Allahabad Fort. The temple’s main deity is Lord Vishnu, who is worshipped…
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that Iran has reached out to the US for negotiation; however, he said it’s very late now. He also declined to confirm whether the United States was planning to strike Iran or target its nuclear facilities, telling reporters that next week will be big. During an interaction…
