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Ex-Sri Lankan president Ranil Wickremesinghe arrested

Wickremesinghe, 76, was arrested at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) headquarters, where he was summoned to record a statement in connection with an investigation into the alleged misuse of government funds, police said.

22 Aug 2025 3:11 pm
Will Wang's Visit Help Improve Relations?

The Galwan clashes indicate to the limitations in relations if they do not address border stability, points out Srikanth Kondapalli.

22 Aug 2025 3:06 pm
Ruckus at 1st event by Delhi CM Rekha Gupta after attack

This comes two days after the chief minister was allegedly attacked by a 41-year-old man at her Civil Lines Camp Office residence during a 'Jan Sunwai' programme on Wednesday.

22 Aug 2025 2:54 pm
SC asks dog lovers, NGOs to deposit Rs 25K, Rs 2 lakh

The Supreme Court has asked 'dog lovers' and NGOs opposing the permanent relocation of stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to deposit funds to be heard in the matter. The funds will be used for stray dog infrastructure.

22 Aug 2025 2:36 pm
'Politics behind why justice eluded Malegaon, 7/11 victims'

Former IPS officer Meeran Borwankar claims political interference hindered justice in the Malegaon and 7/11 blasts, and the Narendra Dabholkar murder case. She cited instances of pressure on investigators and prosecutors.

22 Aug 2025 2:08 pm
No USAID funding of $21mn voter turnout in India: Govt

On July 2, the US Embassy shared data that it said covered USAID funding in India from 2014 to 2024, including details of implementing partners, objectives, and key accomplishments of each activity undertaken, he said.

22 Aug 2025 1:16 pm
Maid arrested after video shows her urinating on utensils

Police in Bijnor have arrested a domestic help for allegedly urinating on utensils while cleaning them at a house in the Nagina area after a video of the incident circulated on social media.

22 Aug 2025 12:47 pm
'It's a boundary, not border, so it's open to negotiations'

Former Army chief Gen M M Naravane (retd) said India-China ties are on the mend with initiatives announced at political, diplomatic and military levels. He expressed hope that China will reciprocate India's goodwill as they move forward in discussing the boundary question.

22 Aug 2025 12:14 pm
Gadkari: AI To Detect Landslides, Waterlogging Soon

Nitin Gadkari said AI will be used to detect landslides, waterlogging and accident-prone spots on highways, while highlighting logistics cost cuts and road safety initiatives

22 Aug 2025 11:48 am
'BJP Should Be Extremely Wary Of 130th Amendment'

'If the INDIA bloc ever forms the government, they will be more than tempted to use such provisions to bring about regime change in BJP-ruled states.'

22 Aug 2025 11:29 am
SC says stray dogs can be released after sterilisation

Its August 11 direction, which prohibits the release of stray dogs from dog shelters, shall be kept in abeyance for the time being, the apex court said.

22 Aug 2025 11:26 am
Namaste sada...: DKS sings RSS anthem in K'taka assembly

Shivakumar's recital came when the Bharatiya Janata Party legislators accused Shivakumar of being an 'abettor' of the stampede as he created mass frenzy.

22 Aug 2025 11:22 am
'130th Amendment Risks Placing Power In ED/CBI/Police'

'Anyone they don't like can be potentially arrested and thrown in jail for 30 days to induce regime change.'

22 Aug 2025 11:20 am
Security breach at Parliament as man scales wall

Sources said the incident took place around 6.30 am.

22 Aug 2025 11:02 am
Listen To Patriotic Music From Navy, Army

As part of Independence Day Celebrations 2025, the Indian Navy and Indian Army bands performed in Mumbai at various locations.

16 Aug 2025 5:56 pm
'Rahul Will Drink Tea With 'Dead' Voters'

'Rahul Gandhi is not coming to seek votes, but to reach out to people for awareness of their democratic rights.'

16 Aug 2025 5:43 pm
Shivakumar accuses BJP of politicising Dharmasthala case

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar accuses the BJP of politicizing the Dharmasthala 'multiple murders and burials' case, criticizing their protests and questioning their motives.

16 Aug 2025 5:34 pm
Chinese FM to visit India for border talks on Monday

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India for border talks with NSA Ajit Doval, ahead of PM Modi's visit to China for the SCO summit. The visit aims to improve bilateral ties after recent tensions.

16 Aug 2025 5:16 pm
Govindas build 10-layer pyramid, min says world record

A Govinda squad in Thane, India, formed a 10-layer human pyramid during a Dahi Handi event, with organizers claiming it as a world record. A prize of Rs 25 lakh was announced for the team.

16 Aug 2025 4:52 pm
IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, 6 Maha districts

IMD weather forecast predicted a moderate to intense spell of rain in these areas for the next three to four hours.

16 Aug 2025 1:10 pm
US may hold back secondary tariffs on India, says Trump

There were apprehensions that additional secondary tariffs would have hit India in case the US decided to enforce them.

16 Aug 2025 12:05 pm
Heavy rains batter Mumbai; 2 killed in landslide

A landslide in the Vikhroli suburb of Mumbai killed two people and injured two others after heavy rains caused soil and stones to collapse on a hut.

16 Aug 2025 11:39 am
Look at India, Pak: Trump repeats truce claim after Putin meet

Stressing that wars are very bad, Trump said that he seems to have an ability to end them, to get people together for which he uses the power of the United States.

16 Aug 2025 11:20 am
'Kerala Is On A Ventilator'

'The fiscal situation is extremely vulnerable. It has never been so bad in Kerala's history.'

16 Aug 2025 11:04 am
What's Pushing India-US Ties To Breaking Point?

The deal fell through over unresolved disagreements over contentious issues, mainly on agriculture and automotive sector tariffs.

16 Aug 2025 11:04 am
Zero-Bid Satellite Deal Raises Questions

Pixxel has raised $95 million in funding and with the company's commercial Firefly satellites up in orbit selling data globally 'we know and seen what it takes to make this business work.'

16 Aug 2025 10:39 am
Now it's up to Zelensky: Trump after '10 out of 10' Putin meet

Despite the lack of a formal agreement, Trump described the summit as a success

16 Aug 2025 9:51 am
Putin: Ukraine War Wouldn't Happened If Trump Had...

'We had very narrow negotiations that were quite useful.'

16 Aug 2025 8:13 am
'No Deal Until There's A Deal': Trump

'We had a very productive meeting, and there were many points that we agreed on. A couple of big ones that we haven't quite gotten there, but we made some headway.'

16 Aug 2025 7:44 am
Understanding reached on Ukraine, Putin tells press meet

Speaking shortly after, Trump stated he had yet to speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy but would do so imminently, along with other European leaders. He suggested a formal deal was not yet in place.

16 Aug 2025 5:16 am
Trump, Putin meet in Alaska along with aides

Trump's one-on-one meetings with Putin during his first term were clouded with mystery. With only a translator inside the room, it was often unclear what exactly was discussed. Aides had a difficult time ascertaining if the two reached any agreements. After one such meeting, in Germany, Trump asked his interpreter to discard his notes.

16 Aug 2025 1:45 am
India tariffs won't stop Putin or end war: US House panel

The US House Foreign Affairs Committee Democrats stated that imposing tariffs on India will not deter Russian President Vladimir Putin or address Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

16 Aug 2025 1:27 am
Ukraine-Russia land swaps may be discussed: Trump

Trump reiterated that he is not negotiating on behalf of Ukraine, but rather aiming to bring the parties to the negotiating table.

16 Aug 2025 12:49 am
Is Trump's tariffs on India a strategic mistake?

Former White House official John Bolton suggests that tariffs imposed on India by the US for purchasing Russian oil may have unintended consequences, potentially driving New Delhi closer to Beijing and Moscow.

16 Aug 2025 12:24 am
Mathura under tight security for Janmashtami celebrations

Mathura transformed into a fortress for Shri Krishna Janmashtami, with heavy security and traffic restrictions in place for the Krishna Mahotsav. Authorities have implemented strict measures, including social media monitoring and restricted items at the temple, to ensure the safety of devotees.

15 Aug 2025 11:23 pm
Putin will face severe consequences if...: Trump warns

Trump stated that Russia will face severe economic consequences if Putin doesn't show interest in de-escalating the Ukraine conflict.

15 Aug 2025 10:01 pm
Two Chinese mins attend India's I-Day event in Beijing

Two senior Chinese ministers attended India's Independence Day reception in Beijing, signaling a potential improvement in relations ahead of Prime Minister Modi's expected visit to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit.

15 Aug 2025 9:40 pm
Five killed in dargah wall collapse near Humayun's tomb

A wall collapse at a dargah near Humayun's Tomb in Delhi's Nizamuddin area resulted in five fatalities and several injuries. Rescue operations were conducted by multiple agencies.

15 Aug 2025 8:50 pm
Nurse death triggers political storm in Bengal

The death of a 24-year-old nurse at a private nursing home in West Bengal's Hooghly district has triggered political unrest and allegations of a cover-up. Opposition parties are demanding a fair investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death, alleging foul play and potential sexual assault.

15 Aug 2025 8:37 pm
'Was trapped in mud under a vehicle, surrounded by bodies'

Nine-year-old Devanshi was among the hundreds of pilgrims who had gathered in Chositi for the last leg of the yatra to Machail Mata temple when tragedy struck on Thursday. Buried under mud and debris when a Maggi-point shop was hit by flash floods, she emerged hours later, rescued by her uncle and other villagers.

15 Aug 2025 8:01 pm
'India Is Collateral Damage Between Trump And Putin'

'The President's expectations shifted. The goal post moved and India didn't realize that the goal post had moved.'

15 Aug 2025 7:29 pm
Oil ministry post featuring Savarkar draws Cong ire

A post by the oil ministry featuring V.D. Savarkar alongside Mahatma Gandhi and other freedom fighters has drawn criticism from the Congress party, accusing the BJP of distorting history.

15 Aug 2025 7:15 pm
'Daam Kam, Dum Zyada': Top quotes from Modi's I-Day speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Independence Day, focusing on economic growth, self-reliance, and national security. He emphasized manufacturing quality products at affordable prices, supporting farmers, and combating terrorism and infiltration.

15 Aug 2025 6:50 pm
'Ghuspaithiya' snatching...: PM announces demographic mission

Modi warned that when demographic changes take place, especially in the border areas, they create a national security crisis.

15 Aug 2025 6:38 pm
Boy killed in cylinder blast in Bengaluru; 13 houses damaged

A 10-year-old boy died and several others were injured in a suspected cylinder blast in Bengaluru. The Chief Minister has announced compensation for the victim's family and medical assistance for the injured.

15 Aug 2025 6:24 pm
'Soon to be retired': Cong's jibe at PM over RSS praise

The PM's speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort today was stale, hypocritical, insipid, and troubling, the Congress general secretary said.

15 Aug 2025 5:09 pm
Tariffs on India prompted Russia to...: Trump

The comments come ahead of Trump's high-profile meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled for Friday in Anchorage, Alaska.

15 Aug 2025 4:11 pm
60 killed, 100 injured after cloudburst in J-K's Kishtwar

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar district that claimed 60 lives and injured over 100. Abdullah expressed condolences and assured assistance, while also questioning potential administrative lapses.

15 Aug 2025 3:44 pm
'Will Pahalgam killers decide...': Omar in I-Day speech

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah strongly criticized linking Jammu and Kashmir's political future to acts of terror, asserting that Pakistan cannot influence decisions on the region's statehood through terrorism. He announced a signature campaign to press for the restoration of statehood.

15 Aug 2025 3:35 pm
India's iron dome? Modi announces Mission Sudarshan Chakra

Announcing the launch of Mission Sudarshan Chakra, Modi said it will be aimed at neutralising enemy threat and enhancing India's offensive capabilities.

15 Aug 2025 1:41 pm