'Shared democratic values, steadfast commitment': PM Modi's message to Carney on Canadian election victory

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on his electoral victory in the polls. PM Modi said that he was looking forward to unlocking greater opportunities for people of the two nations. In a post on X, PM Modi underscored the depth in India-Canada relations, saying, "India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people...

Plea to ban sexually explicit content on OTT, social media: Supreme Court issues notice to Centre, platforms

The Supreme Court on Monday issued notices to the Centre, major OTT platforms, and leading social media companies on a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking action to prohibit the streaming of sexually explicit content. A bench comprising Justices B R Gavai and Augustine George Masih said the petition raised a significant concern but pointed out that the issue falls primarily within the domain of the executive and legislature....

NIA takes over Pahalgam terror attack probe, eyewitnesses being questioned

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has officially taken over the investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack, which left 26 people dead, officials said on Sunday. A team led by an Inspector General of Police, a Deputy Inspector General, and a Superintendent of Police from the NIA is currently examining eyewitnesses to reconstruct the sequence of events that led to one of the deadliest terror incidents in Jammu and Kashmir...

War Against Drugs: Punjab Police ordered to wipe out drugs by May 31, DGP issues strict deadline

Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav has set a firm deadline for police officials to achieve the targets under the "Nasha Mukt Punjab" (Drug-Free Punjab) campaign, part of the state government’s ‘Yudh Nashe De Virudh’ (War Against Drugs) initiative. In a strong directive issued on Sunday, DGP Yadav instructed all Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) and Commissioners of Police (CPs) to personally take responsibility...

Pahalgam attack: Chilling new video shows terrorist gunning down tourist from point-blank range

A new video has emerged of the terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. In the video, a terrorist can be seen shooting a tourist. On April 22, terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists in Baisaran, Pahalgam, killing 26 of them. Seventeen others were injured in the attack. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/JIRvg...

Tahawwur Rana denies any links to 26/11 attacks during interrogation by Mumbai Police

Tahawwur Rana, alleged mastermind of the 26/11 terrorist attack in Mumbai, was questioned by the Mumbai Police's Crime Branch in an interrogation lasting for eight hours. A senior official said that Rana was not cooperative during the interrogation and did not answer the questions properly. Rana, a Pakistani-origin Canadian citizen, is currently in the custody of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) after being extradited from...

Two Navy personnel among three arrested for extorting money from Agniveer aspirants

Three people, including two serving in the Navy in Odisha’s Khurda district, have been arrested by the police for allegedly extorting money from Agniveer aspirants during a recruitment drive in November 2024, an official said on Friday.  from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/FnNjr...

Pahalgam terror attack: Mukesh Ambani offers free treatment for injured at Reliance Foundation Hospital

Mukesh Ambani, Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director (MD), joined the nation in mourning the deaths of 26 innocent lives in the Pahalgam terror attack which took place in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22 (Tuersday). "I am joined by everyone in the Reliance family in mourning the deaths of innocent Indians in the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22nd April, 2025," Mukesh Ambani said in his condolence message. Ambani...

'Will feel proud everyday': Navy officer Vinay Narwal's wife bids emotional farewell to husband | Video

In a heart-wrenching moment, the wife of Indian Navy Lieutenant Vinay Narwal bid an emotional farewell to her husband, who was killed in the Pahalgam terror attack. The couple had gotten married only days earlier, on April 16, and were on their honeymoon in Kashmir when the tragic incident occurred. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/AY7Rg...

Pahalgam attack LIVE Updates: 26 killed in J-K's deadliest strike in recent times, PM Modi heads back to India

A group of terrorists opened fire at a resort area in Baisaran, located in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district, on Tuesday. Eyewitnesses stated that the assailants, who were unidentified, fired at tourists from close range, leaving more than 25 dead and several injured. The attack occurred in the Baisaran meadow, a scenic spot that is reachable only by foot or on ponies and was being visited by a group of tourists...

Pahalgam terror attack: PM Modi dials Home Minister Amit Shah, asks him to visit the site

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the terror attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. During the conversation, PM Modi expressed deep concern over the incident and directed the Home Minister to take all necessary and suitable measures to ensure the safety and security of civilians in the region. He also asked Amit Shah to visit the site of the attack to assess...

Pope Francis met PM Modi twice: A look at historic meetings and their significance | Watch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis, calling it a profound loss for the global community. Sharing his heartfelt message, the Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to Catholics across the world, acknowledging the Pope's lifelong dedication to service, compassion, and spiritual courage. In a statement of tribute, PM Modi highlighted how Pope Francis, from an early...

OPINION | FBI arrests Happy: More pro-Khalistan terrorists to follow

The arrest of pro-Khalistan terrorist Harpreet Singh, alias Happy Passia, by the FBI from Sacramento, California (US), is a piece of good news for India's National Investigation Agency. He was living illegally in the US and had played a central role in orchestrating targeted killings, grenade attacks on police and extortion across Punjab. Happy Passia had taken responsibility for a series of 16 terror attacks that took place in...

MHA issues alert on online booking frauds targeting pilgrims, tourists; lists out dos and don’ts

The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has issued a public advisory warning people about a rise in online booking frauds targeting those going on pilgrimages and to tourist destinations. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/V5aiu...

Project Cheetah: India to bring eight more cheetahs from Botswana, first four to arrive in May

India will bring eight cheetahs from Botswana in southern Africa in two phases, including four by May, according to officials. The information about cheetahs to be brought was given by officials of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), who participated in a review meeting of the cheetah project in Bhopal on Friday in the presence of Union Minister for Environment, Forests & Climate Change Bhupender Yadav and MP...

Weather update: Rain, thunderstorms likely in Delhi-NCR and other parts of north India today

Rain accompanied by gusty winds brought relief to parts of Delhi and adjoining areas of NCR and Uttar Pradesh. Temperatures in pockets of North India went down after the rainfall and thunderstorm. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms with rainfall for Saturday at isolated places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal and the Northeast.  from...

PM Modi speaks with Elon Musk, discusses 'collaboration in areas of technology, innovation'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic discussion with US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) chief Elon Musk on Friday as they discussed several issues, including the "immense potential for collaboration in the areas of technology and innovation". PM Modi stressed that India remains committed to advancing partnerships with the US in these domains. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/GfngA...

No changes to existing waqfs, including 'waqf by user', till next hearing: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court on Thursday issued an interim order in the petition challenging the constitutional validity of the amended Waqf Act, taking on record the Centre’s assurance that no appointments will be made to the Central Waqf Council or Waqf Boards under the 2023 amendments until further orders. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/8NUbr...

OPINION | Taliban in Karnataka: Culprits must be punished

The brutal manner in which a Muslim woman was beaten with sticks and pipes outside a mosque in Davangere, Karnataka, forces us to think about the devils living in our midst in the 21st century. No civil society can tolerate such a horrendous act in the name of Shariah. It is a good sign that the Davangere police acted promptly and arrested six of the attackers soon after the video appeared on social media. Their names: Muhammed...

BSF denies Mamata's charge of allowing Bangladeshi to enter India: 'Priority is to guard border'

The Border Security Force on Tuesday reacted to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s statement that the security forces allow Bangladeshis to enter India and said the top priority of the BSF is to guard the border. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/NEA0r...

Who is Mehul Choksi? Understanding the PNB scam and his arrest in Belgium

Mehul Choksi, wanted in connection with the Rs 13,000 crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) loan fraud case, was arrested in Belgium, following an extradition request by Indian investigative agencies. The absconding diamond trader was located in Belgium where he was arrested by the police on Saturday. He has been on the run and reportedly fled from Antigua at the end of 2021.  from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift...

Weather update: Heavy rain alert issued for these states, heatwave warning in Delhi as temperatures soar

Weather update: Amid the scorching heat sweeping across North India, many regions have found relief in the widespread showers over the last few days. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), heavy rainfall is expected to continue in states such as Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Sikkim, Kerala, and Assam over the coming days. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed http...

Weather to take a turn again? IMD forecasts heatwave-like conditions across THESE states from mid-April

New Delhi: After a brief spell of dust storms and scattered rain that brought temporary relief, Delhi and several parts of North India are now headed into a period of intense heat. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a steady rise in temperatures over the next four days, with heatwave conditions likely to grip parts of Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Bihar. On Saturday, Delhi recorded a maximum temperature...

US Vice President JD Vance, NSA Waltz to visit India this month as trade pact talks gather pace

Preparations are underway to schedule separate visits by US Vice President J D Vance and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz later this month, with sources indicating that both trips are likely to take place between April 21 and 25, media reports say. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/vLr9B...

We don't negotiate at gunpoint: Piyush Goyal on India's trade tussle with US

Amid the global tariff conflict triggered by US President Donald Trump, Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal stated that India is currently in discussions with the United States on a trade agreement. He emphasised that India’s interests would remain paramount and that negotiations would not be carried out under external pressure. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/TG3pN...

OPINION | Tahawwur interrogation: Pakistan must be exposed

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has begun interrogating 26/11 terror attack mastermind Tahawwur Rana after a court in Delhi sent him to 18 days' custody following his extradition from the US. DIG of NIA Jaya Roy is heading the team of interrogators. Rana will be questioned comprehensively to unravel the details of the full conspiracy that led to the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai resulting in the death of 166 people. It...

TMC MP Mahua Moitra moves Supreme Court challenging Waqf Amendment Act, hearing on April 16

Opposition's dismay over Waqf (Amendment) Act doesn't seem to end, and now Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra has approached the Supreme Court challenging the validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. Moitra filed her plea on April 9 and stated that the Amendments violated several fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution. "It is submitted that the violation of parliamentary practices during the law-making process...

Tahawwur Rana arrested by NIA after being extradited to India, to be taken to Patiala House Court

26/11 Mumbai terror attack mastermind Tahawwur Rana on Thursday was arrested after being extradited to India. Senior Advocate Dayan Krishnan and Special Public Prosecutor for NIA, Advocate Narender Mann were seen arriving at Patiala House Court in the national capital ahead of Rana being produced before the court. He will be taken to Patiala House Court. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/6Bh4N...

Rahul Gandhi pushes for country-wide caste census, slams new Waqf Act at AICC session in Ahmedabad

Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday (April 9) accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the RSS of deliberately opposing the caste census to hide the actual share of minorities in the country. The Congress leader also challenged PM Modi that he will pass the caste census law in the Parliament right in front of him. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/Y6p9r...

Mamata Banerjee warns Mahua Moitra of suspension after her spat with Kalyan Banerjee: Sources

Infighting within TMC: Trinamool Congress (TMC) chief and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued a stern warning to party MP Mahua Moitra following a verbal altercation between Moitra and fellow TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee, said sources. Sources indicate that Moitra was cautioned to "back off or face potential suspension from the party."  from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/WwS6E...

Congress targets BJP, RSS at CWC meet: 'Violence, communalism pushing country into abyss of hatred'

Congress Working Committee meeting: The Congress on Tuesday passed a special resolution commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.In the resolution, the party sharply criticised the BJP and RSS, stating that "violence and communalism are pushing the country into an abyss of hatred." The party vowed to uphold Patel's legacy by standing firmly against religious polarization and divisive politics. from...

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan meets PM Modi, discusses UAE-India ties for prosperous future

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and UAE Defence Minister, commenced his two-day official visit to India today with a high-level meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This visit, marking his first official trip to India in his current role, underscores the growing and deep-rooted bilateral ties between the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and India, spanning...

OPINION | Global tariff war escalates: Investors, be careful

The global tariff war escalated on Tuesday with China threatening to "fight till the end" after US President Donald Trump threatened to impose a fresh 50 per cent tariff on Chinese imports if China did not withdraw its retaliatory tariff of 34 per cent. After Monday's "bloodbath" on stock markets across the globe, Asian stock markets recovered on Tuesday regained only a fraction of the previous day's losses. On Tuesday, China's...

Can new Pamban Bridge withstand stronger cyclones than the one in 1964? Check full details here

Pamban Bridge: The New Pamban Bridge inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (April 6) in Tamil Nadu's Rameshwaram can withstand cyclones of greater intensity than the one in 1964 which substantially damaged the old bridge, a senior official said. MP Singh, director (operations) at Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), said this bridge has been designed to withstand a wind speed of 230 kmph as well as considerable...

RJD to move Supreme Court against Waqf Amendment Act, Manoj Jha, Fayaz Ahmed to file petition tomorrow

Waqf Amendment Act: The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) will move the Supreme Court against the Waqf Amendment Act, with Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Jha and party leader Fayaz Ahmed set to file a petition representing the party. The two leaders will approach the apex court on Monday, challenging the bill's provisions, which they believe could seriously impact the administration of Waqf properties. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed...

BJP Foundation Day: PM Modi hails Party’s journey from humble beginnings to historic mandates

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the people of India have consistently endorsed the BJP's good governance agenda, as reflected in the historic mandates the party has received over the years. Marking the BJP's foundation day, Modi extended greetings to party workers, or karyakartas, and paid tribute to those who had dedicated themselves to building the party over the decades. “This important day makes us reiterate...

PM Modi greets nation on Ram Navami, to visit Rameswaram today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted the nation on the occasion of Ram Navami and expressed hope that the blessings of Lord Ram continue to guide the country in all its endeavours. “Ram Navami greetings to everyone! May the blessings of Prabhu Shri Ram always remain upon us and guide us in all our endeavours,” Modi said in a post on X. He also announced his visit to Rameswaram later in the day, saying, “Looking forward...

DRDO and Indian Army successfully conduct four flight-tests of MRSAM

In a significant milestone for India’s defense capabilities, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Army successfully conducted four flight tests of the Army version of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha on April 3 and 4, 2025. The trials marked a crucial achievement in strengthening the operational readiness of the Indian Army. from...

Cabinet approves 4 Railways expansion projects across three states worth Rs 18,000 crore

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Friday approved four railway projects worth around Rs 18,658 crore. These projects, spanning 15 districts across Maharashtra, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh, will expand the Indian Railways network by approximately 1,247 km.   from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/ITg6j...

OPINION | Waqf Bill passed: Why Modi is unique compared to other leaders?

The Waqf Amendment Bill was passed by Lok Sabha after a marathon 12-hour debate with 288 votes in favour and 232 against. All amendments brought by opposition MPs were rejected by voice vote. The Bill will now be passed in Rajya Sabha on Thursday. In the Lok Sabha, the bill was passed with support from the BJP's allies like Janata Dal-United, the Telugu Desam Party and some smaller parties. The bill, if enacted, will be a landmark...

Amended Waqf Bill will ensure rights of women are protected: Kiren Rijiju in Rajya Sabha | Top quotes

New Delhi: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Thursday tabled the Waqf Amendment Bill in Rajya Sabha and said it was introduced after talking to all stakeholders. Rijiju urged the Congress party and its allies to support Waqf Amendment Bill 2025. The amended Waqf Bill will ensure that the rights of women are protected, said Rijiju in Rajya Sabha. from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/jK6FE...

Silence on India's land taken by China: Rahul Gandhi jabs at Centre in Lok Sabha

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday hit out at the Centre over the reciprocal tariffs imposed on India by the US and also alleged that China has taken over India's land at along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/lVHES...

Sena vs Sena: Uddhav's Shiv Sena opposes Waqf Bill, Shinde's Shiv Sena supports it

Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde criticised the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) for opposing the Waqf Amendment Bill. He questioned whether they would have taken such a stance if Balasaheb Thackeray were alive. "If Bala Saheb Thackeray was alive today, he would have been hurt by UBT’s attitude," Shinde said. Opposing the Bill, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Arvind Sawant said the government is only focused on the Bihar elections. He further...

Anurag Thakur calls Waqf Bill an attack on injustice, says 'cannot allow another partition of country'

Ruling Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) MP Anurag Thakur launched a sharp attack on the Opposition during a debate on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha, declaring that India "cannot allow another partition" of the country. "India has seen a partition in 1947. That partition happened because of one family and one party. Today, we will not allow a second partition in the name of land jihad. We will not allow it to happen. India...

Shopping center, walking trails: Yamuna banks at Sarai Kale Khan, Wazirabad to get a makeover soon | DETAILS

The Yamuna River stretch in Delhi is undergoing a major makeover. Around a dozen spots along the 22-kilometer-long stretch from the Wazirabad to the Okhla barrages will be turned into parks, ghats, cafes, and hike trails, becoming major tourist attractions.  from IndiaTV India: Google News Feed https://ift.tt/YZfGT...

Waqf Bill: BJP issues three-line whip to Lok Sabha MPs to be present in Parliament tomorrow

The Waqf amendment bill will be taken up for consideration and passage in the Lok Sabha tomorrow i.e. April 2. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has issued a three-line whip to all its MPs in Lok Sabha to be presented in the session. The Business Advisory Committee (BAC) meeting was held today, and an eight-hour discussion is allotted for the Waqf Bill. However, Congress demanded a 12-hour discussion. This led to a heated exchange...