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100+ prominent India, Pakistan voices appeal for 'confidence building measures'
Over 100 prominent Indian and Pakistani citizens have penned an open letter to Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shehbaz Sharif, urging them to restore peace and dialogue. The signatories propose confidence-building measures like reinstating full diplomatic ties and resuming normal visa services. They emphasize that continued hostility hinders the prosperity and secure future of millions of young people in both nations, stressing the need for cooperation over confrontation.
Indian Army to move from 'Jai to Vijay' says General Dhiraj Seth in first address as Army Chief
General Dhiraj Seth has officially assumed office as the 31st Chief of the Indian Army. Delivering his first address after taking charge, he described the moment as one of “pride and humility” and said he was committed to serving the nation with the core values of duty, honour and national first. Beginning his speech with “Jai Hind,” the Army Chief thanked the Prime Minister and the Defence Minister for their trust and support, and paid tribute to soldiers who have sacrificed their lives in service of the country.
Bilawal Bhutto spews venom against India, threatens nuclear bomb over Indus waters
Actually, a video of Bilawal has been shared on social media, in which he is seen talking about the matter of India and the Indus Water Treaty. Speaking at an international seminar in Islamabad on Tuesday, Bilawal said the suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty was a threat to Pakistan's security. Bilawal's Nuclear Bomb Threat Bilawal also said that one aspect of Pakistan's nuclear doctrine is also about water. He said that if anyone tries to weaken the country's economy or try to ban waterways, it will be considered an extreme situation. Bilawal said that Pakistan has kept the option of
Ozone pollution spreading across India, Delhi-NCR emerges as prime hotspot: CSE report
Ground-level ozone, an invisible but highly harmful air pollutant, is emerging as a year-round public health and climate challenge across India's cities, a new analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) said. Based on six years of data from 25 cities, the analysis said that ozone pollution is no longer confined to isolated summer spikes or a handful of northern urban centres. Rather, it has spread across regions, with prolonged exposure becoming increasingly common in both inland and coastal cities.
As VB - G RAM G comes into force today govt notifies enhanced wage rates
A new rural employment framework, Viksit Bharat- Guarantee for Rozgar & Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), has launched with a significant wage hike. Daily wages now stand at a minimum of Rs 300, with the national average rising to Rs 327.4. This revision, exceeding 10% nationally, prioritizes states with historically lower wages, aiming to boost rural incomes and foster inclusive development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the current situation in the Middle East.
conversation, President Pejeshkian briefed Prime Minister Modi on recent developments in West Asia and the future direction. Prime Minister Modi welcomed the ceasefire and efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. Read also: China is moving closer to Chicken Neck under the pretext of Teesta, India expressed concern, so now comes the dragon's answer India maintains diplomatic relations with Iran Tensions have increased due to the confrontation between Iran, Israel and the US in West Asia. As a result, India maintained continuous contact with Tehran at the highest level political, strategi
PM Modi held a marathon meeting with central secretaries for 4 hours, know what was discussed with all the departments.
Prime MinisterNarendra Modi The nearly 4-hour meeting ended with a meeting of secretaries of all central ministries and departments. In this meeting, there was a discussion about the schemes of the government and their implementation, which will benefit the common man. There was also a brainstorming session with the departments on what efforts are being made for Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living. For better coordination and taking the right decisions, he inspired to use the 'PM GatiShakti' platform as much as possible. PM Modi told the secretaries that the real purpose of government sc
When will monsoon set foot in Delhi-NCR, north India? Here's what IMD says
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that people living in parts of North India can expect the southwest monsoon to advance further over the next two to three days. In a post on X, the weather department said conditions remain favourable for the monsoon to move into more parts of northern states, bringing widespread rainfall to several areas.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi to visit India from July 1; here's key agenda for talks with PM Modi
India will host Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi from July 1 to 3 for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties across strategic, economic and technological sectors, according to diplomatic sources cited by ANI. The visit will mark the first India-Japan Annual Summit since March 2022 and will be Takaichi's first trip to India after assuming office.
KC Venugopal writes to Om Birla, seeks privilege motion against Rajnath Singh over Op Sindoor statement
Congress leader KC Venugopal on Tuesday wrote a letter to move privilege motion against Rajnath Singh for misleading the Parliament on Operation Sindoor. In his letter, Venugopal said, "In the debate in Lok Sabha on Operation Sindoor, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lied to the people of India. It was a straightforward, clear-cut lie - to mislead the House. How could he, in July 2025, say that no Indian soldier was martyred, and then a year later the forces announced that they have lost 6 jawans,” he said.
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