The S Bharat New Delhi: South Asia’s strategic landscape is witnessing a significant shift as Bangladesh moves forward with plans to establish a military drone manufacturing facility with Chinese support, while India advances a critical underground railway project near the Siliguri Corridor, widely known as the “Chicken’s Neck.” The twin developments are being closely watched by Indian security … Read more
Bijapur (Chhattisgarh): Srinivas Rao Maddi, In-charge of the Bijapur Assembly constituency, has described the Union Budget as a powerful vision document that will accelerate the all-round development of Chhattisgarh, including the Bastar region, while strengthening India’s long-term growth trajectory. Speaking on the key highlights of the budget, Maddi said it goes far beyond annual financial … Read more
Janjgir-Champa (Chhattisgarh): Congress legislator Vyas Kashyap was arrested along with 11 others by Janjgir-Champa police for allegedly blocking a major roadway during a protest over poor road conditions. The arrests were made on Sunday by Kotwali Police, following an investigation into a six-hour road blockade that took place on June 30, 2025. The protest was … Read more
Hyderabad: Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s upcoming film Spirit continues to make headlines, not just for its massive scale but also for the controversies surrounding it. After Deepika Padukone’s reported exit from the project, veteran actor Prakash Raj is now said to have stepped away from the Prabhas-starrer as well. According to media reports, Prakash Raj … Read more
Hyderabad: After a sharp decline last Friday, gold and silver prices staged a strong comeback on Monday, witnessing record-breaking gains in the domestic futures market. Both precious metals rose sharply amid renewed buying interest. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold prices surged by more than ₹2,100 per 10 grams during early trade. Around 11:30 … Read more
New Delhi — Consumers often spend thousands of rupees on premium earphones and headphones, but rarely invest in products designed to protect their hearing. Sennheiser’s Sound Protex Plus aims to change that narrative. Priced at ₹2,990, the device positions itself not as an audio gadget, but as hearing protection against everyday noise. After more than … Read more
Mumbai, India — Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has sparked debate by advocating marriage between the ages of 19 and 25 and encouraging families to have at least three children, citing concerns over population imbalance in India. Speaking at an interactive session in Mumbai to mark the RSS’s 100th anniversary, Bhagwat said medical … Read more
Islamabad: Pakistan has begun repair work at the Bholari Air Base near Karachi, months after the facility was heavily damaged during India’s military operation known as Operation Sindoor, according to satellite imagery and media reports. The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is currently in the early stages of repairing a damaged aircraft hangar at the base. … Read more
New Delhi: Indian oil refiners are increasingly avoiding purchases of Russian crude oil, signaling a cautious shift in strategy as India and the United States move closer to finalizing a bilateral trade agreement. According to industry sources cited by Reuters, major Indian refiners have refrained from buying Russian oil scheduled for delivery in April and … Read more
Nagpur, India | Day 1 of Advantage Vidarbha 2026 – Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav marked a major boost for industrial and infrastructure development in central India, with Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹10,880 crore (approximately USD 1.3 billion) signed, paving the way for more than 6,000 direct and indirect jobs across the Vidarbha region. The event, … Read more
Sabarkantha, Gujarat: Authorities in India’s Gujarat state have uncovered a shocking case of food adulteration after busting a factory allegedly producing toxic fake milk using detergent, urea, and other chemicals. Five people have been arrested, while the main owner of the facility remains absconding. The raid was conducted in the Salal area of Prantij taluka … Read more
Balodabazar, Chhattisgarh: Authorities in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar–Bhatapara district have intensified their crackdown on illegal sand mining, seizing six tractors loaded with sand during a late-night operation. The action has triggered panic among illegal sand operators in the region. The operation was carried out on Saturday night in Bhanpur village under the Sonakhan tehsil, following repeated complaints … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that India’s Union Budget 2026–27 is not merely an annual financial document but a long-term roadmap aimed at transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047. Speaking at an interaction program held at the New Circuit House in Raipur … Read more
Mumbai: India may have started their T20 World Cup campaign with a win, but their opening match against the United States delivered a timely and necessary warning. The victory came through experience and composure under pressure, not dominance—and it exposed areas that stronger opponents will be quick to exploit. India will face Namibia in their … Read more
Kabirdham, Chhattisgarh: A small village in India’s Chhattisgarh state has received a new name—and with it, a renewed sense of dignity and hope. The village formerly known as Chandarpur has officially been renamed Chandanpur, following a state government notification published in the official gazette. For decades, residents said the old name often caused embarrassment and … Read more
Bilaspur : South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) emerged as the champion of the Coal India Limited (CIL) Inter-Company Hockey Tournament 2025–26 after defeating Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) by a convincing 6–1 margin in the grand finale held at the Late B.R. Yadav International Hockey Stadium in Bahtarai, Bilaspur. The tournament, hosted under the aegis of … Read more
Surajpur, India: An unusual complaint has left police officials puzzled in Surajpur district of India’s Chhattisgarh state, where a forest department fire watcher has been carrying a bag of cooked rice for over a week, claiming it was poisoned in an attempt to kill him. The complainant, identified as Ramdhar Pandu, a fire watcher from … Read more
Bilaspur, India: A case of alleged land fraud has surfaced in Bilaspur, where the director of FM Group and his associates are accused of cheating a government employee of ₹13.5 lakh on the pretext of selling land. The complainant, Ravikant Sharma, a clerk posted at the Bilaspur Collectorate and a resident of Sai Nagar in … Read more
New Delhi: India and the United States have agreed on the framework of an important interim trade deal, but New Delhi has made it clear that it will not compromise on sensitive domestic sectors. Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that while the agreement opens new opportunities for Indian exporters, critical agriculture and … Read more
Kochi: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin on Saturday said the party will continue its fight for justice on the Sabarimala issue, accusing both the ruling alliance and the opposition in Kerala of politicizing the sensitive matter. Speaking to reporters after offering prayers at the Sri Adi Shankara Janmabhoomi Temple in Kalady and visiting … Read more
New Delhi: India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, on Saturday said that the proposed interim trade framework between India and the United States will deliver significant benefits to Indian youth, farmers, fishermen, and small businesses, while keeping sensitive agricultural and dairy sectors fully protected. Welcoming the framework agreement announced by the two countries, … Read more
New Delhi: Engineers India Limited (EIL), in partnership with GAIL (India) Limited, has successfully commissioned a 60 kilotonnes per annum (KTPA) Polypropylene (PP) plant at GAIL’s Pata Petrochemical Complex, marking a key milestone in India’s expanding petrochemical sector. With the facility now fully operational, the new unit will produce three advanced grades of polypropylene—homopolymer, impact … Read more
New Delhi: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), India’s largest upstream oil and gas producer, has been awarded the Global Energy & Environment Foundation (GEEF) Platinum Award for Safety and Environmental Management 2026, underscoring its leadership in safety excellence and environmental responsibility in the global energy industry. The prestigious award recognizes ONGC’s sustained commitment to … Read more
Mumbai: Voting is underway today across Maharashtra for the general elections to 12 District Councils (Zilla Parishads) and 125 Panchayat Samitis under them. Polling began at 7:30 a.m. and will continue until 5:30 p.m., amid tight security arrangements. The elections cover 731 seats in District Councils and 1,462 seats in Panchayat Samitis. A total of … Read more
