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Delhi Faces Severe Pollution in Eight Areas as Diwali Approaches

Delhi's air quality has deteriorated significantly, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching a concerning level of 331 on Tuesday morning, categorizing it as 'very poor.' This marks a worsening trend as the city's air quality had already reached its worst in 271 days on Monday with an AQI of 324, rising from 261 on Sunday and a relatively moderate 60 on Friday. Adding to...

India Pushes for UN Security Council Reforms, Seeks Equal Veto Rights

India has intensified its call for comprehensive reforms of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), emphasizing the need for equal veto rights for all permanent members. Addressing the UN, India’s Permanent Representative, Parvathaneni Harish, stressed that the reform process should encompass membership categories, regional representation, the council’s size, working methods, and veto power. He argued that these elements must be addressed collectively, rather than...

Delhi to Launch Yamuna Ferry Service for Chhath Puja Celebrations

Delhi is set to introduce the "Namo Yamuna" ferry service just in time for Chhath Puja, as announced by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The...

Delhi-NCR Activates Pollution Control Measures as Air Quality Worsens

Delhi-NCR authorities have activated Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) following a decline in air quality to the "poor" category, as...

Modi Urges Global Collaboration to Combat Cross-Border Cyber Fraud

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged for the creation of a global mechanism to counter cyber fraud, emphasizing the need for international collaboration among...

Flydubai Pilot Overcomes Cockpit Attack to Safely Land Plane

Captain Smit Machchhar, an Indian pilot, recounted the harrowing moments aboard a flydubai flight when he was attacked by his co-pilot. Realizing the dire...

Maharashtra Requires Aadhaar for Property Registrations to Curb Fraud

In a significant move to combat fraud and enhance security in property transactions, Maharashtra has mandated Aadhaar authentication for the registration of immovable property...

Modi and Trump Discuss Strengthening India-US Strategic Partnership in Key Sectors

In a recent telephone conversation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump reviewed the ongoing bilateral cooperation between India and the United...

Jaishankar Warns Declining Respect for Global Rules Creates Strategic Choke Points

Declining respect for international rules is leading to the emergence of new "choke points" in global affairs, according to India's External Affairs Minister S....

TRAI Mandates Flexible 30-Day and Voice-Only Plans for Prepaid Users

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has announced new regulations aimed at providing more flexible prepaid mobile options for users. Under the Telecom...

Amit Shah Praises UP’s Defence Growth, Highlights BrahMos Impact on Pakistan

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has emphasized the significant role of Uttar Pradesh in India's defence manufacturing sector, particularly highlighting the impact of BrahMos...

Flooding Disrupts Daily Life in Raipur and Durg Due to Heavy Rainfall

Heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours has led to flood-like conditions in Chhattisgarh, particularly affecting the Raipur and Durg districts. The Kharun River's...

US Acknowledges India’s Concerns Over Russia Sanctions, Considers Waiver Options

The United States has attempted to ease concerns from India about the potential impact of a proposed Russia sanctions law, which could impose tariffs...

Nepal PM Advocates Joint Climate Resilience Efforts with India and China

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra “Balen” Shah has called for the establishment of a Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism involving Nepal, India, and China, as he...