Jharkhand: Proposal to hike power tariffs by 60 pc faces stiff opposition, BJP warns of agitation

Ranchi- The Jharkhand government’s proposal to raise electricity tariffs by an average of 60 per cent for 2026–27 has sparked strong backlash across the state.

In its tariff petition submitted to the Jharkhand State Electricity…

‘Disease Must Never Be Used as a Weapon’: Jaishankar Calls for Stronger Global Biosecurity at BWC’s 50th Anniversary

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Monday urged the international community to urgently strengthen global biosecurity and modernise the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), as the treaty marks 50 years since its adoption.

India Records Fastest Growth in Six Quarters Despite US Tariff Pressures: Report

New Delhi: India’s economy grew by 8.2 per cent in the July–September quarter, marking the fastest expansion in six quarters, even as steep US tariffs posed challenges. According to a report by India Narrative, the strong performance…

ECI Extends Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Schedule for 12 States and UTs by Seven Days

Kolkata — The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday extended the ongoing three-stage Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in 12 states and union territories by seven days, issuing a revised notification with updated deadlines.

Tamil Nadu: 12 Dead, 40 Injured as Government Buses Collide Head-On in Sivaganga

Chennai- In a tragic incident near Kummangudi, close to Kundrakkudi in Sivaganga district, at least 12 people were killed and more than 40 injured after two Tamil Nadu government buses collided head-on on Sunday evening.

Indian Navy Receives Taragiri, a New Warship Capable of Carrying BrahMos Missiles

Mumbai: The Indian Navy has taken delivery of Taragiri, the fourth ship of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A), equipped to carry the powerful BrahMos ship-to-ship missile. The vessel was handed over in Mumbai on Friday, marking another major step toward…

Cyclone Ditwah Disrupts Life in Ramanathapuram, Rail Services Suspended

Chennai: Cyclone Ditwah swept through Tamil Nadu’s Ramanathapuram coast on Saturday, bringing high tides, strong winds, and steady rain that severely disrupted daily life, halted transport services, damaged fishing equipment, and forced the…

Shooting Fallout: President Trump Announces Plan to Halt Migration from ‘Third World’ Nations

New Delhi — Days after an Afghan national allegedly opened fire on two National Guard members near the White House, US President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping new immigration plan, declaring that he intends to “permanently…

India Ranks Third in Asia Power Index 2025, Behind Only US and China

New Delhi — India has secured the third position in the Asia Power Index 2025, trailing only behind the United States and China, according to a new report released by the globally recognised Australia-based think tank, the Lowy Institute.

Jharkhand HC Criticizes Govt for Delay in Responding to Surya Hansda Encounter Case

Ranchi – The Jharkhand High Court on Friday expressed strong disapproval of the state government’s delay in submitting its response to a criminal writ petition demanding a CBI investigation into the alleged fake encounter of tribal leader…