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Watch: Diljit Dosanjh-PM Modi pay musical tribute to Guru Nanak
In a recent interaction, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh and praised him as "a combination of talent and tradition."
'Sorry, sir'—Hansal Mehta says he owes Manmohan Singh an apology
Bollywood director Hansal Mehta has mourned the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.
Netflix renews LGBTQ+ series amid Japan's same-sex marriage debate
Netflix has renewed its groundbreaking Japanese reality series, The Boyfriend, for a second season.
Biden 'closely monitoring' Bangladesh situation amid rising violence against Hindus
United States President Joe Biden is closely monitoring the escalating violence against religious and ethnic minorities in Bangladesh, the White House has said.
Where is Assad? Confusion as his flight disappears from radar
An aircraft, believed to be carrying Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, went off the radar on Sunday.
'Eagerly waiting...': Manipur opposition writes to PM Modi for visit
The opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc in Manipur has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to visit the state.
CJI Sanjiv Khanna recuses himself from CEC's appointment case
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has recused himself from hearing petitions challenging a law that excludes the CJI from the panel responsible for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners.
Ready to 'engage' with Musk: Albanese on social media ban
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said that he is open to discussing the country's new social media legislation with Elon Musk.
'Those who consider power as birthright...': PM Modi slams opposition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a scathing attack on the opposition parties, accusing them of spreading propaganda against the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance.
No Waqf Bill this winter session, JPC to seek extension
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, will seek an extension to submit its report.
'Judiciary not here to perform opposition's role...': Ex-CJI Chandrachud
Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has emphasized the separate functions of the judiciary and political opposition in a democracy.
Bangladesh's interim government mulls banning Sheikh Hasina's party
The interim government of Bangladesh, headed by Muhammad Yunus, is torn between banning the Awami League from politics and elections.
PM Modi pays tribute to Indira Gandhi on birth anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her 107th birth anniversary.
Past governments overlooked tribal contributions in freedom struggle: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday slammed past Congress-led governments for ignoring the sacrifices of India's tribal communities in the freedom struggle.
UK PM's Diwali party with alcohol, meat 'offends' British Hindus
United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Diwali celebration at 10 Downing Street has sparked controversy over alcohol and meat on the menu.
'Will never compromise even on...inch of land': Modi on Diwali
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his government's pledge to protect India's territorial integrity at a Diwali celebration with security forces in Kachchh, Gujarat, on Thursday.
'India supports dialogue, diplomacy...not war': PM Modi at BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reiterated India's commitment to dialogue and diplomacy over war at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia.
Pakistan: Over million children miss polio vaccine as cases surge
Polio is re-emerging in Pakistan, with over a million children missing their vaccinations last month.
'Imposing Hindi everywhere': MK Stalin to governor amid anthem row
In a long post on X, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has accused Governor RN Ravi of vilifying the Dravidian race and trying to "impose Hindi everywhere."
PM Internship Scheme 2024 application process: A step-by-step guide
The Prime Minister's Internship Scheme has officially started accepting applications from young aspirants across India.
What is the Samsung workers strike in Chennai about
Over 1,500 striking workers at the Samsung Electronics factory in southern India have turned down a settlement offer made by the company.
Italy to issue 10,000 additional migrant work visas for caregivers
In response to a growing need for caregivers, Italy's government has announced plans to issue an additional 10,000 migrant work visas in 2025.
'Clear-cut case of extortion': Complainant attacks Sitharaman over electoral bonds
Co-President of Janaadhikaara Sangharsha Parishath (JSP), Adarsh Iyer, who filed a complaint against Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and other Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders, claimed that they misused their power to shake down companies for money.
'What did Congress do?': Modi invokes surgical strike at rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a blistering attack on the Congress Party, accusing it of being the most deceitful and dishonest party in the country.
Japan could get first woman or youngest-ever PM on Friday
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) will hold a leadership vote on Friday, which could result in the country's first female or youngest-ever prime minister.
Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage, law effective from 2025
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn has officially signed a landmark marriage equality bill into law, granting same-sex couples the right to legally wed.
Trump says he'll meet Modi during in US next week
Former United States President Donald Trump has announced that he will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the latter's upcoming visit to the United States.
Deceased Odisha officer gets crowd control duty for Modi's event
In a significant oversight, the Odisha government assigned a deceased officer, Prabodha Kumar Rout, to manage crowd control during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bhubaneswar.
After dumping husband on Insta, Dubai princess launches perfume 'Divorce'
Sheikha Mahra Al Maktoum, the daughter of Dubai's ruler, has launched a new perfume line named Divorce under her brand Mahra M1. The fragrance is a direct reference to her recent high-profile divorce.
'Youngsters without political background entering politics will strengthen democracy': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his monthly Mann Ki Baat broadcast on Sunday, said his Independence Day call for one lakh youth without political backgrounds to join politics has received widespread response.
Why Red Fort is venue for PM's Independence Day speech
Every year, on August 15, the Prime Minister of India hoists the national flag and addresses the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort in Delhi.
'My father, other martyrs grossly insulted': Sheikh Hasina on ouster
Deposed Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has spoken out for the first time since her ouster and subsequent escape from the country.
Bangladesh: Statue depicting Pakistan's 1971 surrender vandalized
A statue in Bangladesh, which depicted the surrender of the Pakistan Army in the 1971 war, was recently vandalized.
Bangladesh chief justice resigns after protesters give ultimatum, surround court
Bangladesh Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan has reportedly decided to resign after hundreds of protesters surrounded the Supreme Court premises in Dhaka on Saturday.
Kangana's 'Emergency' trailer will play before John's 'Vedaa'
The trailer for Kangana Ranaut's much-anticipated movie, Emergency, will be screened alongside the John Abraham and Sharvari starrer Vedaa.
Ahead of Independence Day, Modi changes profile picture to Tricolor
Ahead of Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reignited the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign by replacing his profile picture on social media platforms with the Indian Tricolor.
Hindu musician's home set ablaze amid Bangladesh political unrest
The residence of renowned Hindu musician Rahul Ananda was looted and torched by an irate mob in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
'Stop bullshitting me': Furious Biden scolds Netanyahu during phone call
United States President Joe Biden reportedly lashed out at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call on Thursday.
Israel-Hezbollah tensions escalate after 12 kids killed in rocket strike
A rocket strike claimed the lives of 12 children in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights—escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, .
Retrieve Netaji's remains by August 18: Grandnephew appeals to PM
Chandra Kumar Bose, grandnephew of freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose, has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to repatriate Netaji's remains from Japan's Renkoji temple by August 18.