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During his visit to Germany, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed concern over the declining manufacturing sector in India, emphasizing the need to boost production to strengthen the country’s economy. In a video shared by Congress leader Alok Sharma, Rahul Gandhi recounted his visit to a BMW factory, saying, “We visited the BMW factory, and it was an excellent experience. I was particularly pleased to see the 450cc TVS bikes being manufactured here. I believe they will perform very well. It was also heartening to see the Indian flag flying proudly here.” He added, “India needs to focus on production. Manufacturing is the key to any country’s success. Our manufacturing sector is shrinking when it should be growing.” Warm Reception at Berlin Airport Prior to the factory visit,...

After months of speculation over the next national president of the BJP, the party surprised many by appointing 45-year-old Nitin Naveen as its new Executive President, sidelining several prominent leaders who were widely expected to be contenders. Sign of Generational Change Nitin Naveen’s appointment has drawn attention across the country. While not entirely unknown, Naveen’s reputation was largely confined to Bihar, though he also served as BJP’s in-charge for Chhattisgarh during the 2023 Assembly elections, overseeing booth-level operations. His rise reflects BJP’s continued emphasis on merit and organizational capability over seniority or public profile. This move aligns with a pattern the party has followed since 2014: leadership selections at the state and national level—wh...

New Delhi: India is set to bring major reforms in its nuclear energy sector with the introduction of the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill 2025 in the Lok Sabha. The bill aims to liberalize the civilian nuclear sector, ending government monopoly and overhauling existing regulations. Once passed, the SHANTI Bill will repeal both the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010. Key Significance of SHANTI Bill The SHANTI Bill is seen as a game-changer for India’s nuclear power landscape, potentially allowing foreign investment and partnerships in the civilian nuclear sector. Currently, India is seeking international collaboration to expand its nuclear capacity, especially to provide baseload pow...

New Delhi: During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully intercepted and destroyed a Pakistani AWACS aircraft from a distance of 314 kilometers using the S-400 ‘Triumph’ missile system. The action, hailed as a world-record for a long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) kill, was confirmed by Moscow-based security strategist Alexey Mikhailov Petrenko, who described the operation as technically precise and fully consistent with the capabilities of the S-400 system. Operation Details IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh stated that the 40N6E missile was fired from an S-400 unit stationed in Punjab, targeting the Sab 2000 ‘Eri’ AWACS aircraft of the Pakistan Air Force flying over Dinga in Punjab province. Petrenko noted that the strike aligned with proven S-400...

New Delhi: India has formally summoned Bangladesh High Commissioner M. Riaz Hamidullah to the Ministry of External Affairs following threatening remarks made by a Bangladeshi political leader against India. The move comes amid concerns over the safety of India’s High Commissioner in Dhaka and rising tensions after provocative statements were made about India’s northeastern states. Controversial Remarks by Bangladeshi Leader According to reports, Hasnat Abdullah, leader of the National Citizen Party in Bangladesh, addressed a rally at Dhaka Central’s Shaheed Minar on Monday. In his speech, he threatened that Bangladesh could provide refuge to India-opposing separatist forces and assist in efforts to separate the “Seven Sisters” states—Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizo...

New Delhi:In a move to enhance the safety of sleeper bus passengers, the Indian government is preparing to restrict manufacturing of sleeper buses to major companies such as Volvo, Mercedes, Tata, Ashok Leyland, and Isuzu. Local bus body builders and smaller vendors may soon be barred from producing sleeper buses under the new plan. High-Level Meeting Chaired by Minister Nitin Gadkari Sources reveal that a high-level meeting, chaired by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, was recently held to review incidents involving sleeper buses during 2024-25. Particular attention was given to five major accidents that occurred between 14 and 28 October, highlighting the urgency of stricter safety measures. Demand-Supply Considerations The government is also asses...

New Delhi:A political storm has erupted over former Maharashtra Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan’s comments on Operation Sindoor, in which he claimed that India had effectively lost on the very first day. BJP leaders have strongly criticized the statement, accusing Congress of disrespecting the Indian Armed Forces. BJP Hits Back Speaking to ANI, BJP national spokesperson Shahzad Poonawala said, “Disrespecting the armed forces has become a hallmark of the Congress party. This is not just Prithviraj Chavan’s statement; Rahul Gandhi has made similar remarks before. Such statements reflect the mindset of Congress, which fails to take action against its leaders. This exposes the party’s anti-army mentality.” Union Minister Giriraj Singh added that no one has ...