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New Delhi, January 13:Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday criticized the central government over its attempt to block the release of Tamil actor Vijay’s film ‘Jan Nayakan’, calling it an attack on Tamil culture. He asserted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will never succeed in silencing the voices of the Tamil people. The remarks came a day after the producers of ‘Jan Nayakan’ challenged a Madras High Court interim order in the Supreme Court. The single-judge bench of the Madras High Court had previously stayed an earlier order directing the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to immediately grant the film a censor certificate. This created uncertainty over the release of Vijay’s film, which is being promoted as his final cinematic project before fully entering politics. ...

New Delhi, January 13:AIMIM chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday raised questions about the RSS’s role in India’s independence movement, claiming that its founder Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar was jailed not for opposing British rule, but for supporting the Khilafat Movement, a purely religious movement led by Indian Muslims. Speaking at a rally in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, ahead of municipal elections, Owaisi criticized the RSS and the BJP, alleging that they promote a Hindutva agenda while distorting historical facts. He questioned, “Is there any RSS leader who was jailed while fighting the British?” Hedgewar and the Khilafat Movement Owaisi pointed out that while the RSS claims that Hedgewar went to jail for nationalist activities, he was actually impr...

New Delhi, January 13:In a significant win for gig economy workers, AAP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the central government after it decided to remove the controversial ‘10-minute delivery’ branding from quick-commerce platforms such as Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy, and Zomato. The move comes amid growing concerns over the pressure and safety risks faced by delivery riders. A Much-Needed Step for Worker Safety Chadha, who has been actively raising the voices of gig workers, said the government’s decision was timely and necessary. “Satyamev Jayate! Together, we have achieved a victory. I am deeply grateful to the Centre for its decisive and compassionate intervention to remove the ‘10-minute delivery’ branding,” he wrote on social media platform X (formerly...

New Delhi, January 13:Ahead of Army Day on January 15, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi delivered a strong and unambiguous message to Pakistan, stating that Operation Sindoor is not over yet and that the Indian Army remains fully prepared to respond decisively to any provocation. Addressing a press conference, General Dwivedi revealed that during Operation Sindoor, conducted in May, the Indian Army was not only executing precision strikes but was also fully prepared for ground operations inside Pakistan. “We were waiting for just one mistake from Pakistan. Our tanks and ground forces were ready to move in,” the Army Chief said. Ground Action Was a Real Option General Dwivedi disclosed that during the operation, Indian armed forces had targeted multiple terrorist camps a...

In a major boost to India’s defence capabilities and the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has successfully developed ramjet-based artillery shells that significantly enhance the range and effectiveness of existing artillery systems without compromising their destructive power. According to officials, the new technology increases the range of conventional artillery shells by up to 50 percent, allowing Indian Army guns to strike targets as far as 70 kilometres away. Notably, this advancement does not require the induction of new guns or weapon platforms, making it a cost-effective and strategic upgrade for the armed forces. During trials, the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) demonstrated a remarkable increase in range from 40 km ...

New Delhi: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has delivered a strong message to Pakistan, stating that India’s military is fully prepared to respond to any aggression along the India-Pakistan and India-China borders. Speaking at his first press conference of 2026, General Dwivedi emphasized that Operation Sindur, launched last May in response to terrorist attacks in Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), demonstrated India’s capability, coordination, and readiness for ground action. He warned that even American support will not save Pakistan from India’s defensive and offensive capabilities. Operation Sindur: A Model of Joint Force Coordination General Dwivedi described Operation Sindur as a prime example of inter-service coordination, carried out with clear ...

New Delhi: The unfolding situation in the Shaksgam Valley is a stark reminder of the historical deception India faces from China, enabled by Pakistan. The valley, legally part of India, has been under illegal Chinese control, following an arrangement that Pakistan had no right to make. Experts describe this “gift” from Pakistan as a festering wound in India’s northern frontier. The 1963 ‘Illegal Gift’ In 1963, Pakistan signed a border agreement with China, now referred to as the China-Pakistan Boundary Agreement, handing over control of the Shaksgam Valley. However, India never recognized this move. The valley had been illegally occupied by Pakistan after 1948, yet the 1963 deal attempted to transfer sovereignty to China—despite Pakistan having no legal claim. India maintains that Sh...

New Delhi: The United States has once again highlighted its diplomatic double standards. Earlier, former President Donald Trump withdrew the US from the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA), citing it as an unnecessary international organization. Now, the US is inviting India to join its new strategic initiative, Pax Silica, aimed at securing and strengthening global technology and mineral supply chains. What is Pax Silica? Announced on December 12, 2025, Pax Silica focuses on critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, AI infrastructure, logistics, and associated technologies. Key members already include Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the Netherlands, the UK, UAE, Israel, and Australia. Modern technologies such as AI, 5G, data centers, robotics, and semicon...

New Delhi: Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has issued a firm warning to Pakistan regarding drone activity near the Line of Control (LoC), following recent sightings of Pakistani drones. He confirmed that the matter was discussed at the DGMO (Director General of Military Operations) level, and India conveyed a strict message to its neighbor. Drone Activity and India’s Response Speaking on Tuesday, General Dwivedi clarified that the drones observed are small, defensive drones used for surveillance, and that the Indian Army is actively enhancing its own drone capabilities. He noted that the army is reviewing deployments along the LAC and LoC to ensure rapid forward mobilization whenever necessary. The DGMO-level discussions did not involve nuclear issues, the Army Chief con...