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New Delhi: A delegation from the Chinese Communist Party (CPC) visited India on Monday, holding high-profile meetings first at the BJP headquarters and then at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) headquarters in Delhi. These interactions come after nearly five years of strained relations following the violent clashes in the Galwan Valley in June 2020, marking a significant step in diplomatic and political dialogue between the two parties. Meeting with BJP Leaders The six-member CPC delegation, led by Vice Minister Sun Haiyan of the CPC’s International Department, met with BJP national leaders at the party headquarters in Delhi. The meeting focused on strengthening inter-party communication and dialogue between the BJP and CPC. BJP General Secretary Arun Singh shared photos and deta...

New Delhi: Addressing the ninth convocation of Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan emphasized that debate, discussion, dissent, and even disagreement are critical components of a healthy democracy. However, he stressed that such processes must ultimately lead to decisions, and collective will is necessary to implement them effectively. Key Highlights from the Speech Radhakrishnan urged graduating students to dedicate their knowledge and skills to national service. Reflecting on the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, he highlighted that education should extend beyond degrees to character building, intellectual growth, and empowerment, enabling students to become self-reliant. He also referred to India’s rich educational heritage, mentioning ancient cen...

New Delhi: It is not the first time that an ISRO PSLV mission has failed. On Monday morning at 10:18 AM, the PSLV-C62 rocket launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, suffered a technical glitch, resulting in the failure to deploy its satellites. This marks the second consecutive PSLV mission failure, following the PSLV-C61 mission on May 18, 2025, which failed during the third stage while attempting to place the EOS-09 satellite into orbit. Details of the PSLV-C62 Mission The PSLV-C62/EOS-N1 mission was the 105th launch from Sriharikota, the 64th flight of the PSLV rocket, and the fifth flight of the PSLV-DL variant. The mission carried India’s EOS-N1 satellite (Anvesha) for Earth observation, along with 14 co-passenger satellites developed by startups and academic ...

New Delhi: The Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) PSLV-C62 mission ended in failure on Monday, as a technical glitch in the rocket’s third stage prevented the successful deployment of 16 satellites. This marks the second consecutive setback for PSLV within nine months, raising questions about the launch vehicle’s reliability. The mission, which carried satellites critical for strategic, diplomatic, and commercial purposes, suffered a failure just minutes after liftoff when the third stage experienced an anomaly. The primary payload, DRDO’s EOS-N1 (Anvesha), equipped with a hyperspectral imaging system, was intended to enhance India’s military capabilities in space. Third-Stage Anomaly Confirmed ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan explained that the rocket performed flawlessly up t...

New Delhi: India finds itself navigating a complex energy dilemma, caught between continuing purchases of Russian crude oil and facing potential tariffs from the United States. As global geopolitics increasingly influence energy trade, India’s oil imports have become a focal point of strategic concern. Following signals from Washington that countries importing Russian crude may face severe restrictions, India’s energy strategy has come under scrutiny. While the U.S. has offered Venezuela as an alternative crude supplier to India, Prime Minister Donald Trump has also threatened 500% tariffs on nations, including India, that continue buying Russian oil. Additionally, a 25% tariff on trade with Iran, where India is a major partner, has also been announced. U.S. Pressures India Over Oil ...

New Delhi: North India continues to reel under severe cold and dense fog, with temperatures plummeting close to freezing in several districts of Rajasthan and Haryana. Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are also experiencing harsh winter conditions. The Meteorological Department has issued a rain warning for three northern states, adding to the chill. People have been advised to stay cautious as temperatures are expected to drop further. Additionally, a severe cold wave alert has been issued for 17 districts. In Delhi, temperatures may dip to 2°C, accompanied by winds blowing at 10–15 km/h in the morning. Rain and Snow Alert in Himachal, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh The Meteorological Department has forecast rainfall and snow over the coming week in Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, ...

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has issued notices to the Central Government and the Election Commission, seeking a response on a petition challenging the validity of a law that grants lifetime immunity to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners (ECs) from civil and criminal action for acts performed while in office. Supreme Court Bench Seeks Examination Hearing the petition, a bench led by Chief Justice Suryakant remarked, “We would like to examine this matter closely and are issuing notice.” The petition challenges a specific provision in the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service, and Tenure) Bill, 2023, which purportedly protects the CEC and ECs from legal accountability for official ac...

New Delhi: In the midst of ongoing tariff disputes, India has received a positive signal regarding U.S.-India relations. Sergio Gaur, the new U.S. Ambassador to India, has indicated that President Donald Trump is expected to visit India in the near future. Trump and Modi’s Strong Friendship Ambassador Gaur highlighted the close relationship between President Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He stated that their friendship is genuine, emphasizing, “I have traveled extensively with President Trump and can personally vouch for the depth of their bond. True friends may disagree, but they ultimately resolve differences.” Referring to Trump’s previous visit to India, Gaur said, “President Trump spoke fondly of India and his deep friendship with the great Prime Minister. I expect ...