At the annual conference of Directors General and Inspectors General of Police in Raipur on November 28, 2025, Union Home Minister Amit Shah  made a striking announcement. He stated that India is on track to become completely free of Naxalism  before the next DGP/IGP meeting. This declaration reflects the government’s long-term strategy of combining sustained security operations with focused development initiatives and crackdowns on networks that sustain extremism. Shah  emph

India has finalized a major defence agreement with the United States, signing Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) worth ₹7,995 crore to provide long-term sustainment and logistical support for the Indian Navy’s MH-60R Seahawk helicopters. Announced on 28 November 2025, this five-year arrangement marks a significant step in strengthening India’s maritime capabilities and deepening the strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington. Indian Navy helicopters (Photo:...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  marked a historic moment in Goa  on 28 November 2025 by unveiling a magnificent 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Rama at the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math in Canacona. The event formed the centerpiece of the Math’s monumental 550th-year celebrations, drawing thousands of devotees, spiritual leaders, and visitors from across India. PM Modi unveils 77-feet Lord Ram statue in Goa | India Today Honouring 550 Years of Spiritual and Cultu

In a historic gathering at Udupi on 28 November 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi  addressed over one lakh devotees during the “Laksha Kantha Gita Parayana,” a mass recitation of the Bhagavad Gita. Modiji  invoked the Sanskrit maxim “Dharmo Rakshati Rakshitaha” — “Dharma protects those who protect it” — linking spiritual duty to the country’s contemporary approach to national security. He framed India’s modern governance and strategic posture as rooted in civilisational prin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s  announcement to allow private companies into India’s nuclear power sector marks one of the most transformative policy shifts in decades. The declaration, made during the inauguration of Skyroot Aerospace’s  “Infinity Campus” in Hyderabad, signals a break from nearly sixty years of strict state monopoly over nuclear energy. It also reflects India’s broader strategy of combining technological innovation with long-term energy security, industrial

India and the United Arab Emirates  are entering a renewed phase of economic cooperation, setting an ambitious target of USD 100 billion in non-oil trade within the next few years. This target marks a significant evolution from earlier goals and signals a deeper strategic alignment shaped by the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). With rising trade volumes, empowered institutions, and growing regulatory coordination, both nations are preparing to expand their

A historic moment unfolded on Constitution Day as a bust of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was unveiled at the UNESCO  Headquarters in Paris. The ceremony marked a global acknowledgement of Ambedkar’s contribution to social justice, equality, and human dignity. Installed in the iconic “Pas Perdus Hall,” the statue stands as a symbolic bridge between India’s constitutional vision and UNESCO’s commitment to human rights, cultural advancement, and inclusive development. The unveiling was ca

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s  virtual inauguration of Skyroot Aerospace’s  state-of-the-art “Infinity Campus” in Hyderabad marked far more than the launch of new infrastructure. It symbolised the rise of a new generation that is redefining India’s scientific and technological ambitions. Modiji  praised India’s Gen-Z for their creativity, optimism and capability, noting that whenever new opportunities open up, the nation’s youth are the first to step forward and transform po

As India observed the 17th anniversary of the 2008 Mumbai attacks, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar  reiterated the nation’s uncompromising commitment to fight terrorism in every form. His message, delivered on the solemn occasion of 26/11, underscored that India holds “zero tolerance for terror” and remains determined to pursue justice against every individual involved in the tragedy. Jaishankar’s  tribute acknowledged not only the memory of the victims but also the e

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s  ceremonial hoisting of the saffron Dharma Dhwaj atop the newly completed Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya  marked a defining moment in India’s cultural and religious narrative. The event, performed with elaborate Vedic rituals by 108 priests from across the country, symbolised the culmination of a centuries-long aspiration linked to Lord Ram and the larger civilisational memory of Ayodhya. Modiji  described the ceremony as the fulfillment

On 26 November 2025, India observed the 76ᵗʰ Constitution Day, a moment that commemorates the adoption of the country’s guiding charter. Prime Minister Narendra Modi  addressed the nation through a personal letter, urging citizens to prioritize their constitutional duties alongside their rights. His message emphasized that the path to a developed India — envisioned as “ Viksit Bharat ” by 2047 — is inseparably linked to the active participation and responsibility of every Ind

India has taken a major industrial and strategic leap by approving a ₹7,280-crore scheme aimed at creating a complete domestic ecosystem for manufacturing sintered rare-earth permanent magnets (REPMs). This landmark decision, cleared by the Union Cabinet, seeks to drastically reduce India’s dependence on imported magnets, which currently power crucial sectors such as electric mobility, renewable energy, aerospace, defence, electronics, and medical technology. With global supp

India is on the brink of a significant economic milestone, with projections indicating that the country will surpass $4 trillion in nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the fiscal year 2025-26. Chief Economic Adviser, V. Anantha Nageswaran, emphasized that the country’s robust growth trajectory, driven by domestic demand and policy support, makes this target achievable. At the end of March 2025, India’s GDP stood at approximately $3.9 trillion, signaling that crossing the

India has issued a strong diplomatic protest to China  after an Arunachal Pradesh–born Indian citizen, Prema Wangjom Thongdok, reported that she was unlawfully detained and humiliated by immigration officials at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. The incident, which took place during a transit layover on November 21, has triggered widespread outrage across India and reignited the debate over China’s  continued refusal to recognize Arunachal Pradesh  as part of India. MEA

India is making a determined push to establish itself as a global hub for shipbuilding, combining strategic government initiatives, robust policy support, and growing domestic capabilities. This ambition, championed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , signals the country’s intent to play a significant role in the global maritime industry over the coming decades. Singh said India has the potential to become a global hub for shipbuilding, ship repair and maritime innovation . (

Prime Minister Narendra Modi , speaking in Kurukshetra on the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, reaffirmed India’s firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism. Calling Operation Sindoor  the clearest demonstration of India’s new security doctrine, he declared that “New India neither fears nor bows down to terrorism.” Modiji  emphasised that India continues to advocate universal peace, yet refuses to compromise on national security. The symbolism of delive

India and Afghanistan  have embarked on a renewed path of cooperation, signalling a significant shift in diplomatic and economic engagement after years of limited interaction. The recent high-level meeting between Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal  and Afghanistan’s Industry and Commerce Minister Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi has set the stage for a deeper, more structured economic partnership between the two nations. Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday met with Afghanistan's mi

India’s economic momentum appears to have strengthened in the July–September quarter, with multiple surveys indicating that GDP may have expanded by around 7.3% in Q2 of FY26. This marks one of the strongest quarterly performances among major global economies and surpasses the Reserve Bank of India’s  projection of 7%. A combination of favourable base effects, improved rural activity, and heightened government expenditure seems to be powering the expansion. Indian economy log

The Dhwajarohan ceremony at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya  marked one of the most symbolic moments in India’s contemporary cultural history. Prime Minister Narendra Modi , who hoisted the sacred saffron “Dharma Dhwaj”, described the event as far more than a ritual. He projected it as the embodiment of India’s civilisational revival, a moment that closes centuries of struggle and reaffirms a cultural identity deeply rooted in dharma and spiritual values. PM Modi h

On the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit  in Johannesburg, Prime Minister Narendra Modi  held a crucial bilateral meeting with newly-elected Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. This interaction, their first since she took office in October, reflected the growing importance both nations attach to their Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in defence, innovation, economic security, and the mobility of skilled prof