A survey commissioned by the Karnataka  government has revealed a high level of public confidence in Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and the conduct of elections, setting off a fresh political confrontation between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress. The findings have assumed significance as they directly intersect with opposition allegations of electoral manipulation following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Rahul Gandhi alleged voter fraud during his press co

The Government of India has approved a significant upgrade of the Tezpur Air Force Station (AFS) in Assam , marking another decisive step in strengthening the country’s defence posture along its eastern borders. The decision, formalised through a gazette notification dated December 30, 2025, authorises the acquisition of 382.82 acres of private land in Bokajan village of Sonitpur district to expand and modernise the base. The upgraded infrastructure will support the deploymen

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  has raised serious concerns over what he described as an alarming rise of “white-collar terrorism” in the country. Speaking at the 104th foundation day celebrations of Bhupal Nobles’ University in Udaipur, Singh  cautioned that terrorism is no longer confined to conventional profiles and has begun to penetrate educated and professional circles. His remarks reflect a growing unease within security agencies about the evolving nature of ex

India will not hesitate to defend its citizens if neighbouring countries continue to support terrorism, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar  said, underlining a clear red line in India’s foreign and security policy. Speaking at an interaction with students at IIT Madras, Jaishankar  stated that while India values peaceful and cooperative relations in its neighbourhood, such goodwill cannot extend to states that deliberately and persistently promote terror. His remarks rei

India marked a significant milestone in its defence modernisation journey on December 31, 2025, with the successful test launch of two indigenously developed Pralay missiles off the coast of Odisha . Conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO), the test involved a salvo launch, with both missiles fired in quick succession from the same mobile launcher at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur. The exercise formed part of user evaluation trials and c

The Republic Day Parade 2026, scheduled for January 26 on Kartavya Path in New Delhi, promises to be an event of historic significance. For the first time in the parade’s long tradition, a specially curated animal contingent of the Indian Army’s Remount & Veterinary Corps (RVC) will march alongside the military and cultural displays. This unprecedented inclusion reflects a deep recognition of the vital roles that animals have played in India’s defence operations and frontier

The Indian Army has undertaken a significant initiative to strengthen grassroots security in Jammu and Kashmir’s Chenab  Valley by training Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in Doda district. Around 150 local volunteers, including women, drawn from 17 remote villages along the Doda–Chamba border are being trained to protect their communities in a region marked by difficult terrain and persistent security challenges. The programme reflects a growing emphasis on community participa

After more than four years of frozen engagement and military tension along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), India and China  have begun a cautious process of rebuilding their bilateral relationship in 2025. While deep mistrust remains, recent diplomatic, political, and economic moves indicate a shared recognition that prolonged hostility between Asia’s two largest powers is neither sustainable nor desirable. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake

India has crossed a historic milestone by overtaking Japan to become the fourth-largest economy in the world, with its nominal gross domestic product estimated at around $4.18 trillion. This achievement places India behind only the United States , China , and Germany , underscoring the country’s rapid economic ascent and growing influence in global economic affairs. The development reflects a decisive shift in global economic rankings, driven by India’s sustained growth, demo

India has achieved a significant milestone in its journey toward defence self-reliance with the successful maiden test of the Long-Range Pinaka  Guided Rocket (LRGR-120). Conducted from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha , the test validated India’s ability to strike targets with precision at a range of 120 kilometres, strengthening the Indian Army’s long-range artillery capabilities. The successful trial underscores India’s growing confidence in indigenous weap

As West Bengal  steadily moves towards the 2026 Assembly elections, the political temperature in the state has begun to rise sharply. Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s  recent visit to Kolkata marked a decisive moment in the Bharatiya Janata Party’s campaign, with illegal infiltration emerging as a central theme. Shah’s  remarks were not merely electoral rhetoric; they were positioned as a warning and a promise, aimed at redefining governance, security, and political accountabi

India is taking a decisive step toward reshaping its technological future by committing to the democratisation of artificial intelligence infrastructure. Through a newly released government white paper, the country has outlined a long-term vision to expand access to high-performance computing, quality datasets, and advanced AI  models. The initiative reflects India’s broader ambition to ensure that AI innovation is not limited to a handful of large corporations but becomes a

In a grim development in Bangladesh , another Hindu man has been killed in Bhaluka upazila of Mymensingh district, less than two weeks after the brutal lynching of Dipu Chandra Das. The latest victim, Bajendra Biswas, a 40-year-old security guard at a garment factory, was shot dead inside his workplace on December 30, 2025. Authorities have arrested a colleague, Noman Mia, who allegedly fired the gun. While initial reports suggest the shot occurred during an interaction, inve

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  on Tuesday described 2025 as a landmark year of transformative reforms for India, asserting that the nation has firmly “boarded the Reform Express” and made extraordinary strides in reshaping its economic and governance architecture. According to the Prime Minister, reforms this year have not been isolated policy tweaks, but substantial structural shifts spanning taxation, labour laws, business regulations, trade and more — positioning India at t

The year 2025 emerged as a landmark chapter in India’s modern journey, marked by visible progress across security, diplomacy, sports, science, culture, and economic development. Reflecting on the year during the final episode of Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi  stated that India’s influence and presence were felt “everywhere” throughout 2025. His remarks captured a year in which India not only strengthened itself domestically but also asserted its position as a con

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  will inaugurate the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in February, marking a major milestone in India’s growing leadership in the global artificial intelligence ecosystem. Hosted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the IndiaAI Mission, the summit will take place at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, and is expected to draw unprecedented international participation from governments, industry leaders, innovators and civil soc

India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has firmly rejected Pakistan’s  recent remarks questioning the treatment of religious minorities in India, calling the allegations baseless and politically motivated. The response came after Pakistan’s  Foreign Office spokesperson made statements urging the international community to take note of what Islamabad described as incidents targeting minorities in India. Responding to these claims, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Indi

In a decisive move aimed at strengthening national security and accelerating military modernisation, the Government of India has approved defence procurement proposals worth approximately ₹79,000 crore. The clearance was granted by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , marking one of the most substantial defence approvals in recent years. The decision reflects India’s intent to enhance its combat readiness across land, sea, and air

India’s economic transformation over the past decade has placed it firmly on a trajectory toward becoming one of the most influential economies in the world. According to international economic projections, India is expected to emerge as the third-largest global economy by 2030, with a nominal gross domestic product estimated at $7.3 trillion. This rise reflects a sustained growth momentum that is reshaping global economic rankings and shifting the balance of economic power t

India’s industrial sector delivered a strong performance in November, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) expanding by 6.7% year-on-year, marking the fastest growth in nearly two years. The sharp rise reflects a clear recovery in industrial momentum after a subdued October and highlights improving conditions in key segments of the economy. Data released by the National Statistics Office indicates that the revival was broad-based, led primarily by manufacturing and s