On October 18, 2025, India achieved a major milestone in defense manufacturing with the inauguration of the BrahMos  Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , alongside Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath , flagged off the first batch of BrahMos  supersonic cruise missiles from this state-of-the-art facility. This event marks a significant step in India’s ongoing efforts to achieve self-reliance in defense technology unde

India is entering a transformative phase in nuclear innovation with the development of compact nuclear reactors aimed at powering both industrial facilities and ships. The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is spearheading the creation of two Bharat Small Modular Reactors (BSMR) — one with a capacity of 55 MW and another of 200 MW. These small modular reactors (SMRs) are envisioned as a vital part of India’s strategy to enhance clean energy generation and reduce dependence

As the sacred festival of Deepavali illuminates homes across Bharat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s  heartfelt letter to citizens captures the soul of a nation that has risen — from centuries of struggle to the dawn of self-confidence and unity. This is not just another festival; it is the second Diwali after the consecration of the grand Ram Temple  in Ayodhya  — a moment that symbolizes India reclaiming its civilizational pride. PM Modi’s  message resonates deeply with the

In a remarkable display of courage and precision, the Indian government has recognized nine Indian Air Force (IAF) officers with the Vir Chakra, the nation’s third-highest wartime gallantry award, for their pivotal roles in Operation Sindoor . Launched on May 7, 2025, this operation was a decisive response to the Pahalgam terror attack, which tragically claimed 26 lives. Through strategic airstrikes deep into Pakistani territory, the IAF successfully neutralized nine terroris

During her official visit to Kerala on October 22, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu  experienced an unexpected incident when her helicopter’s wheels sank into a freshly poured helipad at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Pramadam, Pathanamthitta district. The Mi-17 helicopter, operated by the Indian Air Force, had been redirected from its original landing site near Nilackal due to adverse weather conditions, forcing a last-minute landing on the newly constructed temporary heli

India’s economic story over the past decade has been one of resilience, strategic planning, and remarkable growth. Once categorized as part of the “Fragile Five” in 2013—a group of emerging economies facing serious financial vulnerabilities—India has now emerged as one of the world’s top five economies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi  has consistently highlighted this transformation, emphasizing the nation’s self-reliance, confidence, and forward-looking approach across all sec

The political discourse between India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition Congress Party took a sharp turn when Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi  was “frightened of Trump.” This remark followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s  claim that India had agreed to halt its purchase of Russian oil, a sensitive international topic that brought India-U.S. relations into focus. Mary Millben with Prime Minister Modi | India Today M

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi  welcomed Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya to New Delhi in a significant diplomatic engagement aimed at reinforcing the historic and multifaceted relationship between the two neighboring nations. This official visit highlighted a shared commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation, particularly in addressing the welfare of fishermen—a sensitive and longstanding issue in the India-Sri Lanka maritime context. Prime Minister Naren

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  recently emphasized the critical role of India’s rivers in the nation’s development, stating, “India’s rivers are not just symbols of heritage, they are highways of progress!” Highlighting both heritage and economic potential, the Prime Minister called attention to the revival of traditional waterways as vital corridors for trade, tourism, and sustainable growth. Image from DD News Reviving Traditional Waterways Historically, India’s rivers serve

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari  has announced that India’s logistics costs are set to drop to single digits—below 10% of GDP—by December 2025 or early 2026. The minister credited this achievement to India’s expanding network of expressways, economic corridors, and digital logistics systems. According to studies by IIT Chennai, IIT Kanpur, and IIM Bangalore, the country has already reduced logistics costs from 16% to around 10%. Gadkari noted that

On October 17, 2025, India marked a significant milestone in its defence sector with the successful maiden flight of the Tejas Mk1A  fighter aircraft from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s  (HAL) facility in Nashik. The event was attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh , who also inaugurated HAL’s third production line for the Tejas and the second line for the Hindustan Turbo Trainer (HTT)-40, underscoring India’s growing commitment to self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

On October 15, 2025, a violent incident unfolded near the India-Bangladesh  border in Tripura's  Bidyabil village, leaving three Bangladeshi nationals dead. According to India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the group had crossed approximately three kilometers into Indian territory with the intention of stealing cattle. During the confrontation, the assailants attacked local villagers with iron dahs and knives, tragically killing one villager. When authorities arrived,

Union Home Minister Amit Shah , during his three-day visit to Bihar  ahead of the upcoming assembly elections, sharply criticized the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav's promise of providing government jobs to every family in the state. Addressing a public gathering in Patna , Shah  questioned the financial feasibility of such an ambitious scheme, highlighting the challenges in financing it. He emphasized that while the ruling alliance of Nitish Kumar's Janata

Ayodhya , the sacred birthplace of Lord Ram , is all set to make history this Diwali with the inauguration of the world’s first Ramayana-themed wax museum. The museum is scheduled to open during the ninth edition of Deepotsav 2025 and will be inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh  Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath , further elevating the city’s spiritual and cultural significance. World's first Ramayan wax museum in Ayodhya: Each statue has been crafted with fine detail, from attire and

In a significant address at the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave held in New Delhi, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar  emphasized the urgent need for comprehensive reform of the United Nations. Highlighting that the UN still reflects the geopolitical realities of 1945 rather than those of 2025, Jaishankar  warned that without meaningful adaptation, the organization risks losing its relevance and credibility on the global stage.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah  has outlined a comprehensive strategy to bolster India's efforts in repatriating fugitives and ensuring they face justice within the country. Speaking at the Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) conference on "Extradition of Fugitives: Challenges and Strategies," Shah  emphasized the need for a coordinated and robust approach to address the growing concerns related to economic offenders, cyber criminals, and individuals involved in terrorism

India and Brazil  have taken a decisive step toward expanding their bilateral trade partnership, reaffirming their commitment to deepen economic cooperation through the Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) under MERCOSUR. The announcement was made during the India-Brazil  Business Dialogue in New Delhi, led by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal  and Brazil’s Vice President Geraldo Alckmin. Vice president of Brazil Geraldo Alckmin and India's minister of commerce and in

India has issued a strong and unequivocal response to Pakistan’s  recent allegations linking New Delhi to the ongoing border clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan . During a weekly press briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal dismissed the claims as part of Pakistan’s “old habit” of deflecting blame for its internal turmoil onto neighboring countries. Jaiswal made it clear that India had no role in the escalating tensions and instead unde

On October 15, 2025, the Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport officially recommended Ahmedabad  as the proposed host city for the 2030 Commonwealth Games . This decision followed an extensive evaluation process, which compared Ahmedabad with Abuja, Nigeria , considering aspects such as technical delivery, athlete experience, infrastructure, governance, and alignment with the values of Commonwealth Sport. The recommendation marks a significant step in India’s journey to hosti

India has taken a major step in deepening defence ties with Brazil  by proposing the supply of its indigenous Akash  surface-to-air missile system. This initiative was discussed during high-level talks between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  and Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin in New Delhi on October 15, 2025. Brazilian Defence Minister José Múcio Monteiro Filho also participated in the discussions, emphasizing both nations’ commitment to expanding military co