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

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

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

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

In a landmark development in India’s fight against left-wing extremism, Union Home Minister Amit Shah  announced on October 16, 2025, that the Abujhmarh and North Bastar regions in Chhattisgarh  have been officially declared free from Naxal influence. This declaration follows the surrender of 170 Maoist insurgents and is a significant milestone in the government’s decades-long efforts to combat Naxal violence and promote development in these tribal-dominated regions. Union Ho

In a landmark initiative aimed at strengthening support for ex-servicemen who do not receive pensions, the Indian Ministry of Defence has announced a substantial increase in financial assistance. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  approved a 100% hike in welfare support for non-pensioner ex-servicemen (ESM) and their families. This move, timed ahead of the festive season, is expected to benefit around 20,000 individuals and will entail an annual expenditure of ₹257 crore for the

The Indian government is adopting a new digital strategy by using quick commerce platforms like Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket, and Flipkart Minutes to monitor product prices in real time. This initiative aims to ensure that consumers truly benefit from the recent Goods and Services Tax  (GST) rate cuts. These platforms are also being asked to display savings from the tax reductions directly on their interfaces. One of the sources said that 90 percent of the bene

India is making significant strides to strengthen its digital infrastructure, with Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw , proposing the development of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as a global internet data transfer hub. This initiative aims to relieve the growing congestion in established data hubs like Singapore  and to improve connectivity between India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and other global regions. By leveraging the islands’

On October 14, 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh  addressed the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave held in New Delhi, emphasizing the urgent need for reforms within the United Nations. Singh  pointed out that the current multilateral structures are outdated and increasingly unable to address contemporary global challenges. He warned that without meaningful reform, the UN risks a growing crisis of confidence, undermining its effectiveness i

In a landmark initiative to nurture innovation and problem-solving skills among students, over three lakh schools across India have joined the ‘Viksit Bharat Buildathon’, a nationwide event aimed at promoting creative ideas for nation-building. This collaborative effort, launched under the Ministry of Education’s ‘ Viksit Bharat @2047 ’ vision, encourages students to think beyond classrooms and contribute innovative solutions for a developed India. Over 3 lakh schools join Vi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah  has hailed India’s newly enacted criminal laws as a landmark reform set to transform the country’s legal landscape. Speaking at the inauguration of the exhibition 'Nava Vidhaan – Nyaya Ki Nayi Pehchhan' in Jaipur, Shah  emphasized that these reforms mark a departure from colonial-era legislation and aim to streamline justice delivery across the nation. He highlighted that these laws are already showing improvements in conviction rates and timely

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