Japan: Hiroshima survivors hail PM Modi as champion of global peace
Tokyo, Sep 27 (IANS) Hiroshima atomic bomb survivors on Saturday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his advocacy of world peace and his philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, honouring him with a citation by the Japanese NGO ‘Peace Culture Village’. The recognition came during the observance of ‘Vishwa Seva Pakhwada 2025’ in Japan. A delegation of […]
Russia slams EU reaction to unidentified drones
Moscow, Sep 27 (IANS) The Russian Foreign Ministry official responsible for European Union affairs has criticised the bloc for its “hysteria” over unidentified drones entering its territory, saying the sole aim is to justify an increase in military spending, according to the state-owned RIA Novosti news agency on Saturday. The RIA Novosti report quoted Vladislav […]
Iran recalls Ambassadors to France, Britain, Germany
Tehran, Sep 27 (IANS) Iran has recalled its ambassadors to France, Britain and Germany, collectively known as the E3, following their launch of a mechanism to reinstate international sanctions on Tehran, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday. In a statement, the ministry condemned E3’s decision to trigger the “snapback” mechanism as “irresponsible,” adding that […]
Opportune time for India to exercise strategic realignment
London: US President Donald Trump’s speech at the United Nations earlier this week was a memorable moment in world politics, to say the least. From criticising the UN for being ineffective in “solving any problems” to claiming that European nations are “going to hell” due to their stance on green energy and immigration, the US […]
Working in Bangladesh very difficult, says country’s CEC
Dhaka, Sep 27 (IANS) Bangladesh’s Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin said on Saturday that the Election Commission (EC) is facing significant challenges working in the current situation in the country. Addressing the Election Officers’ Conference-2025 at the Nirbachan Bhaban in Dhaka, Nasir Uddin said that while preparing for the next year’s general elections […]
Home Ministry directs TN govt to submit detailed report on Karur stampede
New Delhi/Chennai, Sep 27 (IANS) The Union Home Ministry has directed the Tamil Nadu government to explain under what circumstances the stampede incident in Karur took place and also provide details about the relief and rescue measures undertaken following the tragedy. At least 36 people lost their lives and around 58 were injured after a […]
Row over Santosh Mitra Square puja: Kolkata Police send notice to light and sound company
Kolkata, Sep 27 (IANS) In a fresh development, Kolkata Police on Saturday issued a notice to the company in charge of the light and sound show at the Santosh Mitra Square puja, which was inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday. The notice has been sent by the Muchipara police station. According to […]
UP CM Yogi Adityanath expresses grief over TN stampede
Lucknow, Sep 27 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic stampede that occurred during a political rally in Tamil Nadu’s Karur on Saturday. The incident, which occurred during Tamil actor-turned-politician Vijay’s campaign for his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), claimed at least 36 lives and left more than […]
BJP leadership maligning image of people from Bihar’s Seemanchal region: Owaisi
Patna, Sep 27 (IANS) AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi launched a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah during a massive rally in Katihar’s Balrampur Assembly constituency, accusing the BJP leadership of maligning the image of people from Bihar’s Seemanchal region. Addressing a large crowd at the PWD ground in […]
Odisha hosts 2nd National Mediation Conference
Bhubaneswar, Sep 27 (IANS) Governor of Odisha Hari Babu Kambhampati on Saturday underscored the transformative role of mediation, describing it as not merely a tool for dispute resolution but a means to build trust, preserve relationships, and foster social harmony. According to an official statement released by the Chief Minister’s Office, in his address during […]
