Kiren Rijiju arrives in Saudi Arabia to sign bilateral Haj agreement, review 2026 preparations
Riyadh, Nov 8 (IANS)Union Minister for Parliamentary and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, arrived in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah to participate in the signing of the Bilateral Haj Agreement with the Saudi Kingdom and assess preparations for Haj 2026. He was warmly welcomed by Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Suhel Ajaz Khan and the Indian Consul General […]
Indian diplomatic missions worldwide celebrate 150 years of ‘Vande Matram’
Santiago, Nov 8 (IANS) Several Indian diplomatic missions worldwide hosted collective renditions of India’s national song “Vande Mataram” to commemorate 150 years since its composition, reflecting the nation’s cultural pride and the enduring spirit of patriotism. The year 2025 marks the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. The national song was composed during the auspicious occasion […]
India, Armenia discuss bilateral, regional and global issues at 11th FOC in Yerevan
Yerevan, Nov 8 (IANS) India and Armenia held the 11th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Yerevan, where both sides discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations as well as regional and global issues of mutual interest, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Saturday. According to the MEA, the two sides also exchanged views […]
India set to emerge as key pillar of a democratic rare-earth network: Report
New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) India’s rise as a credible supplier and processor, if backed by the United States, Japan, Australia, and Brazil, could lay the foundation for a diversified rare-earth market and greater geopolitical stability, a report said on Saturday. It added that, unlike several emerging players in the rare earths race, India offers […]
President Murmu departs on six day visit to Angola, Botswana
New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday departed on a six-day State visit to Angola and Botswana, scheduled from November 8 to 13, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian head of state to both nations. Taking to X, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, “Reiterating India’s commitment towards Africa and […]
LS Speaker Birla to inaugurate Commonwealth Parliamentary Association meet in Kohima on Nov 10
Kohima, Nov 8 (IANS) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will inaugurate the 22nd Annual Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), India Region, Zone-III, in Nagaland’s capital Kohima on November 10, officials said on Saturday. A senior official of the Nagaland Assembly said that Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha Harivansh, […]
Bihar polls: Tejashwi Yadav reiterates job pledge in Nawada and Gaya
Patna, Nov 8 (IANS) RJD leader and Mahagathbandhan’s chief ministerial face Tejashwi Yadav addressed a rally at the ITI ground in Nawada on Saturday, seeking support for alliance candidates in the district’s five assembly seats. Targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Yadav claimed that 30 helicopters had been deployed to follow him. He said Bihar would […]
Tej Pratap-Ravi Kishan meet at Patna airport again sparks speculation
Patna, Nov 8 (IANS) Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav’s elder son Tej Pratap Yadav and actor-turned-BJP MP Ravi Kishan met for the second time on Saturday — again at the Patna airport. Both leaders were seen speaking in low voices, away from the media. Their brief, whispered exchange — followed by both […]
Arunachal implements NEP 2020 in letter and spirit to ensure inclusive, quality education: CM Khandu
Itanagar, Nov 8 (IANS) Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday said that Arunachal Pradesh is implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in letter and spirit to ensure access, equity, quality, affordability, and accountability in education. Inaugurating two new blocks — one academic and one administrative — of the Dorjee Khandu Government College in Tawang, […]
Tripura govt prioritises strengthening health infrastructure across state: CM Saha
Agartala, Nov 8 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said that the state government has accorded top priority to strengthening healthcare services and infrastructure across the state — not only in its two major hospitals but also in all district and sub-divisional hospitals. Inaugurating the 25th annual conference of the Tripura branch of […]
