Arunachal villagers back pre-feasibility studies for Siang Upper Multipurpose Project
Itanagar, Dec 30 (IANS) In a significant step towards strengthening national water and energy security, villagers of Komkar in Arunachal Pradesh on Tuesday extended overwhelming support for the pre-feasibility studies of the Upper Siang Multipurpose Project (USMP), a mega hydropower initiative with a proposed generation capacity of 11,000 MW, officials said. An official of the […]
Rajasthan refinery agreement: BJP says MoU signed under Congress tenure damaged state interests
Jaipur, Dec 30 (IANS) Parliamentary Affairs Minister Jogaram Patel on Tuesday hit back at former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s remarks on the Rajasthan Refinery project, stating that the agreement signed during the Congress government was not in the interest of the state, while the revised agreement under the BJP government safeguarded Rajasthan’s rights and benefits. […]
BMC polls: NCP releases third list, names 94 candidates in total
Mumbai, Dec 30 (IANS) In a major move ahead of the high-stakes Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, on Tuesday released its third and final list of candidates. This latest announcement features 30 candidates, bringing the party’s total count to 94 for the upcoming […]
MP CM expresses grief over Indore water tragedy; Jitu Patwari seeks action against Mayor
Indore, Dec 30 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday expressed grief over the death of three residents of Bhagirathpura in Indore following the consumption of contaminated water. “The incident that occurred in the Bhagirathpura area of Indore is extremely tragic. While paying tribute to the deceased persons, I pray for the swift […]
Bangladesh envoy to India in Dhaka following ‘urgent’ summons
Dhaka, Dec 30 (IANS) M. Riaz Hamidullah, Bangladesh High Commissioner to India, has arrived in Dhaka after he was summoned by the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs amid growing strain in bilateral ties, local media reported. Citing a source in the Foreign Ministry, leading Bangladeshi daily Prothom Alo confirmed the development and reported that Hamidullah […]
Khaleda Zia’s complex legacy and turbulent ties with India
Dhaka, Dec 30 (IANS) Khaleda Zia’s tenure as Bangladesh Prime Minister coincided with some of the most challenging periods in India–Bangladesh relations, an era marked by visible hostility and a series of missed strategic opportunities between the two neighbours. Zia, a three-time Prime Minister and long-time chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), died early […]
PM Modi concerned over targeting of President Putin’s residence, stresses diplomatic end to Russia-Ukraine hostilities
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Tuesday that he is “deeply concerned” by reports of the targeting of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence, and stressed that the ongoing diplomatic efforts are the most viable path towards ending hostilities and achieving peace. “Deeply concerned by reports of the targeting of the […]
Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee express sadness over demise of Khaleda Zia
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, remembering her significant contribution to the country’s political […]
ASEAN strengthens regional stability: Malaysian PM
Kuala Lumpur, Dec 30 (IANS) Regional stability was strengthened through the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) despite the challenges faced by the grouping in 2025, according to Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The collective wisdom and sincerity of the grouping and its partners ensured that the ASEAN platform continues to serve to unite views […]
EAM Jaishankar to represent India at Khaleda Zia’s funeral
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will represent the government and people of India at the funeral of Khaleda Zia, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh and Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), who passed away in Dhaka, on Tuesday. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), EAM Jaishankar […]
