News
A British parliamentarian praised the opportunity to hear RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s ideas, while US officials expressed concern over the visit. British Hindu groups welcomed the trip and the UK government defended the visa decision.
Technology
The Indian Space Research Organisation successfully placed the EOS-05 Earth observation satellite into geosynchronous orbit aboard the GSLV‑F17 launch vehicle. The mission marks India's entry into high‑orbit imaging, a capability seen as a strategic boost for both civilian and defence applications.
Business
The Reserve Bank of India attracted a record $136.38 billion in foreign‑exchange inflows through its special swap facility in August, driven largely by non‑resident Indian (NRI) deposits under the FCNR(B) scheme. The surge lifts the country’s foreign‑exchange reserves to a historic high and strengthens the rupee’s defence.
News
The Bar Council of India withdrew its order to bar enrolment of NALSAR University's 2026 law graduates and halted the investigation into a student protest over the Chief Justice's convocation invitation. The reversal follows sharp criticism from legal scholars, students and the university’s leadership.
News
New legislation tightening rules on foreign contributions to NGOs faces fierce opposition from religious groups, opposition parties and several states. The centre is now aiming to move the bill to a joint parliamentary committee for broader scrutiny.
News
President Droupadi Murmu has signed the Vande Mataram Bill, extending criminal penalties for insulting the song to the level of the national anthem. The move, championed by the ruling BJP, has sparked sharp criticism from opposition figures such as Shashi Tharoor.
News
A senior Indian Air Force officer was taken into custody and charged under the Official Secrets Act for allegedly sharing classified defence information. Authorities say the officer was under active surveillance before the arrest, marking the country's most high‑profile security case in months.
News
Indian police have booked the Meta India head over social media posts targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to multiple reports. The case was filed in Hyderabad, where the police have issued a notice to the Meta India head.
News
Indian police have booked the head of Meta India over posts targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a case that highlights the country's evolving laws on social media regulation. The move has sparked concerns about freedom of speech and the role of social media platforms in regulating online content.
News
A methane‑gas explosion in a tunnel of the Teesta‑VI hydroelectric project in Sikkim killed at least ten workers and left dozens missing. Rescue teams continue to search amid hazardous conditions and conflicting casualty reports.
News
High-ranking opposition leaders, including Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi, were detained by Delhi Police following a protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence. The demonstration coincides with persistent parliamentary disruptions and nationwide student agitation regarding examination irregularities.