Pralhad Joshi hits back at Kharge: ‘People have given their verdict’

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hit back at Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge’s I-Day criticism, saying the public has given its verdict. Kharge had slammed the BJP govt and credited the UPA under Sonia Gandhi for rights-based welfare programs. Joshi counters Kharge, cites public mandate Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi on Saturday hit back at Congress president … Read more

Tibetan govt-in-exile marks India’s I-Day, Sikyong hoists flag

The Central Tibetan Administration celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day in Dharamshala. CTA President Sikyong Penpa Tsering hoisted the Indian flag and said India’s freedom serves as an inspiration for Tibetans living under Chinese rule. The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), the Tibetan government-in-exile, marked India’s 80th Independence Day at its headquarters in Dharamshala on Saturday, with … Read more

China expands pressure on Uyghurs abroad, new research reveals: WUC

The World Uyghur Congress brief highlights a new report on China’s expanding transnational repression of Uyghurs. It details surveillance and coercion tactics, while also noting Uyghur cultural participation in Europe and concerns over a new ethnic unity law. The World Uyghur Congress (WUC), in its latest weekly brief, highlighted new research documenting China’s expanding efforts … Read more

CM Vijay delivers clear message on I-Day, wants people to stand with him

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay delivered a clear Independence Day message calling for public support. Ministers praised his speech on unity beyond caste and religion, anti-corruption measures, and protecting state rights from the Centre’s overreach. Tamil Nadu Minister Marie Wilson on Saturday said Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay delivered a clear message in his … Read more

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman likely to visit India between August 20-25

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is expected to make his first official visit to India between August 20-25. The trip comes amid diplomatic tensions, with Dhaka seeking the extradition of ousted former PM Sheikh Hasina from India. Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is likely to undertake his first official visit to India between August 20 … Read more

Chinese, Indian envoys mark India’s 80th Independence Day

Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong attended India’s 80th Independence Day at Red Fort. In Beijing, Indian Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami led celebrations, while events were also held in Shanghai, reflecting goodwill between the two nations. Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong attended India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations held at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi. Extending … Read more

Karnataka launches ‘Vidyarthi Sahayahasta’ for rural students

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar launched ‘Vidyarthi Sahayahasta,’ a scheme offering 7.5% reservation in professional courses for rural government school students. He also announced major AI and digital education initiatives for schools statewide. Karnataka Launches ‘Vidyarthi Sahayahasta’ for Rural Students Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced a new initiative called “Vidyarthi Sahayahasta” aimed at expanding access … Read more