Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has advised the state government to reconsider its Government Order dated September 8, 2026, which prescribes that the National Song “Vande Mataram” shall ordinarily be sung only to the extent of its first two stanzas at state government functions. In a letter dated September 21, 2026, to Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, … Read more
France is advocating a “third way” amid growing rivalry between the United States and China and wants to help its South Asian partners, including Bangladesh, build their own strategic autonomy, France’s Ambassador to Bangladesh Jean-Marc Sere-Charlet said on Monday. Speaking to reporters here, Sere-Charlet said France and Europe are seeking to position themselves as a … Read more
Apple has recently launched its iPhone 18 Pro series, and while the excitement about the device is still fresh, many users have already started reporting issues with the Face ID of the device. According to the affected users, the issue appears to affect certain Face ID checks, especially when users try to unlock protected apps. … Read more
OnePlus has officially introduced the N6 Lite in India as the new budget offering. The new device offers improved battery life, display smoothness and long-term durability. The phone comes with a 7,000mAh battery, a 120Hz display and a claimed 36-month fluency guarantee. It is also rated for military-grade durability and includes features such as Aqua … Read more
IOA President PT Usha hailed the Indian women’s cricket team’s gold medal win at the Asian Games 2026, where they defeated Sri Lanka by 147 runs. Usha, who helped include cricket in the Games, also backed India’s shooters to deliver more gold. PT Usha Hails Cricket Gold, Confident in Shooters Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president … Read more
Five-star safety ratings are becoming an important factor in India’s used-car market. Explore how crash-test scores are influencing buyer preferences, resale demand and the way consumers evaluate second-hand cars. Safety used to sit near the bottom of a used car checklist – somewhere below alloy wheels and a working music system. Not anymore. Crash test … Read more
New government figures have revealed a major shift in Britain’s aid spending, with some of the world’s most vulnerable nations seeing support reduced as broader budget pressures reshape development priorities. The United Kingdom’s poorest aid recipients experienced the sharpest funding reductions in 2025, according to newly released government figures, highlighting how cuts to the country’s … Read more
Amid criticism, NCERT announced two new Class 9 textbooks for Maths and Social Science. The books’ release, just before mid-term exams, has sparked concern among parents and students over the staggered availability of revised curriculum materials. NCERT Releases New Class 9 Textbooks Amid growing criticism over delays in making new textbooks available months into the … Read more
Former Andra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP President Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has decided to meet the Governor and explain the attack carried out by TDP groups on the party’s peaceful rallies demanding a CBI inquiry into the DSC recruitment irregularities. Y.S. Jagan held a meeting with senior party leaders and reviewed the violence during … Read more
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei rejected US claims on fuel prices, comparing the US narrative to Nazi Germany’s 1939 invasion of Poland. He blamed US actions for the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and commercial shipping. Iran Hits Back at US Over Fuel Prices, Cites Nazi Germany Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei … Read more