The weather took a welcome turn in Kolkata on Friday morning as light to moderate rain began in several parts of the city. The showers arrived after days of sticky and humid weather, offering much-needed relief to residents. ALSO READ: Kolkata Weather LATEST Update: Rain, Lightning and Strong Winds Forecast Across West Bengal The forecast … Read more
A troop of monkeys turned iconic Taj Mahal into an unlikely viral attraction after videos showing them swimming, splashing and playfully diving into a water tank inside the monument complex flooded social media. A troop of monkeys turned iconic Taj Mahal into an unlikely viral attraction after videos showing them swimming, splashing and playfully diving … Read more
Indian gold prices rose 4.1% in May, bucking a global decline of 1.4%, says a World Gold Council report. The surge is linked to policy shifts and currency weakness, with year-to-date returns at 17.6% as of May 29. Gold prices in India rose 4.1 per cent in May even as global gold prices declined 1.4 … Read more
Taiwan’s Defence Ministry reported 7 PLA aircraft and 10 naval vessels on Friday, after detecting 32 aircraft the previous day. 5 sorties entered its ADIZ on Friday, while 25 crossed the median line on Thursday. The military is monitoring. Increased Chinese Military Presence Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence on Friday reported 7 PLA aircraft sorties, … Read more
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma congratulated Satish Poonia and Alka Gurjar on their nomination as BJP’s Rajya Sabha candidates. Poonia thanked the party, calling it a tribute to countless workers. Elections for 24 seats are underway. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Thursday congratulated senior BJP leaders Satish Poonia and Alka Gurjar on their nomination as … Read more
Germany will abolish airport transit visa requirements for Indian nationals travelling to third countries from June 3, 2026. The Lufthansa Group welcomed the move, which will make journeys seamless and strengthen air connectivity for Indian passengers. The Lufthansa Group welcomes the decision of the Federal Republic of Germany to abolish airport transit visa requirements for … Read more
CSIS’s Richard Rossow says the US tariff approach looks ‘wobbly’ to partners. He notes the President’s attempts to impose tariffs on India for Russian oil were struck down, creating uncertainty for Indian negotiators who seek stability. US Tariff Approach ‘Wobbly,’ Creates Uncertainty Senior Adviser and Chair on India and Emerging Asia Economics at the Centre … Read more
IAF Chief AP Singh concluded a three-day visit to France, reaffirming the strong defence partnership. He held bilateral talks and met defence industry leaders. The visit comes as India issued a Letter of Request for 114 more Rafale fighter jets. Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh concluded a three-day official visit to … Read more
Udhayanidhi Stalin has written to CM C. Joseph Vijay, urging his intervention to prevent 152 vacant super-specialty medical seats from being surrendered to the All-India Quota, blaming the state government for failing to argue the case in the Supreme Court. Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin in Tamil Nadu assembly has written to Chief Minister … Read more
The NIA arrested a third accused, Sainur Molla, in the Bhangar bomb blast case. The blast occurred while crude bombs were being made for the West Bengal assembly elections. Extensive searches were conducted at hideouts of a prime suspect, Saokat Molla. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday conducted extensive searches in connection with the … Read more