An American filmmaker named Mike got sick while travelling in rural Odisha. He was amazed to receive completely free treatment at a government hospital, a service he says would have cost him a fortune back in the US. Delhi: An American traveller and filmmaker named Mike is all praises for India’s public healthcare system. He … Read more
For Independence Day 2026, the ‘Suryapath Tiranga’ initiative saw the Indian flag travel symbolically across the globe, following the path of the rising sun from Fiji to the Americas, connecting Indian missions in a global relay of patriotism. A Global Relay from the Pacific to West Asia Independence Day 2026 saw a unique global celebration … Read more
President Droupadi Murmu hosted the traditional ‘At Home’ Reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on India’s 80th Independence Day, with PM Modi, VP Radhakrishnan, former President Kovind, and other eminent personalities in attendance. President Murmu Hosts ‘At Home’ Reception President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday hosted the traditional ‘At Home’ Reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of … Read more
Despite unprecedented floods destroying their homes and livelihood in Sivasagar’s Nepali Khuti village, residents gathered to celebrate Independence Day, hoisting the Tricolour on ruined land as a symbol of their unbroken spirit. In a moving display of courage and unity, the flood-affected residents of Nepali Khuti village under the Nazira Co-District gathered on Saturday to … Read more
On India’s 80th Independence Day, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed commitment to deepen partnership. Wishes poured in from across the globe, with PM Narendra Modi thanking leaders from Bhutan, Nepal, and France for their greetings. As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day with fervour and enthusiasm, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed the commitment of the … Read more
BJP MP Anurag Thakur accused Congress leaders of insulting the National Song ‘Vande Mataram’ by showing discomfort during its full rendition on Independence Day. He demanded a national apology from the party for the alleged disrespect. Thakur Accuses Congress of Insulting ‘Vande Mataram’ BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Saturday accused the Congress leadership of showing … Read more
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested six railway officials in three separate bribery cases registered in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh. The officials were allegedly caught taking money to clear bills for private companies. New Delhi: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested six railway officials in a major crackdown across Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh. … Read more
Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities now drive India’s forex demand, accounting for 53% of the total, says a Thomas Cook report. Leisure travel (57%), Millennials and Gen X travellers, and the US dollar (49%) are the biggest contributors to this trend. India’s foreign exchange demand is increasingly moving beyond major metropolitan centres, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 … Read more
Police have filed a case against officials at a Sub-Registrar’s office in Kerala for disrespecting the national flag. The officials had tied the Tricolour to a window grill using a pipe. Ernakulam: Police have registered a case against officials of the Sub-Registrar’s office in Koothattukulam for allegedly disrespecting the national flag and violating the Flag … Read more
The Delhi High Court has directed all stakeholders to hold a meeting and devise a broader, workable solution for film accessibility for persons with disabilities, observing that the issue cannot be confined to the movie Pushpa 2 alone. Court Calls for Broader Solution The Delhi High Court has directed all stakeholders, including the petitioner and … Read more