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‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Israel condemns ‘racially motivated’ attack on 2 Indian workers in Ashkelon
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NEW DELHI: Israel on Thursday condemned the attack on two Indian workers in the city of Ashkelon, calling the incident “absolutely unacceptable. Read More
‘Bengal will have its fish & meat’: State BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya refutes CM Mamata’s claim
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and State BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya (Images/Agencies)
NEW DELHI: Amid a political row over alleged restrictions on the open sale of fish and meat in Bihar, West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattachar Read More
India To Restore All Visa Services In Bangladesh? Envoy’s Big Remark After PM Rahman Takes Charge
Ties between the two neighbours soured after the July-August 2024 agitation, which resulted in toppling the Awami League government and forcing out then PM Sheikh Hasina. Read More
Indian Army Foils Infiltration Bid Along LoC After Detecting Suspicious Movement Of Terrorists
Indian Army’s White Knight Corps foiled a terrorist infiltration at Nathua ka Tibba in Sunderbani sector, maintaining high operational alert along the LoC. Read More
‘Makes your country stronger’: French President Emmanuel Macron on criticism over Rafale deal in India
NEW DELHI: French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday dismissed the criticisms on Rafale deal with India, saying that it only made “your country stronger”.”We are always increasing indigenous components. Read More
Rajpal says ‘I need time more than sympathy’ after jail release
Actor-comedian Rajpal Yadav was released from Tihar Jail on Tuesday (February 17) night after the Delhi High Court granted him interim bail in connection with his six-month sentence in cheque bounce cases. Read More
Dil se dhanyavad’: Rajpal Yadav makes FIRST post after securing bail
Actor Rajpal Yadav has finally broken his silence after securing bail in a high-profile cheque-bounce case. The popular comedian returned to social media with a short but heartfelt note reflecting gratitude rather than bitterness. Read More
Fans gush over singer’s mangalsutra bracelet tribute to Priyanka Chopra
Nick Jonas is once again melting hearts online. While promoting Priyanka Chopra’s upcoming film ‘The Bluff’, the singer-actor made a sweet gesture that fans instantly noticed. Read More
Bad Bunny to make lead acting debut in film about Puerto Rican revolutionary
In a statement, actor Norton said: “This film sits in a tradition of films we deeply love, from The Godfather to Gangs of New York, that both thrill us with visceral drama and iconic characters and eras while also forcing us to face up to the s Read More
BBC plans David Attenborough celebration for 100th birthday
The corporation will look back on the veteran wildlife broadcaster’s career for his birthday in May. Read More
RBI Introduces Risk-Based Premium For Deposit Insurance From April 2026
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The Reserve Bank of India’s newly introduced Risk-based Premium (RBP) Framework for deposit insurance is expected to enhance profitability for stronger banks while inc Read More
Aadhaar App 2026: UIDAI Rolls Out QR Verification, Face Authentication And Biometric Lock
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India’s digital identity ecosystem is set for a significant upgrade. Read More
High Taxes, Expensive Loans, Weak Rupee: Pakistan’s Structural Growth Challenge
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Pakistan’s struggling growth story may not be about weak productivity or lack of innovation, but about the high cost of doing business created by state policies, accor Read More
8th Pay Commission: No Salary Hike, Allowance For These Employees; Check If You’re Among Them
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The 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) is being considered effective from January 1, 2026. Read More
Dalal Street Witnesses Significant Losses As Sensex Falls Over 1,000 Points, Nifty Tests 25,500
The Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Thursday as the Sensex fell 1,236.11 points to close at 82,498.14 and the Nifty declined 365 points to end at 25,454.35 at 3:30 PM. Read More
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village partners with Sky Vacations to offer Kerala Ayurveda in North America
Sky Vacations and Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village (KTAHV) have entered into an exclusive partnership to provide North American travellers access to authentic Kerala Ayurveda. Read More
Int2Cruises appointed as preferred sales agent for Saudi Arabia’s Aroya Cruises in India
Int2Cruises, Asia’s cruise-first online travel platform, has been appointed as the preferred Indian sales agent for Aroya Cruises, Saudi Arabia’s first homegrown cruise line developed under Cruise Saudi. Read More
SA Forest Adventures’ K3 zipline gains traction among Indian travellers as a signature South African experience
SA Forest Adventures has reported growing enthusiasm from Indian travellers for K3, the world’s longest zipline, located near Caledon, Western Cape. Read More
‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Israel condemns ‘racially motivated’ attack on 2 Indian workers in Ashkelon
(AP photo)
NEW DELHI: Israel on Thursday condemned the attack on two Indian workers in the city of Ashkelon, calling the incident “absolutely unacceptable. Read More
‘Bengal will have its fish & meat’: State BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya refutes CM Mamata’s claim
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and State BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya (Images/Agencies)
NEW DELHI: Amid a political row over alleged restrictions on the open sale of fish and meat in Bihar, West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattachar Read More
India To Restore All Visa Services In Bangladesh? Envoy’s Big Remark After PM Rahman Takes Charge
Ties between the two neighbours soured after the July-August 2024 agitation, which resulted in toppling the Awami League government and forcing out then PM Sheikh Hasina. Read More
Indian Army Foils Infiltration Bid Along LoC After Detecting Suspicious Movement Of Terrorists
Indian Army’s White Knight Corps foiled a terrorist infiltration at Nathua ka Tibba in Sunderbani sector, maintaining high operational alert along the LoC. Read More
‘Makes your country stronger’: French President Emmanuel Macron on criticism over Rafale deal in India
NEW DELHI: French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday dismissed the criticisms on Rafale deal with India, saying that it only made “your country stronger”.”We are always increasing indigenous components. Read More
Rajpal says ‘I need time more than sympathy’ after jail release
Actor-comedian Rajpal Yadav was released from Tihar Jail on Tuesday (February 17) night after the Delhi High Court granted him interim bail in connection with his six-month sentence in cheque bounce cases. Read More
Dil se dhanyavad’: Rajpal Yadav makes FIRST post after securing bail
Actor Rajpal Yadav has finally broken his silence after securing bail in a high-profile cheque-bounce case. The popular comedian returned to social media with a short but heartfelt note reflecting gratitude rather than bitterness. Read More
Fans gush over singer’s mangalsutra bracelet tribute to Priyanka Chopra
Nick Jonas is once again melting hearts online. While promoting Priyanka Chopra’s upcoming film ‘The Bluff’, the singer-actor made a sweet gesture that fans instantly noticed. Read More
Bad Bunny to make lead acting debut in film about Puerto Rican revolutionary
In a statement, actor Norton said: “This film sits in a tradition of films we deeply love, from The Godfather to Gangs of New York, that both thrill us with visceral drama and iconic characters and eras while also forcing us to face up to the s Read More
BBC plans David Attenborough celebration for 100th birthday
The corporation will look back on the veteran wildlife broadcaster’s career for his birthday in May. Read More
RBI Introduces Risk-Based Premium For Deposit Insurance From April 2026
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The Reserve Bank of India’s newly introduced Risk-based Premium (RBP) Framework for deposit insurance is expected to enhance profitability for stronger banks while inc Read More
Aadhaar App 2026: UIDAI Rolls Out QR Verification, Face Authentication And Biometric Lock
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
India’s digital identity ecosystem is set for a significant upgrade. Read More
High Taxes, Expensive Loans, Weak Rupee: Pakistan’s Structural Growth Challenge
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Pakistan’s struggling growth story may not be about weak productivity or lack of innovation, but about the high cost of doing business created by state policies, accor Read More
8th Pay Commission: No Salary Hike, Allowance For These Employees; Check If You’re Among Them
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) is being considered effective from January 1, 2026. Read More
Dalal Street Witnesses Significant Losses As Sensex Falls Over 1,000 Points, Nifty Tests 25,500
The Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Thursday as the Sensex fell 1,236.11 points to close at 82,498.14 and the Nifty declined 365 points to end at 25,454.35 at 3:30 PM. Read More
Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village partners with Sky Vacations to offer Kerala Ayurveda in North America
Sky Vacations and Kairali – The Ayurvedic Healing Village (KTAHV) have entered into an exclusive partnership to provide North American travellers access to authentic Kerala Ayurveda. Read More
Int2Cruises appointed as preferred sales agent for Saudi Arabia’s Aroya Cruises in India
Int2Cruises, Asia’s cruise-first online travel platform, has been appointed as the preferred Indian sales agent for Aroya Cruises, Saudi Arabia’s first homegrown cruise line developed under Cruise Saudi. Read More
SA Forest Adventures’ K3 zipline gains traction among Indian travellers as a signature South African experience
SA Forest Adventures has reported growing enthusiasm from Indian travellers for K3, the world’s longest zipline, located near Caledon, Western Cape. Read More
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Israeli government installed security equipment, controlled access to Epstein’s Manhattan apartment used by ex-PM Barak
An investigation published by Drop Site News reported that the Israeli govt installed security equipment and controlled access to a Manhattan apartment building which was managed by the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Read More
‘Yes, Frisco has changed’: Indian-origin woman speaks up at US city council meeting amid racial attack, targeting of H-1Bs
The latest council meeting (February 17) of Frisco, a Texas city, again turned into a charade of blaming India for the changing landscape of the city, with speakers calling out H-1Bs and Indian takeover. Read More
Macron calls India’s Rafale co-production ‘legitimate,’ urges Europe to strengthen defence industries
Macron on Thursday praised India’s push for localised Rafale production under ‘Make in India’ and highlighted long-term strategic and economic gains, while urging European countries to consolidate their defence sectors to remain globally competitive
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Meloni criticises judicial rulings as Italy prepares for legal reforms’ referendum
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has accused the judiciary of “absurd” interference following court rulings that compensated a migrant charity and a convicted individual. Read More
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