Panaji, April 9 2026: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday emphasized the vital role of legislative institutions in shaping a developed India while delivering the inaugural address at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association India Region Zone VII Conference in Goa. He described Goa as a vibrant hub of tourism, culture, and artistic expression, reflecting the…
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New Delhi, April 9 2026: Union Minister for Consumer Affairs Food and Public Distribution and New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Thursday received a dividend cheque of over Rs 115 crore from Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited during a formal ceremony held in the national capital. The event witnessed the presence of senior…
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Los Angeles: A U.S. federal court has handed a 15-year prison sentence to Jasveen Sangha, a drug supplier accused of playing a key role in the death of Friends star Matthew Perry in 2023. The sentencing was delivered by Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett, who emphasized the seriousness of Sangha’s involvement in an illegal ketamine distribution…
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New Delhi: Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, India is moving ahead with a comprehensive plan to safeguard its ships and ensure uninterrupted energy supplies through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing conflict in the region has severely disrupted global oil and gas movement, affecting markets from Europe to Asia. Although a ceasefire…
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New Delhi, April 9 2026: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday held discussions with his Kuwaiti counterpart following the recent ceasefire declaration in the region, aiming to reinforce economic ties and ensure stability in bilateral trade. The interaction comes at a crucial time when geopolitical developments in West Asia have raised concerns over…
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New Delhi: Fresh discussions around strengthening India’s eastern borders suggest that the Border Security Force (BSF) may be leaning toward technology-led solutions rather than relying on unconventional ideas involving wildlife. Initial reports had hinted at the possibility of using animals such as crocodiles or snakes as natural deterrents in sensitive border zones. However, there is…
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New Delhi, April 9 2026: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant led a Constitution bench that firmly pushed back against the Union government’s argument that courts should not examine matters of religious faith, asserting that judicial oversight cannot be entirely excluded when constitutional values are at stake. The observations came during continued hearings in the…
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Fresh tensions have emerged in the fragile truce involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, with Tehran signalling reluctance to engage in further talks, accusing Washington of failing to honour key conditions. Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said negotiations with the United States appear unjustified under current circumstances, alleging that several agreed terms had…
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New Delhi, April 9 2026: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday conveyed his congratulations to General Phan Van Giang following his appointment as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Vietnam. The Defence Minister highlighted India’s intent to further enhance its long standing military and strategic ties with Vietnam. He noted that the…
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New Delhi, April 9 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underscored the urgent need to introduce reservation for women in legislative bodies, stating that greater inclusion would significantly enhance the strength and participation of India’s democratic system. The Prime Minister highlighted that increasing women’s presence in lawmaking institutions would bring fresh perspectives and improve…
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