Author: Staff Reporter
Fauja Singh, globally celebrated as the world’s oldest marathon runner, has died at the age of 114 after a road accident in Punjab. His passing marks the end of an extraordinary life that challenged conventional ideas about age, fitness, and human potential. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes to the legendary athlete, calling him an unparalleled figure in the world of endurance sports. In a heartfelt message posted on X, PM Modi remembered Singh as a person whose life inspired millions to prioritize fitness and healthy living. “Fauja Singh Ji stood out because of his unique spirit and his…
On the sidelines of the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Defense Ministers’ summit in Qingdao, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh met with Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov to advance critical defense collaborations. The bilateral dialogue emphasized accelerating the supply of S-400 air defense systems, upgrading Su-30 MKI fighter jets, and expediting the acquisition of other essential military technologies. This conversation gains heightened importance in the wake of Operation Sindoor, launched by India in response to the April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. The Ministry of Defense noted that the current geopolitical context, including rising cross-border terrorism, underscores the…
