Author: Nupur Rohila

India will witness a high-stakes contest for the Vice Presidential election on September 9, with the ruling NDA’s candidate CP Radhakrishnan going head-to-head against opposition INDIA bloc nominee B Sudershan Reddy. The election follows the unexpected resignation of former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on July 21, creating a vacancy for the country’s second-highest constitutional post. Both candidates this time come from southern India—Radhakrishnan, a senior BJP leader and current governor of Maharashtra, represents Tamil Nadu, while Reddy, a former Supreme Court judge, hails from Telangana. Their candidacies add a unique regional dynamic to the race. Polling is scheduled from 10…

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated on Sunday, September 7, 2025, that Moscow, New Delhi, and Beijing recognize overlapping interests across multiple sectors, pointing to a rising trend of deeper cooperation. His remarks followed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, where the leaders of the three nations made headlines with a public display of warmth. The moment that drew worldwide attention was the symbolic handshake and close interaction between Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The images quickly circulated across global media platforms, symbolizing a strengthening trilateral understanding. The show of…

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has shed light on India’s military strategy during Operation Sindoor, stressing why the armed forces went beyond drones and loitering munitions. He explained that precision strikes against Pakistan-backed terrorists demanded the use of air power to meet both military and political goals. Speaking at an event in Gorakhpur, Chauhan said India already possessed strong precision strike capabilities, demonstrated in earlier responses to the Uri and Pulwama terror attacks. In those instances, Indian forces had successfully carried out cross-border operations, including the 2016 land-based surgical strikes and the 2019 Balakot airstrikes in Pakistan’s…

Former US President Donald Trump stirred global debate on Friday with a striking statement suggesting that both India and Russia appear to be moving closer to China. His comments come just days after the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping were photographed engaging in discussions. In a post on his platform Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Looks like we’ve lost India and Russia to deepest, darkest China. May they have a long and prosperous future together.” The post was accompanied by an image of Modi, Putin,…

India and Singapore have set out an ambitious plan to take their partnership into the future, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled a detailed roadmap in New Delhi on Thursday. The announcement comes as the two nations celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations, underscoring their shared commitment to deepening cooperation across both traditional and emerging sectors. During a joint press conference at Hyderabad House, PM Modi stressed that the new framework goes beyond the usual areas of collaboration. It now brings advanced manufacturing, green shipping, skilling, civil nuclear energy, and urban water management into…

Twenty-six years after its release, Sangharsh continues to be remembered as a bold experiment that defied the formula-driven cinema of its time. Written and produced by Mahesh Bhatt and directed by Tanuja Chandra, the film blended suspense, emotion, and imagination into a narrative that was both unsettling and timeless. In a conversation with ETimes, Mahesh Bhatt revisited the journey of Sangharsh—a film that not only presented Akshay Kumar and Preity Zinta in unconventional roles but also quietly introduced a young Alia Bhatt to the screen. Bhatt credits Tanuja Chandra’s creative instincts for shaping the film. Describing her as a fearless…

The festive season always brings an explosion of color, sparkle, and the irresistible urge to dress in outfits that make a bold statement. This Ganesh Chaturthi was no different, as Alia Bhatt turned her celebrations into a style showcase, offering a preview of what’s trending this season. Sharing glimpses of her Ganpati festivities on Instagram with the caption, “Love, blessings & modaks,” Alia delivered more than just warm wishes—she dropped major festive fashion cues. For one of her appearances, styled by Priyanka Kapadia, Alia chose the striking ‘Patakha’ saree in the label’s signature pink. This piece carried over 275 hours…

At just 23, Indian-American machine learning engineer Manoj Tumu has made a headline-grabbing career leap. After spending time at Amazon, he has joined Meta with a total compensation package exceeding $400,000, a move that highlights both his talent and the growing opportunities in artificial intelligence. Speaking about the shift, Tumu explained that although Amazon gave him valuable learning experiences, Meta’s projects appeared more engaging. “As soon as I received the offer, I knew I wanted to accept it,” he said, reflecting on his decision to pursue work that excited him more. Sharing advice for young professionals, Tumu underscored the importance…

On September 1, President Donald Trump described trade relations between the United States and India as a “one-sided disaster,” claiming that India’s offer to reduce import tariffs on American goods to zero comes far too late. Trump argued that American businesses have been blocked from tapping into the Indian market because of what he called “the highest tariffs of any country.” Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump said, “India sells us vast amounts of goods, and we buy from them in large volumes, but the reverse is not true. For decades, our companies have been locked out due to…

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), headquartered in Washington, DC, has announced the appointment of Lalitambika Kumari, also known as Lali, as its new Manager for Higher Education, CSR, and Parliamentary Engagements (India). In this role, she will lead efforts to advance the Forum’s education initiatives, promote philanthropic programs, and strengthen collaborative policy dialogues between both nations. Kumari’s position will involve building and nurturing academic collaborations, expanding cross-border opportunities, and supporting the philanthropic projects undertaken by the USISPF Foundation. Her work will focus on driving meaningful connections between Indian and American institutions, creating platforms that encourage innovation, learning, and social…