Author: Nupur Rohila

Following the American airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, Iran launched a measured retaliatory attack on June 23, targeting the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar—home to the US Central Command. Despite the retaliation, Iran took deliberate steps to limit the damage, reportedly providing prior notice to both Qatari and US officials, allowing for early evacuation and zero casualties. President Donald Trump confirmed the incident on Truth Social, labeling the Iranian response as “weak and expected,” and expressing hope that this marked the end of the conflict. He thanked Iran for the warning and suggested that the…

On the morning of June 21, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations from the sunlit shores of RK Beach in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Addressing the assembled crowd, Modi declared that yoga has become a global force for unity and peace. “Yoga means to unite — and it is heartwarming to see how it has truly united the world,” he said. PM Modi noted that the celebration has grown exponentially since 2015, and this year, over 3.5 million coordinated events took place across India alone. The global theme for this year — “Yoga for…

India’s Engineering Exports Up 60% Since 2014, Reflecting ‘Make in India’ Success: Piyush Goyal India’s engineering goods exports have risen by 60% since 2014, a milestone highlighted by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday as a direct outcome of the government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. “India on the rise! Since 2014, under the Narendra Modi government, engineering goods’ exports have surged by 60 per cent, reflecting robust ‘Make in India’ success,” Goyal posted on social media platform X. This growth mirrors India’s broader industrial recovery and export performance. As per recent data from the Ministry of Statistics,…

Former US President Donald Trump reignited tensions with Iran through a stark message posted on Truth Social, stating that Iran should have signed the nuclear agreement he had earlier proposed. “What a shame, and waste of human life,” he wrote, adding emphatically, “Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON.” Trump also called for the “immediate evacuation” of Tehran, triggering international concern and speculation about impending military action. As the post stirred alarm, a senior official clarified that the statement was not a direct signal of an imminent US strike on Iran but rather a strategic push for Iran…

During his official visit to Cyprus from June 15-16, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with top CEOs from both India and Cyprus to discuss new avenues for economic partnership and business growth. The interaction, held alongside Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides in Limassol, emphasized collaboration in sectors such as innovation, fintech, digital technology, renewable energy, and defense. PM Modi shared a post on X stating, “Boosting business linkages! President Nikos Christodoulides and I interacted with leading CEOs to energize commercial partnerships between India and Cyprus. Innovation, energy, and technology sectors hold great promise. I also spoke about India’s decade-long reform-driven progress.”…

On Friday, June 13, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted a high-level review with senior Gujarat officials following his visit to the site of the devastating Air India crash in Ahmedabad. The meeting was held at the GujSail building, situated near the city’s airport. Before the briefing, the Prime Minister personally visited the wreckage site and later met with survivors and medical teams at the city civil hospital. The fatal crash, which occurred on Thursday, resulted in the death of 265 people, including prominent political figure and former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. The Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (flight…

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited Ahmedabad Civil Hospital to personally meet Vishwashkumar Ramesh, the only person to survive the devastating Air India crash that occurred a day earlier. The accident claimed the lives of 241 passengers aboard the Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight headed to London. Ramesh, a British citizen of Indian origin, had been seated in row 11 by a left-side emerg ency exit when the aircraft went down shortly after departing from Ahmedabad International Airport. According to airline officials,the ill-fated flight carried 169 Indian nationals, 53 from the UK, seven from Portugal, and one Canadian citizen.…

Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized India’s digital transformation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, stating that the nation has evolved into one of the world’s foremost digital economies during Modi’s 11-year tenure. In a statement shared on X, Shah praised the Modi government for democratizing technology and integrating it into sectors such as healthcare, education, and commerce. He said the Digital India initiative has revolutionized every major aspect of society and the economy, enabling inclusive access to services and strengthening the country’s technological foundation. He noted that the Modi administration’s strategic push toward technology adoption has created a digital…

In the wake of Operation Sindoor, India’s military brass is sounding a loud call to arms—not just on the battlefield, but on the budget sheet. With the close military collaboration between China and Pakistan now undeniably exposed, defense experts are urging the government to increase its annual defense allocation to at least 2.5% of the country’s GDP. That’s a sharp jump from the current 1.9%, which many say is inadequate to handle the growing strategic complexities. As both adversaries align more closely along India’s borders, the threat of a two-front conflict has become more than just theoretical. China’s long-standing military…

Same Terrorism Will Come Back to Haunt You: Jaishankar Warns the West External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has warned Western countries that terrorism growing in Pakistan is not just a regional issue but a global threat. During an interview with European media outlet Euractiv, Jaishankar pointed out that Osama bin Laden had lived for years in a Pakistani military town, raising questions about why such a dangerous terrorist felt safe there. He said the world must realize that terrorism targeting India today will eventually affect other countries too. He stressed that the global community should not ignore terrorist havens in…