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PM Modi Leads Millions on Global Yoga Day 2025

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 ..... Read More

Rajnath: Sindoor Shows Pak’s ‘1,000 Cuts’ Will Fail

Describing Operation Sindoor as the “logical next step” after India’s 2016 surgical strike and the 2019 Balakot air strike, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh firmly cautioned Pakistan on Saturday. Speaking from the Northern Command Headquarters in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, Singh said any future terror acts targeting Indian soil will bring grave repercussions for the aggressors. While addressing soldiers on International Yoga Day, Singh emphasized that the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 civilians lost their lives, wasn’t merely ..... Read More

Nur Khan Airbase Under U.S. Control, Claims Expert

A startling revelation by a prominent Pakistani defense analyst has ignited serious debate about the depth of military cooperation between the United States and Pakistan. Imtiaz Gul, a widely known security expert, has asserted that the Nur Khan airbase in Rawalpindi—one of Pakistan’s most strategically sensitive military facilities—is effectively under the control of American forces. This statement, made public through a video circulating across social platforms, comes on the heels of India’s Operation Sindoor, a precision military response ..... Read More

PM Modi Leads Record Yoga Day from Visakhapatnam

Yoga for Humanity: PM Modi Leads Global Celebration from Visakhapatnam, Sets New World Record The 11th International Day of Yoga unfolded as a vibrant testament to India’s spiritual heritage and global leadership, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the celebrations in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Record-Breaking Gathering on the Bay of Bengal Under the theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” over 3 lakh people practiced yoga along a 28-kilometre coastal stretch from R.K. Beach to Bhogapuram, setting a new Guinness World Record for ..... Read More

Axiom-4 Mission Rescheduled for June 22 Launch

After encountering multiple setbacks due to hardware issues, weather instability, and safety concerns aboard the International Space Station (ISS), the Axiom-4 mission is now slated for lift-off on June 22, 2025, as confirmed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The mission features a globally diverse astronaut team representing India, Hungary, Poland, and the United States. The original launch was scheduled for May 29, but technical faults in the Crew Dragon Module’s electrical harness necessitated a delay to June 8. Additional ..... Read More

India Ranks Third Globally in Power Capacity Growth

India has climbed to the third position globally in terms of power generation capacity expansion over the past five years, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). The only countries ahead are China and the United States, underscoring India's rapid strides in meeting its growing electricity needs. This remarkable growth has been primarily driven by rising energy demand, which stems from rapid urban development, increased household appliance usage—particularly air conditioners—and escalating industrial activity. To match this deman ..... Read More

PM Modi’s Multi-State Tour: Projects, Yoga, Progress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day tour starting Friday, covering Bihar, Odisha, and culminating in Visakhapatnam to lead the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations. His itinerary begins in Siwan, Bihar, where he will launch the Vaishali-Deoria railway line, a $48 million project. Alongside, a new train service will be introduced to enhance connectivity in North Bihar. Modi will also flag off the Vande Bharat Express, linking Patliputra to Gorakhpur via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah, boosting high-speed rail access in ..... Read More

India’s Economic Leap: Driving Global Growth in AI, Utilities, and Aviation

India is rapidly transforming into a global technology and industrial powerhouse, making significant progress across sectors such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductor manufacturing, real estate, utilities, and aerospace. A series of recent developments highlights India’s emergence as a future-ready destination for innovation, investment, and sustainable growth. India emerges as a prime hub for AI infrastructure and chip manufacturing. According to Moody’s Analytics’ report, AI Is Beating the Odds, India is becoming a preferred desti ..... Read More

India’s Engineering Exports Up 60% Since 2014

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 ..... Read More

India’s Economy Showing Strong Growth Signs: Report

India's economic outlook is strengthening with improving macro indicators, according to a new report from Motilal Oswal Private Wealth (MOPW) released on Friday. The report highlights an increasingly supportive environment for growth across various sectors, driven by domestic demand, stable inflation, and policy alignment. India's GDP grew by 7.4% in Q4 FY25, marking the strongest quarterly growth in the past year. This expansion reflects rising momentum across industries and highlights the resilience of the Indian economy amid global uncert ..... Read More

The Rise of India’s Indigenous Military Power

Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7 in response to the terror attack in Pahalgam, marks a defining moment in India’s defense narrative. It wasn't just a display of military precision or geopolitical resolve—it symbolized the operational maturity and rising self-confidence of India’s indigenous defense industry. For the first time in independent India’s history, domestically produced weapons and systems were at the forefront of both offensive and defensive operations, heralding a new era of self-reliance in nation ..... Read More

J&K Declares Amarnath Yatra Route No-Fly Zone

With the annual Amarnath Yatra approaching, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has stepped up its security arrangements by declaring all pilgrimage routes as no-fly zones from July 1 through August 10, 2025. The decision, taken to ensure the safety of pilgrims, comes amid increased security concerns following recent disturbances in the region. An official order issued by the Home Department confirmed that Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has mandated strict security protocols for the duration of the Yatra. The circular emphasizes that aeria ..... Read More

PM Modi Strengthens Strategic Ties with Croatia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s groundbreaking visit to Croatia has opened new avenues for strategic cooperation between India and the Central European nation. This landmark trip, the first-ever by an Indian Prime Minister, underscores India’s growing diplomatic outreach to Central and Eastern Europe, with a focus on enhancing ties in defense, trade, technology, and culture. During this high-level engagement, four pivotal agreements were signed — covering agriculture, science and technology collaboration, a renewed cultural exchange program, ..... Read More

India Launches Operation Sindhu Amid Iran Crisis

The Government of India has initiated Operation Sindhu, a strategic evacuation effort aimed at safeguarding Indian nationals caught in the rising conflict between Iran and Israel. The move comes in response to rapidly deteriorating security conditions in the region, with the operation’s first phase focused on extracting Indian students from high-risk areas in northern Iran. In its initial success, India safely evacuated 110 Indian students, who were guided out of Iran and across the border into Armenia on June 17. Under close coordination be ..... Read More

Amazon India to Invest $233M in Ops Network in 2025

Amazon India to Invest $233M in Ops Network in 2025 Amazon India announced on Thursday that it will invest over ?2,000 crore (approximately $233 million USD) in 2025 to expand and modernize its operations infrastructure. The investment will focus on improving fulfillment capacity, associate safety and well-being, and deploying advanced technology across its logistics network. The new investment builds on Amazon's long-standing commitment to establishing a best-in-class delivery network that reaches all serviceable pin codes across India. “Fo ..... Read More

Divya Deshmukh Beats World No.1, PM Modi Applauds

Divya Deshmukh Beats World No.1, PM Modi Applauds Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday praised India’s rising chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh for her remarkable win over World No. 1 Hou Yifan during the second leg of the blitz semifinal at the World Team Blitz Championships held in London. The 18-year-old, representing Hexamind Chess Club, went head-to-head with Chinese grandmaster Hou Yifan, who played for the WR Chess Team. In a tense 74-move game, Divya capitalized on a rare endgame blunder by Yifan to secure a stunning victory—her first ..... Read More

PM Modi Gets Historic Welcome in Croatia Visit

PM Modi Gets Historic Welcome in Croatia Visit Prime Minister Narendra Modi received an overwhelming and emotional welcome in Zagreb, Croatia, as he became the first Indian Prime Minister to officially visit the country. The event marked a historic milestone in India-Croatia relations and formed the final leg of his three-nation tour that also included Cyprus and Canada for the G7 Summit in Kananaskis. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic personally received PM Modi at Franjo Tudman Airport with full ceremonial honors, reflecting the impo ..... Read More

India Gains Momentum in AI, Chips, Data Centers

India is rapidly emerging as a major global destination for AI infrastructure, data centers, and semiconductor production, according to Moody’s Analytics. In its latest report titled AI Is Beating the Odds, the agency notes that while global cross-border investments are experiencing a general slowdown amid geopolitical uncertainty, capital inflow into AI-related infrastructure is rising swiftly. This spike is attributed to the growing need to bridge the widening gap between exploding demand for AI technology and limited global supply capabiliti ..... Read More

Modi Attends G7 Summit, Poses With Global Leaders

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 51st G7 Summit held in Kananaskis, Canada, where he joined leaders from the world’s major economies and key international institutions. One of the highlights of the summit was the traditional group photograph, featuring PM Modi alongside other heads of state and government from both G7 nations and invited outreach partners. The group photo included notable figures such as Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Bri ..... Read More

NPCI Halves UPI Response Time to Boost Speed

In a move aimed at improving the efficiency of digital payments, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has mandated a significant reduction in response times for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions. As per a circular issued on April 26, these changes will take effect from June 16, targeting faster processing and better reliability across all UPI operations. According to the circular, the response window for key transaction types—such as Request Pay and Response Pay—will be reduced from 30 seconds to just 15 seconds. Sim ..... Read More

MIT Names First Indian-American Provost Anantha Chandrakasan

Professor Anantha Chandrakasan, a prominent academic originally from Chennai, has been named the next provost of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), marking a historic milestone as the first Indian-American to assume this prestigious leadership position. He will officially take office on July 1. Currently serving as MIT’s chief innovation and strategy officer, Chandrakasan also holds the role of dean of engineering. He was selected from a pool of distinguished internal candidates. MIT President Sally Kornbluth highlighted his ex ..... Read More

Chicago Sinfonietta Opens Season with Indian American Flair

Chicago Sinfonietta kicks off its vibrant 2025–26 “IGNITE” season with a bold, cross-cultural celebration titled Bollywood & Beyond, showcasing the transformative power of music. IGNITE reflects the orchestra’s mission to inspire connection, creativity, and cultural understanding through a global lens. From premieres to powerful reinterpretations, the new season honors changemakers and traditions alike, all while centering the rich musical heritage of Chicago. Opening weekend sets the tone with a stunning tribute to Indian cinema and sym ..... Read More

Indian Army, Ex-Chiefs Unite to Review Op Sindoor

In a powerful demonstration of continuity and strategic foresight, the Indian Army launched a two-day leadership conclave, 'Chiefs’ Chintan', bringing together current Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi and several former Army chiefs. Held in the wake of Op Sindoor, this structured engagement aims to harness the collective wisdom of past leadership to guide the Army’s evolving strategy and modernization efforts. General Dwivedi extended a warm welcome to the attending veterans, emphasizing the vital role their experience plays in re ..... Read More

Arpit Jain Honored at UN Global Excellence Awards

Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain, a respected figure in the realm of alternative medicine, was recently honored on an international stage at the UN Global Excellence Awards 2025 in New York City. The prestigious event was held on June 9 at the renowned Martinique New York on Broadway, hosted by the United Nations Global Peace Council. Dr. Jain was invited to the event as the Guest of Honour, a testament to his lasting contributions to healthcare, social development, and global peacebuilding. His dedication to promoting holistic health practices and his ..... Read More

Axiom?4 Mission Launch Suffers Setback: Latest Update

Indian Air Force pilot Shubhanshu Shukla is on track to become the second Indian ever to venture into space as Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) now aims for a launch no earlier than June 22, 2025. The revised date follows recent maintenance activities aboard the International Space Station (ISS), particularly in the aft section of the Russian Zvezda service module, prompting NASA to continue safety evaluations before proceeding with launch preparations. Initially set for May 29, the mission has seen multiple postponements, moving through potential dat ..... Read More