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South Central Railway (SCR) achieved a significant digital milestone by launching a next-generation ‘Rail Parcel App’ at Rail Nilayam, Secunderabad. This first-of-its-kind digital e-marketplace aims to revolutionise freight logistics by offering seamless end-to-end services, including doorstep pickup and delivery. General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava inaugurated the application, emphasising its role in eliminating long queues and bringing the parcel office directly to the

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has stated that India has consistently underlined dialogue over confrontation, consensus over division, and human-centric development over narrow interests. In his remarks at the High-Level Segment of the 61st session of the Human Rights Council, Dr Jaishankar emphasised that India seeks to find and expand common ground in a world marred by conflict, polarisation and uncertainty. He elaborated that India’s vision is rooted in the unde

Radhakant Pathak from Bihar has been honored as the recipient of the prestigious Indian Literature Award 2026, presented by the Indian Literature & Arts Society, in recognition of his remarkable contributions to children’s literature in India, where his work has consistently demonstrated a rare blend of imagination, creativity, and meaningful storytelling that resonates deeply with young readers; over the years, Pathak has distinguished himself through narratives that not onl

The Indian Embassy in Tehran has urged the Indian nationals in Iran to leave the country by available means of transport, including commercial flights. The Embassy has reiterated its advisory issued on January 14 this year, saying all Indian citizens and Persons of Indian Origin should exercise due caution, avoid areas of protests or demonstrations, stay in contact with the Indian Embassy in Iran and monitor local media for any developments. It also requested the Indian natio

The Calcutta High Court expressed its anguish over the lackluster role of the government of West Bengal and the Kolkata Municipal Corporation over the illegal constructions on the East Kolkata Wetlands, which is a Ramsar site, despite the court’s multiple orders to dismantle them. The High Court today ordered to add the government of India to this case and observed that if the state government is unable to dismantle the illegal constructions, then central forces will be ins

Mr Modi says replacement of colonial-era paintings & artefacts with works rooted in India’s own artistic traditions is noteworthy step Rajaji Utsav, a celebration of the life and legacy of the first Indian Governor-General of India, Chakravarti Rajagopalachari, is being celebrated at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. On the occasion, President Droupadi Murmu has unveiled the bust of Chakravarti Rajagopalachari at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The bust of Rajaji, situated at the Grand O

Raising allegations of unrest, corruption, and appeasement against the Trinamool Congress government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought the support of the people of West Bengal in the upcoming assembly election. In an open letter to the people of the state ahead of the assembly polls, he not only presented an account of the central government’s various projects and achievements over the past 11 years but also offered his respects to the people of Bengal, writing that t

Jojo Vakiamadathil from Kerala has been conferred the prestigious Indian Literature Award 2026 by the Indian Literature & Arts Society, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the field of non-fiction writing. This esteemed accolade celebrates individuals who demonstrate exceptional literary skill, intellectual depth, and a meaningful impact through their written work. Jojo’s writing stands out for its clarity, insight, and thoughtful engagement with complex subjects. Hi

At the centre of a landmark verdict by the US Supreme Court striking down President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, is Indian-origin lawyer Neal Katyal, who successfully argued the case before the nation’s highest judicial body. Katyal, a former Acting Solicitor General of the United States under President Barack Obama, represented a group of small businesses challenging the legality of the tariffs. The Court ruled in their favour, delivering a significant judgment on

India Meteorological Department, IMD has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places over south Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mahe, Puducherry and Karaikal till tomorrow. Meanwhile, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are likely to prevail over South Interior Karnataka today. IMD also predicted isolated rainfall or snowfall over Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand during the next two to three days. According to the Met Department, there will be a gradual rise in maxim

Abhishek Kapoor of Delhi NCT has been named the recipient of the prestigious Indian Arts Award 2026, a distinguished recognition conferred by the Indian Literature & Arts Society. The award celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to various artistic disciplines, and this year, it shines a well-deserved spotlight on Kapoor’s exceptional work in documentary filmmaking. The Indian Arts Award is regarded as one of the notable honors in the creative communit

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has said that a proposal to carve out Shillong Agglomerate from the East Khasi Hills district would be examined and scrutinised in detail in order to arrive at an informed decision for better governance and citizen-centric administration. The Chief Minister was replying to a short-duration discussion on the issue brought by United Democratic Party MLA, Paul Lyngdoh, in the Assembly yesterday. Mr Sangma said the proposal warrants caref

The 6th National Rafting Championship titled “The Ultimate River Battle” will begin today at Shibnote in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir. The championship aims to showcase top rafting talent from across the country while promoting adventure tourism in the region. Set against the scenic backdrop of the mighty Chenab River, the event is expected to attract professional rafting teams, adventure enthusiasts, and tourists. The Chenab River, known for its challenging rapids and

US President Donald Trump will chair the Board of Peace meeting today and will make an announcement regarding the 5 billion dollar pledged for Gaza by 20 member states attending the meeting, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said. Addressing the media, Leavitt said that the Board of Peace meeting will focus on maintaining security in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Mr. Trump will announce reconstruction efforts and committed thousands of personn

South Korea’s Defence Ministry today said that it will push for reinstating a no-fly zone under the suspended 2018 inter-Korean military pact in a way that does not affect a military readiness posture. The ministry spokesperson Chung Binna said this during a regular briefing. She said the country is in consultations with the United States over Seoul’s push to partially restore the military pact; it comes a day after Unification Minister Chung Dong-young disclosed the governme

Russian and Ukrainian delegations concluded the first day of US-brokered peace talks in Geneva, just one week before the fourth anniversary of Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine’s chief negotiator, Rustem Umerov, said discussions would resume in the Swiss city this morning. Hopes for a breakthrough during the latest third round of trilateral talks are low, as the Kremlin has not wavered from its maximalist demands for Ukrainian territory. Just hours before the d

The US military struck three alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the eastern Pacific and Caribbean yesterday, killing all 11 people on board, US Southern Command said. The Southern Command said in a statement that intelligence confirmed the vessels were transiting along known narco-trafficking routes and were engaged in narco-trafficking operations. It added that no US military personnel were harmed. The strikes brought the death toll from the US campaign, which began in Se

In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, three matches are scheduled for today. Defending champions India will take on the Netherlands in a Group A match at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The match will start at 7 PM local time. In Group A, Pakistan will take on Namibia in a clash at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo at 3 PM, while in the Group D clash, South Africa will face the United Arab Emirates at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi at 11 AM. Meanwhile, Nepal defeated Scotla

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited his Bangladeshi counterpart, Tarique Rahman, to visit India along with his family. In a letter to Mr Rahman, PM Modi expressed his eagerness to work closely with the BNP leader to further strengthen the multifaceted bilateral relationship between the two nations. PM Modi said as two close neighbours, India and Bangladesh have a deep-rooted friendship founded on shared history, cultural ties and the aspirations of the peoples for peace

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma has said that New Shillong is being built on four pillars – tourism, sports and culture, education and skilling and technology. Mr Sangma informed the State Assembly that Shillong is growing rapidly and the New Shillong Township is being developed, which will be Meghalaya’s “engine of growth”, creating 1.5 lakh jobs in the future. Replying to a short-duration discussion moved by Mawryngkneng MLA, Heaving Stone Kharpran on developmenta

The newly elected members of parliament (MPs) of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) took the oath of office at the Jatiya Sangsad this morning. However, they did not take an oath as members of the Constitution Reform Council, reports a leading local Daily. Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin administered the oath at 10:43 am in line with the Constitution, as the posts of Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 12th Parliament are currently vacant. At the outset of the