Congress spokesperson says 'drunk Army uncles' should avoid media, politics; veterans hit back

IANS | September 7, 2026 11:01 AM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Several military veterans on Monday strongly criticised Congress spokesperson Reetam Singh over his remarks targeting retired Indian Army officers, suggesting that their participation in television debates and politics, along with access to subsidised Defence canteens, could pose a risk to civilian control and potentially lead to situations similar to those witnessed in Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other parts of Southeast Asia.

Sergio Gor meets Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, says his journey shows US-India space cooperation

IANS | September 7, 2026 12:11 AM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, on Sunday met Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station and said his journey showcases US-India space cooperation.

PM Modi hails consecration of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Paris as milestone for India-France cultural ties

IANS | September 6, 2026 11:59 PM

New Delhi/Paris, Sep 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his heartfelt congratulations on the consecration of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir near Paris, describing it as a significant addition to India's cultural presence in Europe and a new chapter in India-France relations.

End of regime in Iran is near, it is fighting for existence: Netanyahu

IANS | September 6, 2026 11:30 PM

Jerusalem, Sep 6 (IANS) Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that the end of the regime in Iran is near and it is fighting for its life, noting that there is another mission to complete.

Nepal: India continues search and rescue operations in Chilime Tunnel

IANS | September 6, 2026 11:09 PM

Kathmandu, Sep 6 (IANS) India's tunnel rescue team is continuing its operations despite challenging conditions and poor access, India's Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, said on Sunday.

From Gun to Gram Sabha: What real rehabilitation looks like

Bhaavna Arora | September 6, 2026 10:48 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) For decades, the story of Left-Wing Extremism was written through ambushes, landmines, armed squads and funerals. Today, in parts of Maharashtra's Gadchiroli, another story is being written. Its images are quieter -- a former Maoist discussing Gram Sabha rights, surrendered cadres rebuilding their homes, young people entering classrooms and workplaces, and men and women once trained for conflict learning to live without fear.

In UP’s Hardoi, Har Ghar Jal beneficiaries share transition from water shortages to potable water availability

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:41 PM

Lucknow, Sep 6 (IANS) Jal Jeevan Mission, a flagship scheme of the Central government designed to provide clean and safe drinking water, has brought significant transformation in the lives of villagers across the country.

Election in Bangladesh reduced to rubber-stamp exercise: Report

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:03 PM

Dhaka, Sep 6 (IANS) The election is reduced to a rubber-stamp exercise validating a political outcome already engineered on the streets, a report said, analysing the political shift in Bangladesh amid the 11-party alliance's Dhaka-Chattogram march.

Afghanistan Foreign Minister, UNHCR representative discuss Afghan refugees' return

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:00 PM

Kabul, Sep 6 (IANS) Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a meeting with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) representative in Afghanistan, Arafat Jamal, discussing the return of Afghan refugees and measures taken to provide them support and assistance after they arrive in the Islamic nation, local media reported on Sunday.

IAF to display famous Dolphin Leap and Spot Stall Turn manoeuvres at airshow in Egypt

IANS | September 6, 2026 8:52 PM

Cairo, Sep 6 (IANS) The Sarang Helicopter Display Team of the Indian Air Force (IAF) will display its famous "Dolphin Leap" manoeuvre and also present a new manoeuvre called the Spot Stall Turn at the 2nd edition of the EI Alamein International Airshow at EI Alamein International Airport in Egypt, the Ministry of Defence said on Sunday.

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Congress spokesperson says 'drunk Army uncles' should avoid media, politics; veterans hit back

Sergio Gor meets Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, says his journey shows US-India space cooperation

PM Modi hails consecration of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Paris as milestone for India-France cultural ties

End of regime in Iran is near, it is fighting for existence: Netanyahu

Nepal: India continues search and rescue operations in Chilime Tunnel

From Gun to Gram Sabha: What real rehabilitation looks like

In UP’s Hardoi, Har Ghar Jal beneficiaries share transition from water shortages to potable water availability

Election in Bangladesh reduced to rubber-stamp exercise: Report

Afghanistan Foreign Minister, UNHCR representative discuss Afghan refugees' return

IAF to display famous Dolphin Leap and Spot Stall Turn manoeuvres at airshow in Egypt

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