New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) The dawn of the 19th century in Hindustan was marked by the deafening sound of European cannon, yet the greatest anxiety felt in the distant councils of the British Empire was not the size of the native armies but the ominous possibility of their intellectual growth.
New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Nearly four years into Russia's invasion, satellite constellations have proved indispensable for Ukraine, keeping communications alive despite sustained electronic and physical attacks.
Kathmandu, Dec 7 (IANS) Nepal's anti-graft body on Sunday filed corruption cases at the Special Court against 55 individuals, including five former ministers and several former government secretaries, and a Chinese construction company in connection with irregularities in the construction of the Pokhara Regional International Airport.
New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Bangladesh, once considered a poster child of development among emerging economies, now finds itself at critical crossroads. For years, the country defied odds, posting consistent GDP growth, expanding its garment exports, improving key human development indicators, and reducing poverty at a commendable rate. International observers -- from the World Bank to regional think tanks -- celebrated what many dubbed the "Bangladesh miracle". However, by mid-2025, this narrative has shifted dramatically.
New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will kick off a special discussion in Lok Sabha on Monday to mark 150 years of 'Vande Mataram' as part of an exercise that promises to highlight many lesser-known facets related to the patriotic song.
Gandhinagar, Dec 7 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday inaugurated over 800 newly constructed EWS (Economically Weaker Section) houses, built under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) in Ahmedabad and reiterated the Modi government’s resolve to provide free housing to the poor, enabling a dignified and respectful life for all.
Kolkata, Dec 7 (IANS) The renovation and construction of a 5.8 km long road from Padadiha to Banshpatri in Kharagpur subdivision of West Bengal's Paschim Medinipur district began recently, under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).
New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) The European Commission's persistent refusal to release the Election Expert Mission (EEM) report on Pakistan's 2024 elections has raised many eyebrows as it gives the impression that is overlooking the EU's cherished values of democracy and transparency.
New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) As the political-military situation deteriorates in Pakistan and faces persistent security threats from Afghanistan, Balochistan and other non-state actors along with massive political instability, several reports and experts now claim that Pakistan cannot politically afford to eliminate former Prime Minister Imran Khan, despite persistent rumours about his safety in custody that have fuelled nationwide anxiety.
New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Highlighting that more than 8.5 lakh youths have been provided government jobs in Uttar Pradesh in the past eight years, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the BJP government has also focused on imparting skills to 12 lakh youths and making them job-ready.
