An Empire's bitter harvest: The sugar rivalry between West Indies and British India (From the Archives)

Santosh Kumar Verma | October 26, 2025 11:27 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) In the early 19th century, within the grand theatre of the British Parliament, a bitter conflict unfolded, not of armies and navies, but of commodities and capital. It was a struggle that pitted one cornerstone of the empire, the powerful West India sugar colonies, against the burgeoning and complex interests of Britain's vast dominion in India.

CM Yogi Adityanath calls on JP Nadda in Delhi

IANS | October 26, 2025 10:47 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday paid a courtesy visit to BJP National President and Union Minister for Chemicals, Fertilisers and Health J.P. Nadda at the latter’s official residence in the national capital. The meeting took place at a time when the BJP has intensified its preparations for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections.

Bihar: Direct flight from Purnia to Delhi and Hyderabad begins, passengers delighted

IANS | October 26, 2025 8:12 PM

Patna, Oct 26 (IANS) As the passenger traffic witnessed a surge since the launch of commercial flight operations last month, Purnia airport expanded its services to new airports, establishing direct connectivity with Delhi and Hyderabad airports.

Chhath Puja, GST Bachat Utsav, Indian Coffee and more: Highlights of PM Modi’s 127th 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | October 26, 2025 7:36 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed the nation in the 127th edition of “Mann Ki Baat” – a monthly radio broadcast, where he greeted the countrymen on the Chhath Parv, saluted the efforts of young creators in reviving Sanskrit and also touched upon issues like Indian coffee getting the global spotlight.

PM Modi’s Chhath Parv greetings in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme excites devotees

IANS | October 26, 2025 5:15 PM

Patna, Oct 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation through his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme for the 127th time, greeted the countrymen on the occasion of Chhath Mahaparv and described the festival as a living example of inclusivity.

Pakistan's basketball community's outrage over alleged favouritism showcases administrative failure: Report

IANS | October 26, 2025 4:58 PM

Islamabad, Oct 26 (IANS) Pakistan’s basketball community’s outrage over the alleged favouritism and lack of transparency in the team selection for the Singapore tournament marks yet another case of the country’s administrative failure in sports. Reports of deserving players being sidelined have sparked uproar, a report has stated.

'Celebrate festivals responsibly': Say leaders as PM Modi highlights Chhath Puja, Diwali in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

IANS | October 26, 2025 2:15 PM

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IANS) The 127th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday drew wide praise from leaders across the country, who hailed his message of social unity, environmental awareness, and responsible celebration of festivals.

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An Empire's bitter harvest: The sugar rivalry between West Indies and British India (From the Archives)

CM Yogi Adityanath calls on JP Nadda in Delhi

Bihar: Direct flight from Purnia to Delhi and Hyderabad begins, passengers delighted

Chhath Puja, GST Bachat Utsav, Indian Coffee and more: Highlights of PM Modi’s 127th 'Mann Ki Baat'

PM Modi’s Chhath Parv greetings in ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme excites devotees

Pakistan's basketball community's outrage over alleged favouritism showcases administrative failure: Report

'Celebrate festivals responsibly': Say leaders as PM Modi highlights Chhath Puja, Diwali in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

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