Assam: PM Modi reiterates commitment on Asom Diwas

IANS | December 2, 2025 4:37 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Extending greetings on the occasion of Asom Divas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reiterated the commitment to advancing the inclusive, culturally rooted and development-oriented vision of Swargadeo Chaolung Sukapha, the founder of the Ahom kingdom, whose legacy continues to shape Assam’s identity.

India never provokes, but do not leave evil-doers: Rajnath Singh

IANS | December 2, 2025 4:25 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 2 (IANS) Sending a strong message to its western neighbour, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday that India is a peace-loving nation and does not provoke anyone, but is prepared to eliminate anyone who disturbs peace and harmony in the country.

Hardik smashes unbeaten 77 on SMAT return to help Baroda win

IANS | December 2, 2025 4:17 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 2 (IANS) India allrounder Hardik Pandya smashed a 42-ball 77 not out for Baroda as the team chased down a 223-run target against Punjab to clinch their second consecutive victory at the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy here on Tuesday.

Indian Army deploys Integrated Task Force to provide critical relief, restore essential services in Sri Lanka

IANS | December 2, 2025 4:15 PM

New Delhi/Colombo, Dec 2 (IANS) As the ongoing 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' continues to save lives, the Indian Army on Tuesday announced deployment of an Integrated Task Force - a high-readiness, self-contained composite Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) contingent from the Shatrujeet Brigade - to provide critical relief, restore essential services and support families in Sri Lanka impacted by Cyclone Ditwah.

Rajya Sabha witnesses heated exchange over SIR despite govt's assurance on debate

IANS | December 2, 2025 4:09 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha experienced a heated standoff on Tuesday as opposition leaders, led by Congress veteran Mallikarjun Kharge, called for an urgent debate on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. They accused the process of causing suicides and voter disenfranchisement across 12 states and union territories.