Curfew relaxed in Leh from 1 pm to 3 pm

IANS | September 27, 2025 2:07 PM

Leh, Sep 27 (IANS) Authorities on Saturday announced relaxation of curfew in Leh from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., as the situation showed signs of improvement.

India’s task is to transform Global South from rule-takers to rule-shapers

IANS | September 27, 2025 1:40 PM

New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) When it comes to Global South, India’s task is not to replace one hegemony with another, but to build a cooperative framework where Southern producers, shippers, and regulators gain dignity and competitiveness, a report has said, adding that by blending reaction with initiative — contesting unfair measures while advancing corridors in shipping, warehousing, finance, and capacity — the South can transform from rule-takers to rule-shapers.

BJP MP Dinesh Sharma criticises violence linked to ‘I Love Muhammad’ slogan

IANS | September 27, 2025 1:34 PM

Lucknow, Sep 27 (IANS) BJP MP Dinesh Sharma, on Saturday condemned the recent violence linked to the 'I Love Muhammad' poster controversy and urged communities to uphold peace and mutual respect. His comments came in the wake of violent protests in several parts of the country, including Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka.

Beyond superheroes: How desi comics are shaping a new India

IANS | September 27, 2025 12:10 PM

New Delhi, Sep 27 (IANS) India’s comic book industry is undergoing a creative renaissance, led by a new generation of homegrown creators who are transforming the nation's cultural narrative. Long overshadowed by Western imports, indigenous comics are now front and centre, weaving together mythology, social commentary, and contemporary themes with striking originality.