Madhya Pradesh announces 60-day remission for 14,000 prisoners

IANS | August 23, 2025 1:46 PM

Bhopal, Aug 23 (IANS) In a humanitarian gesture coinciding with the celebration of “Shri Krishna Janmashtami,” which occurred on August 16, the Madhya Pradesh government has announced a 60-day remission for thousands of convicted prisoners across the state.

When it comes to our strategic autonomy, govt's stand is clear: EAM Jaishankar

IANS | August 23, 2025 1:43 PM

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) In a sharp and unapologetic response to criticism from Western nations, particularly the US, External Affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar, defended India’s oil trade policies, particularly its continued purchase and export of Russian crude and refined products. He also stated that "when it comes to the interests of farmers, when it comes to our strategic autonomy, our stand is clear."

Tamil Nadu: Thousands flock to Viluppuram’s Angalamman temple for Swing festival

IANS | August 23, 2025 11:50 AM

Viluppuram (Tamil Nadu), Aug 23 (IANS) The Arulmigu Angalamman Temple in Melmalayanur, Viluppuram district, witnessed a grand celebration of the Swing Festival (Unjal Utsavam) on Saturday, coinciding with the new Moon day in the Tamil month of Avani. The event drew thousands of devotees from across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, and Puducherry.

Lionel Messi led Argentina to play FIFA friendly in India

IANS | August 23, 2025 11:01 AM

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 23 (IANS) India is all set to witness football history this November, as global icon Lionel Messi and the reigning FIFA World Cup champions Argentina are scheduled to arrive in Kerala for a friendly match.