In a key diplomatic meeting this week, India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, sat down with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss the strengthening of ties between the two countries. As global uncertainties grow, the two leaders emphasized the growing importance of their political and economic cooperation. Jaishankar highlighted how vital it is for India and Russia to continue collaborating in these unpredictable times. This meeting comes just ahead of the BRI

India LPG Carriers Move Through Strait of Hormuz India has moved nearly all of its LPG carriers out of the Strait of Hormuz with support from the Indian Navy as tensions continue to affect shipping security in the Persian Gulf region. Government sources said on Thursday, May 14, 2026, that the 14th Indian liquefied petroleum gas carrier had crossed the strategic waterway, while one final vessel remained in the process of crossing under close monitoring.

Mount Rushmore, located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, is one of the most recognized landmarks in the United States. This monumental granite sculpture features the 60-foot faces of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. These iconic figures were chosen for their pivotal roles in the birth, expansion, and preservation of the United States. The Vision of Doane Robinson The idea for Mount Rus

Students Furious After NEET-UG Re-Test Announcement The sudden decision to conduct a re-test for NEET-UG 2026 after an alleged paper leak in Rajasthan has triggered massive outrage among students and parents across Kolkata. Thousands of candidates who appeared for the highly competitive medical entrance examination on May 3 were left shocked after the National Testing Agency (NTA) announced that the examination would be cancelled and conducted again. Students said

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged Indians to avoid buying gold, reduce foreign travel and cut unnecessary fuel usage for at least a year as the ongoing United States-Israel conflict with Iran continues to shake global energy markets. The remarks quickly sparked discussions online because gold is deeply connected to Indian families, savings and traditions. Many people immediately began asking th

An Indian-origin donor cleared final-year student loans for 176 North Carolina State University graduates, turning a Raleigh commencement ceremony into a major student debt relief story watched beyond North Carolina, including by Indian American and NY families. The surprise announcement came at Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Friday, May 9, 2026, during the Wilson College of Textiles commencement ceremony. Anil Kochhar Honors His Father’s India

FIFA is racing to finalize 2026 FIFA World Cup TV rights in China and India, with broadcast deals still unresolved less than a month before the tournament begins on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The delay matters because China and India represent two of the world’s largest sports audiences. Without final agreements, millions of football fans could face uncertainty over where to watch the tournament. China CCTV Talks Move Forward Senior FIFA offici

A cinematic political reel comparing Vijay and Pawan Kalyan is rapidly becoming one of India’s most discussed viral political videos, triggering huge engagement across Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook, and X. The viral political reel, centered around leadership, public mandate, governance, and p

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi will visit New Delhi this week to attend the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, where discussions are expected to focus on the growing West Asia crisis, regional stability, and global energy security. The two-day meeting, scheduled for May 14 and 15 under India’s BRICS chairmanship, comes at a time when tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel continue to affect the Strait of Hormuz and international oil markets. India, which dep

May 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on companies to adopt work-from-home policies and reduce unnecessary travel as the Iran war continues to affect global fuel supplies and economic stability. Following the Prime Minister’s appeal, IT employee body NITES has written to the labour ministry seeking an official advisory for remote work in the IT and IT-enabled services sector. The request

The Indian Air Force’s famous Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team thrilled thousands of spectators with a grand air show above the Somnath Temple on May 11 during the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav-2026 celebrations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the special event, which marked 75 years since the reconstruction of the historic temple. The colourful flypast and precision aerial formations became one of the biggest highlights of the celebrations in Gujarat, drawing devotees, tourists, and aviation ent

A Turkish Airlines flight arriving from Istanbul experienced an emergency landing situation at Nepal’s Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu after one of its landing gear wheels caught fire upon touchdown on May 10th, Sunday. Airport authorities confirmed that the fire was quickly brought under control and all passengers and crew members were safely evacuated from the aircraft without injuries. The aircraft, operating as Turkish Airlines flight TK726, was carrying 278 passe

Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Asim Munir, on Sunday described last year’s four-day conflict with India as a “battle between two ideologies” while claiming that Pakistan’s military strategy proved superior during the hostilities. Speaking at a ceremony held at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi to mark the first anniversary of “Marka-e-Haq,” the title Islamabad uses for the conflict, Munir said Pakistan responded with unity and military preparedness during the e

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to adopt responsible economic habits to help India manage the impact of rising global oil prices and supply chain disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East. Addressing a gathering in Hyderabad, the prime minister appealed to the public to reduce petrol and diesel consumption, avoid unnecessary foreign travel, and limit non-essential gold purchases in order to protect the nation’s foreign exchange reserves and economic stability.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Pawan Kalyan at his Jubilee Hills residence in Hyderabad on Saturday, May 10, following the actor-politician’s recent surgery and ongoing recovery. The visit quick