Major General Paul Owuor Otieno from Kenya's naval forces met General Upendra Dwivedi in New Delhi on Monday to discuss defense partnership opportunities between their nations. The commanders addressed security challenges in the Indian Ocean Region and emphasized their dedication to maintaining peace. Otieno honored fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial before the meeting. The discussions centered on expanding bilateral military ties and regional stability efforts.
His arrival coincided with four Indian naval vessels docking in Mombasa for training operations. Personnel from both countries will participate in joint exercises and cultural exchanges during the visit. The deployment follows earlier stops in Seychelles, Mauritius...
Priyanka Chopra extended her congratulations to Diljit Dosanjh after he received an Emmy nomination for his work in Amar Singh Chamkila. The actress shared her praise through Instagram Stories on her social media account, and she wrote a message that mixed English with Punjabi. Alia Bhatt similarly acknowledged his achievement on Saturday through her Instagram platform. Both actresses celebrated the recognition for the Netflix biographical drama.
The actor posted a video on Friday about his upcoming Hong Kong performance scheduled for on September 28 as part of his Aura Tour. Diljit stressed that compassion surpasses all professional accomplishments while engaging warmly with admirers. The film directed by Imtiaz Ali chronicles the...
Shalini Pandey credits her 2017 debut film Arjun Reddy as the catalyst that transformed her acting career. The Telugu blockbuster paired her with Vijay Deverakonda as she portrayed a medical student. The actress told IANS that the overwhelming audience response provided essential validation for her professional aspirations. She acknowledged that the project was a first-time venture for the entire team.
The performer described her industry experience as exceptionally fortunate due to valuable learning opportunities. Pandey expressed gratitude for collaborating with talented directors and co-stars throughout her subsequent projects. She emphasized that her initial film set high standards that continued through later work. The actress...
A Japanese sumo wrestler performed a traditional salt-throwing ritual in Tokyo to honor Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday. Jokoryu Takayuki executed the Shiomaki ceremony by scattering salt in the wrestling ring for spiritual purification. The practice protects against negative forces according to Shinto traditions. The Indian Minorities Federation in Japan organized the event as part of Vishwa Sewa Pakhwada.
Modi recently praised the Indian cricket team after their Asia Cup championship victory against Pakistan on Sunday in Dubai. The team secured their ninth title by defeating their rivals by five wickets in a final-over finish. India maintained an undefeated record against Pakistan throughout the 2025...
President Droupadi Murmu addressed probationers from three service groups on Monday. She emphasized the growing importance of statistical analysis for effective governance. Nations with highly trained workforces can better address global challenges and capitalize on development opportunities. She urged young Indians to acquire advanced technological capabilities as the country pursues technology-driven expansion.
Engineers drive technological advancement and economic development, Murmu noted. The government prioritizes large-scale infrastructure projects, but she stressed that growth must remain sustainable. Officers will influence both policy creation and execution through meaningful feedback. Their dedication to serving all citizens...
India's industrial output rose 4 percent during August, marking the second consecutive month of gains, according to government statistics released on Monday. The Index of Industrial Production showed mining activities jumped 6 percent after monsoon disruptions ended, and manufacturing expanded 3.8 percent during the same period. Basic metals led sector advances with 12.2 percent growth, while motor vehicle production climbed 9.8 percent compared with August of last year.
Capital goods manufacturing increased 4.4 percent, signaling business investment in factory equipment, and consumer durable production grew 3.5 percent as household incomes rose. Infrastructure development surged 10.6 percent on the strength of highway, railway, and...
India faces Sri Lanka on Tuesday at Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati to begin their quest for a maiden senior women's global title. The match starts at 3 PM IST as the hosts aim to capitalize on home advantage in the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup. Smriti Mandhana recently hammered a 50-ball century against Australia, but questions remain about India's bowling depth, and fielding lapses surfaced during a 2-1 series loss. Chamari Athapaththu leads the island nation in what likely represents her final ODI World Cup campaign.
Nepal's former monarch Gyanendra Shah dropped his royal title on Sunday after using it for 17 years following the monarchy's abolition. The announcement came during the Dashain festival from his residence at Nirmal Niwas. Shah asked for state reforms that respect public sentiment and embrace younger generations' aspirations. The shift follows police interrogation of his communication secretary about using unconstitutional royal designations.
Police had required a written pledge from aide Phanindra Pathak to stop employing the title Shree Panch Maharajadhiraj. Rajan Karki stated the former ruler agreed to honor national laws. Recent political upheaval sparked discussions about restoring the monarchy, but Shah reportedly demanded...
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Monday that India pursues trade pacts with the United States, European Union, New Zealand, Oman, Peru, and Chile. Qatar and Bahrain have signaled their desire to negotiate similar arrangements with Asia's economic powerhouse. The country already maintains agreements with the United Arab Emirates, Australia, and the United Kingdom while preparing to activate its EFTA deal on October 1.
Goyal credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for transforming the nation from economic fragility in 2014 to the fourth-largest global economy. The minister emphasized that foreign exchange reserves surpassed $700 billion, and inflation dropped to 2 percent. India will reach $5 trillion in economic output within...
