President Droupadi Murmu conducted ancestral rituals at Vishnupad Temple during the Pitru Paksha festival on Saturday. She became the first serving President to perform pind daan ceremonies for departed family members. The traditional rites took place under supervision from Rajesh Lal Katariar, who maintains genealogical records for families from her native Upar Beda village in Odisha. Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and senior officials attended the ceremony.
Authorities implemented extensive security measures throughout Gaya for the presidential visit. Multiple police units controlled traffic and monitored the route from Gaya International Airport to the temple complex. The President traveled by special Indian Air Force aircraft...
Music director Sai Abhyankkar dismissed media speculation about rivalry with established composer Anirudh during his debut press conference. The 20-year-old artist attended the pre-release event for bilingual sports drama Balti. He emphasized that Anirudh has achieved considerable success while his career has just begun. The young composer expressed gratitude for audience support and rejected any notion of competition between them. He stated his focus remains on future projects and continued growth.
Balti marks Abhyankkar's first Malayalam film composition. Lead actor Shane Nigam praised the soundtrack and expressed pride in collaborating with the rising talent. The composer gained recognition after his independent single Katchi Sera...
A Delhi magistrate delayed the bail hearing for Gaganpreet Kaur until September 24 after police argued they needed more time to collect evidence. Authorities told Judicial Magistrate Ankit Garg they had not retrieved Kaur's mobile device and driver's permit, which they consider essential to their investigation. The defendant faces charges related to a fatal BMW collision that killed Navjot Singh, a Deputy Secretary at the Finance Ministry, and injured his wife Sandeep Kaur on September 14. Defense lawyers assured the court that Kaur's family would provide the missing phone and license by Saturday evening. Prosecutors maintain that the investigation remains in early stages.
The deadly crash occurred at 1 P.M. near Delhi Cantt Metro...
Sam Pitroda sparked controversy by describing Pakistan as feeling like home during his visit there. The Indian Overseas Congress chief emphasized cultural similarities between the nations and advocated for peaceful neighborhood relations. BJP spokesperson Shahnawaz Hussain criticized these statements and questioned Congress party intentions. The ruling party accused Congress of repeatedly showing sympathy toward Pakistan.
Congress leaders rushed to defend Pitroda's position. Spokesperson Surendra Rajput pointed out BJP's acceptance of cricket matches with Pakistan while Congress MP Manoj Kumar characterized the remarks as personal opinions. Kumar noted Pakistan's historical connection to India before partition. The Samajwadi Party...
The Indian government collaborates with the technology association Nasscom to evaluate the consequences of the United States' new H-1B visa pricing structure. Washington will charge companies $100,000 annually for each visa application starting September 21. Officials coordinate responses through diplomatic channels while consulting industry representatives about potential business disruptions.
American corporations face the greatest financial burden since they depend heavily on Indian technical expertise for specialized positions. Analysts predict that the policy shift may accelerate the development of the Global Capability Center within India, as companies seek alternative talent solutions. Indian professionals currently hold the...
India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval engaged in bilateral discussions with Canadian official Nathalie G. Drouin during her Thursday visit to New Delhi. The September 18 meeting addressed cooperation on counterterrorism initiatives, transnational crime prevention, and intelligence sharing between both nations. This dialogue represented continuation of established security consultations between the two governments. The talks built upon earlier conversations between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the Alberta G7 Summit. Both officials recognized growing political momentum toward enhanced bilateral cooperation.
The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized that discussions focused on rebuilding...
The seafood export industry positions India as a dominant force across 132 global markets. Export volumes reached 16,98,170 tonnes valued at Rs 62,408.45 crore during 2024-25, representing growth from the previous year's Rs 60,523.89 crore. The sector provides employment for over 30 million people engaged in fishing and aquaculture operations. Officials target doubling current export values to $15 billion within the next six years.
The Seafood Exporters Association of India prepares to host the 24th India International Seafood Show from September 25 through 28 at Bharat Mandapam. This trade exhibition forms part of World Food India 2025, the government's premier food innovation platform. More than 260 exhibitors will participate...
President Donald Trump established a new annual payment of $100,000 for H-1B visa applications, prompting sharp criticism from Indian Congress leaders. The opposition party accused the Modi government of allowing deteriorating relations with Washington despite claims of strong friendship between the two leaders. Congress representatives pointed to multiple examples of American policies harming Indian interests, such as increased tariffs on goods and sanctions affecting trade routes.
Trump defended the policy as necessary for protecting American employment opportunities. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick explained that the high fee would discourage companies from hiring foreign workers and encourage them to invest in domestic training...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched development initiatives valued at Rs 34,200 crore during the 'Samudra se Samriddhi' program held in Bhavnagar on Saturday. The ceremony emphasized maritime infrastructure with projects worth Rs 7,870 crore spanning major Indian ports. Modi stressed the importance of achieving self-reliant India through these investments. The program featured the opening of Mumbai's International Cruise Terminal at Indira Dock and groundbreaking ceremonies for new container facilities at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata. Additional maritime developments encompassed cargo berths at Paradip Port, container handling upgrades, and modernization efforts across Chennai Port, Kamarajar Port, and inland waterway...
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