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India’s inland waterways are quietly scripting a success story—one that reflects years of perseverance, vision, and an unwavering commitment to sustainable transport. In a proud moment for the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), cargo traffic on National Waterways reached a record-breaking 145.5 million tonnes in the financial year 2024-25….

On the eve of the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, extended heartfelt greetings to the nation, paying a deeply respectful tribute to one of India’s most revered figures. Her message carried warmth and reverence as she reflected on the life and legacy…

In a spirit of mutual trust and cooperation, India and Nepal held the 21st Director-General Level Talks on Customs Cooperation in Kathmandu on April 10 and 11, 2025. The two-day dialogue served as a constructive platform for both nations to reaffirm their commitment to fostering smoother, more efficient, and secure…

In a remarkable step toward the future of warfare, India has unveiled its indigenously developed 30-kilowatt laser-based weapon system, capable of neutralising helicopters, swarm drones, and even enemy radar installations. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), this high-tech system—known as the Mk-II (A) Laser-Directed Energy Weapon (DEW)—was…

In a deeply troubling turn of events, over 400 Hindu residents from the town of Dhulian in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district have reportedly fled their homes following violent clashes over the Waqf (Amendment) Act. The unrest, which allegedly led to the deaths of three individuals and extensive property damage, has…

In a meaningful step towards deepening India-Africa maritime cooperation, the harbour phase of the maiden Africa-India Key Maritime Engagement exercise (AIKEYME) was inaugurated aboard the Indian Navy’s frontline warship INS Chennai in Dar es Salaam on April 13, 2025. The ceremony, graced by Tanzania’s Minister of Defence and National Service…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in a factory mishap that occurred in Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh. In a heartfelt message, he extended his condolences to the grieving families and wished a swift recovery for the injured. Acknowledging the gravity of the…

In a warm and meaningful gesture of engagement, the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, Shri K. Kailashnathan, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier today in New Delhi. The meeting, while brief in its public announcement, holds significance as it reflects ongoing communication and cooperation between the Union Territory and the…

India reaffirmed its commitment to clean energy innovation at the Mission Innovation Annual Gathering 2025, held in Seoul, South Korea from April 9 to 11. The event brought together global leaders and experts in sustainable energy, where the Indian delegation, led by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), made a notable…

In a heartfelt tribute to Gujarati literature and journalism, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah addressed the 75th Foundation Day celebration of the renowned weekly magazine ‘Chitralekha’ in Mumbai. The event, held in the presence of several eminent dignitaries including Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and…