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NEW DELHI- Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a special gesture by personally receiving Russian President Vladimir Putin at the airport tarmac on December 4, marking the beginning of the Russian leader's two-day State Visit to India. The two leaders warmly hugged

HYDERABAD- Hardik Pandya’s comeback triggered such an overwhelming fan frenzy that organizers had no choice but to shift the Baroda–Gujarat SMAT fixture to a high-capacity stadium. The match, originally scheduled here at the Gymkhana Ground, was relocated to the Rajiv Gandhi

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — The 90 mark has been breached, with the rupee sliding to a historic low against the US dollar on December 3. The currency dipped past 90 in early trade, marking the weakest level India has

NEW DELHI- At 37, Virat Kohli’s bat has delivered a resounding, two-century message, definitively quashing recent debates about his enduring class. With back-to-back hundreds—135 in Ranchi and 102 in Raipur—against South Africa, the former India captain has showcased his competitive

ISLAMABAD – Days of swirling rumours about Imran Khan’s health and mounting anger among his supporters finally pushed the government to relent and allow his sister, Uzma Khanum, a brief visit inside Rawalpindi’s Adiala jail. Khanum emerged from the meeting on December 2

NEW DELHI -India remains the world’s fastest-growing major economy with an expected growth of 6.7 per cent in 2025-26, driven by higher private consumption and buoyant government expenditure on infrastructure projects, according to the economic outlook report released by the Organization for Economic Co-operation

NEW DELHI- Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov on December 2 acknowledged that India faces pressure from the United States over its purchases of Russian oil but affirmed that Moscow respects New Delhi's sovereign national interests. Peskov's remarks come just days before Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India for the

COLOMBO -Under 'Operation Sagar Bandhu', Indian rescue officials have intensified relief operations in disaster-hit Sri Lanka as the island nation continues to battle harsh weather conditions due to Cyclone Ditwah. The Indian officials are working in coordination with the Sri Lanka Air

RANCHI- Virat Kohli returned to action with a bang, scoring a century in the first ODI against South Africa, and said his usual routine of physical fitness and visualization helped him perform at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, here. India put

India-West News Desk MUMBAI - The chemistry within the Indian cricket team's One Day International squad appears to be in turmoil, with reports suggesting an icy relationship between coach Gautam Gambhir and star batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. This internal discord,

MUMBAI- Filmmaker Rohit Shetty has released a teaser that playfully mocks the very thing he’s most famous for: his “crash-packed action movies.” The fresh new teaser opens inside Rohit’s office, where he’s seen mid-rant, visibly agitated and pacing. “Gaadi, train…… sab crash

HYDERABAD-As many as 983 people have been caught for driving vehicles under the influence of alcohol during the special weekend drive in the limits of Hyderabad and Cyberabad Police Commissionerate, police said on November 30. While 552 drivers were apprehended during

NEW DELHI- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on November 25 issued fresh directions to airlines, making annual fatigue-management training compulsory for pilots, cabin crew, and other staff involved in planning crew schedules. The move comes amid growing concern over rising duty hours

NEW DELHI- Unverified reports circulating on Afghan media about the death of Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have triggered political unrest across Pakistan and prompted Indian intelligence agencies to place security forces on high alert. Khan’s son Kasim Khan publicly demanded proof of

KATHMANDU-Nepal's Central Bank has brought new 100-rupee-denominated currency notes that showcase the disputed lands of Kalapani, Lipulekh, and Limpiyadhura, claimed by both Nepal and India, into circulation starting November 27. Five years after the Himalayan republic revised its political map to include these disputed

NEW DELHI -India’s wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant admitted that the team "did not play good cricket" in the recently concluded two-game Test series against South Africa and apologized to the fans for not being able to "live up to their expectations". India

MUMBAI- Social media influencer Orry, who was called for interrogation by Mumbai's Anti-Narcotics Cell, has been reported to not cooperate in the investigation. The Mumbai Crime Branch has said that the social media influencer did not reveal much during questioning. He consistently stated that

MUMBAI- Former India captain Rohit Sharma — the man who lifted the Men’s T20 World Cup trophy in 2024 — has been named the tournament ambassador for the 2026 edition, to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. This appointment represents

GLASGOW – Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state, Gujarat and the city of  Ahmedabadhas officially been confirmed as the host city for the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030. This will be the second time that India will host the Commonwealth Games

GUWAHATI- South Africa head coach Shukri Conrad gave an honest and striking explanation for his team's late declaration: they wanted India to "spend as much time on their feet" as possible and be forced into a long, exhausting chase in the waning

NEW DELHI- The Taj Palace’s dome silhouetted against a night sky shrouded in flames and smoke became one of the defining visuals of that November night, 17 years ago, which marked a new chapter in terror and the Indian citizens’

PATNA- Nitish Kumar took oath as Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time on November 20, marking a historic milestone in state politics. Along with him, 26 ministers were inducted into the newly formed cabinet of the NDA government. The

MUMBAI- Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana marryiis ng music composer Palaash Muchhal on November 23 this year. The union has turned heads, with even Prime Minister Narendra Modi writing to wish and bless the couple and their respective families. He wrote, “As they start

PATNA-Nitish Kumar will be sworn in as Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time on November 20, at Patna’s historic Gandhi Maidan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the ceremony as the chief guest. The Bihar government is expecting over

NEW DELHI- The country’s media and entertainment sector is projected to cross $100 billion by 2030, the government announced on November 15. This sector has emerged as one of the nation’s fastest-growing industries, primarily powered by digital innovation, strong youth-driven demand,

NEW DELHI-Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 18 told a top Kremlin aide that he is looking forward to host Russian President Vladimir Putin in India, next month. Modi said this to Nikolai Patrushev, aide to the Russian President and Chairman

NEW DELHI-India has now emerged as the world’s sixth largest patent filer with over 64,000 patents, out of which more than 55 per cent are by resident Indian innovators, a sharp departure from the earlier trend of innovators depending on foreign institutions for research, mentorship,

NEW DELHI-Rohini Acharya, daughter of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, on November 16 levelled serious allegations of being humiliated and physically intimidated, which compelled her to leave behind her "crying parents and sisters" and depart. Rohini posted in Hindi (loosely translated),

SRINAGAR-A day after his identity was confirmed by matching DNA with his mother, security forces on November 14, demolished the house of Dr. Umar Nabi, the prime accused in the Delhi blast in which 12 people were killed and many

HYDERABAD-A Hyderabad family lost 18 of its members in the horrific bus accident near Medina in Saudi Arabia, which claimed the lives of 45 Umra pilgrims from this southern city. Three generations of the family of Shaikh Naseeruddin, a retired railway employee, lost their

NEW DELHI-India on November 17 said that it has noted the verdict announced by the so-called 'International Crimes Tribunal of Bangladesh' concerning former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and remains committed to the best interests of the people of the neighboring

KOLKATA-India's head coach Gautam Gambhir has defended the pitch curator amid the criticism of the Eden Gardens' pitch, stating that they got ‘exactly’ what they had asked for and "there were no demons" in the wicket. Reigning World Test Champions South

NEW DELHI-Investigations into the Red Fort blast that killed 12 people and injured dozens have revealed a sophisticated, white-collar terror network directly controlled by Pakistan’s ISI, but routed through Afghanistan, Turkey and other countries to mask Islamabad’s involvement. Intelligence Bureau officials

KOLKATA-India’s Test skipper Shubman Gill has been released from the Kolkata hospital where he was treated for a neck spasm suffered during the opening Test against South Africa. Despite being discharged, uncertainty continues to surround his availability for the second Test in

NEW DELHI- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has declared the NDA's decisive victory in the Bihar Assembly elections as the foundation for the BJP's next offensive: against the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government of West Bengal. Speaking at the BJP headquarters after the

NEW DELHI-Hours after the National Democratic Alliance romped home with over 200 seats in Bihar, senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Jairam Ramesh launched a blistering attack on the Election Commission, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Home Minister Amit Shah, accusing

KOLKATA- Jasprit Bumrah delivered a firm message after dismantling South Africa with a superb 5-27 on the first day of the first Test at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on November 14: he is not interested in answering questions about workload

NEW DELHI- Member of Parliament Raghav Chadha shared an anecdote from his early political career, revealing that senior leader Jyotiraditya Scindia offered him support following his first electoral defeat. Speaking at a fireside chat during the FICCI Young Leaders Summit 2025

KOLKATA- India skipper Shubman Gill admitted that he was “still trying to figure out how to balance” playing across three formats as he is set to lead India in the Test series after featuring in the white-ball tour of Australia. After their white-ball

MUMBAI – Sixteen of the 25 companies featured on the ‘Fortune World’s Best Workplaces 2025’ list have operations in India, according to a report released on November 13. The list, compiled by Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine, was based on surveys of

NEW DELHI- The Election Commission of India (ECI) on November 13 announced comprehensive arrangements for the counting of votes in the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, scheduled for November 14. The announcement follows record voter participation. For the counting day, elaborate arrangements have

NEW DELHI- US President Donald Trump’s foreign policy is increasingly shaped by his personal interest in cryptocurrency, according to an article in the ‘Pakistan Observer’ newspaper. This interest has led to "the recalibration of Washington’s approach toward Pakistan, a country once viewed predominantly through the lens

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, and Home Minister Amit Shah have vowed that those responsible for the November 10 Red Fort explosion that killed Indian citizens will be brought to justice. Details emerging from an arms

NEW DELHI -India captain Harmanpreet Kaur said winning the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup was not an overnight success, and happened due to two years of sustained preparation. India beat South Africa by 52 runs in the final at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai

NEW DELHI- Delhi-NCR woke up to a thick blanket of smog on November 9 as the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunged into the 'very poor' category across several parts of the city. In some areas, the situation was even grimmer, as AQI readings slipped into the 'severe' zone. The Central Pollution Control

NEW DELHI- The Supreme Court on November 7 issued a slew of directions to insulate key public spaces from the growing stray dog menace and to clear highways of stray cattle and other animals. A Bench of Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and N.V.Anjaria, hearing the case

NEW DELHI — A powerful explosion ripped through parked vehicles near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station on the evening of November 10, killing at least 10 people and injuring over a dozen others. The blast sent shockwaves through the capital and prompted authorities to declare

NEW DELHI - Intelligence agencies have raised serious concerns regarding the Dawood Ibrahim syndicate's move to exploit South Indian routes to bolster its drug business. Reports indicate the D-syndicate is now leveraging the established network of former Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) operatives and sympathizers

NEW DELHI- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on November 7 was forced to officially deny reports that went viral and has been reported by a section of the media that it had dumped 35 tons of gold from its

BANGKOK- At least 270 Indian nationals, including 26 women, were deported from Thailand’s Mae Sot city to India by two special Indian Air Force flights, the Indian Embassy in Bangkok stated on November 6. According to the Indian Embassy, these Indian nationals recently crossed into Thailand