India’s NSA Ajit Doval reveals that the India-China Galwan clash became the turning point for India to push aggressively for self-reliant defence manufacturing under PM Modi’s leadership. Doval said the realisation of strategic vulnerability pushed India to shed dependence on foreign arms.
At Chennai's IIT Madras, NSA Ajit Doval slammed foreign media over their reporting on Operation Sindoor. Challenging claims of Indian damage, he said, 'Show me one image where even a glass pane was broken.' He cited foreign satellite visuals showing Pakistani airbases, dismissing false narratives with sharp retort.
US President Donald Trump sparked another viral moment by abruptly interrupting Mauritania’s President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani during his speech at a high-level Africa leaders’ meeting. The awkward exchange, caught on camera, shows Trump asking him to 'wrap it up,' triggering diplomatic chatter and online buzz. The clip is being widely shared, raising eyebrows over Trump’s tone at the sensitive US-Africa summit.
In Nagpur, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s comment on stepping aside at 75 has sparked political speculation as PM Modi approaches the same age this September. Speaking at a book release in memory of Moropant Pingle, Bhagwat said, 'At 75, you should stop and make way for others.' Opposition leaders jumped on the remark, questioning if it signals a leadership shift within the Sangh Parivar or beyond.
Mandi, Himachal Pradesh: Amid severe floods, a 750-meter ropeway has become a lifeline for over 5,000 people in the Saraj constituency. With major roads and bridges collapsed, the Himachal government made the ropeway free for all 12 panchayats. RTDC officials say this aerial route is helping locals access ration and essentials, avoiding a 12-km journey. Deputy CM ordered the expansion of the free facility due to the disaster.
Yash Sahu, son of murdered tailor Kanhaiya Lal, expressed frustration after the Delhi High Court stayed the release of Udaipur Files. He questioned why a film revealing truth is blocked in 3 days, while justice for his father has been delayed for 3 years, despite clear video evidence.
The Ministry of External Affairs denounced Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann’s mockery of PM Modi’s five‑nation tour as 'irresponsible and regrettable,' stressing that state-level criticism risks straining ties with Global South nations. The MEA reaffirmed foreign policy is a central govt domain and disassociated itself from Mann’s offbeat remarks.
A dedicated Mexican rescue team, including Topos Azteca and Fundación 911 volunteers, have joined U.S. teams in central Texas after devastating flash floods. 'We’re going to be here until they tell us to leave,' said Hector Mendez. Their efforts, alongside U.S. crews, underscore unwavering solidarity during one of the deadliest floods in decades.
A major overhaul of the U.S. State Department is now entering the implementation phase, according to spokesperson Tammy Bruce. Triggered after a Supreme Court decision, the restructuring aims to tackle bureaucratic inefficiency and will roll out swiftly. No exact date was given.
The holy month of Shravan kicks off with chants of 'Har Har Mahadev' at Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Devotees flood Varanasi on Sawan’s first day. Flower showers by officials add to the spiritual high, marking a grand start to the sacred month.
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