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5-ft from disaster: How faith, courage, and a saree saved Tamil Nadu pilgrims in Nepal

Twenty-one Tamil Nadu pilgrims narrowly escaped a devastating flood in Nepal. A sudden storm transformed the mountain pass into a dangerous, waterlogged area. Selfless heroism by a couple, Ratnakumar and Poonguzhali, saved several stranded pilgrims. Indian officials and ministers coordinated a swift, multi-agency rescue operation for their evacuation. The group…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

89th Know India Programme: Indian Embassy opens applications for diaspora youth

The Embassy of India in Sofia is inviting applications for the 89th Know India Programme. This two-week event is scheduled to take place from September 15 to 29, 2026. Young members of the Indian diaspora aged eighteen to twenty-three years are eligible to apply. The programme offers exposure to India's…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Diamond merchant from Gujarat's Amreli went to Mali after investing in gold mine, but was kidnapped; family paid Rs 44 crore ransom to secure his release

Dhiru Ramani, an Indian-origin diamond businessman, was reportedly released from Mali after a ransom was paid. His family negotiated directly with the abductors, securing his release for €4 million. Ramani, who had invested in a gold mine, remains in Mali for local authorities' inquiries. The Indian Embassy had previously issued…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Morning Digest | MLAs return as Champai govt. faces floor test today; U.P. ATS arrests Indian Embassy staff posted in Moscow on spying charges, and more

From Jharkhand facing floor test, to Biden sweeping South Carolina, read a select list of stories from The Hindu to start the day.

The Hindu · Feb 5, 2024

Japan earthquake: Indian Embassy sets up emergency room, issues emergency contact numbers

The Indian Embassy in Japan has set up an emergency room for anyone to contact in connection with the earthquake and tsunami warnings on January 1. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jan 1, 2024

Denim jacket, mask, no turban; Amritpal Singh spotted on Delhi streets

Waris Punjab De Chief Amritpal Singh, who is on the run for more than a week after escaping from Punjab, has been spotted roaming on the streets of Delhi, as shown in a CCTV footage. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Mar 28, 2023

Department of Immigration, Nepal government issues alert for fugitive Amritpal Singh

The Department of Immigration, Nepal government has alerted its offices, particularly those at airports to prevent Amritpal Singh, a radical preacher from Punjab, India who could flee to a third country using Nepali territory either on his own passport or a fake passport, the Himalayan Times reported. Read further on…

Dynamite News · Mar 28, 2023

Khalistan supporters threaten Indian embassy in US

Pro-Khalistan supporters in the US threatened the Indian embassy and Indian Ambassador to the United States Taranjit Singh Sandhu during their protest on Saturday. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Mar 26, 2023

Turkey: Earthquake Kills Above 1300, Injures More Than 5000; India To Send Rescue-Medical Teams

The death toll from a powerful earthquake in Turkey has risen to above 1,300 while more than 5,000 people have been injured. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Feb 6, 2023

Yemen’s PLC Rejects Houthi Blackmail, Calls for ‘Firm’ Int’l Pressure on Militias

Members of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) reiterated on Monday their rejection of the Iran-backed Houthi militias’ attempted political blackmail, calling on the international community to pressure them to accept peace. According to official sources, PLC deputy head Aidarous al-Zubaidi discussed on Monday with Charge d’Affaires of the Indian Embassy…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 11, 2022