Muhammad Yunus takes oath as head of Bangladesh’s interim government Nobel Peace laureate says he will perform his duties as interim leader ‘sincerely’ after Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2024
India’s Vinesh Phogat disqualified in Olympics, missed weight by 100 grams Phogat had starved herself for a week, exercised and spent hours in the sauna to cut the extra kilos. Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2024
Sarah Hildebrandt Navigates Chaotic Aftermath of Opponent’s DQ to Win Wrestling Gold Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was declared ineligible and knocked off the podium after failing to make weight by a few ounces, a stunning result with sizable implications. Sports Illustrated · Aug 7, 2024
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat disqualified from Paris Olympics after failing weigh-in India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi weighs in on controversy which involved the 29-year-old wrestler reportedly being hospitalised Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2024
Ouster of Bangladesh's prime minister will test India's regional power, with Beijing’s on the rise The dramatic resignation of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina poses a dilemma for India’s government, and the South Asian powerhouse could even see its influence in the region wane, according to experts The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2024
Adani Ports Aims To Challenge China's Seaport Dominance Adani Ports CEO Karan Adani leads efforts to boost India's global trade presence amidst concerns about China's influence. Top News · Aug 6, 2024
India has pushed hard for solar. But as its billions demand more power, coal always gets the call India has been significantly increasing its renewable energy capacity in recent years, but when demand for electricity surges, it still goes back to its most trusted source of power The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2024
World reacts to Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s removal from power Hasina was forced to resign and flee the country after weeks of deadly antigovernment protests. Al Jazeera · Aug 5, 2024
Sudhanshu Trivedi asked about fake news in RS. Was it an investment in irony? There seemed to be an investment in irony in the form of an unstarred question in Rajya Sabha last month. Newslaundry · Aug 5, 2024
Protesters in Pakistan-held Kashmir mark 5th anniversary of India stripping region of semi-autonomy Hundreds of angry people have taken to the streets in Pakistan-administered Kashmir to mark the fifth anniversary of India’s decision to strip the disputed region of its semi-autonomy and take direct control of it The Independent UK · Aug 5, 2024
At Olympics, India’s top women wrestlers have more at stake than medals In Haryana, the fear of one man has threatened to destroy many champions’ dreams. Now, they are fighting back. Al Jazeera · Aug 3, 2024
Five years post-Article 370: What Pakistan is signalling Delhi from Jammu On July 30, Union minister of state for home affairs Nityanand Rai told the Lok Sabha that 14 civilians and 14 soldiers have been killed in Jammu and Kashmir this year. As they have every year since 2019, the numbers belie the government's claim that the abolition of Article 370… Newslaundry · Aug 2, 2024
PM Narendra Modi calls up Swapnil Kusale, congratulates him on clinching landmark bronze at Paris Olympics NEW DELHI: As Swapnil Kusale landed India's third medal at the Paris Olympics on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the rifle shooter and congratulated him for clinching the bronze. The Times of India · Aug 1, 2024
Prez, PM and sports fraternity pour in congratulatory messages for Bronze Medallist Shooter Sawpnil Kusale President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined the country's sports fraternity in hailing Swapnil Kusale after the Indian shooter claimed a landmark bronze medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions event at the Paris Olympics on Thursday. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Aug 1, 2024
The Times of India · Aug 1, 2024 'Every Indian is filled with happiness': PM Modi, President Murmu congratulate bronze-medalist shooter Swapnil Kusale NEW DELHI: Swapnil Kusale clinched a bronze medal in the men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the Paris Olympics, making history as the first Indian to achieve this feat in the event. Kusale's resilience paid off as he moved from sixth place to finish third with a score of…
The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2024 India offers $300 million loan to build up Vietnam's maritime security, saying it is a key partner India has offered Vietnam a $300 million loan to build up the Southeast Asian country's maritime security, as the two sides say they want to double their trade and investment within five years
Al Jazeera · Aug 1, 2024 ‘New wave’: Why suspected rebel attacks are rising in Kashmir’s Jammu area For decades, Jammu was mostly peaceful, even amid clashes in other parts of Indian-administered Kashmir. Not anymore.
Dynamite News · Aug 1, 2024 Congress Prez lambasts Centre, claims 'B in BJP's Budget stands for Betrayal' The Congress Chief said that crores of youth want a permanent solution to their plight of jobs, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government "bitterly deceives" them by not even giving a "temporary solution!" Read further on Dynamite News:
The Times of India · Aug 1, 2024 'A thorough gentleman': PM Modi, Gambhir, Harbhajan remember Anshuman Gaekwad NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad, who played in 40 Tests and 15 ODIs, passed away after a prolonged battle with blood cancer. Gaekwad's contributions to Indian cricket were vast, including roles as a coach and selector.
Al Jazeera · Jul 31, 2024 In India’s Assam, ‘hopes dashed’ for high returns on oil palm production India’s plans to produce oil palm domestically including in Assam sees setbacks as lack of processing units ruin crops.
Newslaundry · Jul 31, 2024 10 years, 89 paper leak cases, 48 retests: From centre to states, few plugs for a leaky record Despite disquiet in the streets and parliament, a sense of denial seems to drape the Narendra Modi government’s response to paper leaks across the country.
Top News · Jul 31, 2024 Deadly Landslides Strike Southern India After Torrential Rains Deadly landslides in Kerala, India claim lives as rescue operations continue amidst heavy rains and challenging conditions.
The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2024 Macron spent £400k on lavish dinner with King Charles and Camilla, report reveals That set the French state back €474,851, including €166,193 on catering and €42,515 on drinks
The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2024 The New India by Rahul Bhatia review – how nationalism changed a country The voices of ordinary Indians take centre stage in this absorbing account of political transformation
The Times of India · Jul 30, 2024 'India is incredibly delighted': PM Modi congratulates Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh on Paris Olympic bronze NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Indian shooters Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh for winning the bronze medal in the 10m mixed team event at the Paris Olympics.