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22 Apr

Pahalgam Terror Attack Claims 27 Lives, PM Modi says, “Those Behind The Attack Won’t Be Spared”

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PAHALGAM (National Times): Tuesday’s terror attack in the serene meadows of Pahalgam has shattered a peaceful tourist enclave, claiming at least 27 lives, including honeymooners, families, and a local guide beloved for his warm smile. The Resistance Front (TRF), linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, has stepped forward to claim responsibility. It was a picture-perfect afternoon at Baisaran Meadows when two to three men, dressed in army uniforms, burst onto the scene. They opened fire with automatic weapons, cutting short horseback rides and picnic outings. “He was showing us the best view of the valley, and within seconds, we heard gunshots,” recounted Mira…

22 Apr

Shakti Dubey Secures All-India Rank 1 in UPSC 2024; Harshita Goyal, Dongre Archit Parag Follow

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Tuesday declared the results of the Civil Services Examination 2024, with Shakti Dubey emerging as the topper. A graduate in Biochemistry from the University of Allahabad, Dubey cleared the exam with Political Science and International Relations as her optional subject. Harshita Goyal, a B.Com graduate from MS University of Baroda, secured the second rank, also choosing Political Science and International Relations as her optional. The third rank went to Dongre Archit Parag, a B.Tech graduate in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from VIT, Vellore, who opted for Philosophy. This year,…

22 Apr

Gold Just Touched Rs 1 Lakh; Here’s Why Everyone’s Talking About It

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Chandigarh (National Times): Gold is glittering like never before, Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams, to be exact. That’s a new record, and it’s left many people, especially middle-class families, a bit stunned. Buying gold has long been a trusted savings strategy, especially among Indian homemakers. Even Uday Kotak chimed in on social media, saying, “The Indian housewife is the smartest fund manager in the world.” But this price hike has made everyone, from casual buyers to serious investors, pause and ask: Why is this happening? And will prices cool down? What’s Behind the Gold Rush? Dollar is Struggling: A…

22 Apr

Modi-Vance Meeting Reinforces India-US Ties, Launches COMPACT Initiative

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaCOMPACT initiative, India-US ties, JD Vance, Narendra Modi

New Delhi, April 22, 2025 — United States Vice President JD Vance met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the first day of his India visit, calling the Indian leader “a great leader” and thanking him for the warm hospitality extended to his family. The meeting reaffirmed the strength of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and marked a step forward in bilateral cooperation.Calling the interaction an “honor,” Vance expressed admiration for Modi’s leadership and emphasized his intent to deepen India-US ties under President Donald Trump’s administration. “I look forward to working under President Trump’s leadership to strengthen our friendship…

22 Apr

Rahul Gandhi Alleges Election Commission Is Compromised, BJP Slams Him as ‘Traitor’

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Boston/New Delhi, April 22, 2025 – During an address to the Indian diaspora in Boston, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that the Election Commission of India was “compromised,” citing suspicious additions of 6.5 million votes during the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly elections between 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM. He claimed the system was no longer neutral and raised concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.Rahul Gandhi argued that such irregularities pointed to institutional capture by those in power, warning that democracy in India was under threat. He reiterated the need for systemic reforms to ensure a fair political environment and…

21 Apr

RBI allows minors above 10 to operate bank accounts independently

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiafinancial literacy, minors banking, RBI

Mumbai, April 21, 2025 — In a significant move aimed at encouraging financial literacy among the youth, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued new guidelines allowing minors above the age of 10 to operate their bank accounts independently.The circular, released on Monday, directs all commercial banks to enable children in this age group to manage their accounts without the need for parental or guardian signatures. This policy aims to promote early financial discipline and equip children with the tools to understand banking and money management from a young age.Under the revised guidelines, banks are instructed to put in…

21 Apr

Modi, Vance Hold Talks to Deepen Strategic, Trade Ties Amid Tariff Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIndia-US relations, JD Vance, Narendra Modi

New Delhi, April 21, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met U.S. Vice President JD Vance on Monday in New Delhi during the latter’s four-day visit to India, discussing major steps to bolster strategic and economic cooperation between the two countries.At the heart of the conversation was a long-awaited bilateral trade deal, with both leaders expressing optimism about concluding an agreement by the end of 2025. India has proposed lowering tariffs on over half of its $41.8 billion in U.S. imports from last year to avert new American duties. The plan aims to double trade volumes to $500 billion by…

20 Apr

Cloudburst Triggers Deadly Landslide in Ramban, Jammu & Kashmir; 3 Dead, Hundreds of Homes Damaged

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Ramban, Jammu & Kashmir, April 20, 2025: Three people, including two children, lost their lives after a cloudburst triggered a massive landslide and flash floods in the Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir early Sunday. The calamity caused widespread destruction across Ramban town and surrounding villages, damaging over 200 houses.Local authorities confirmed that at least 40 homes in Dharamkund village were hit, with 10 of them completely washed away by the floodwaters. The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), a critical lifeline for the region, was blocked at multiple locations due to the landslide, stranding traffic and cutting off access to several…

20 Apr

Akhilesh Yadav Confirms INDIA Bloc’s Strategy for 2027 UP Assembly Elections

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Prayagraj, April 20, 2025 — Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has announced that the opposition INDIA bloc will contest the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections together, signaling a united front against the ruling BJP. Speaking at a press conference in Prayagraj, Yadav reinforced the alliance’s commitment to ousting the BJP, asserting that public anger was rising over issues of governance, reservation dilution, and corruption.Yadav accused the BJP of economic mismanagement, referring to demonetization and GST as tactics that "snatched" money from the people. He further criticized the handling of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, vowing to launch a probe if…

19 Apr

Nishikant Dubey Slams Supreme Court’s Law-Making Role, Sparks Political Clash

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaJudicial Overreach, Nishikant Dubey, Parliament, Supreme Court, Waqf Amendment Act

New Delhi, April 19: BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has reignited the debate over the separation of powers by stating that Parliament might as well be shut down if the Supreme Court continues to make laws. His remarks followed the apex court's decision to examine the Waqf (Amendment) Act, prompting the Centre to put parts of it on hold. Dubey expressed concern that the judiciary is increasingly stepping into the legislature's domain, citing examples where the court nullified key laws passed by Parliament.He pointed to cases like the scrapping of Section 66A of the IT Act and the decriminalization of homosexuality…