Chinese President Xi Jinping underscores the relevance of the ‘Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence’, known as ‘Panchsheel’ in India, as essential for resolving contemporary global conflicts and promoting international harmony. Amidst tensions with Western nations, Xi Jinping highlights China’s commitment to expanding its influence in the Global South through initiatives grounded in principles of peaceful…
Vikram Misri, currently serving as the Deputy National Security Advisor (NSA), has been appointed as the next Foreign Secretary of India. This appointment, effective from July 15, 2024, was announced on Friday. Misri will succeed Vinay Mohan Kwatra, who has been the Foreign Secretary since 2022. An official statement confirmed the curtailment of Misri’s tenure…
In light of recent controversies surrounding the NEET and UGC-NET examinations, a high-level committee has been established to gather ideas and suggestions for overhauling the National Testing Agency (NTA). The committee is seeking input from students, parents, and the general public to ensure a fair, transparent, and efficient examination process. Formation of High-Level Expert Council…
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Kazakhstan. The summit is scheduled for July 3-4. Instead, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will lead the Indian delegation at the meeting. This announcement was made during a weekly press briefing…
Iranians vote for a new president after Raisi’s death in a helicopter crash. · The election is unlikely to change policies but may influence Khamenei’s succession. · Recent elections have seen low turnout, reflecting public dissatisfaction. · Regional tensions are escalating due to the war in Gaza. On Friday, Iranians went to the polls to elect a new…
The monsoon season has officially arrived in Delhi, as declared by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday. Heavy rainfall lashed the city, leading to widespread flooding and disruption across the national capital. The downpour marked a significant shift in weather after a relentless heatwave, but it also brought with it severe challenges and tragic…
Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has become the first Indian company to surpass a market capitalization of Rs 21 lakh crore. · The landmark achievement was marked when RIL’s stock price soared to a record high of Rs 3,129 during early trading. · Brokerage firms have responded positively to RIL’s performance by raising their price target for the company….
Sam Pitroda, a prominent figure in Indian politics and a close ally of the Gandhi family, has been reinstated as the chief of the Indian Overseas Congress. This decision comes months after Pitroda resigned from the position following a series of contentious remarks that sparked political outrage and provided ammunition for the Bharatiya Janata Party…
On Thursday, Indian benchmark indices made a strong comeback after an initial dip, with the Sensex surpassing the 79,000 marks for the first time and the Nifty setting a new record high. The surge was driven by robust buying in blue-chip stocks such as Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, leading to significant gains. The 30-share…
New Era in Naval Defence The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) introduced a cutting-edge defensive asset to the Indian Navy—the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket (MR-MOCR). This advanced technology, developed by DRDO’s Defence Laboratory in Jodhpur, creates a microwave shield that significantly reduces radar detection, enhancing the stealth capabilities of naval platforms. Microwave Shielding…
