August 27, 2025 8:33 PM

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30 Maoists Surrender in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur

Thirty Maoists surrendered in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh today. Superintendent of Police Jitendra Yadav said that cash rewards amounting to eighty-one lakh rupees had been announced on twenty of them.     The surrendered Maoists were accused of involvement in various incidents. Under the s...

August 27, 2025 8:21 PM

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Ambala Railway Division Cancels Trains Amid Rising Water Levels

The Ambala Railway Division has cancelled many trains in view of the rising water level in rivers and streams in the plains after heavy rains in the mountains.      Senior Commercial Manager of Ambala Railway Division, Naveen Kumar, said that all trains going to Jammu have been cancelled due to sudd...

August 27, 2025 8:23 PM

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PM Modi Extends Samvatsari Greetings, Emphasises Forgiveness and Compassion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has greeted the nation on the occasion of Samvatsari, emphasising the timeless values of forgiveness, compassion, and sincere human connection. In a social media post, Mr Modi said Samvatsari inspires people to nurture bonds with sincerity. He hoped that the occasion wou...

August 27, 2025 7:58 PM

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Russia Launches Massive Drone Strikes on Ukrainian Energy Infrastructure

Russia launched a massive drone attack on energy and gas transport infrastructure across six Ukrainian regions overnight. According to media reports, Russian forces significantly damaged gas transport infrastructure in the Poltava region and struck equipment at one of the key substations in the Sumy...

August 27, 2025 7:40 PM

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Venezuela Deploys Military Drones and Naval Vessels to Patrol Caribbean Coastline

Venezuela’s Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino has announced the deployment of military drones and naval vessels to patrol the nation’s Caribbean coastline. The move comes amid growing tension with the United States, which recently dispatched a naval force near Venezuelan waters, citing anti-drug ope...

August 27, 2025 7:35 PM

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Crude Oil Prices Edge Up Marginally; Brent, WTI Trade Nearly Flat

Crude oil prices were marginally up today. Brent Crude was trading almost flat at 67 dollars and 26 cents per barrel, and WTI Crude was also trading nearly 0.1 per cent up at 63 dollars and 31 cents per barrel, when reports last came in.  

August 27, 2025 7:29 PM

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Oman to Launch Revamped Golden Visa Programme on August 31

Oman will roll out its revamped Golden Visa programme on August 31 as part of efforts to strengthen its position as a global investment hub. Announced by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, the initiative aligns with Vision 2040 goals to diversify the economy and reduce reli...

August 27, 2025 7:23 PM

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Cabinet Approves Multi-Tracking Projects for Four States, New Rail Line in Kutch

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs today approved multi-tracking of three projects benefitting Karnataka, Telangana, Bihar and  Assam and one new rail line to connect far-flung areas of Kutch, Gujarat.     These initiatives will provide connectivity and improve travel convenience, besides reducin...

August 27, 2025 7:18 PM

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President Droupadi Murmu Expresses Grief Over Vaishno Devi Landslide Tragedy

President Droupadi Murmu has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to a landslide on the route to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple. In a social media post, the President said the tragic incident of the death of several devotees is distressing. She also prayed for the smooth relief and rescue o...