Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow for Russia's 80th Victory anniversary celebrations

Moscow, May 8 (HS): Russia is gearing up to commemorate the 80th Victory Day anniversary, marking the Soviet Union’s triumph over Germany in World War II. On May 9, a grand Victory Parade will take place in Moscow’s Red Square, with 29 heads of state in attendance, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, who will be…

Iran's Foreign Minister Meets with Prez Murmu

Delhi, 8 May (H.S.): Dr. Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with India’s President, Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today on May 8.The visit coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Iran. The President emphasized the historical ties between the two nations, highlighting shared cultural aspects such as language,…

Successful Operation Sindhur : Karnataka Temples Offer Special Pujas

Bengaluru, 08 May(HS): The Religious Institutions and Endowment Department has issued orders to all temples across the state to offer special pujas to celebrate the successful launch of Operation Sindhur in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Following the directions of R Ramalingareddy, the Transport, Religious Institutions and Endowment Department Minister, the Commissioner of the Religious Institutions…

Maulana Iqbal Not Terrorist, Killed In Pakistani Shelling In J&K’s Poonch: Police

Jammu, 8 May (H.S.): Maulana Iqbal was not a terrorist but a respected religious figure who lost his life along with 12 others in heavy Pakistani shelling in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, police said on Thursday. The Jammu and Kashmir Police came out with a clarification on the 45-year-old Iqbal after certain media outlets…

PM holds meeting with secretaries; emphasizes the importance of vigilance and operational readiness

PM holds meeting with secretaries; emphasizes the importance of vigilance and operational readiness

Delhi, 8 May (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a high-level meeting with secretaries from various ministries, emphasizing the necessity for alertness and operational preparedness following ‘Operation Sindoor’. The meeting focused on enhancing civil defense measures, combating misinformation, and safeguarding critical infrastructure, as per the Prime Minister’s Office. Modi urged for close coordination between ministries…

West Bengal Cancels Leave for All Government Employees Amid National Security Tensions

Kolkata, 8 May (H.S.): In light of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the West Bengal government has cancelled all leave for state government employees. The decision, directed from the state secretariat ‘Nabanna’, comes as a part of emergency preparedness under the national military initiative ‘Operation Sindoor’. According to official sources, this preventive measure is…

Pakistan-India's current tension raises concern in Afghanistan

Kabul, May 08 (HS): The escalating tensions between Pakistan and India have negatively impacted Afghanistan’s trade, causing shipments from Afghanistan to be stalled at ports. The Chamber of Commerce and Investment has highlighted the detrimental effect on Afghanistan’s economy, with board member Khan Jan Alokozai noting the rise in prices of Afghan goods in India…