Defence minister Rajnath Singh has strongly criticised the UNSC's decision to appoint Pakistan as vice-chair of its counter-terrorism panel. "What is astonishing is that this Counter-Terrorism panel, was formed after the 9/11 terror attacks. Pakistan had sheltered the mastermind of the 9/11 attacks. This (decision) is akin to cat guarding the milk," Singh said.
Following a tragic incident where four passengers died falling from an overcrowded Mumbai local train, the Railway Board announced that all new non-AC local trains will feature automatic closing doors, similar to metro trains. Existing rakes will be retrofitted with this system later. The first train with the new system is expected by November and operational by January.
A five-year-old girl from Uttar Pradesh tragically died after being struck by a recklessly driven vehicle in the bustling Raghunath Bazaar in Jammu. The incident occurred as the family was returning from a pilgrimage to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. Police have arrested the driver, Kartikay Vaid, and seized the vehicle involved in the fatal accident, initiating legal proceedings.
Aamir Khan is set to play Genelia D’Souza’s husband in the upcoming emotional drama Sitaare Zameen Par. The pairing comes as a surprise to many, especially since it was Aamir who introduced Genelia to Hindi cinema back in 2008, casting her opposite his nephew Imran Khan in the hit rom-com Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na.
Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong expressed optimism about Sino-Indian ties, highlighting their deep historical roots and shared civilizational heritage. He anticipates improved relations, emphasizing the role of youth in fostering understanding and resolving border tensions through dialogue and cooperation. Feihong also looks forward to the resumption of direct flights and the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2025.
The Air India Power Creator Awards 2025, supported by The Times of India, celebrated India's top social media influencers in various fields. Anshula Kapoor received the Lifestyle Creator of the Year Award, presented by Gulshan Grover, who shared a heartfelt tribute to her father, Boney Kapoor, for his early support in Bollywood.India and China have reopened two key Himalayan trade routes after six years. Traditional border trade resumed Saturday through Lipulekh and...
