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Japanese agency Rating & Investment Information upgrades India’s long-term sovereign credit rating to BBB+, third such upgrade this year

Japanese credit rating agency, Rating and Investment Information, Inc. (R&I), has upgraded India’s long-term sovereign credit rating to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’. R&I also retained the “Stable” Outlook for the Indian economy.

As Rahul Gandhi repeats allegations of voter list discrepancies against the Election Commission, here is a fact-check of his claims: Ground report by OpIndia

he BLOs informed the OpIndia journalists that it is not possible to delete the names of voters merely by submitting a deletion application (Form 7)

LeT commander Ilyas Kashmiri exposes Pakistan’s lies, confirms destruction of Markaz Taiba camp in Muridke during Operation Sindoor

The video exposes Islamabad's denials of the strikes by confirming the destruction of the Markaz Taiba terror camp in Muridke, in Pakistan's Punjab province.

Delhi HC lambasts Patanjali for appealing against order restraining it from using ‘disparaging’ ads against Dabur Chyawanprash, warns of imposing cost

The Delhi High Court on Friday warned that costs will be imposed on Patanjali if an appeal filed by against a single judge order is found to be useless.

USTM owned by Mahbubul Hoque that caused flash floods in Guwahati is illegally built on forest land, SC’s probe finds: Read why Assam CM...

An investigation by the Supreme Court-appointed Central Empowered Committee (CEC) has found serious flaws and deliberate irregularities in the planning and construction of the USTM campus, including blatant and large-scale land encroachment combined with environmental devastation that caused the flash floods in Guwahati's low-lying areas in August 2024.

US authorities close investigation against BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham after finding no merit in caste discrimination and forced labour allegations: Here’s what happened

Swami Brahmaviharidas, head of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, welcomed this decision by the US authorities and said that the allegations levelled against BAPS were false and that now their faith in justice is restored.

Uttar Pradesh: Yogi Adityanath to launch projects worth ₹5 lakh crores, directs regular monitoring of each investment and timely action

Yogi Adityanath pointed out that land allotments to industries will be cancelled if they remain under-utilised for a period of 3 years. Such lands will then be re-allocated to other investors.

Rajdeep Sardesai suffers meltdown after skipper Surya Kumar Yadav dedicates India’s victory against Pakistan to Pahalgam terror attack victims

Rajdeep Sardesai went on to claim that the cricket match between India and Pakistan was somehow a 'proxy war' and the tribute paid by skipper Surya Kumar Yadav in the post-match presentation was aimed at managing headlines for domestic consumption.

Did Qatar’s Ambassador organise Rahul Gandhi’s Hudson seminar, also attended by Hinduphobic Sunita Viswanath of HfHR? New revelations deepen suspicions about his 2023 US...

A shocking revelation that Qatar’s Ambassador organised Rahul Gandhi’s Hudson Institute seminar has reignited suspicions that his 2023 US visit was less about outreach and more about aligning with anti-India lobbies.

Election Commission clarifies Rahul Gandhi’s ‘6,018 votes deleted’ claim, says FIR already filed for 5,994 incorrect and rejected applications

The Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka has issued a detailed clarification on Rahul Gandhi’s allegation that 6,018 ‘Congress votes’ were deleted in the Aland constituency in Karnataka in 2023

SEBI dismisses Hindenburg Research allegations against Adani group, says flagged transactions were legal under laws of that time

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Thursday dismissed allegations of stock manipulation against Gautam Adani and his group of companies made by U.S. short-seller Hindenburg Research

SC bench under CJI Gavai suspends jail sentence of Christian pastor Edwin Pigarez convicted of raping minor girl, grants bail saying he has already...

The apex court grant bail to Edwin Pigarez even as his appeals against the High Court’s conviction ruling are still pending. The court said that the appellant has already undergone imprisonment for almost 10 years. 

TMC MP Saket Gokhale claims Modi govt borrowed ₹8 lakh crores from foreign banks in 7 years, hides crucial details from reply to his...

However, these loans were not taken only by the Central government but also by various state governments.

CJI Gavai claims ‘he respects all religions’ after drawing flak over “go pray” remark on Lord Vishnu idol plea

CJI Gavai ‘clarified’ that he respects all religions. The comments came during the post-lunch session of the CJI-led bench at the Supreme Court on Thursday.

Punjab’s ‘backbone of the economy’ faces exodus: Vigilantes and Panchayats rally against migrant workers after 5-year-old boy’s murder in Hoshiarpur – here is what...

Migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, crucial to Punjab’s agriculture and industry, face hostility after Hoshiarpur murder. Industry leaders warn that forced exodus could cripple fields and factories, urging Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to intervene immediately.

DUSU polls: Student wing of Congress takes Rahul Gandhi’s lead, peddles EVM tampering conspiracy theory in anticipation of electoral loss

The NSUI Presidential Candidate Joslyn Nandita Choudhary has accused the Delhi University administration of tampering with the EVM. She even accused the university professors of colluding with the ABVP

Kerala Congress posts video of Guwahati Post Office employee claiming to be ‘son of NrdrMd’ deleting Congress votes, deletes X post after fact checked

Kerala Congress again caught spread fake news, posts video of post office employee of Assam claiming to be ‘son of NrdrMd’ deleting Congress votes

UP CM Yogi Adityanath highlights UP’s rapid growth since 2017: From metro expansion in six cities to 16 airports and India’s largest expressway network

CM Yogi Adityanath, in a Lucknow press conference, said Uttar Pradesh has transformed since 2017 with metros in six cities, 16 airports, and the country’s largest expressway network.

Delhi Court quashes lower court’s order restraining publication of defamatory content on Adani group, orders fresh hearing in defamation case

A Delhi Court today quashed an ex-parte injunction imposed by a lower civil court restraining publication of defamatory content on Adani Group

‘Journalist’ Gafira Qadir peddles fake victimhood over Songs of Paradise, demonises movie for showcasing journey of female singer in conservative Muslim society

The movie, set in the 1950s, captures the journey of a Kashmiri Muslim female singer, Zeba Akhtar, in a deeply conservative society, without zooming in on the politics of Kashmir at that time.

Rahul Gandhi shrugs off responsibility while repeating ‘vote chori’ allegations against Election Commission: A political hit-and-run masquerading as democratic crusade

Rahul Gandhi once again dodged accountability, declaring it is not his job to protect India’s democracy even as he hurled fresh “vote chori” allegations against the Election Commission.

Giant golden statue of Donald Trump holding a Bitcoin installed outside US Capitol by cryptocurrency investors

A towering golden statue of President Donald Trump holding a Bitcoin was installed near the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday

As Pakistan boasts about signing ‘defence agreement’ with Saudi Arabia, read how the bankrupt nation will end up as a ‘mercenary state’ of the...

For optics, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia may call each other ‘brothers’ and Islamic allies. Their relation, in reality, is that of a patron and client.

Truth about ‘hydrogen bomb’ of Rahul Gandhi, and what it shows about his mindset

Rahul Gandhi’s claim of vote chori in Aland, Karnataka through deletion of names using software was countered by the Election Commission, which clarified it filed the FIR and confirmed manual checks prevent wrongful voter removals.

CM Yogi Adityanath launches fifth phase of Mission Shakti in UP, campaign to focus on women’s safety, police deployment and awareness drives during Navratri

With four successful phases already completed, the Yogi government now aims to take the program to every village and town.

Election Commission debunks Rahul Gandhi’s latest lies on ‘vote chori’, clarifies nobody can delete any vote online

The Election Commission of India clarified that contrary to the claims by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, nobody can delete any vote online.

Tejashwi Yadav is the face of the RJD on all 243 seats in the Bihar Vidhan Sabha election: Here is why this ‘political strategy’...

Tejashwi Yadav hasn't reached his current political stature through hard work. He is a product of dynasty politics. He was imposed on the people of Bihar by the RJD. In his journey from cricketer to politician, he has nothing concrete to show that could change the image conjured by his name and face.

No ‘Hydrogen Bomb’ as of now: Rahul Gandhi accused CEC of protecting ‘vote chors’, claims ‘someone’ using software to add-delete voters

At his press conference, Rahul Gandhi demanded the Election Commission reveal voter deletion details within a week, accusing it of shielding those “murdering democracy” and warning of mass manipulations across Karnataka, Maharashtra, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.

Executive arm of EU targets India for purchasing Russian oil, conveniently forgets about its own $70 billion trade with Moscow: Details

European Commission’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, claimed that India’s continued engagement with Russia is something that 'stands in the way of closer ties.'

Divine or ‘bovine’: Justice Nariman makes another anti-Hindu comment while talking about ex-CJI Chandrachud’s ‘prayed for guidance for Ram Mandir verdict’ remark. Read details

“Whether with divine or bovine intervention or any other kind of intervention, if a judge delivers a judgment, he is violating his oath to the Constitution," said Justice

CJI Gavai makes a sarcastic jibe while denying restoration of Lord Vishnu’s idol in Khajuraho: Read 5 stark instances that exposes judiciary’s entrenched anti-Hindu...

While the judiciary is assigned the role of the protector of the constitutional right of freedom of religion, it has increasingly been demonstrating a subtle yet pervasive anti-Hindu bias. In the recent years, this percolation of anti-Hindu bias in the judicial system has become evident.

EU announces new strategic agenda to raise bilateral relations to a higher level to boost trade, defence cooperation, and tackle global challenges together

While talks are going on for an India-EU Free Trade Agreement, the EU today proposed a new strategic agenda to raise bilateral relations with India to a higher level

Bohra Muslim community in Colombo offer special prayers on PM Modi’s 75th birthday, wishes him long life and good health

Marking Prime Minister Modi’s 75th birthday, Bohra Muslims in Colombo held special prayers at their mosque, wishing him health, long life, and continued success in serving India.

Bihar: Christian pastor from Nepal claims to cure people of all diseases with ‘magical water’, locals accuse him of luring people to convert to...

The pastor claimd that his magical water, which has the blessings of Jesus Christ, can completely cure any person of any disease, in a period of 3 months.

Former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar’s family absconds after Navi Mumbai road rage spirals into kidnapping case, police trace victim to Pune bungalow

Officials said Manorama Khedkar had helped her husband and his bodyguard to escape from their family bungalow in Pune and set ferocious dogs on a police team.

‘Jailing a few may deter others’: Supreme Court pushes for tough action against farmers for burning stubble

Clarifying that farmers are important for the country, CJI Gavai said that it did not mean that they would be allowed to burn stubble.

PM Modi turns 75: From strengthening security to empowering marginalised communities and women, and reviving cultural heritage – Watch how India transformed under his...

From Ayushman Bharat and Ujjwala Yojana to Vibrant Villages and Namami Gange, Modi’s decade has reshaped everyday life for millions, with reforms spanning healthcare, housing, women’s dignity, rural connectivity, and long-neglected cultural and spiritual heritage.

From Peer Chhangur to Hizb-ut-Tahrir module to Deoria: Another Islamic conversion racket run by Usman Ansari following the same anti-Hindu blueprint exposed

In Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, a Hindu woman was sexually harassed and blackmailed for forced religious conversion inside SS Mall, and now it appears to be part of a larger conversion racket.

UP: On PM Modi’s birthday, CM Yogi announces that all Anganwadi workers will be given smartphones, and a pay rise

Mentioning that Anganwadi centres are crucial for early childhood care and education in rural areas, CM Yogi stated that Anganwadi workers will also be provided training at regular intervals to enhance their skill and capabilities.

Global leaders start a new trend by issuing video messages wishing PM Modi on his 75th birthday, here is who said what

Leaders of several nations started a new trend, by issuing video messages to wish Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday,

Punjab: Gurpreet Singh inspired by Masood Azhar tried to make bombs at home: NIA begins probe in twin blast case

Initially treated as a case of negligence, the Bathinda blasts investigation revealed radicalisation links to Masood Azhar. Gurpreet Singh’s digital trail and extremist content raised alarms, prompting central agencies to step in.

Bollywood actors SRK, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, and others wish PM Modi on his 75th birthday

Shah Rukh Khan, the Bollywood actor with over 44 million followers on X, shared a touching video message, lauding Modi's journey from humble beginnings to global stature.

From the Ram Temple construction to flag-hoisting at the Pavagadh Kali Mata Temple: How PM Modi rekindled Hindu pride after centuries of suppression

His rise to power has led to the elevation of the collective consciousness of the country and the resurrection of Hindu religious sites.

Gujarat: Muslims put up a board banning Garba near Mosques, Dargahs and Madrasas in a village, FIR filed after outraged Hindus filed complaint

A board banning Garba near a mosque in Nani Bhagol, Gujarat, triggered protests from Hindu groups who called it unconstitutional.

Maoists announce offer to stop violence and peace talks with Centre, seeks ‘ceasefire’: Here is why ceasefire doesn’t mean anything when dealing with terrorists

In a purported statement, the outlawed Communist Party of India (Maoist), expressed readiness to give up arms and asked the Central government to announce a one-month ceasefire and pause the ongoing anti-Naxal operations

How Leftist media spins: Claims govt is ‘using court order’ to target media, after court tells them to stop defaming Adani

Despite a Rohini Court order mandating removal of defamatory content against Adani, Leftist media alleged the government was misusing judicial directions. The fact remains that enforcement only followed non-compliance by publishers within the court’s stipulated five-day period.

Rajasthan: Massive Christian conversion racket exposed in Anupgarh, 454 Hindus converted over 11 years

Paulus Barjo told Sandeep that if he converted to Christianity, 'the Lord' would be pleased and he would get married.

Trump calls PM Modi to wish on his 75th birthday, praises his peace efforts on Ukraine and signals improvement in US-India relations

PM Modi, as always, responded in a measured but positive manner. In a post on X, he thanked Trump for the call.

‘You will have to prove you don’t have two wives’: Punjab & Haryana HC denies relief to judiciary candidate who mistakenly declared ‘more than...

The High Court refused to accept the petitioner's argument that he mentioned the name of his wife in the application form, and therefore, it should be presumed that he has only one wife.

‘Nupur Bora facilitated the transfer of Hindus’ land to members of another community’: Assam CM Himanta on arrest of ACS officer in disproportionate assets...

The allegations of illegal transfer of land of Hindus to 'suspected individuals' against Nupur Bora have emerged amid CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's repeated warnings of demographic changes taking place in Assam.