Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — On the heels of the global celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the resounding success of the International Day of Yoga stands as a powerful testament to its global impact. He noted that Yoga is not only helping millions worldwide attain physical well-being, but is also inspiring individuals to lead positive, confident lives. To mark the occasion, the Prime Minister shared a profound Sanskrit Subhashitam on the microblogging platform X, emphasizing the transformative and deeply spiritual essence of the practice: “चित्तप्रशमनोपायो योग इत्यभिधीयते। प्राणस्पन्दनिरोधो वा द्वेधा योगस्य धारणा॥” The ancient verse highlights that Yoga is the…

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic loss of lives resulting from a serious mishap in the Tiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu. In an official statement, the Prime Minister extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in the accident and offered prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured. The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) shared the message on the social media platform X, conveying the Prime Minister’s solidarity with the victims: “Deeply pained to hear about the loss of lives due to a mishap in Tiruvallur district…

NEW DELHI — The central government has cleared the appointment of Ms. Mamta as the Director in the Ministry of Steel. She moves to the steel portfolio from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), where she was also serving as Director.

NEW DELHI — The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has officially greenlit a fresh three-year extension for Tushar Mehta as the Solicitor General of India. The new term will formally kick off on July 1, 2026.

NEW DELHI / MUMBAI — In a major realignment of Maharashtra’s parliamentary dynamics, six Lok Sabha members from the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) have arrived in New Delhi to formalize their integration into the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena. The mass defection reduces the Thackeray camp’s Lower House strength to a mere three seats. Critically, by securing exactly six out of the nine elected UBT lawmakers, the breakaway group reaches the two-thirds majority baseline needed to bypass the punitive clauses of India’s anti-defection law. The Defection Layout: The Breakaway Group The six legislators migrating to the treasury benches consist of:…

NEW DELHI — In a major push toward securing India’s supply chains for high-tech industries, state-run Mineral Exploration & Consultancy Limited (MECL) and Invest UP, the investment promotion arm of the Uttar Pradesh government, have initiated high-level talks for a strategic collaboration in mineral exploration and critical minerals development. The bilateral discussions took place on the sidelines of the 9th National PSU Summit 2026 held in New Delhi, focusing heavily on tapping into the vast, under-explored geological reserves of Uttar Pradesh to align with the national blueprint of Viksit Bharat 2047. Unlocking Bundelkhand’s Subsurface Wealth Critical minerals—such as lithium, cobalt,…

KOLKATA — Marking a historic milestone for India’s defense indigenization, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three state-of-the-art, indigenously designed and built naval platforms at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata. The simultaneous induction of INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray into the Indian Navy significantly boosts maritime domain awareness, enhances coastal security architecture, and expands India’s operational reach across critical sea lanes amidst growing geopolitical dynamics in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The New Naval Triumvirate Designed by the Indian Navy’s premier Warship Design Bureau and constructed by Kolkata-based defense shipyard Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), the…

NEW DELHI — Consumer electrical goods major Havells India Limited has announced a significant transition in its corporate governance structure following the retirement of veteran industrialist Jalaj Ashwin Dani from its Board of Directors. Dani formally ceased to be an Independent Director of the company upon the successful conclusion of his second maximum consecutive term.

NEW DELHI — In a targeted top-tier administrative realignment, Anand Bantia, a 2012-batch officer of the Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS), has been appointed as the Private Secretary (PS) to Harsh Malhotra, the Union Minister of State (MoS) for Corporate Affairs and Road Transport & Highways.

NEW DELHI — On the eve of the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, the Ministry of Ayush has issued a nationwide invitation to citizens to participate in mass yoga demonstrations scheduled for June 21, 2026. Championing the spirit of Jan Bhagidari (people’s participation), this year’s celebrations aim to merge India’s ancient wellness traditions with its rich civilizational history. The marquee national event will take place at the historic Red Road in Kolkata, West Bengal, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the country in practicing the Common Yoga Protocol. Cultural Confluence: Yoga at 100 Iconic Heritage Sites In…