India

Sub Lt Astha Poonia Becomes First Woman Trained as Indian Navy Fighter Pilot

04 Jul 2025 13:46 PM IST

Sub Lieutenant Astha Poonia has created history by becoming the first woman to be trained as a fighter pilot in the Indian Navy. She may soon fly the MiG-29K or naval Rafale from India’s aircraft carriers, breaking a major gender barrier in military aviation.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Opens ‘Janseva Sadan’ with Havan Ceremony

04 Jul 2025 13:10 PM IST

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurated her official residence as 'Janseva Sadan' with a Havan ceremony, pledging to make it a hub for public service and citizen welfare

Who is Jane Street, the US Trading Giant Under Scrutiny in India?

04 Jul 2025 12:38 PM IST

India’s SEBI banned U.S. trading firm Jane Street and impounded $567 million, accusing it of market manipulation through aggressive trades that misled retail investors. Jane Street, a global quant giant with massive India profits, disputes the regulator’s allegations.

Lalit Modi Shares Clip of Him, Vijay Mallya Singing Sinatra at London Party | Watch

04 Jul 2025 12:31 PM IST

Fugitive businessmen Lalit Modi and Vijay Mallya were seen singing Frank Sinatra's "My Way" at a lavish party in London, drawing attention back to their unresolved legal battles with Indian authorities.

BJP May Appoint First Woman National President in Major Party Revamp

04 Jul 2025 12:20 PM IST

BJP is likely to appoint its first-ever woman national president as part of a major organisational shake-up, with top contenders including Nirmala Sitharaman, D Purandeswari, and Vanathi Srinivasan.

F-35B Dismantling in Kerala: What Makes It So Complicated and High-Risk

04 Jul 2025 11:51 AM IST

The UK is likely to airlift its grounded F-35B stealth fighter from Kerala using a C-17 Globemaster after field repairs failed. The complex dismantling process involves strict military oversight to protect classified technologies.

India Approves Defence Projects Worth Rs. 1 Lakh Crore

04 Jul 2025 11:11 AM IST

India's Defence Ministry has cleared acquisition projects worth ₹1 lakh crore, including spy planes, missile systems, and mine-hunting warships, to boost national security.

Heavy Rains Devastate Himachal Pradesh, Kill 37 and Cause Property Damage

04 Jul 2025 10:38 AM IST

Relentless rains in Himachal Pradesh have killed 37 people, left dozens missing, and caused over ₹400 crore in damages, with more downpours expected.

Indian-Origin Man Arrested in US for Mid-Air Choking Incident, Arrested in Miami

04 Jul 2025 10:28 AM IST

Ishaan Sharma, a 21-year-old Indian-origin man, was arrested after allegedly choking a co-passenger on a Frontier Airlines flight. The incident was caught on video and has since gone viral.

“Not Proud of It”: Soham Parekh Breaks Silence on Multiple Job Controversy

04 Jul 2025 10:07 AM IST

Indian developer Soham Parekh has admitted to working multiple startup jobs simultaneously, citing financial pressure as the reason. He denies allegations of fraud and outsourcing work to others.

India-Ghana Ties Celebrated in Parliament as Ghanaian MPs Wear Indian Attire

04 Jul 2025 09:57 AM IST

During a historic address to the Ghanaian Parliament, PM Narendra Modi praised Ghana's democratic values while two MPs wore Indian attire to express admiration for Indian culture. Ghana also conferred its highest civilian honour on PM Modi, deepening bilateral ties.

PM Modi Arrives in Trinidad and Tobago to Boost Bilateral Ties

04 Jul 2025 06:59 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Trinidad and Tobago to strengthen bilateral ties, receiving a warm welcome from leaders and the Indian community.