Vietnam is an emerging regional power and a closer relationship with Hanoi is closely aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Act East Policy, points out Dr Rajaram Panda.
Former Army Chief General (retd) Manoj Naravane has supported RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale's stand for fostering dialogue and people-to-people connections with neighbouring Pakistan, saying that such engagements are 'important'.
The renewed rush comes days after Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that West Bengal would aggressively implement a 'detect, delete and deport' policy against infiltrators.
An alleged sharpshooter of the Munir gang, carrying a reward of Rs 1 lakh on his arrest in a murder case, was killed in an encounter with the Uttar Pradesh STF in Meerut on Tuesday.
'On the day of the results itself, Vijay personally requested Rahul Gandhi for support from the Congress.'
Bihar Police's Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has arrested a Muzaffarpur resident for his alleged links with Pakistan-based arms smuggler Shahzad Bhatti's gang, seizing digital evidence indicating anti-India activities.
'Healthcare costs in India rise by 10 to 14% annually, causing treatment costs to double roughly every 5-7 years.'
The Democratic Republic of Congo plans to continue its preparations for the 2026 World Cup despite a warning from the United States about a potential Ebola outbreak.
The numbers from this season alone are almost surreal. 680 runs in 15 innings. Average of 45. Strike rate of 242. A century, four fifties, best score of 103. 65 sixes and 55 fours from just 280 balls -- a boundary every 2.3 balls, a six every 4.3 balls.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced his withdrawal from Wimbledon due to a right wrist injury, also sidelining him from the Queen's Club Championships.
Drishyam 3, the latest installment in the popular Malayalam franchise, struggles to maintain the ingenuity and thrilling narrative of its predecessors, with Georgekutty's once-brilliant facade showing significant cracks, leading to a convoluted plot and a less engaging antagonist-driven conflict.
Manipur Police arrested four members of the proscribed UNLF (Pambei) and recovered a large cache of weapons, including assault rifles and an RPG launcher, in Imphal West district.
Kuldeep Yadav admitted he had to revisit the basics with his childhood coach after an underwhelming campaign.
Discover the inspiring journey of Komal Prabhu, called the Queen of GSB Cuisine, that saw her switch professions -- a Bharata Natyam dancer became a celebrated chef devoted to preserving traditional Gaud Saraswat Brahmin food traditions.
The Kerala government has assured Dalit residents of a disputed land in Ernakulam district that it will seek more time from the court regarding their eviction. The assurance was given by State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, who stated the government will do everything necessary to help them and that further action will be taken only as per court directions.
Twenty-seven Maoists surrendered to police in Ranchi, Jharkhand, as part of 'Operation Navjeevan'. The rebels laid down their arms before senior officers, with authorities appealing to others to return to the mainstream.
Reports suggest Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City after a decade, with Enzo Maresca tipped as his replacement. Guardiola's contract expires in 2027.
While the West Asia conflict has led to a drop in patient footfalls, hospitals are seeing higher realisations as international patients increasingly travel for complex, high-end procedures.
India on Saturday rejected the "so-called award by the illegally constituted Court of Arbitration (CoA)" on May 15 and said its decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance remains in force.
A powerful explosion ripped through a shuttle train in Pakistan's Balochistan province, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the attack.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi has begun a second autopsy of former model and actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following a Madhya Pradesh High Court order. The family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while the in-laws claim drug addiction. The family has raised concerns about the initial post-mortem and seeks a thorough investigation.
Two sisters were found dead in their Ambala residence under mysterious circumstances. Police are investigating after neighbours reported a foul odour emanating from the house, where the women had lived in isolation for many years.
A local court in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, has rejected a plea by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) seeking custody of firearms recovered from a man arrested in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, an associate of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.
Former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday said members of the INDIA bloc were likely to meet in the first week of June to discuss a joint strategy, while asserting that the opposition camp was prepared for a prolonged political battle.
Jammu and Kashmir police seized approximately 2 kg of heroin suspected to have been dropped by a drone near the International Border in the Jammu district. The recovery followed a week-long surveillance operation based on intelligence inputs about cross-border narcotics smuggling.
Rajat Patidar has the golden chance to emulate legends Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Rohit Sharma -- the only two captains to win back to back IPL titles.
These people were taken to unknown areas after suspected militants shot dead three church leaders and injured four others in Kangpokpi on Wednesday, while a civilian was gunned down and his wife was wounded in Noney district.
Bihar DGP Vinay Kumar expressed concern over the increasing frequency of gang-rape incidents in the state, attributing it to growing social tolerance and calling for stricter implementation of laws and a change in mindset.
The apex women's association in Mizoram, Mizo Hmeichhe Insuihkhawm Pawl (MHIP), has strongly condemned the alleged trafficking and exploitation of women from the state under the guise of employment outside Mizoram. The organisation is pursuing the matter to ensure the accused receive stringent punishment under the law.
API Holdings, the parent company of online pharmacy PharmEasy, has significantly reduced its debt from 1,800 crore to 1,050 crore and refinanced it at lower interest rates under CEO Rahul Guha, shifting its focus from 'growth at any cost' to profitability and aiming for a debt-free balance sheet before a potential stock market listing.
Two women were arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly running a prostitution racket from rented houses. The arrests were made by the Central Crime Branch's Women Protection Squad following a tip-off.
Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan's record-breaking opening partnerships have been the driving force behind Gujarat Titans' dominant IPL 2026 campaign.
At the 79th Cannes Film Festival 2026, actress and model Ruchi Gujjar turned one of the world's biggest red carpets into a platform for social commentary.
A team of doctors from AIIMS Delhi completed the second postmortem of former model-turned-actor Twisha Sharma in Bhopal, following her death on May 12. Her family alleges dowry harassment and abetment to suicide, while her in-laws claim she suffered from drug addiction.
World Bank President Ajay Banga has advocated for the deployment of 'Small AI' locally deployed artificial intelligence running on inexpensive hardware to address daily problems faced by farmers and rural communities in emerging markets.
The opposition parties, including Congress, Raijor Dal and Trinamool Congress, opposed the move and demanded wider consultation with all the stakeholders before its introduction.
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has accused the BJP of inciting violence in West Bengal, alleging that BJP-backed miscreants set fire to shops in Purba Medinipur's Khejuri. The BJP has denied the allegations, claiming the TMC is trying to cause unrest.
Police in Jammu seized approximately 3 kilograms of heroin suspected to have been dropped by a drone near the International Border. The recovery followed a week-long surveillance operation based on intelligence inputs about cross-border narcotics smuggling.
A clash erupted in a Mathura village after a Dalit wedding procession was met with stone-pelting, resulting in injuries and police intervention.
Rugby India and New Zealand Rugby will collaborate for a two-day high-performance coaching program at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, marking 100 years of India-New Zealand sporting ties.
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