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Modi vows tougher action on exam fraud as student protests intensify in India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged swift and stringent action against those responsible for alleged examination fraud, responding to growing public anger as student demonstrations continue in New Delhi. The announcement comes after several days of protests led by students and young people......

Tunnel collapse at Indian hydropower project kills at least nine, rescue efforts continue

At least nine people have died and 15 remain missing after a tunnel under construction collapsed at a hydroelectric project in the northern Indian state of Sikkim, prompting an extensive rescue operation under hazardous conditions. The accident occurred on Monday at a construction site on the Teesta......

India launches its first hydrogen-powered train, advancing green rail transport

India has launched its first hydrogen-powered passenger train, becoming one of a small group of countries operating rail services powered by hydrogen fuel cells. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the train on Friday in the northern state of Haryana, marking a significant milestone in the country's......

Indian activist's hunger strike over exam leak controversy intensifies political pressure

A prolonged hunger strike by Indian education reform advocate Sonam Wangchuk has become a focal point of growing political tensions surrounding examination paper leaks, as opposition leaders urge the activist to end his fast amid concerns over his deteriorating health. Wangchuk, who has now spent 17......

India and New Zealand elevate relations to strategic partnership during Modi's auckland visit

India and New Zealand have formally elevated their bilateral relationship to a Strategic Partnership, marking a new phase in diplomatic cooperation as Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues to strengthen New Delhi's engagement across the Indo-Pacific. The announcement came during Modi's visit......

Indian court orders restoration of Cockroach Janta Party’s X account after government block

An Indian court has ordered the federal government to lift restrictions on the social media account of the youth-led Cockroach Janta Party on X, ending a month-long dispute over online speech and government intervention. The Delhi High Court issued the order on Tuesday after the government said it had......

Indonesia to acquire Indian BrahMos and Astra missiles in major defence deal

Indonesia is set to purchase BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles from India, marking a significant expansion of defence cooperation between the two countries and reinforcing New Delhi's ambitions to become a leading global arms exporter. The announcement......

GoDaddy warns India's anti-fraud website rules could have global internet impact

GoDaddy, the world's largest domain name registrar, has raised concerns over India's proposed measures to combat fraudulent websites, warning that the new regulatory approach could create unintended consequences for legitimate businesses and reshape internet governance beyond the country's......

Eight detained in alleged ram temple donation embezzlement case in India

An Indian court has ordered the detention of eight men as part of an investigation into the alleged embezzlement of donations and offerings collected at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, one of the country's most prominent religious sites. According to local media reports, the suspects include individuals......