External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the collaboration to attain self-reliance. He addressed a virtual gathering India @75. Watch report.

EAM S Jaishankar speaks on technology, China at India @75 Summit

India has once again raised the issue of cross-border terrorism at the UNSC. New Delhi described itself as "a victim of terrorism" sponsored from across the Pakistani border. Watch report.

India at UNSC | "We are a victim of terror" | Calls out Pak for harbouring terrorists

A major mishap at India Kozhikode airport has left 18 people dead and over 100 injured after an Air India Express aircraft arriving from Dubai crashed at Calicut International Airport. Watch report.

Calicut Plane Crash: 18 dead in the crash, What is a tabletop runway?

An Air India Express plane with over 190 people on board has crashed at an airport in the southern state of Kerala. The aircraft, en route from Dubai, skidded off the runway and broke in two at Calicut airport upon landing, India's aviation authority said. Watch report.

Air India flight skids off runway | Kerala | Over 190 people onboard | 2 lives lost

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the new National Education Policy focusses on 'how to think', while the education system till now in the country emphasised on 'what to think'.

He also said that there were no major changes in the country's education system over the years. As a result, instead of promoting values of curiosity and imagination, herd mentality was being encouraged.

The prime minister made these remarks while delivering the inaugural address at the 'Conclave on Transformational Reforms in Higher Education under National Education Policy' via video link.

Modi said it is a matter of happiness that after the introduction of the National Education Policy, no region or section has said that it has any kind of bias, or is leaning towards one side.

There is a lot of emphasis on teacher training in the National Education Policy, he pointed out.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the new National Education Policy focusses on 'how to think', while the education system till now in the country emphasised on 'what to think'.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the new National Education Policy focusses on 'how to think', while the education system till now in the country emphasised on 'what to think'. He also said that there were no major changes in the country's education system over the years. As a result, instead of promoting values of curiosity and imagination, herd mentality was being encouraged. The prime minister made these remarks while delivering the inaugural address at the 'Conclave on Transformational Reforms in Higher Education under National Education Policy' via video link. Modi said it is a matter of happiness that after the introduction of the National Education Policy, no region or section has said that it has any kind of bias, or is leaning towards one side. There is a lot of emphasis on teacher training in the National Education Policy, he pointed out.

New Education Policy focusses on how to think: PM Modi

India's ease of doing business ranking has improved significantly but Indian companies continue to pay a high cost for compliance. Coronavirus has added more safety rules that will increase the compliance burden. Watch report.

Center, states have separate laws on business: Ease of doing business improved significantly

Two days after the horrific explosion that killed over 130 people in Beirut, serious concerns have been raised now about tonnes of chemical explosives that have been stored in a private container near Chennai. Watch report.

WION Dispatch: Beirut like facility found in Tamil Nadu, Tonnes of explosive chemicals in Chennai

India coronavirus cases have surpassed 1,6 million with more than 55,000 recorded in the last 24-hours. Watch report.

55,000 positive daily cases for the first time | India | COVID-19 pandemic

In Srinagar, an ambulance driver is being hailed a coronavirus warrior for his selfless service in not only ferrying thousands of COVID-19 patients to hospitals but also for assisting in funeral rites of the dead COVID-19 patients. Watch report.

Srinagar's COVID-19 warrior: An ambulance driver who also helps with funeral rites

With limited access to smartphones and the internet in Kashmir's remote villages, students have turned to open-air community classes in the valley. Watch report.

WION Fineprint: Open-air community classes in Kashmir

Prime Minister Narendra Modi July 27 launched coronavirus testing facilities in Noida, Mumbai, and Kolkata via video conferencing. According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the high-throughput facilities will ramp up testing capacity in the country and help in strengthening quick detection and treatment of coronavirus which will help to combat the spread of the virus.

Three new COVID-19 testing facilities inaugurated in India

July 23 was India's deadliest day of the outbreak of the coronavirus. The country has now more than 12 lakh confirmed cases with almost 30,000 deaths. Watch report.

COVID-19 pandemic: India records highest single-day surge

Experts have argued for long that China and&nbsp;not Pakistan is India’s biggest threat.&nbsp;

New Delhi might is&nbsp;recognising this fact by stepping up its defences by deploying the ultimate weapon: the nuclear bomb.

India’s nuclear weapons are pointing towards China now with Beijing within the range of Indian missiles.&nbsp;

Three years ago, India tested the Agni-5 missile.&nbsp;Its success was a boost for India’s defence capability.&nbsp;

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In response, Chinese state media outlet The Global Times said “India needs to cool its missile fever”.

''India has broken the UN Limits on its development of nuclear weapons and long-range ballistic missile”&nbsp;

The article goes on to argue that Pakistan should have the “same privileges” in nuclear development that india has.&nbsp;

The whole artice appears like a defence of Chinese ally Pakistan.&nbsp;

China is worried about India’s missile capabilities because the Agni-4, as well as the Agni-5 can hit targets within mainland China, includinh its capital Beijing.&nbsp;

Experts who have closely studied India’s nuclear program have confirmed that Pakistan is not the country only focus now.

India is now developing capabilities to deploy nuclear weapons against China.&nbsp;

All three branches of India’s defence forces have a role to play in this new strategy.&nbsp;

On the air front, three or four squadrons of the Mirage 2000h and the Jaguar have been assigned nuclear strike missions against Pakistan and China.&nbsp;

India is also set to induct the Rafale aircraft, a fighter jet that can be used for nuclear missions.&nbsp;

On land, the Agni-4, which if deployed in northeast India, can hit targets like Beijing and Shanghai.&nbsp;

The Agni-5 is much more capable as it can hit targets in china from bases in central and southern India.&nbsp;

On the high seas, India is developing a submarine-launched ballistic missile which will allow Indian submarines to target all of asia.&nbsp;

To back the new strategy, India is increasing its nuclear asrenal.&nbsp;Reportedly, India has developed 150 nuclear warheads.&nbsp;

48 nuclear bombs have been assigned to aircraft with the Indian Airforce.&nbsp;

While India maintains the no-first use policy, it is arming itself to remain a compelling deterrent for any kind of adventurism from the neighbours.

Experts have argued for long that China and not Pakistan is India’s biggest threat. New Delhi might is recognising this fact by stepping up its defences by deploying the ultimate weapon: the nuclear bomb.

Experts have argued for long that China and not Pakistan is India’s biggest threat. New Delhi might is recognising this fact by stepping up its defences by deploying the ultimate weapon: the nuclear bomb. India’s nuclear weapons are pointing towards China now with Beijing within the range of Indian missiles. Three years ago, India tested the Agni-5 missile. Its success was a boost for India’s defence capability. In response, Chinese state media outlet The Global Times said “India needs to cool its missile fever”. ''India has broken the UN Limits on its development of nuclear weapons and long-range ballistic missile” The article goes on to argue that Pakistan should have the “same privileges” in nuclear development that india has. The whole artice appears like a defence of Chinese ally Pakistan. China is worried about India’s missile capabilities because the Agni-4, as well as the Agni-5 can hit targets within mainland China, includinh its capital Beijing. Experts who have closely studied India’s nuclear program have confirmed that Pakistan is not the country only focus now. India is now developing capabilities to deploy nuclear weapons against China. All three branches of India’s defence forces have a role to play in this new strategy. On the air front, three or four squadrons of the Mirage 2000h and the Jaguar have been assigned nuclear strike missions against Pakistan and China. India is also set to induct the Rafale aircraft, a fighter jet that can be used for nuclear missions. On land, the Agni-4, which if deployed in northeast India, can hit targets like Beijing and Shanghai. The Agni-5 is much more capable as it can hit targets in china from bases in central and southern India. On the high seas, India is developing a submarine-launched ballistic missile which will allow Indian submarines to target all of asia. To back the new strategy, India is increasing its nuclear asrenal. Reportedly, India has developed 150 nuclear warheads. 48 nuclear bombs have been assigned to aircraft with the Indian Airforce. While India maintains the no-first use policy, it is arming itself to remain a compelling deterrent for any kind of adventurism from the neighbours.

India arming itself to remain compelling deterrent against attack by neighbours

Mumbai, one of the worst hit cities in terms of rising cases, is deploying ‘smart helmets’ to combat the spread of the disease

Your Story: Mumbai receive high-tech 'Smart helmets' to combat COVID-19

India reported the highest one-day spike of 45,720 coronavirus cases and 1,129 deaths this morning, government data shows.

COVID-19: India records 45,000+ cases, 1,129 deaths in last 24 hours

In Jammu-Kashmir, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh visited Amarnath shrine accompanied by CDS, Army Chief on Saturday. Watch this video to know more.

J&K: Defense Minister Rajnath visits Amarnath shrine accompanied by CDS, Army Chief

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has arrived in Leh for a 2-day visit of Ladakh and J&K. The Defence Minister is accompanied by the Chief of Defence Staff Bipin Rawat and also the Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane. Watch report.

Rajnath Singh salutes Indian forces, "No one will be allowed to touch Indian territory"

The Supreme Court on July 13 pronounced its verdict on the dispute over management of Thiruvananthapuram's historic Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple. The top court said that the royal family of Travancore still has the shebait right.

Padmanabhaswamy Temple Row: Royale family to manage Kerala temple, says SC

Huawei is a Chinese tech giant and the global market leader in 5G. In India, Huawei has a big presence. It's been in India for 20 years. It makes up one-third of Bharti Airtel's network and 40 per cent of Vodafone Idea's network.

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Huawei employs around 7,500 people in India. After China, its second-biggest R&amp;D centre is in India. The alternatives to Huawei, like Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung cost significantly more.

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The company controls a lion's share of the global 5G market and yet, more and more countries are trying to block it.

When Huawei was given the green light to participate in the 5G trials in India, the company breathed a sigh of relief. Huawei may have dodged a bullet then. But now, it faces fire and perhaps a global ban.

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The world is blaming China for unleashing a pandemic. Governments are looking to punish China and Huawei is the perfect target. Given the many security concerns surrounding the telecom giant.

India cited security concerns to ban 59 Chinese apps and Huawei could be next.&nbsp;

The government has held discussions on India's 5G rollout plans. More specifically on Huawei should the Chinese telecom equipment manufacturer be allowed to participate. Another Chinese company under the scanner is ZTE.&nbsp;

These discussions happened when the ban on Chinese apps was being discussed. If India blocks Huawei, it won't be the first country to do so.&nbsp;

Countries around the world are dumping the Chinese tech giant. Australia and New Zealand won't allow Huawei to build their 5G networks. Japan too has imposed a ban. &nbsp;The United Kingdom has limited Huawei's participation in the 5G rollout. It's now rethinking the Chinese company's role.&nbsp;

Several countries remain undecided. Businesses too are hesitant to deal with Huawei.

In Canada, two big Telcos, Telus and BCE chose Ericsson and Nokia to build their 5G network.\

The campaign against Huawei is being driven by the United States.

It began almost two years ago when the Trump administration began reaching out to allies. The United States argues that Huawei is a threat to national security. The company has close links to the communist party.

Recently, the Pentagon said that Huawei is owned or controlled by the People's Liberation Army. The US secretary of state went one step further. Mike Pompeo has called Huawei a surveillance arm of China. He said: "You've seen this all, everyone in this room knows that the Chinese communist party, strong-arms nations to do business with Huawei, an arm of the CCP's surveillance state."

For Huawei, this battle against America is a personal one. Meng Wanzhou, &nbsp;the daughter of Huawei's billionaire founder Ren Zheng remains in Canada's custody.

She was arrested in 2018 after America requested extradition. The Trump administration accuses meng of breaking Iranian sanctions. The arrest has soured the Canada-China relationship.

Despite the blowback from Beijing, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hasn't stayed silent on the case. Trudeau said: "It is certain that this issue of China trying to exert political pressure on Canada by having arbitrarily detained two Canadians in response to us fulfilling obligations under an international extradition treaty is causing a challenge in our relationship. We need to demonstrate that we have an independent judiciary and we will continue to respect that independent judiciary, regardless of the pressure put on us by foreign governments."&nbsp;

Western governments are using Huawei to thwart China's ambitions. India should take a cue and crackdown on China's tech giant that poses a security threat.&nbsp;

Huawei is a Chinese tech giant and the global market leader in 5G. In India, Huawei has a big presence. It's been in India for 20 years. It makes up one-third of Bharti Airtel's network and 40 per cent of Vodafone Idea's network.

Huawei is a Chinese tech giant and the global market leader in 5G. In India, Huawei has a big presence. It's been in India for 20 years. It makes up one-third of Bharti Airtel's network and 40 per cent of Vodafone Idea's network. Also read: India's Chinese app ban seen jolting $1 billion expansion of ByteDance Huawei employs around 7,500 people in India. After China, its second-biggest R&D centre is in India. The alternatives to Huawei, like Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung cost significantly more. The company controls a lion's share of the global 5G market and yet, more and more countries are trying to block it. When Huawei was given the green light to participate in the 5G trials in India, the company breathed a sigh of relief. Huawei may have dodged a bullet then. But now, it faces fire and perhaps a global ban. Also read: Strongly concerned over India's ban on Chinese apps: China The world is blaming China for unleashing a pandemic. Governments are looking to punish China and Huawei is the perfect target. Given the many security concerns surrounding the telecom giant. India cited security concerns to ban 59 Chinese apps and Huawei could be next. The government has held discussions on India's 5G rollout plans. More specifically on Huawei should the Chinese telecom equipment manufacturer be allowed to participate. Another Chinese company under the scanner is ZTE. These discussions happened when the ban on Chinese apps was being discussed. If India blocks Huawei, it won't be the first country to do so. Countries around the world are dumping the Chinese tech giant. Australia and New Zealand won't allow Huawei to build their 5G networks. Japan too has imposed a ban. The United Kingdom has limited Huawei's participation in the 5G rollout. It's now rethinking the Chinese company's role. Several countries remain undecided. Businesses too are hesitant to deal with Huawei. In Canada, two big Telcos, Telus and BCE chose Ericsson and Nokia to build their 5G network.\ The campaign against Huawei is being driven by the United States. It began almost two years ago when the Trump administration began reaching out to allies. The United States argues that Huawei is a threat to national security. The company has close links to the communist party. Recently, the Pentagon said that Huawei is owned or controlled by the People's Liberation Army. The US secretary of state went one step further. Mike Pompeo has called Huawei a surveillance arm of China. He said: "You've seen this all, everyone in this room knows that the Chinese communist party, strong-arms nations to do business with Huawei, an arm of the CCP's surveillance state." For Huawei, this battle against America is a personal one. Meng Wanzhou, the daughter of Huawei's billionaire founder Ren Zheng remains in Canada's custody. She was arrested in 2018 after America requested extradition. The Trump administration accuses meng of breaking Iranian sanctions. The arrest has soured the Canada-China relationship. Despite the blowback from Beijing, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hasn't stayed silent on the case. Trudeau said: "It is certain that this issue of China trying to exert political pressure on Canada by having arbitrarily detained two Canadians in response to us fulfilling obligations under an international extradition treaty is causing a challenge in our relationship. We need to demonstrate that we have an independent judiciary and we will continue to respect that independent judiciary, regardless of the pressure put on us by foreign governments." Western governments are using Huawei to thwart China's ambitions. India should take a cue and crackdown on China's tech giant that poses a security threat.

Chinese apps have been banned in India; Is Huawei next?

union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday (June 29) issued new guidelines for Unlock 2, opening up more activities in areas outside the containment Zones.

India | Unlock 2.0: Further easing of restrictions in non-containment zones

Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday (June 29) issued new guidelines for Unlock 2, opening up more activities in areas outside the containment Zones.

India's unlock 2.0: What remains closed and what is allowed? Here are the details

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation at 11 am on Sunday through his monthly radio programme 'Mann ki Baat'. This is the 66th edition of the monthly radio programme.

Prime Minister'S Monthly Radio Address

With a record 15,968 coronavirus cases reported in the past 24 hours, the total count in India has risen to 4,56,183.

Coronavirus cases in India cross 4.56 lakh; records Highest single-day surge

Petrol price on Monday was hiked by 33 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise to take retail rates to record high as the oil companies increased prices for the 16th day in a row.

India: Petrol, diesel price at new high after 16th price hike in a row

The annular belt of the eclipse in India passed through cities like Joshimath and Dehradun in Uttrakhand, Sirsa in Haryana, parts of Rajasthan, but the eclipse was witnessed from every corner of the country.

Different states and cities in India witnesses historical Solar Eclipse 2020

Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday called for a complete ban on Chinese products following a violent face-off between Indian and Chinese troops in Galwan Valley, Ladakh.&nbsp;Three Indian Army personnel, one officer and two soldiers, were martyred in the violent standoff that occurred on Monday night between the Indian and Chinese troops.&nbsp;

"During the de-escalation process underway in the Galwan Valley, a violent face-off took place on Monday night with casualties. The loss of lives on the Indian side includes an officer and two soldiers," the Army said in a statement.

Whereas Harbhajan Singh, taking to social media platform Twitter, wrote: “Ban all Chinese products #BoycottChineseProducts”

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A divisional Commander Level meeting is going on at the Eastern Ladakh Sector to defuse the border situation in China.&nbsp;

The Indian Army further said that “casualties suffered on both sides” in violent face-off during the de-escalation process.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, China's foreign ministry when asked about Indian Army reporting casualties during the clash with its troops accused Indian troops of crossing the border and "attacking Chinese personnel", AFP added.

China's Global Times quoting the foreign minister said that "Indian troops on Monday seriously violated consensus of the two sides by illegally crossing the border twice and carrying out provocative attacks on Chinese soldiers, resulting in serious physical clashes"

"China has lodged solemn representations with the Indian side and urged it to strictly restrain its frontline troops from crossing the border or taking any unilateral action that may complicate the border situation," the Global Times quoted the foreign minister as saying.

"China and India agreed to resolve the bilateral issues through dialogue to ease the border situation and maintain peace and tranquillity in border areas," the Global Times quoted the Chinese foreign minister as saying.

Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday called for a complete ban on Chinese products following a violent face-off between Indian and Chinese troops in Galwan Valley, Ladakh.

Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh on Tuesday called for a complete ban on Chinese products following a violent face-off between Indian and Chinese troops in Galwan Valley, Ladakh. Three Indian Army personnel, one officer and two soldiers, were martyred in the violent standoff that occurred on Monday night between the Indian and Chinese troops. "During the de-escalation process underway in the Galwan Valley, a violent face-off took place on Monday night with casualties. The loss of lives on the Indian side includes an officer and two soldiers," the Army said in a statement. Whereas Harbhajan Singh, taking to social media platform Twitter, wrote: “Ban all Chinese products #BoycottChineseProducts” ALSO READ: BCCI identifies September 26 to November 8 for IPL 2020: Report Ban all Chinese products #BoycottChineseProducts https://t.co/nzaNc3DyoE — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) June 16, 2020 × A divisional Commander Level meeting is going on at the Eastern Ladakh Sector to defuse the border situation in China. The Indian Army further said that “casualties suffered on both sides” in violent face-off during the de-escalation process. ALSO READ: 3 Indian soldiers martyred in clash with Chinese troops along LAC Meanwhile, China's foreign ministry when asked about Indian Army reporting casualties during the clash with its troops accused Indian troops of crossing the border and "attacking Chinese personnel", AFP added. China's Global Times quoting the foreign minister said that "Indian troops on Monday seriously violated consensus of the two sides by illegally crossing the border twice and carrying out provocative attacks on Chinese soldiers, resulting in serious physical clashes" "China has lodged solemn representations with the Indian side and urged it to strictly restrain its frontline troops from crossing the border or taking any unilateral action that may complicate the border situation," the Global Times quoted the foreign minister as saying. "China and India agreed to resolve the bilateral issues through dialogue to ease the border situation and maintain peace and tranquillity in border areas," the Global Times quoted the Chinese foreign minister as saying.

'#BanAllChineseProducts' - Harbhajan Singh lashes out at China after violent face-off with Indian Army at LAC

Chief of Army Staff Manoj Mukund Naravane said that the border dispute with China under control in Ladakh and India-China is having series of talks which started up with the core-commander level.

Indian Army Chief: Situation along our borders with China under control

Addressing the 125th Annual Session of CII, the Prime Minister said: "World is looking for a trusted, reliable partner.

India: People, Planet, Profit: PM Modi Addresses Indian Chamber of Commerce

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivers the inaugural address on the occasion of the 95th annual plenary session of Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) today.

'Must work on reducing imports and to make self-reliant India', says PM Modi

India has recorded 9,304 new coronavirus COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours taking the total tally to 2,16,919 on Thursday (June 4).

COVID-19: India records 9,304 cases, 260 deaths in last 24 hours

A pregnant wild elephant in Kerala’s Silent Valley Forest fell victim to an act of human cruelty after a pineapple filled with powerful crackers offered by a man exploded in her mouth when she chomped on it.

Kerala: Pregnant elephant dies in Kerala left the whole world shocked

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