The Palestine Ambassador Abdallah M. Abu Shawesh has said that India can use its 'leverage' of 'strong relationship' Israel to 'ease the situation in Gaza, West Bank'. His comments come even as the situation in Gaza remains dire as Israeli offensive continues that started after October 2023 Hamas terror attack. 


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Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) (MTNL.NS), opens new tab has defaulted on loan repayments worth 86.59 billion rupees ($990.48 million) to a group of seven public sector banks, the state-run telecom company said on Monday.


MTNL Defaults on $952.49 Million to 7 PSU Banks 

Bangladesh Army chief General Waker-uz-Zaman reassured the Hindu community during Janmashtami celebrations in Dhaka, emphasizing equal rights and protection for all citizens.


Bangladesh Army Chief reaffirms nation’s secular democratic foundations 

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has arrived in India for a two-day visit ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Beijing. 


Wang Yi's In India: China's FM To Begin 2-Day India Visit Ahead Of SCO Summit in Beijing 

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is set to begin a 3-day visit to India, with a key meeting scheduled with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday. The high-level talks are expected to focus on border tensions, trade and regional security.


China's FM Wang YI to begin 3-day India visit, all set meet PM Modi on Tuesday

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been officially declared the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election, scheduled to be held on September 9, 2025. Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader and two-time MP from Tamil Nadu, currently serves as the Governor of Maharashtra.


NDA announces candidate for V-P polls, picks CP Radhakrishnan as nominee

Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, on Sunday (Aug 17), repeated claims that the nation downed six Indian aircraft during the brief military confrontation between the two nations in May, claiming that Islamabad had “video proof”. However, he did not, once again, provide any details to back the assertion. While relations between neighbours India and Pakistan have been tense for years, the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, which was linked to Islamabad, triggered India's Operation Sindoor and subsequently a military confrontation between the two nations.<h2>What did the Pakistani minister say?</h2>Addressing a seminar in Lahore on Sunday, Naqvi boasted about being privy to key pieces of information surrounding the recent India-Pakistan war. There, he insisted that Pakistani intelligence had knowledge about India's plans ahead of time and that the nation had footage of six Indian planes being downed by the Pak military. The claim is not new and has already been refuted by India. On May 31, India's Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, speaking in Singapore, had flatly rejected Pakistan's claims of downing Indian jets, including Rafael's, as "absolutely incorrect".&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-travel-with-jo-youtuber-jyoti-malhotra-charge-sheeted-for-allegedly-spying-for-pakistan-1755406129532">‘Travel with Jo’ YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra charge-sheeted for allegedly spying for Pakistan</a>Naqvi, on Sunday, praised the Pakistani intelligence agencies' "important work" and said, "We need to acknowledge them." Without backing his claims about Pakistan downing Indian planes, evasively, he said, "Although the radar data had confirmed the downing of the Indian aircraft, Pakistan chose not to make any announcement until concrete evidence is in hand. We have video footage of all six Indian planes, which were shot down."Despite claiming to have the purported video footage, Pakistan has yet to present any evidence publicly.Naqvi also asserted that Pakistan destroyed an Indian oil depot during the conflict and that none of Pakistan's critical assets were damaged by Indian missiles. He declared that Pakistan had prior knowledge of New Delhi's strategies: "We knew whatever they planned, what aircraft they would use."&nbsp;Watch | J&amp;K: Two LeT terror associates arrested | Joint op by J&amp;K police, army<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/-j-k-two-let-terror-associates-arrested-joint-op-by-j-k-police-army-1755459827856/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/-j-k-two-let-terror-associates-arrested-joint-op-by-j-k-police-army-1755459827856/embed</a>&nbsp;

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has once again claimed that the country’s military shot down six Indian aircraft during the brief May confrontation, insisting Islamabad has “video proof” of the strikes. However, once again, the nation failed to back its claims with evidence.

Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, on Sunday (Aug 17), repeated claims that the nation downed six Indian aircraft during the brief military confrontation between the two nations in May, claiming that Islamabad had “video proof”. However, he did not, once again, provide any details to back the assertion. While relations between neighbours India and Pakistan have been tense for years, the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, which was linked to Islamabad, triggered India's Operation Sindoor and subsequently a military confrontation between the two nations. What did the Pakistani minister say? Addressing a seminar in Lahore on Sunday, Naqvi boasted about being privy to key pieces of information surrounding the recent India-Pakistan war. There, he insisted that Pakistani intelligence had knowledge about India's plans ahead of time and that the nation had footage of six Indian planes being downed by the Pak military. The claim is not new and has already been refuted by India. On May 31, India's Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, speaking in Singapore, had flatly rejected Pakistan's claims of downing Indian jets, including Rafael's, as "absolutely incorrect". Also read | ‘Travel with Jo’ YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra charge-sheeted for allegedly spying for Pakistan Naqvi, on Sunday, praised the Pakistani intelligence agencies' "important work" and said, "We need to acknowledge them." Without backing his claims about Pakistan downing Indian planes, evasively, he said, "Although the radar data had confirmed the downing of the Indian aircraft, Pakistan chose not to make any announcement until concrete evidence is in hand. We have video footage of all six Indian planes, which were shot down." Despite claiming to have the purported video footage, Pakistan has yet to present any evidence publicly. Naqvi also asserted that Pakistan destroyed an Indian oil depot during the conflict and that none of Pakistan's critical assets were damaged by Indian missiles. He declared that Pakistan had prior knowledge of New Delhi's strategies: "We knew whatever they planned, what aircraft they would use." Watch | J&K: Two LeT terror associates arrested | Joint op by J&K police, army https://www.wionews.com/videos/-j-k-two-let-terror-associates-arrested-joint-op-by-j-k-police-army-1755459827856/embed

Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has once again claimed that the country’s military shot down six Indian aircraft during the brief May confrontation, insisting Islamabad has “video proof” of the strikes. However, once again, the nation failed to back its claims with evidence.

Pakistan minister claims 'video proof’ of downing 6 Indian jets during India-pak conflict in May—but offers no evidence again

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his speech about GST reforms, said, "This Diwali, I am going to make it a double Diwali for you... Over the past eight years, we have undertaken a major reform in GST... We are bringing next-generation GST reforms. This will reduce the tax burden across the country"


Is India's latest GST reform better than the older one? | What got cheaper? 

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held high-level talks in Nepal on August 17, 2025, during his official two-day visit aimed at deepening India–Nepal relations.

Misri met with Nepalese Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli and President Ramchandra Paudel to discuss mutual interests and regional cooperation. He also paid a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba.

Misri in Nepal: Indian foreign secretary kicks off 2-day visit to Nepal

Reports suggest that a scheduled visit on August 25th by U.S. Trade negotiators to New Delhi has been deferred. This halts the sixth round of talks on the proposed bilateral trade agreement. This follows Trump’s remarks in Alaska, hinting at secondary tariff relief for India and China.

Trump: 'May not impose sanctions on India, China' 

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan has been officially declared the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election, scheduled to be held on September 9, 2025.
The announcement was made by BJP National President and Union Minister JP Nadda, following a key meeting of the BJP Parliamentary Board chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader and two-time MP from Tamil Nadu, currently serves as the Governor of Maharashtra. His nomination underscores the NDA’s strategic positioning ahead of the upcoming election.

NDA picks Maharashtra governor: CP Radhakrishnan announced as V-P nominee

The Election Commission of India holds a live press conference on the Bihar voter list controversy amid heated debates over Aadhaar and citizenship

Voter fraud row: CEC Gyanesh Kumar addresses press conference 

India's ministry of external affairs on Saturday welcomed the summit between US President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska to end the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war. In an official statement, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the "world wants to see an early end to the conflict."


Trump-Putin Summit | India: World Wants to See Early End to Russia-Ukraine War

Trump-Putin Summit: Ukrainian President Zelensky Lays Out Demands Post Trump-Putin Alaska Meet

On Gravitas Plus with @mollygambhir: decoding the stray dog debate and why the matter has been dominating headlines in India. How important is it to regulate the population of stray dogs? What are the initiatives taken for prevention and control of rabies in India? How important is dog population management for controlling dog bite cases?


Decoding the stray dog debate in India

Trump-Putin Summit: Putin's Red Carpet Welcome in Alaska Turns Into a Silent Power Struggle

Zelensky Braces for 'Perilous' Trump Talks, Speculations Over NATO-like Guarantees for Kyiv

The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) parliamentary board is set to convene on Sunday, 17 August, to decide the party's nominee for the upcoming vice-presidential election, according to a report by news agency ANI citing sources.


India: Vice Presidential Election on September 9; Who Will Succeed Dhankhar?

India: Echoes of Krishna 'Bhajan' And Dance Fill Streets as Indians Celebrate Janamashtmi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "This Diwali, I am going to make it a double Diwali for you... Over the past eight years, we have undertaken a major reform in GST... We are bringing next-generation GST reforms. This will reduce the tax burden across the country"


PM Modi Makes BIG Announcement on GST Reforms | PM Modi Independence Day Speech

Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, was celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India. From midnight bhajans and jhankis in temples to vibrant Dahi Handi events, devotees marked the festival with joy and grandeur.


Janmashtami 2025: India Celebrates with Devotion & Joy 

In his 79th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, PM Narendra Modi laid out a bold roadmap for a self-reliant India by 2047.
Key announcements included GST cuts, a ₹1 lakh crore job scheme for youth, India’s first semiconductor chip launch by the end of the year, and private sector entry into nuclear energy.
The speech comes amid global trade tensions and ahead of the high-stakes US-Russia summit in Alaska, which could shape India’s economic future.

Independence Day 2025: PM Modi stands up to America, promises India Diwali bonus 

US President Donald Trump on Thursday suggested that tariffs imposed on India may have played a role in Russian President Vladimir Putin agreeing to meet him in Alaska this week to discuss the war in Ukraine.


Trump-Putin talks: More tariffs on India? 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the launch of an indigenous air-defence system project aimed at safeguarding India’s key military and civilian assets. The system is designed to deliver a swift and decisive response to hostile threats, addressing growing security concerns posed by Pakistan and China.


Sudarshan chakra will integrate India's existing defence systems

Trump: India tariffs pressured Putin to the negotiating table 


A devastating cloudburst in Kishtwar has claimed 60 lives and left over 100 injured, triggering massive rescue and relief operations. Authorities are working tirelessly to evacuate affected areas and provide aid to survivors.

Kishtwar Cloudburst: Death Toll Mounts To 60, Hundreds Injured

Top Headlines of the Hour: 

- India Marks 79th Independence Day
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PM Modi's Longest Independence Day Speech | 'Won't Tolerate Nuclear Blackmail' | Headlines

PM Modi Slams Dependence On Other Nations | PM Modi's Longest Independence Day Speech | Headlines

On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned Pakistan for heightening tensions, warning against nuclear threats. He affirmed that any misadventure by the enemy will be met with a decisive and befitting response from the Indian Armed Forces.


Independence Day 2025: PM Modi Warns Pakistan, Cites Damages Inflicted By Op Sindoor 

A tribute to military wives like Mrs. Geetika Lidder, who have chosen to celebrate the lives of their brave, martyred husbands by building legacies of courage and strength. On India's Independence day, WION brings her tale of true grit.


A Military Wife’s Journey of Courage: Turning Loss Into a Living Legacy | Geetika Lidder | I-Day

On the 79th anniversary of Independence Day, PM Modi delivered the longest speech, lasting over 103 minutes, surpassing his previous record of 98 minutes in 2024. Here are the top 5 announcements of the speech.

On the 79th anniversary of Independence Day, PM Modi delivered the longest speech, lasting over 103 minutes, surpassing his previous record of 98 minutes in 2024. Here are the top 5 announcements of the speech.

From Iron Dome to new employment scheme: PM Modi's TOP announcements in Independence Day speech

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Bangladesh Army Chief reaffirms nation’s secular democratic foundations

Wang Yi's In India: China's FM To Begin 2-Day India Visit Ahead Of SCO Summit in Beijing

China's FM Wang YI to begin 3-day India visit, all set meet PM Modi on Tuesday

NDA announces candidate for V-P polls, picks CP Radhakrishnan as nominee

Pakistan minister claims 'video proof’ of downing 6 Indian jets in May

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Misri in Nepal: Indian foreign secretary kicks off 2-day visit to Nepal

Trump: 'May not impose sanctions on India, China'

NDA picks Maharashtra governor: CP Radhakrishnan announced as V-P nominee

Voter fraud row: CEC Gyanesh Kumar addresses press conference

Trump-Putin Summit | India: World Wants to See Early End to Russia-Ukraine War

Trump-Putin Summit | India: World Wants to See Early End to Russia-Ukraine War

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