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No impunity to terrorists, no treating them as proxies, no yielding to nuclear blackmail: EAM Jaishankar

01 Jul 2025 | 1:13 AM

New York/New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) Terming terrorism as one of the gravest threats to humanity, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today said the world must come together on some basic concepts: no impunity to terrorists, no treating them as proxies and no yielding to nuclear blackmail. Addressing the gathering at the exhibition on "The Human Cost of Terrorism”, organized by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations, he also said that any state sponsorship must be exposed and must be countered.

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No impunity to terrorists, no treating them as proxies, no yielding to nuclear blackmail: EAM Jaishankar

01 Jul 2025 | 1:09 AM

New York/New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) Terming terrorism as one of the gravest threats to humanity, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar today said the world must come together on some basic concepts: no impunity to terrorists, no treating them as proxies and no yielding to nuclear blackmail. Addressing the gathering at the exhibition on "The Human Cost of Terrorism”, organized by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations, he also said that any state sponsorship must be exposed and must be countered.He said the exhibition is a modest yet resolute effort to give voice to those who can no longer speak.

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Railways revises fares: No hike for short journeys, marginal rise beyond 500 Km

Railways revises fares: No hike for short journeys, marginal rise beyond 500 Km

30 Jun 2025 | 11:58 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) In a bid to streamline fare structures and enhance financial sustainability of passenger services, the Union Railways Ministry today announced that it has rationalised the basic fare of passenger train services, to be effective from tomorrow.

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QUAD nations launch sea observer mission to boost maritime cooperation

QUAD nations launch sea observer mission to boost maritime cooperation

30 Jun 2025 | 9:51 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) To strengthen maritime security and interoperability in the Indo-Pacific, the Coast Guards of India, Japan, the United States and Australia have launched the first-ever ‘QUAD at Sea Ship Observer Mission’ under the Wilmington Declaration.

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PM Modi to attend 17th BRICS Summit in Rio De Janeiro as India to hold chair of BRICS next year

PM Modi to attend 17th BRICS Summit in Rio De Janeiro as India to hold chair of BRICS next year

30 Jun 2025 | 9:44 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) With India set to hold the chair of BRICS next year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Rio De Janeiro, Brazil for the 17th BRICS Summit, holds even more significance.

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India, Bhutan hold Development Cooperation Talks, review progress in implementation of approved projects

India, Bhutan hold Development Cooperation Talks, review progress in implementation of approved projects

30 Jun 2025 | 9:19 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) India and Bhutan held their Development Cooperation Talks in New Delhi today, during which they reviewed the progress in implementation of the projects approved in previous rounds.

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PM condoles Sangareddy factory fire victims, announces ex-gratia

PM condoles Sangareddy factory fire victims, announces ex-gratia

30 Jun 2025 | 7:04 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today expressed grief over the loss of lives in a massive fire incident at a factory in Sangareddy district of Telangana.

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One in six people worldwide is affected by loneliness, says WHO

One in six people worldwide is affected by loneliness, says WHO

30 Jun 2025 | 6:57 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) One in six people globally is affected by loneliness, with serious health consequences including an increased risk of stroke, heart disease, diabetes, cognitive decline, and premature death, the World Health Organisation (WHO) Commission on Social Connection has warned in a report released today.

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CISF leads way with 50 percent women in senior leadership roles

CISF leads way with 50 percent women in senior leadership roles

30 Jun 2025 | 6:14 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) In a major achievement, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has reached a historic milestone with 50 percent of its cadre officers in the rank of Inspector General (IG) now being women.

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Anil Ambani's Reliance Defence partners with Coastal Mechanics to tap Rs 20,000 cr MRO market

Anil Ambani's Reliance Defence partners with Coastal Mechanics to tap Rs 20,000 cr MRO market

30 Jun 2025 | 5:45 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) Reliance Infrastructure Limited promoted Reliance Defence today announced a strategic agreement with Coastal Mechanics Inc. (CMI), a leading US Department of Defense authorised contractor, to jointly address India’s Rs 20,000 crore defence Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul (MRO) and upgrade market opportunity.

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PM Modi pays tribute to tribal heroes on Hul Diwas

PM Modi pays tribute to tribal heroes on Hul Diwas

30 Jun 2025 | 5:16 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) On the occasion of Hul Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid rich tributes to the valour and sacrifice of India’s tribal communities, recalling their pivotal role in the struggle against colonial rule.

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Army chief embarks on four-day visit to Bhutan

Army chief embarks on four-day visit to Bhutan

30 Jun 2025 | 4:42 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi today departed for Bhutan on a four-day official visit, aimed at further enhancing the enduring defence cooperation between the two countries.

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Kharge, Rahul express grief over factory blast in Telangana

Kharge, Rahul express grief over factory blast in Telangana

30 Jun 2025 | 4:26 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabja Rahul Gandhi today expressed anguish over the loss of lives in a factory blast in Sangareddy district in Telangana.

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Cong slams Odisha govt over Rath Yatra stampede, demands CM’s resignation

Cong slams Odisha govt over Rath Yatra stampede, demands CM’s resignation

30 Jun 2025 | 3:52 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) The Congress party strongly criticised the BJP-led Odisha government over the stampede during the Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, calling it a "clear failure of governance".

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BJP alleges INDI Bloc promoting ‘Namazwad’, undermining constitutional values

BJP alleges INDI Bloc promoting ‘Namazwad’, undermining constitutional values

30 Jun 2025 | 12:15 PM

New Delhi, June 30 (UNI) The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Opposition INDI Alliance, alleging that its parties like the RJD and Samajwadi party were attempting to promote what he termed as “Namazwad”—a religiously motivated deviation from constitutional principles—and accused them of undermining the legacy of BR Ambedkar.

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