India
Govt authorises Army chief to call out officer, enrolled person of TA

Govt authorises Army chief to call out officer, enrolled person of TA

09 May 2025 | 4:49 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Central government has authorised the Chief of the Army Staff to call out officer and every enrolled person of the Territorial Army to assist or supplement the regular Army, if required.

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Pakistan's attacks on India shows that Islamabad backs terrorism: Indian Ambassador to US Vinay Kwatra

Pakistan's attacks on India shows that Islamabad backs terrorism: Indian Ambassador to US Vinay Kwatra

09 May 2025 | 2:32 PM

Washington/New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) Amid rising concern in the world over the escalation between India and Pakistan, Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has said that Pakistan’s actions in launching missile and drone attacks on India shows that Islamabad backs terrorism and the world should tell Pakistan to stop supporting terrorism.

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Rajnath reviews security situation along western border with top defence officials

Rajnath reviews security situation along western border with top defence officials

09 May 2025 | 1:50 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday chaired a high-level meeting to review the security situation along the western border and operational preparedness of the Indian Armed Forces, the Defence Ministry said.

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Delhi Govt to test air raid sirens, asks public not to panic

Delhi Govt to test air raid sirens, asks public not to panic

09 May 2025 | 1:43 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) The Directorate of Civil Defence on Friday will test the air raid sirens installed at the PWD Headquarters, ITO at 3 pm.

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Pak seeks international loans amid war losses, stock market crash

Pak seeks international loans amid war losses, stock market crash

09 May 2025 | 12:14 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) Pakistan's Ministry of Economic Affairs on Friday appealed to international partners for an urgent financial assistance, citing heavy losses inflicted by the "enemy" in an escalating war scenario, and a crashing stock market.

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States step up emergency preparedness amid border tension

States step up emergency preparedness amid border tension

09 May 2025 | 10:46 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) In the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, several states have ramped up security measures and placed emergency services on a high alert to deal with any eventuality.

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Delhi airport operations normal amid Operation Sindoor

Delhi airport operations normal amid Operation Sindoor

09 May 2025 | 9:19 AM

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan under Operation Sindoor, operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport here remain normal, airport authorities said on Thursday.

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Air India asks passengers to arrive 3 hrs before flights departure

Air India asks passengers to arrive 3 hrs before flights departure

09 May 2025 | 9:18 AM

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) Air India on Thursday advised passengers to arrive at the airport three hours before their flight departure time.

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In talk with US, Italy, EU, Iran, EAM conveys India's determination to give firm response to Pakistani escalation

In talk with US, Italy, EU, Iran, EAM conveys India's determination to give firm response to Pakistani escalation

08 May 2025 | 11:55 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) Amid Pakistan firing drones and missiles at India and New Delhi hitting back, and unconfirmed reports of more escalation, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday received calls from the US, the EU, the Italian FM, and a personal visit from the Iranian Foreign Minister and the Saudi deputy foreign minister.

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Delhi court adjourns hearing in National Herald case involving top Congress leaders

Delhi court adjourns hearing in National Herald case involving top Congress leaders

08 May 2025 | 11:35 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) A Delhi court on Thursday adjourned the hearing in National Herald case involving Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and others as proposed accused under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

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US calls on India, Pakistan for immediate de-escalation, backs direct dialogue between the two sides

US calls on India, Pakistan for immediate de-escalation, backs direct dialogue between the two sides

08 May 2025 | 11:04 PM

Washington/New Delhi/Islamabad, May 8 (UNI) The US today called on India and Pakistan to immediately de-escalate the situation and backed direct dialogue between the two sides and efforts to improve communication.

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Iranian FM in Delhi holds talks with NSA Doval, EAM Jaishankar

Iranian FM in Delhi holds talks with NSA Doval, EAM Jaishankar

08 May 2025 | 10:34 PM

New Delhi/Tehran, May 8 (UNI) Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi today met with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi to discuss issues of mutual interest as well as regional and international developments.

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India denies attacking Neelum hydropower plant in POK, warns Pakistan against using it as pretext to attack

India denies attacking Neelum hydropower plant in POK, warns Pakistan against using it as pretext to attack

08 May 2025 | 9:56 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) India on Thursday termed as “a blatant lie” the Pakistani leadership’s claim that Indian armed forces had attacked the Neelum-Jhelum hydropower plant in POK and warned that if Islamabad is trying to make it a “pretext” for targeting Indian infrastructure then Pakistan will be entirely responsible for the consequences that will undoubtedly follow.

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SC expresses concern over alleged midnight deportation of Rohingya refugees

SC expresses concern over alleged midnight deportation of Rohingya refugees

08 May 2025 | 9:01 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) The Supreme Court was informed that several Rohingya refugees, including women and children holding UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) cards, were allegedly picked up by police late on Wednesday night and deported to Myanmar, despite the matter being scheduled for hearing on Thursday.

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