China relies on civilian, dual-use instruments to expand presence in contested waters: Report
Rome, June 28 (IANS) China is expanding its presence through infrastructure, civilian, quasi-civilian and dual-use instruments, not just artificial islands and military bases, a report stated. “Beijing is increasingly relying on a diverse set of…
US senators urge political courage
Washington, June 28 (IANS) Republican Senator Todd Young and Democratic Senator Mark Kelly called on American politicians to show greater political courage and put the national interest ahead of partisan politics, while offering contrasting views on…
Women’s T20 WC: ‘We need to rethink how we play against good teams,’ says Harmanpreet after India’s exit
London, June 28 (IANS): India captain Harmanpreet Kaur admitted her side needs to reassess its approach against top opposition after Australia’s record-breaking six-wicket victory at Lord’s knocked the Women in Blue out of the ICC…
Teachings of Sant Kabir Das reinforce social harmony: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sant Kabir Das, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Sunday that the city represents India’s diversity, social harmony and cultural unity, where every individual enjoys equal…
Punjab CM inaugurates Amritsar flyover, says project saved Rs 11.52 crore
Amritsar, June 28 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday gave a major gift to residents of this holy city by dedicating the newly constructed flyover at the junction of Sultanwind Bypass and Sultanwind Link Road to the people. Built to ease…
Odisha: Man held for duping investors of nearly Rs 3 crore
Bhubaneswar, June 28 (IANS) The Infocity Police, Bhubaneswar, on Sunday arrested a 51-year-old man from West Bengal for allegedly duping several people of around Rs 3 crore by posing as the son of a former Lok Sabha MP and the CEO of a private company.…
Will INS Ikshak carry out survey of waters around Seychelles as INS Nirdeshak did years ago?
Kolkata, June 28 (IANS) Will the INS Ikshak carry out hydrographic survey along the coast of the Seychelles during its present visit to the country? The visit by the Survey Vessel Large (SVL) coincides with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to…
2nd T20I: Tector, Moondra, Hollard star as Ireland stun India by one run, win 2‑0 series sweep (Ld)
Belfast, June 28 (IANS) Ireland stepped up really well when it mattered the most to defeat India by just one run and complete a memorable 2‑0 series sweep – their first‑ever bilateral triumph over the Asian heavyweights. Vice-captain Tilak Varma’s…
US Senator warns against election rhetoric
Washington, June 28 (IANS) US Republican Senator Thom Tillis warned on Sunday that continued attacks on the integrity of US elections could undermine public confidence in American democracy, while also renewing his criticism of Director of National…
Shivraj Chouhan tells officials to ensure last-mile delivery in rural job schemes
New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Sunday directed officials to ensure that the annual provision of more than Rs 1.5 lakh for the rural employment schemes under Viksit Bharat – GRAM-G and MNREGA schemes reaches…