The principles Gandhiji stood for represent an ideal that is being weakened every day by those in power who are pushing their agenda of bigotry “The contradiction is mirrored in the attitude of the Hindutva-inspired Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Mr. Modi was schooled, like other Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) … A betrayal of the very idea of the Mahatma
CJI turns spotlight on issues critical to democratic endurance of Indian State “In a democracy, the winning of elections is not a license to dispense with the rule of law. Nor does it mean rule by the majority, because then this would violate the principle of equality before law. Secularism is part of the basic … Constitution as ‘North Star’
“Multinational companies like Hindustan Lever that had a major industrial complex in Rajpura conveniently moved all its manufacturing to Baddi and Nalagarh. A number of major hosiery companies, instead of expanding in Punjab, looked for green pastures elsewhere where the hilly States, supported by BJP-led coalition government to reeled out a wholesome package offering a … Punjab has to move on to a New Model
New Delhi (TIP)- India and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to the founding values of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), international law and respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states. It was mentioned in a joint statement released on Thursday, January 26, a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and visiting Egyptian President … Egypt considering allocating land to Indian industries in Suez Canal Economic Zone
New Delhi (TIP)- India has issued a notice to Pakistan for modification of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in view of Islamabad’s “intransigence” in the implementation of the pact, inked over six decades back for matters relating to cross-border rivers, government sources said on Friday, January 27. The notice sent on January 25 through respective … India issues notice to Pak for modification of Indus Waters Treaty
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on January 27 imposed a Rs 10 lakh fine on Wadia-Group-owned airline GoFirst (formerly known as GoAir) for failure to ensure adequate arrangements for ground handling for the flight. “The airline failed to ensure adequate arrangement for ground handling, preparation of load and trim sheet, flight dispatch and … Go First airline fined Rs 10 lakh for leaving 55 flyers behind at Bengaluru airport
New Delhi (TIP)- Security and intelligence agencies have flagged concern over the illegal arms market along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. Most of the arms sourced from there are US-made and are being dropped with the help of drones on the Indian side in Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab. Sources in the government said the agencies in … ISI pushing militancy in India with US arms left behind in Kabul: Intel
Awantipora (TIP)- Congress’s Bharat Jodo Yatra resumed from Awantipora in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, January 28, with PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti joining Rahul Gandhi and other Congress leaders, a day after the yatra was halted due to alleged security lapses. Mufti, along with a number of women, are walking with Rahul Gandhi from Chursu. … Mehbooba Mufti joins Rahul Gandhi in Bharat Jodo Yatra day after ‘security lapse’
New Delhi (TIP)- Delhi Police on Friday, January 27, detained 24 students from the Delhi University’s Arts Faculty for planning to screen the controversial BBC documentary on the 2002 Godhra riots. The action comes days after similar protests occurred at Delhi’s Jawaharlal Nehru University and Jamia Millia Islamia over the documentary’s screening. Reacting to the … BBC documentary on PM Modi: Delhi Police detains 24 students from DU for planning to screen film
Martyrs’ Day is observed on January 30 to commemorate the death of Mahatma Gandhi, who was assassinated on the same day in 1948 Born Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, he is widely regarded as ‘Bapu’, or ‘Father of the nation’ in India. Gandhi, regarded as one of the most iconic figures of the 20th century, bravely led … Remembering Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary
The United States (US) has said it opposes any “unilateral attempts” and incursions across the Line of Actual Control (LAC), days after Chinese President Xi Jinping met People’s Liberation Army (PLA) soldiers stationed at the India-China border to “inspect combat readiness”. In response to a question by HT at a regular State Department press briefing … Strongly oppose unilateral bids to advance territorial claims at LAC: US
The Indian Panorama Editor Indrajit Saluja interviewed Ambassador Randhir Kumar Jaiswal, Consul General of India at New York. This is the fifth and concluding part of the interview. Consul General of India at New York Mr. Randhir Kumar Jaiswal, a few days after joining the present position on 19th July 2020 in an interview with … India is the fastest growing economy: Ambassador Jaiswal
NEW YORK (TIP): Anil Bansal, Past President of FIA, a successful serial entrepreneur, ambassador and promoter of Indian arts and culture, and a great humanitarian, was felicitated as The South Asian Times Person of the Year (POY) 2022 at the Consulate of India here on January 21. The event was oversubscribed with the presence of … The South Asian Times celebrated felicitation of Anil Bansal as Person of the Year 2022 at the Indian Consulate
Seoul (TIP): Ships searching in wind-whipped waters between South Korea and Japan have picked up at least 14 of the 22 crew members from a cargo vessel that sank early on January 24, killing at least two, officials said. South Korean officials said nine of those rescued remain unconscious, but they did not immediately confirm … Cargo ship sinks between South Korea and Japan; 2 dead, 8 missing
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP): Embassy of India, Guatemala celebrated the 74th Republic Day with great fervor. Ambassador Manoj Kumar Mohapatra unfurled the tricolor on 26th January 2023. As a part of AzadiKaAmritMahotsav celebrations, Ambassador Manoj Kumar Mohapatra unfurled the tricolor in Xela, the second-largest city in Guatemala in the presence of Mr. Juan Fernando López, Mayor … India Celebrates 74th Republic Day in Guatemala
Berlin (TIP): After weeks of hesitation that saw growing impatience among Germany’s allies, Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced on January 24 that his government would provide Ukraine with Leopard 2 battle tanks and approve requests by other nations to do the same. In a statement, the government said it would initially provide Ukraine with one company … Germany agrees to provide Ukraine with Leopard tanks
London (TIP): Mayor of London Sadiq Khan issued a high air pollution alert for January 23 and called on Londoners “to be careful over the next few days” and avoid unnecessary car journeys. The UK capital has experienced moderate air pollution since the weekend as a result of continuing cold, still, and foggy conditions creating … London Mayor issues high air pollution alert, calls to avoid car journeys
Kyiv (TIP): Ukrainian officials said on January 24 that Russia launched a wave of missile and self-exploding drone attacks on the country. Air raid sirens wailed nationwide. There were no immediate reports of the targets, but Kyiv’s mayor said a Russian missile strike killed one person, the first death from an attack in the capital … Russia launches wave of missile and self-exploding drone attacks on Ukraine
Prof. Hardev Singh Virk, a pioneer in interdisciplinary research in India, has been honoured with FRAY International Sustainability Award for his ground-breaking research in irradiating minerals, glasses, polymers and other insulators using heavy ion beams. His outstanding contributions to understanding the health hazards by measuring Radon concentration in air, soil and groundwater and earthquake prediction … Renowned Indian Physicist Prof. Hardev Singh Virk honoured with FRAY International Sustainability Award
GUATEMALA CITY (TIP) : India’s Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Smt. Meenakashi Lekhi visited Guatemala from 15-17 January and El Salvador from 17-19 January 2023. During her visit to Guatemala, MOS met with the Acting President of Guatemala, H.E. Mr Guillermo Castillo Reyes; Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala, H.E. Mr. Mario … India’s Minister Smt. Meenakashi Lekhi discusses with Guatemala and El Salvador leaders avenues for mutual cooperation
Ottawa (TIP): The number of job vacancies across all sectors in Canada decreased by 20,700 to 850,300 in November 2022, down from the peak of more than 1 million recorded in May 2022, the national statistical agency said, Statistics Canada said on January 26 that job vacancies decreased in the professional, scientific and technical services … Canada’s job vacancies declined in November 2022
Kyiv (TIP): Ukraine on January 27 battled Russian troops trying to pierce its lines in the east and northeast before Kyiv takes delivery of tanks from its Western allies, saying the fighting showed it needed more weapons to repel the invaders. Kyiv said fierce battles were under way, a day after at least 11 people … As fighting intensifies, Kyiv seeks more arms
Hong Kong (TIP): Around 92 per cent of the population in the Chinese capital of Beijing will have Covid by January 31, a new study published in peer-reviewed journal Nature Medicine has revealed. Nearly 76 per cent of people in Beijing had contracted Covid-19 as of December 22. It was expected to reach 92 per … 92% population in Beijing to get Covid by January end: Study
Karachi (TIP): A mysterious illness has killed 18 people, mostly children, in Karachi’s Kemari area this month with health officials in this southern Pakistani port city still unable to find the cause of the deaths. Director Health Services Abdul Hameed Jumani said 14 kids were among the dead. “A health team is working to find … Mysterious illness kills 18 in Pakistan
NEW YORK (TIP): The 74th Republic Day of India was celebrated at the Consulate General of India, New York with a flag hoisting ceremony on Thursday, January 26th 2023. Consul General Randhir Jaiswal unfurled the national flag after which the national anthem was sung. Consul General then read out the address of the President of … 74th Republic Day of India celebrated at the Indian Consulate in New York
I.S. Saluja NEW YORK (TIP): It may be the biggest scandal in corporate history in India in recent times. The Hindenburg report on Adani conglomerate has created shockwaves in the financial world. Nobody can wish away or wash away the findings of the Hindenburg investigation. It is not the first time that Hindenburg has investigated … Short seller Hindenburg accuses billionaire Gautam Adani of ‘largest con in corporate history’
Nation’s military prowess, cultural diversity, and other unique initiatives displayed NEW DELHI (TIP): The ceremonial boulevard of the national capital, the newly-christened Kartavya Path that has witnessed the country free itself from the clutches of colonial rule played host to the 74th Republic Day on January 26, 2023. President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in … A vibrant parade marked Celebration of the 74th Republic Day of India
NEW YORK (TIP): New York City Mayor Eric Adams, on January 26, outlined a “Working People’s Agenda” in his second State of the City address, delivered at the Queens Theatre in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Mayor Adams’ agenda is built on four pillars that are essential to building a city that meets the needs of working … Mayor Adams Outlines “Working People’s Agenda” for NYC in Second State of the City Address
Indian constitution, one of the utmost admired constitutions in the world was enacted after ‘ransacking’ all the known constitutions of the world at that time. This constitution that we have enacted has stood the test of times. Though provisions were borrowed from other constitutions, the constitution of India has several salient features that distinguish it … Salient features of Constitution
From 9th December 1946 to 26th November 1949, the constitution of India was framed which came into force after two months of completion, that is on 26th January 1950, celebrated as the republic day of India. The years spent in the making of the Indian Constitution were marked exceptionally tumultuous as: – 1942, Quit India … Framing of the Indian Constitution