ISKCON Temple in Utah attacked in suspected hate crime; India condemns

July 2, 2025 9:53 AM

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ISKCON Temple in Utah attacked in suspected hate crime; India condemns

The ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple in Utah, US, came under attack in suspected hate crimes over the past several days, according to a recent announcement shared on ISKCON's official social media handle. According to the release, 20 to 30 bullets were fired at the temple building and the surroun...

BJP leader Ravindra Chavan appointed as new state president of Maharashtra

July 2, 2025 9:41 AM

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BJP leader Ravindra Chavan appointed as new state president of Maharashtra

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ravindra Chavan has been appointed as the new state president of Maharashtra. The official announcement was made by senior BJP leader and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. Mr Rijiju criticised the Congress party, accusing it of misleading the public by spreading false ...

U.S. pauses weapons shipment to Ukraine amid concerns over declining stockpiles

July 2, 2025 9:35 AM

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U.S. pauses weapons shipment to Ukraine amid concerns over declining stockpiles

The United States has decided to pause shipment of certain weapons to Ukraine over concerns about declining US stockpiles, marking a setback for Kyiv as it faces intensifying Russian attacks. The munitions in question had previously been promised by the Biden administration to Ukraine to bolster its...

Maharashtra govt forms 3-member committee to probe Kundmala bridge collapse

July 2, 2025 9:29 AM

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Maharashtra govt forms 3-member committee to probe Kundmala bridge collapse

Maharashtra’s Public Works Minister Shivendra Singh Bhosale has informed the state Legislative Assembly that the government has appointed a three-member committee to investigate the recent bridge collapse at Kundmala on the Indrayani River in Maval Taluka, Pune. He said that the government has taken...

Clear weather helps expedite road restoration in Uttarkashi

July 2, 2025 9:18 AM

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Clear weather helps expedite road restoration in Uttarkashi

In Uttarakhand, Clear weather prevailed over most parts of Uttarakhand today, allowing authorities to expedite the restoration of roads blocked due to recent rainfall and landslides. In Uttarkashi, work is underway on a war footing to repair the damaged Yamunotri National Highway near Silai Band. Of...

IMF executive Board approves fourth review of Sri Lanka’s EFF

July 2, 2025 9:10 AM

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IMF executive Board approves fourth review of Sri Lanka’s EFF

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the Fourth Review of Sri Lanka’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement, unlocking the next tranche of 344 million dollars. This follows a staff-level agreement reached in April this year after discussions in Colombo and dur...

US President announces Israel’s 60-day Gaza ceasefire plan

July 2, 2025 9:06 AM

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US President announces Israel’s 60-day Gaza ceasefire plan

US President Donald Trump has said, Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. He warned Hamas to accept the deal before conditions worsen. President Trump announced the development as he prepares to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for talks at the White House on the 7...

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets Mauritius leaders, reaffirms bilateral ties
Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks poses for a photo with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 25, 2024. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Kubitza)

July 2, 2025 9:04 AM

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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets Mauritius leaders, reaffirms bilateral ties

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called on the senior leadership of Mauritius during his official visit to the island nation. The Foreign Secretary called on the President, Dharambeer Gokhool, Prime Minister, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, Deputy Prime Minister, Paul Berenger and the Foreign Minister of M...