India emphasized its support for the Quad alliance just ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Japan on August 29–30. Despite trade tensions with the US, India aims to deepen cooperation on critical minerals and Indo-Pacific stability with Quad partners Japan and Australia. Talks with the US on tariffs are ongoing, while Modi’s Japan visit could
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India emphasized its support for the Quad alliance just ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Japan on August 29–30. Despite trade tensions with the US, India aims to deepen cooperation on critical minerals and Indo-Pacific stability with Quad partners Japan and Australia. Talks with the US on tariffs are ongoing, while Modi’s Japan visit could
92The Hyderabad Kingdom, founded in 1724 by Nizam-ul-Mulk Qamaruddin, evolved into a powerful state in the Deccan region. Originally a Mughal province, it grew independent during the empire’s decline. It remained a princely state under British rule and refused to join the Indian Union in 1947. In 1948, India integrated Hyderabad through Operation Polo. BulletsIn
The Hyderabad Kingdom, founded in 1724 by Nizam-ul-Mulk Qamaruddin, evolved into a powerful state in the Deccan region. Originally a Mughal province, it grew independent during the empire’s decline. It remained a princely state under British rule and refused to join the Indian Union in 1947. In 1948, India integrated Hyderabad through Operation Polo. BulletsIn
The US has imposed 50% tariffs on $45 billion worth of Indian exports, primarily affecting textiles, gems, and jewellery. According to an SBI report, this move may reduce US GDP growth by 40–50 basis points and push inflation above the Federal Reserve’s target till 2026. The report highlights potential blowback for the US economy and
The US has imposed 50% tariffs on $45 billion worth of Indian exports, primarily affecting textiles, gems, and jewellery. According to an SBI report, this move may reduce US GDP growth by 40–50 basis points and push inflation above the Federal Reserve’s target till 2026. The report highlights potential blowback for the US economy and
The Election Commission of India (ECI), formed in 1950 under Article 324, is a constitutional body that oversees free and fair elections across India. Based in New Delhi, the ECI ensures democratic processes for elections to Parliament, State Assemblies, and top national offices. It currently operates with three members: one Chief Election Commissioner and two
The Election Commission of India (ECI), formed in 1950 under Article 324, is a constitutional body that oversees free and fair elections across India. Based in New Delhi, the ECI ensures democratic processes for elections to Parliament, State Assemblies, and top national offices. It currently operates with three members: one Chief Election Commissioner and two
On August 24, 2025, ISRO conducted the first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) for its Gaganyaan Mission. The test validated the parachute system essential for astronaut safety during re-entry and landing. Conducted with support from the Indian Air Force, DRDO, Indian Navy, and Coast Guard, this marks a major step toward India’s first human spaceflight.
On August 24, 2025, ISRO conducted the first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) for its Gaganyaan Mission. The test validated the parachute system essential for astronaut safety during re-entry and landing. Conducted with support from the Indian Air Force, DRDO, Indian Navy, and Coast Guard, this marks a major step toward India’s first human spaceflight.
At least 40 died in J&K’s Kishtwar after a cloudburst, while Ladakh saw cloudbursts and flash floods in August. The region faces severe climate change impacts as glaciers shrink rapidly, disrupting water supply, triggering migration, and increasing disaster risks. BulletsIn 40 killed, 100+ missing in J&K cloudburst, Ladakh saw 2 cloudbursts, flash floods Glaciers shrinking
At least 40 died in J&K’s Kishtwar after a cloudburst, while Ladakh saw cloudbursts and flash floods in August. The region faces severe climate change impacts as glaciers shrink rapidly, disrupting water supply, triggering migration, and increasing disaster risks. BulletsIn 40 killed, 100+ missing in J&K cloudburst, Ladakh saw 2 cloudbursts, flash floods Glaciers shrinking
US President Donald Trump on Monday welcomed South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Washington. The talks came amid tensions over Seoul’s handling of past political turmoil, but Trump still signaled readiness for diplomacy with North Korea and flexibility on trade with South Korea. BulletsIn Trump says open to meet Kim Jong Un Signals fresh
US President Donald Trump on Monday welcomed South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Washington. The talks came amid tensions over Seoul’s handling of past political turmoil, but Trump still signaled readiness for diplomacy with North Korea and flexibility on trade with South Korea. BulletsIn Trump says open to meet Kim Jong Un Signals fresh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking in Ahmedabad, reaffirmed that self-reliance and Swadeshi are key to India’s progress. Invoking Mahatma Gandhi, he said farmers, fishermen, livestock rearers, and entrepreneurs form the nation’s strength. BulletsIn Modi calls self-reliance base of developed India Invokes Gandhi, praises Swadeshi ideals Criticises decades of dependence on foreign powers Says imports used
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking in Ahmedabad, reaffirmed that self-reliance and Swadeshi are key to India’s progress. Invoking Mahatma Gandhi, he said farmers, fishermen, livestock rearers, and entrepreneurs form the nation’s strength. BulletsIn Modi calls self-reliance base of developed India Invokes Gandhi, praises Swadeshi ideals Criticises decades of dependence on foreign powers Says imports used
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In the 18th century, Mughal power weakened, and provincial governors asserted independence. This led to the rise of regional states like Bengal, Awadh, Hyderabad, Mysore, Marathas, Sikhs, Rajputs, and Jats. These states reflected decentralisation of power, though most still used Mughal systems. BulletsIn Mughal authority collapsed by 1761 Provincial governors, zamindars declared autonomy Bengal, Awadh,
In the 18th century, Mughal power weakened, and provincial governors asserted independence. This led to the rise of regional states like Bengal, Awadh, Hyderabad, Mysore, Marathas, Sikhs, Rajputs, and Jats. These states reflected decentralisation of power, though most still used Mughal systems. BulletsIn Mughal authority collapsed by 1761 Provincial governors, zamindars declared autonomy Bengal, Awadh,
Two days before U.S. tariffs of 50% on Indian goods take effect, PM Modi assured people in Ahmedabad on August 25, 2025, that small entrepreneurs, farmers, and shopkeepers will remain his government’s top priority. He promised reforms, attacked the opposition, and highlighted India’s economic progress. BulletsIn U.S. 50% tariffs on Indian goods from Aug 27
Two days before U.S. tariffs of 50% on Indian goods take effect, PM Modi assured people in Ahmedabad on August 25, 2025, that small entrepreneurs, farmers, and shopkeepers will remain his government’s top priority. He promised reforms, attacked the opposition, and highlighted India’s economic progress. BulletsIn U.S. 50% tariffs on Indian goods from Aug 27
