MEA rebuts criticism on press freedom, minorities in India

NEW DELHI: At a press briefing in The Netherlands, Ministry of external affairs secretary (West), Sibi George, strongly rejected concerns about the minority rights and press freedom in India. Responding to question, George defended India’s democratic and social framework, saying the country’s strength lies in its diversity, religious coexistence and democratic freedoms.Addressing foreign journalists and…

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Iran Ship Seized: What was the Iranian ship seized by US carrying? Report claims ‘dual-use’ cargo

A US naval operation has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman, with officials focusing on what may be sensitive cargo onboard.Maritime security sources, cited by Reuters said initial assessments indicate the vessel is likely carrying “dual-use” items, materials that can have both civilian and military applications. These may include metals, pipes…

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Gold prices today (April 14, 2026): MCX gold jumps over 1%; June, August contracts extend gains

Gold prices traded higher in the domestic futures market on Tuesday, tracking firm global cues and improved sentiment amid easing dollar pressure and hopes of renewed geopolitical talks.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for the June 2026 contract rose Rs 1,981, or 1.30%, to Rs 1,54,053 per 10 grams. The contract touched a…

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IIT JAM 2026 round 1 admission list likely to be released today: Check steps to download here

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay is likely to release the first admission list for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026 today, May 25, 2026, according to the official tentative schedule. Candidates who completed the counselling registration and choice filling process will be able to check their Round 1 seat allotment result…

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Calm in the chaos: Why are we going numb as the world burns?

It’s another conflict.Another day, another bomb. Another headline flashes – children dying, buildings reduced to rubble, sirens echoing through cities somewhere in the world. The images are stark, the urgency real. Yet, somewhere between these moments of devastation, we find ourselves scrolling through reels, liking posts, debating movie reviews, moving from one world to another…

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US-China friction returns: Beijing protests Pentagon’s military-company label for BYD, Alibaba and Baidu

China on Saturday opposed the United States for adding several leading Chinese companies, including BYD, Alibaba and Baidu, to a Pentagon list of firms alleged to have links with the Chinese military, arguing that the move undermines understandings reached during last month’s summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.This comes despite…

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The Revenge’ woos international audiences; called ‘The best Indian movie of the year’

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ is continuing its successful run beyond cinemas, with the film now winning over international audiences following its OTT debut. The action-packed sequel that debuted for streaming in international locations on Netflix, has already climed its way up to the Top 10 global charts, and going by the reviews pouring in, it has…

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