Everyone has right to protest, govt working to find solution to Maratha quota demand by Jarange-Patil: Ajit Pawar

Maratha Quota Row: Ajit Pawar Says Govt Engaged in Finding Solution, Backs Right to Protest

Ajit Pawar clarified that the court had given permission to Jarange-Patil for a one-day protest. "Jarange-Patil has expressed the opinion that if the court gives any instructions, then all should follow that order. Manoj Jarange-Patil has been given a one-day extension (up to Saturday). But he is adamant on an indefinite fast. Therefore, there is tension between the government and the protesters on this issue," he expressed. Aug 30, 2025
Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit

China Welcomes Prime Minister Modi Ahead of Major International Summit

Relations between India and China have seen positive developments in recent months, marked by increased dialogue and collaboration. One of the most notable achievements has been the resumption of the Kailash-Mansarovar pilgrimage, a significant cultural and spiritual journey for many Indian travelers Aug 29, 2025
Indian stock market ends lower amid US tariff jitters, Sensex declines 765 points

Sensex, Nifty slip as heavyweights drag stock markets amid tariff concerns

Sensex ended the session at 79,809.65, down 270.92 points or 0.34 per cent. The 30-share index opened flat at 80,010.83 against the last session's closing of 80,080.57. The Index traded flat most of the time before falling over 0.3 per cent in the closing hour, touching an intra-day low at 79,741.76. Aug 29, 2025
Mpox: 47 countries reported 3,924 cases, 30 deaths in July, says WHO report

Mpox: 47 countries reported 3,924 cases, 30 deaths in July, says WHO report

Meanwhile, countries like China, Germany, Türkiye, and the United Kingdom have reported additional cases of mpox due to clade Ib MPXV since June. These cases have been linked to travel, and community transmission of clade Ib MPXV continues to be reported only in countries in central and eastern Africa, the WHO report said. Aug 29, 2025
World counts on India: PM Modi makes reforms and stability pitch at Japan Forum

World counts on India: PM Modi makes reforms and stability pitch at Japan Forum

During his August 29–30 visit, PM Modi will hold his first formal bilateral talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The two leaders are expected to review the progress of the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership, focusing on defence and security, trade and investment, digital technology, climate action, and innovation. Aug 29, 2025