President Murmu arrives in Manipur on maiden visit; to unveil multiple projects

President Murmu arrives in Manipur on maiden visit; to unveil multiple projects

The President was accorded a guard of honour on her arrival. Manipur Chief Secretary Puneet Kumar Goel, Chief Security Advisor to the Manipur government Kuldiep Singh, Director General of Police Rajiv Singh and other senior civil, security and military officials were present at the airport. This is her first visit to the Northeastern state after assuming the office of the President. Dec 11, 2025
India assails Pakistan's 'trade and transit terrorism' against Afghanistan

India assails Pakistan's 'trade and transit terrorism' against Afghanistan

India's Permanent Representative P. Harish told the Security Council on Wednesday (local time), "Such open threats and acts of war against a fragile and vulnerable, LLDC (Land-Locked Developing Country group) nation trying to rebuild in difficult circumstances constitute a blatant violation of the UN Charter and international law." Dec 11, 2025
India 'defining partner of 21st century', key to counter China: US lawmakers urge tie reset

India 'defining partner of 21st century', key to counter China: US lawmakers urge tie reset

Opening a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia hearing on the US–India strategic partnership on Wednesday (local time), Chairman Congressman Bill Huizenga said the relationship "is no longer just important. It is a defining relationship of the 21st century", adding that "if America wants a free Indo-Pacific... our partnership with India is critical." Dec 11, 2025
US, India push deeper counterterrorism ties amid Pakistan concerns

US, India push deeper counterterrorism ties amid Pakistan concerns

During the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia hearing on the US–India strategic partnership here on Wednesday (local time), eminent American experts on South Asia warned that Pakistan's continued use of militant proxies and China's expanding footprint in the region demand deeper alignment between Washington and New Delhi. Dec 11, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open higher amid positive global cues

Sensex, Nifty turn volatile at open amid US Fed rate cut

The Sensex, which began the day slightly higher, soon slipped into the red and was trading at 84,312 during early trade, down 79 points or 0.09 per cent. The Nifty also erased its early gains and inched down to 25,750, lower by 8 points or 0.03 per cent. Dec 11, 2025