‘RSS is like al-Qaida’: Congress MP says Sangh ‘breeds hate’; BJP hits out

Congress MP Manickam Tagore drew controversy by comparing the RSS to al-Qaeda, stating the organisation “breeds hatred and propagates hatred.” This remark followed senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh’s praise for the RSS’s organisational strength. An RSS member, Indresh Kumar, criticised Tagore’s comment as a reflection of the Congress leadership’s “intellectual and mental bankruptcy.”

‘If Kyiv doesn’t want peace …’: Putin’s big warning ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump meet

Russian President Putin issued a stark warning to Ukraine, stating Russia will achieve its military goals if peace isn’t pursued. He highlighted progress on a border buffer zone and claimed advances in Donbass and Zaporozhye. Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy emphasized that occupied territories and the nuclear plant are “red lines” ahead of his US meeting, prioritizing … Read more

‘Horrific’: US slams mob violence on Hindu worker in Bangladesh; demands action

The US State Department has strongly condemned the “horrific” mob killing of Hindu garment worker Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, demanding an unequivocal stand against religious hatred. This statement follows growing concerns over attacks on minority communities. US lawmakers have also voiced outrage, urging condemnation of such bigotry. The incident highlights the precarious situation for … Read more

Revealed: Kohli, Rohit’s per-match earnings in the Vijay Hazare Trophy

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy highlights the tournament’s crucial role in India’s domestic cricket. Player earnings are tiered by experience, not stardom, with seasoned cricketers like Kohli and Sharma earning Rs 60,000 per match, a fraction of their international fees. Daily allowances and performance-based awards supplement this income.

How India’s economy defied odds in 2025 — but external shocks left a mark

India’s economy demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2025, achieving 8.2% GDP growth amidst global trade wars and tariffs. A rare ‘Goldilocks’ phase of low inflation and accommodative monetary policy, coupled with GST 2.0 and tax relief, bolstered domestic demand. The year concluded with mixed stock market trends, record FIIs, rupee pressure and tariffs highlighting ongoing global … Read more