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Jaishankar Inaugurates India Mathematics Exhibition at UN HQ, Calls for Democratisation of History

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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar inaugurated the landmark exhibition From Shunya to Ananta (Zero to Infinity) The Indian Civilisation’s Contribution to Mathematics at the United Nations headquarters in New York on May 12, 2026. Speaking at the inauguration, he called for moving beyond the “uni-dimensional narrative” about science, urging global recognition of India’s foundational contributions…

India & Costa Rica Agree to Strengthen Bilateral Ties in Science & Technology

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Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita met with Costa Rica’s Minister of Science, Innovation, Technology and Telecommunications, Paula Bogantes Zamora, in Costa Rica on Tuesday. Margherita said the meeting focused on exploring new areas of cooperation to deepen bilateral relations. Discussions included support for Indian businesses in Costa Rica, capacity building, and Quick…

Putin Says Ukraine War is ‘Coming to an End’

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Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Saturday that the Ukraine war is nearing an end, hours after vowing victory at a scaled-back Victory Day parade in Moscow. Putin expressed willingness to negotiate new European security arrangements and named former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder as his preferred partner for talks. The remarks come as a US-brokered…

Centre Launches VB-G RAM G Act: 125 Days of Rural Employment from July 1

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The Centre has notified the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 (VB-G RAM G), which will replace the 20-year-old MGNREGA. The new Act, set to be implemented nationwide from July 1, guarantees 125 days of wage employment to rural households annually. The government has allocated ₹95,692 crore for its…

Iran Replies to US Proposal on West Asia War

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Iran has formally submitted its response to the latest US proposal to end the war in West Asia, state media reported Sunday. The move comes as US envoy Steve Witkoff and Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Qatar’s prime minister amid the conflict now in its third month. Rising Tensions Israeli strikes killed at least…

India Make History, Reach Quarterfinals of AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup

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India scripted history by qualifying for the quarterfinals of the AFC Under-17 Women’s Asian Cup for the first time ever with a commanding 4-0 victory over Lebanon in their final Group B match on Thursday. Pritika Barman scored twice (7th and 85th minutes), while Alva Devi Senjam (36th) and Joya (72nd) added one goal each….

Israel-Lebanon Peace Talks to Resume on May 14-15

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Israel and Lebanon will resume negotiations with two days of intensive US-facilitated talks on May 14 and 15. According to the US State Department, both sides will work towards a comprehensive peace and security agreement. The discussions will focus on border delineation, humanitarian relief, reconstruction, and the full restoration of Lebanese sovereignty. The US emphasised…

US Imposes Sanctions on China, Hong Kong Firms Over Iran Weapons

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The US has announced sanctions on 10 individuals and companies, including several in China and Hong Kong, for allegedly helping Iran procure weapons and raw materials for Shahed drones and ballistic missiles. The Treasury Department said it will continue targeting Iran’s military-industrial base and any foreign entities supporting it. The move comes ahead of President…

Iran Rejects US-Backed Resolution Amid Hormuz Standoff

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The standoff in the Strait of Hormuz has escalated after Iran rejected a US-backed draft resolution at the UN Security Council, calling it politically motivated. Tehran demanded an end to the war, lifting of the US maritime blockade, and restoration of normal shipping. The resolution, supported by the US and several Gulf nations, aims to…

Rabindra Jayanti Celebrated Today

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Rabindra Jayanti is being celebrated today, May 9, 2026, marking the 165th birth anniversary of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. While Tagore was born on May 7, 1861 (Gregorian calendar), the occasion is traditionally observed on Pochishe Boishakh as per the Bengali calendar. Celebrations are often held on both dates.