India News Digest
India crosses a major renewable energy milestone with 300 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity, while tensions with China escalate over Arunachal Pradesh as the government asserts territorial claims.
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97-year-old survives Assam floods on banana raft
A 97-year-old resident of Assam escaped deadly flooding by using a banana raft as a makeshift vessel. The incident highlights the severe impact of monsoon floods across northeastern India.
Air India captain tests positive for marijuana
An Air India captain operating a Phuket-Delhi flight tested positive for marijuana in a confirmatory drug test, raising safety concerns and triggering investigation into the incident.
YouTube withholds Dhruv Rathee video after government order
YouTube informed Delhi High Court that a video by content creator Dhruv Rathee on Hindu deities has been withheld in India following a Centre directive, with global blocking pending.
India-China tensions escalate in Arunachal Pradesh
India's Ministry of External Affairs warned China that the state of the border will reflect the state of ties, responding to Chinese objections over Indian activities in Arunachal Pradesh. India reiterated that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India.
India crosses 300 GW renewable energy capacity
India has crossed the 300 GW milestone for installed non-fossil fuel-based electricity generation capacity, marking significant progress in renewable energy expansion.
Monsoon to weaken over western and southern India
India's monsoon is expected to weaken over western and southern regions in the coming fortnight, potentially affecting agricultural and water management patterns.
All Indian athletes qualify for Asian Games 2026
All Indian athletes have secured qualification for the Asian Games 2026, marking a successful qualification campaign across various sports disciplines.
Russia proposes railway route to India
Russia has proposed a new railway route to India aimed at reducing dependence on strategically important maritime routes for trade and connectivity.
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PM Modi calls for seven appeals on economic self-reliance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made seven appeals for economic self-reliance, emphasizing India's need to strengthen domestic capabilities and reduce external dependencies.
India assesses Mecca defence pact implications
India is assessing the implications of a defence pact involving Mecca, analyzing potential strategic and diplomatic consequences for Indian interests.
Centre likely to send FCRA Bill to JPC
The Centre is expected to refer the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee amid opposition concerns, signaling continued legislative scrutiny.
India sends medicines to Bolivia
India has dispatched life-saving and essential medicines to Bolivia as part of its humanitarian assistance and international cooperation efforts.
Air India pilot failed two dope tests
Sources confirm that the Air India pilot involved in the Phuket-Delhi flight incident failed two dope tests for marijuana use, intensifying the investigation into aviation safety protocols.
Gen Z confronts Modi-loving parents over political ideology
India's younger generation is engaging in household debates with parents who support the Modi government and RSS ideology, reflecting generational political divisions.