NEW DELHI: A recent report indicates that India’s diplomatic approach at the BRICS Summit secured significant outcomes during the international gathering. According to the assessment, the strategic priorities and consultative efforts led by the Indian delegation helped advance key objectives across the summit’s multilateral agenda. The report notes that structured discussions and coordination among participating delegations enabled meaningful headway on core mutual priorities. The strategic positioning during the proceedings assisted in navigating diverse viewpoints to build alignment across critical subject areas under discussion. The positive assessment is viewed as a validation of effective multilateral engagement on the global stage. The…
Author: India Aware
NEW DELHI: Observed annually across the country on 14 September, Hindi Diwas marks a decisive date in Indian history when the constitutional status of the language was formally established. Educational institutions, public offices, and civic platforms observe the occasion to reflect on the historical context and administrative significance of the day. On 14 September, the Constituent Assembly made the historic decision to adopt Hindi written in the Devanagari script as an official language of the Union. The decision followed extensive deliberation to determine an official medium for administrative communication and governance in independent India. The annual observance commemorates that constitutional…
NEW DELHI: In a commanding display at the Asia Cup, the Indian junior men’s and junior women’s hockey teams have secured major tournament victories. Both squads delivered strong performances on the field, maintaining control across their fixtures to emerge on top in their respective continental categories. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated both the junior men’s and junior women’s teams for their achievements at the tournament. Commending their discipline, teamwork, and commitment on the field, the Prime Minister noted that their dual success serves as an inspiration for the nation’s sporting community. The double triumph at the Asia Cup highlights the…
NEW DELHI: Following the official conclusion of the 18th BRICS Summit, visiting global leaders and international delegations have departed the national capital. The high-level international gathering brought together heads of state and official representatives in New Delhi to participate in multilateral discussions and scheduled summit sessions over the two-day event. With the formal agenda and bilateral meetings concluding, standard diplomatic protocols were observed as international dignitaries were seen off from the capital. Delegates completed their scheduled commitments and departed for their respective home nations following the completion of the summit proceedings. The departure of participating leadership marks the formal close…
KOLKATA: A public debate has emerged in West Bengal following an appeal by Dhirendra Shastri urging people not to consume non-vegetarian food during the Durga Puja celebrations. In his address, he appealed to devotees to abstain from meat and observe vegetarian practices during the sacred festival. The remarks immediately drew strong reactions from various quarters, initiating discussions regarding regional dietary traditions and cultural practices. Durga Puja in West Bengal holds distinct cultural traditions where specific culinary habits form an accepted part of the celebrations. Consequently, Shastri’s appeal was seen by many as contrary to local customs and individual preferences. The…
NEW DELHI: In the aftermath of the severe building collapse in Delhi’s Satya Niketan area, significant administrative measures have been initiated across the capital. In direct response to the tragic incident, the Chief Minister of Delhi has issued a key policy announcement concerning five-storey buildings operating throughout the city, affirming that construction regulations and structural safety standards will be strictly monitored. The Chief Minister directed civic and administrative bodies to exercise vigilant oversight regarding multi-storey buildings constructed in violation of approved plans and prescribed height norms. The primary objective behind the announcement is to identify non-compliant and risky structures within…
MUMBAI: The theatrical run of the film Hanuman Ansh has registered significant commercial momentum, with its total box office collections officially crossing the ₹150 crore milestone. Strong footfalls and consistent viewer turnout across theaters and multiplexes have powered the film’s earnings, establishing it as a major financial success at the ticket counters. The steady box office trajectory reflects broad audience interest, sustaining strong occupancy rates well beyond its initial opening phase. The consistent commercial performance across diverse circuits has provided substantial momentum to the overall collections, demonstrating resilient theatrical longevity. Trade observers expect the final box office tally to rise…
NEW DELHI: Under the host leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the national capital of New Delhi is set to emerge as the global center stage as it hosts the BRICS Summit 2026 on September 12 and 13. The high-profile two-day gathering will bring together top heads of state, official delegations, and international leaders from across member nations to engage on pivotal multilateral matters. The summit sessions will focus on advancing shared economic growth, intra-bloc trade linkages, and collaborative strategies across key global sectors. Chaired by Prime Minister Modi, the meetings aim to provide a constructive platform for participating countries…
VIENNA: Leading member states of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)—specifically the E3 (the United Kingdom, France, Germany) and the United States—have prepared a formal draft resolution seeking to refer Iran’s nuclear dossier to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). The diplomatic move follows persistent concerns regarding Tehran’s lack of technical cooperation on unresolved safeguard investigations, notably the unexplained presence of processed uranium traces at several undeclared sites. Diplomatic sources indicate that the draft resolution expresses deep concern over Iran’s prolonged failure to offer credible explanations regarding nuclear materials detected at historical undeclared facilities. Western delegations also cite Iran’s expansion…
NEW DELHI: A comprehensive nationwide clinical study conducted by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has revealed troubling insights into India’s metabolic health, reporting that 38.6% of adults and 35.4% of children suffer from Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), also designated as Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD). The high incidence among pediatric and adolescent groups has triggered serious warnings from medical practitioners and public health specialists. Conducted by researchers in the Department of Gastroenterology at AIIMS, the study found that hepatic fat accumulation is increasingly prevalent even among individuals with normal body mass indexes (‘lean…