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New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday highlighted the growing challenges in global trade caused by what he termed “tariff volatility,” while warning of profound shifts in the geopolitical and economic landscape. Speaking at the first Aravali Summit hosted by Jawaharlal Nehru University’s School of International Studies on its 70th anniversary, Jaishankar outlined the strategic consequences of these changes for India and the world. “The global landscape is undergoing intense transformation,” Jaishankar said, pointing out that nearly one-third of global manufacturing has shifted to a single geography, an apparent reference to China. He added that trade patterns…

New Delhi: Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday said that electric vehicles (EVs) in India are expected to cost the same as petrol-powered vehicles within the next four to six months, marking a major milestone for clean mobility in the country. Speaking at the 20th FICCI Higher Education Summit 2025, Gadkari highlighted India’s heavy dependence on fossil fuels, which costs the nation Rs 22 lakh crore annually in imports and poses a serious environmental hazard. He stressed that accelerating the adoption of clean energy is essential for both economic and ecological progress. “Within the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Goa Police clarified that activist Rama Kankonkar has not implicated any politician in his statement regarding the attack on him last month, while stressing that the investigation into the case continues. North Goa Superintendent of Police (SP) Rahul Gupta said at a press conference that the police have arrested the accused in connection with the assault, and Kankonkar’s testimony remains central to the ongoing probe. “So far, he has not named any politician, but our investigation is continuing from all angles,” SP Gupta said, adding that the victim’s statement provides a first-hand account of the…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Chief Justice of India BR Gavai on Monday evening following an unprecedented attack on him inside the Supreme Court premises. Describing the incident as “utterly condemnable,” PM Modi said it had “angered every Indian” and praised the Chief Justice for his composure during the ordeal. During a court proceeding, an elderly lawyer, later identified as Rakesh Kishore, removed his shoe and attempted to throw it at Chief Justice Gavai. The shoe did not reach the bench, and Kishore was immediately detained by security personnel. Eyewitnesses reported that he shouted, “Sanatan ka…

New Delhi: India on Tuesday strongly criticized Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council, calling out the country for human rights abuses and accusing it of attempting to mislead the international community. Speaking during the Open Debate on Women, Peace, and Security, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said Pakistan conducts “systematic genocide” and resorts to “misdirection and hyperbole” to distract the world from its own atrocities. Harish’s remarks came shortly after a Pakistani official claimed that Kashmiri women have “endured sexual violence for decades.” Responding, the Indian envoy said, “Every year, we are unfortunately…

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has once again asserted that his use of tariffs played a key role in bringing about a ceasefire between India and Pakistan earlier this year. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said his trade measures not only generated massive revenue for the United States but also prevented multiple wars across the globe. When asked if he planned to alter his stance on tariffs, Trump responded, “If I didn’t have the power of tariffs, you’d have at least four of the seven wars raging right now.” He went on to highlight…

Calangute: As part of the ongoing Village Development Programs from 2nd Octoberto 16th October, a Women Empowerment Training Program was successfully conducted for the women of Calangute Constituency. A total of 64 women enthusiastically participated in the session aimed at enhancing their confidence, leadership skills, and self-reliance. Sarpanch Mr. Joseph Sequeira welcomed all the participants and encouraged them to participate with a positive mindset. In his address, he emphasized that this program is a brainchild of Mr. Premanand Diukar who is Project Coordinator, her further conveyed his best wishes and expressed happiness over the active involvement of women in…