India to Provide Power Connections to 40 Million Households
Even after 70 years of independence, Indian governments have failed to provide the basic amenities – such as water and electricity – to the people. India continues to be a…
UN Reports Human Rights Violations in ‘Russian-Occupied’ Crimea
The human rights situation in Crimea* has significantly deteriorated under Russian occupation, with “multiple and grave violations” committed by Russian state agents, according to a report released Monday by the…
Rajiv Mehrishi: New Comptroller and Auditor-General of India
Rajiv Mehrishi was sworn in as the Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) of India today (September 25, 2017) at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He took and subscribed to the…
Pakistan Urges UN to Appoint a Special Envoy on Kashmir
Pakistan is leaving no stone unturned to internationalize the burning Kashmir issue as local Kashmiris are facing the wrath of Indian security forces. By Rakesh Raman Pakistan Prime Minister (PM)…
Mexico Earthquakes Damage 5100 Schools, 7 Million Children Affected
Nearly 5,100 schools have been damaged or destroyed in Mexico following two powerful earthquakes that struck less than two weeks apart, threatening access to education for thousands of children –…
PM Modi Performs Swachhta Shramdaan in Varanasi
The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, performed Shramdaan on Saturday for the construction of a twin pit toilet at Shahanshahpur village in Varanasi. He interacted with the people, who…