‘Denial of preferred food to prisoners not rights violation,’ says SC; flags disability gaps in jails
The Supreme Court has ruled that denying prisoners, including those with disabilities, preferred food items does not violate fundamental rights, emphasizing adequate and nutritious food is sufficient. The court highlighted…
‘Take uncompromising position’: Jaishankar delivers tough message on terrorism in China; reminds SCO of ‘3 evils’
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting. He stated the SCO must be uncompromising on terrorism. Jaishankar highlighted the Pahalgam attack and India's response. He reminded…
One dead, 28 missing in floods on China-Nepal border
Kathmandu, Nepal (AFP) July 8, 2025 Floods triggered by torrential rains tore down a Himalayan mountain valley between China and Nepal on Tuesday, with at least one killed and 28…
Group Captain Shukla extracted in stable condition from capsule, undergoing post-mission medical evaluation: ISRO
The evaluation is to last seven days and include cardiovascular assessments, musculoskeletal tests, and psychological debriefs The evaluation is to last seven days and include cardiovascular assessments, musculoskeletal tests, and…
China says BRICS not seeking ‘confrontation’ after Trump tariff threat
Beijing (AFP) July 7, 2025 China said on Monday that BRICS, the grouping that also includes Brazil, Russia and India, was not seeking "confrontation" after US President Donald Trump vowed…