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Home Ministry seeks another three-month extension to frame Citizenship Amendment Act rules
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has sought an extension of another three months to frame the rules of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), 2019, legislation that fast-tracks the citizenship of undocumented persons of six non-Muslim communities from Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
PM Modi to visit Kedarnath, Badrinath on October 21; will lay foundation stone of projects worth over ₹3,400 crore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttarakhand on October 21 during which he will perform 'puja' at Kedarnath and Badrinath temples, as well as lay the foundation stone of connectivity projects worth more than ₹3,400 crore. At around 8:30 a.m., Mr. Modi will perform 'darshan' and 'puja' at Kedarnath Temple and around 9 a.m., the prime minister will lay the foundation stone of the Kedarnath Ropeway Project, a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said.
PM Modi calls for enhanced global cooperation to fight crimes against humanity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for enhanced global cooperation to defeat the threats of terrorism, corruption, drug trafficking, poaching and organised crimes, stating that there could be no safe havens for the perpetrators of such offences.
We do not believe in making or becoming a client or satellite state: Rajnath at India-Africa Defence Dialogue
U.S. may soon lift sanctions on Venezuela to aid oil sales and economic recovery, says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Maduro loyalists rally in Caracas as the Venezuelan government seeks to strengthen ties with the U.S. amid political turmoil.
Activists report 116 deaths in Iran protests against theocracy, amid state media's portrayal of control and casualties.
North Korea demands an explanation from South Korea over a drone incursion, escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Kurdish fighters in Syria agree to evacuate Aleppo under a ceasefire, transporting members to northeastern regions.
Myanmar holds the second phase of a controversial military-run election, with low turnout and criticism from international observers.
Thousands protest in Minneapolis and nationwide against ICE violence following fatal shootings, urging peaceful demonstration amid rising tensions.
Nobel Institute denies Venezuelan leader Machado's attempt to transfer Peace Prize to Trump, affirming the award's permanence.
Six killed in Mississippi shootings; suspect in custody, with authorities ensuring no further threat to the community.
Explore the U.S. strategic interests in Greenland amid geopolitical tensions and the implications for NATO and global security.
Venezuela engages in talks with the U.S. to restore diplomatic ties following the ousting of President Maduro.
Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi may call a snap election to leverage high approval ratings and strengthen her government's majority.
Netanyahu aims to reduce Israel's reliance on U.S. military aid over the next decade, seeking complete independence.