June 25, 2026
PM Modi in Nice: India and France seek to strengthen long-standing strategic partnership

PM Modi in Nice: India and France seek to strengthen long-standing strategic partnership

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India and France have shared close ties since 1947, formalized through the landmark Strategic Partnership launched on 26 January 1998, a first-ever for India with a Western nation, and the first for France with a non-Western nation. This partnership reflects their vision of enhancing strategic autonomy through deep bilateral cooperation. Defence and security, civil nuclear…

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What is the right direction to keep your child’s study table as per their zodiac

What is the right direction to keep your child’s study table as per their zodiac

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The direction in which your child studies everyday is crucial. In both Vastu Shastra and astrological traditions, the direction is believed to influence creativity and concentration of the child. It also determines their academic success. While these recommendations are symbolic rather than scientific, a lot of people find that aligning study spaces with the child’s…

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NEW DELHI: At a time when India is struggling to ensure children can read and do basic arithmetic by Class III – a core goal of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 – Haryana has reported a sharp turnaround in govt school-level learning outcomes (grade-level competencies). A statewide “census-style” assessment, exclusively accessed by TOI, showed the share of high-performing govt schools rising from 7% in Sept to 53% in Dec last year after a targeted remediation drive addressing foundational literacy and numeracy gaps.Haryana’s initiative marks a move from sample-based assessments to a “census-style diagnostic approach” that measures the competency of every child individually. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Third US carrier on way as Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on IranFresh Food Airlifted Into UAE: LuLu flies 80,000 kg of Indian produce; more imports planned‘Xi’s world order died with Khamenei’: The good, the bad, and ugly of US-Iran war for ChinaThe exercise covered over 4.35 lakh students across nearly 8,600 govt primary schools, using a digital teacher-led assessment system under NIPUN (National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy) Haryana mission.The first assessment conducted in Sept 2025 revealed significant learning gaps across the system. Most schools were classified in Category C (the lowest), where fewer than half the students had achieved grade-level competencies.Following the diagnosis, districts designed their own 45-day remediation strategies, grouping students by competency and targeting specific learning gaps. Peer-learning approaches were also used to support weaker students. “Every district made their own strategy for 45 days which also included category A students helping lower category students as all the students were already mapped,” NIPUN Haryana programme officer Pramod Kumar said.The state repeated the assessment in Dec 2025 using same teachers who conducted first round. “Data made a completely significant shift showing unimaginable progress,” the official said.Learning gains were visible across literacy and numeracy. Class II literacy rose from 46.5% to 67%, while Class III literacy increased from 44.2% to 61.4%. Numeracy performance also improved, with Class II scores rising from 63.7% to 78.8% and Class III numeracy improving from 50.5% to 71%. The results translated into a major shift in school performance categories. Number of Category A schools increased from 621 to 4,545, while Category C schools fell from 6,385 to 1,973.Officials said the next phase will focus on sustaining the gains and expanding the programme. The state plans to extend the NIPUN model to Classes IV and V, with around seven lakh students expected to be assessed this year.The shift is significant against the backdrop of India’s persistent foundational learning challenge. National learning surveys have shown only gradual improvements in basic reading and arithmetic. For instance, the proportion of Class III children in govt schools able to read a Grade II-level text increased from 16.3% in 2022 to 23.4% in 2024, while proficiency in basic subtraction rose from 20.2% to 27.6% during same period.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTMC, BJP Engage In War Of Words Over Change In Governor Ahead of Assembly ElectionsTMC RS Nominee Menaka Guruswamy Declares: ‘Shall Fight EC in Every Court’ in Fiery First SpeechNishant Kumar Will Make Political Debut On March 8, To Formally Join JD(U) After Nitish’s RS Move‘What Went Through The Administration’s Mind?’ Droupadi Murmu Flags Lapse, Mentions Mamata BanerjeeThe Khamenei’s Killer: Israeli Missile Family India Is Quietly Acquiring | WatchBJP Blasts TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee’s Shocking Remark Against CEC Gyanesh KumarNo Confidence Motion Against Om Birla: Mamata Banerjee’s TMC Set To Support Resolution In Parliament”Future Is In Countries Like India…” Piyush Goyal Hails India As Engine Of Growth’PM Modi Betrayed India’: Rahul Gandhi Launches Scathing Attack Over US Trade Deal, Russian OilLPG Cylinder Price Rise Heats Up Inflation Debate As Opposition Targets Modi Government123PhotostoriesExclusive – The 50’s Divya Agarwal breaks silence on divorce rumours with husband Apurva Padgaonkar; says ‘We live in separate houses…’How to make Bihari-style Champaran Mutton for dinner at home6 things you should never ignore in car maintenance10 desi Indian ways to enjoy Oats for dinner and dessert7 bedroom plants for better sleep and cleaner indoor airFrom iron deficiency to lung disease: Doctors say your nails may reveal hidden health problemsAllu Arjun’s brother Allu Sirish marries Nayanika Reddy: Bride dazzles in diamonds and Kanjivaram saree, groom steals show in ivory sherwani6 most luxurious homes owned by Indian cricketers with estimated prices5 famous war museums around the world travellers can visitWalt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage…”: 5 lessons it teaches students123Hot PicksMiddle East Oil RisksIran Mobile Missile LauncersDwarka ExpresswayUttam Nagar murderIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingFortnite Wild Weeks Power Hour EventDaksh ChaudharyUPSC ResultsMiddle East ConflictNoida AirportCody RhodesWWE Smackdown HighlightsUCEED ResultBombay High CourtWhere to watch ind vs nz t20

NEW DELHI: At a time when India is struggling to ensure children can read and do basic arithmetic by Class III – a core goal of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 – Haryana has reported a sharp turnaround in govt school-level learning outcomes (grade-level competencies). A statewide “census-style” assessment, exclusively accessed by TOI, showed the share of high-performing govt schools rising from 7% in Sept to 53% in Dec last year after a targeted remediation drive addressing foundational literacy and numeracy gaps.Haryana’s initiative marks a move from sample-based assessments to a “census-style diagnostic approach” that measures the competency of every child individually. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Third US carrier on way as Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on IranFresh Food Airlifted Into UAE: LuLu flies 80,000 kg of Indian produce; more imports planned‘Xi’s world order died with Khamenei’: The good, the bad, and ugly of US-Iran war for ChinaThe exercise covered over 4.35 lakh students across nearly 8,600 govt primary schools, using a digital teacher-led assessment system under NIPUN (National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy) Haryana mission.The first assessment conducted in Sept 2025 revealed significant learning gaps across the system. Most schools were classified in Category C (the lowest), where fewer than half the students had achieved grade-level competencies.Following the diagnosis, districts designed their own 45-day remediation strategies, grouping students by competency and targeting specific learning gaps. Peer-learning approaches were also used to support weaker students. “Every district made their own strategy for 45 days which also included category A students helping lower category students as all the students were already mapped,” NIPUN Haryana programme officer Pramod Kumar said.The state repeated the assessment in Dec 2025 using same teachers who conducted first round. “Data made a completely significant shift showing unimaginable progress,” the official said.Learning gains were visible across literacy and numeracy. Class II literacy rose from 46.5% to 67%, while Class III literacy increased from 44.2% to 61.4%. Numeracy performance also improved, with Class II scores rising from 63.7% to 78.8% and Class III numeracy improving from 50.5% to 71%. The results translated into a major shift in school performance categories. Number of Category A schools increased from 621 to 4,545, while Category C schools fell from 6,385 to 1,973.Officials said the next phase will focus on sustaining the gains and expanding the programme. The state plans to extend the NIPUN model to Classes IV and V, with around seven lakh students expected to be assessed this year.The shift is significant against the backdrop of India’s persistent foundational learning challenge. National learning surveys have shown only gradual improvements in basic reading and arithmetic. For instance, the proportion of Class III children in govt schools able to read a Grade II-level text increased from 16.3% in 2022 to 23.4% in 2024, while proficiency in basic subtraction rose from 20.2% to 27.6% during same period.About the AuthorManash Pratim GohainManash Pratim Gohain is a seasoned journalist with over two decades at The Times of India, where he has built a rich body of work spanning education policy, politics, and governance. Renowned for his incisive coverage of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, accreditation reforms, and skilling initiatives, he has also reported on student politics, urban policy, and social movements. His political reportage—both reflective and news-driven—adds depth to his writing, bridging policy with public impact. Through his 2,500 articles and related outlets, he has emerged as a trusted voice in national discourse, particularly in linking education reform to broader societal change.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTMC, BJP Engage In War Of Words Over Change In Governor Ahead of Assembly ElectionsTMC RS Nominee Menaka Guruswamy Declares: ‘Shall Fight EC in Every Court’ in Fiery First SpeechNishant Kumar Will Make Political Debut On March 8, To Formally Join JD(U) After Nitish’s RS Move‘What Went Through The Administration’s Mind?’ Droupadi Murmu Flags Lapse, Mentions Mamata BanerjeeThe Khamenei’s Killer: Israeli Missile Family India Is Quietly Acquiring | WatchBJP Blasts TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee’s Shocking Remark Against CEC Gyanesh KumarNo Confidence Motion Against Om Birla: Mamata Banerjee’s TMC Set To Support Resolution In Parliament”Future Is In Countries Like India…” Piyush Goyal Hails India As Engine Of Growth’PM Modi Betrayed India’: Rahul Gandhi Launches Scathing Attack Over US Trade Deal, Russian OilLPG Cylinder Price Rise Heats Up Inflation Debate As Opposition Targets Modi Government123PhotostoriesExclusive – The 50’s Divya Agarwal breaks silence on divorce rumours with husband Apurva Padgaonkar; says ‘We live in separate houses…’How to make Bihari-style Champaran Mutton for dinner at home6 things you should never ignore in car maintenance10 desi Indian ways to enjoy Oats for dinner and dessert7 bedroom plants for better sleep and cleaner indoor airFrom iron deficiency to lung disease: Doctors say your nails may reveal hidden health problemsAllu Arjun’s brother Allu Sirish marries Nayanika Reddy: Bride dazzles in diamonds and Kanjivaram saree, groom steals show in ivory sherwani6 most luxurious homes owned by Indian cricketers with estimated prices5 famous war museums around the world travellers can visitWalt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage…”: 5 lessons it teaches students123Hot PicksMiddle East Oil RisksIran Mobile Missile LauncersDwarka ExpresswayUttam Nagar murderIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingFortnite Wild Weeks Power Hour EventDaksh ChaudharyUPSC ResultsMiddle East ConflictNoida AirportCody RhodesWWE Smackdown HighlightsUCEED ResultBombay High CourtWhere to watch ind vs nz t20

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NEW DELHI: At a time when India is struggling to ensure children can read and do basic arithmetic by Class III – a core goal of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 – Haryana has reported a sharp turnaround in govt school-level learning outcomes (grade-level competencies). A statewide “census-style” assessment, exclusively accessed by TOI, showed…

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Feb 02, 2026, 12:27 IST

Feb 02, 2026, 12:27 IST

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NEW DELHI: Sunil Gavaskar believes Pakistan’s decision to skip their high-profile ICC T20 World Cup clash against India may not be final, drawing parallels with the country’s long history of players reversing retirement calls after public pressure.Pakistan ended days of uncertainty over their participation in the tournament by confirming they would compete in the T20…

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Hbse 12Th Result Date & Time: Haryana Board confirms HBSE Class 12 result 2026 release date for May 14 at bseh.org.in

Hbse 12Th Result Date & Time: Haryana Board confirms HBSE Class 12 result 2026 release date for May 14 at bseh.org.in

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Haryana Board announces HBSE Class 12 result 2026 declaration date HBSE Class 12 result 2026: The Board of School Education Haryana has confirmed that the HBSE Class 12 Result 2026 will be declared on May 14, 2026. The announcement was made by HBSE Chairman Dr Pawan Kumar, who said the result preparation process is progressing…

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Shraddha Kapoor’s makeup-free look is an instant hit in a time of ‘filtered beauties’ |

Shraddha Kapoor’s makeup-free look is an instant hit in a time of ‘filtered beauties’ |

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Shraddha Kapoor was recently spotted in Mumbai looking effortlessly natural and makeup-free, a refreshing sight amidst heavily filtered celebrity photos. Her simple attire and bare face, showcasing her real skin, resonated with the public, who are reportedly tired of overly edited images. This genuine embrace of her natural appearance is being celebrated as a bold…

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Updated: Mar 20, 2026, 21:36 IST

Updated: Mar 20, 2026, 21:36 IST

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Matheesha Pathirana (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Matheesha Pathirana is set to miss the opening phase of IPL 2026, with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nayar confirming in pre-season press conference on Friday that the pacer is likely to be available only from mid-April. Pathirana, who was ruled out of the 2026 T20 World Cup…

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Revisiting actresses who made Oscar history ahead of the 98th Academy Awards

Revisiting actresses who made Oscar history ahead of the 98th Academy Awards

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In anticipation of the 98th Academy Awards, set for March 15, 2026, we look back at the women who defined the last six years of cinematic excellence. From Mikey Madison’s recent underdog triumph for ‘Anora’ to Michelle Yeoh’s historic barrier-breaking win, these five actresses didn’t just accept trophies—they delivered moments of raw, unscripted humanity. As…

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“I’m gonna miss him” – Dwyane Wade gets emotional in heartfelt tribute as LeBron James’ historic NBA career draws praise

“I’m gonna miss him” – Dwyane Wade gets emotional in heartfelt tribute as LeBron James’ historic NBA career draws praise

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Dwyane Wade & LeBron James. Image via: Imagn Images The bond between Dwyane Wade and LeBron James has always been special. As James steps into Year 23, Wade no longer speaks as a former teammate alone. He speaks as a fan who understands what the league is slowly preparing to lose. Recently, Wade commented on…

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An AI-generated image The world’s most powerful nations aren’t competing over oil fields or trade routes anymore. They’re competing over India.When US Secretary of State Marco Rubio flies into New Delhi this weekend — straight from a NATO summit in Sweden — it tells you everything about where global power is shifting. This isn’t a courtesy call. It’s a recalibration.America Shows Up. But India Has Already Been Busy.US Ambassador Sergio Gor put the numbers plainly: bilateral trade between the US and India has grown from billion to over 0 billion in two decades. An 11-fold increase. And Washington wants more.Rubio said it before boarding his flight: “We want to sell India as much energy as they can buy.” That’s not the language of a strategic alliance. That’s the language of a seller who knows the buyer has options.Because India does. Plenty of them.The queue outside India’s trade ministry is getting longerWhile Washington was preoccupied with tariff wars and geopolitical theatrics, New Delhi was signing deals.India–EU: The biggest Free Trade Agreement in India’s history. Prime Minister Modi called it the “mother of all deals” — covering 25% of global GDP and roughly a third of global trade.India–UK: A Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, described by Britain’s own trade committee as its most economically significant bilateral FTA since Brexit. Bilateral trade already stands at billion, with a target to double it by 2030.India–Oman: Signed in December 2025. Gulf Cooperation Council negotiations are active. Talks with Canada, Israel, and others are underway.America just joined the back of this queue.So what does India have that everyone wants?Three words: Scale. Trust. Talent.India is the world’s most populous nation. Its manufacturing ambitions are backed by real policy. Its technology talent pool stretches from Silicon Valley to semiconductors to pharmaceuticals. Its middle class is the fastest-growing consumer base on Earth.And critically — India keeps its word. When New Delhi signs a deal, it delivers. In a world of unreliable partners, that’s worth more than any tariff concession.The tensions beneath the smilesThis relationship isn’t without friction. After India launched Operation Sindoor — a precise military strike against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians — Washington complicated things.President Trump claimed, nearly 80 times, that he “helped settle” the India-Pakistan conflict. India’s response was unambiguous. Prime Minister Modi stated in Parliament that no foreign leader asked India to stop. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar confirmed there was no third-party intervention. No trade conditions. No phone calls between Modi and Trump from April 22nd through June 16th.India defined its operation. India ended it. On its own terms.Then came the optics. Pakistan’s Army Chief was hosted at a two-hour White House lunch. Pakistan nominated Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize. India said nothing. In Indian diplomacy, silence is often the loudest answer.Reliable partner or strategic hedge?The broader question hovering over every meeting in Rubio’s itinerary is simple: Can Washington still be trusted?The US imposed tariffs of up to 50% on Indian exports mid-2025 — 25% reciprocal, plus an additional 25% for India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. A partner that weaponizes trade during a security crisis is a partner you respect — and quietly diversify away from.India has been doing exactly that. Methodically. Brilliantly.What Rubio’s visit really meansRubio called the India-US relationship “the defining relationship of the 21st century.” That’s not rhetoric. That’s a country that looked at the scoreboard and recognized what the rest of the world already knows.India is indispensable.India will listen this weekend. It will engage. It will negotiate hard on energy, trade, defence, and technology. And it will remain exactly what it has always been — strategically autonomous, fiercely sovereign, and very much open for business.Because the most powerful nation today isn’t the one with the most weapons.It’s the one that everyone wants to do business with.About the AuthorDivya KocharEight years in the newsroom and still asking uncomfortable questions politely. She has interviewed politicians, defence experts, celebrities and international affairs specialists (100+ and counting), and somehow made all of them interesting. Believes great news shouldn’t need a dictionary. Travels a lot, reads too much, loves animals unconditionally and thinks peace is always the answer.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSuvendu Adhikari Announces New Direct Deportation Policy For Illegal Bangladeshi MigrantsKerala Swearing-In Sees Unity Moments As Rivals Exchange Smiles Inside Assembly Hall Today in KeralaTwisha Sharma Case: Husband Samarth Singh Surrenders In Court, Taken Into Police Custody | WatchWest Bengal: Crude Bombs Recovered In Birbhum’s Kod Village, Area Cordoned OffWest Bengal Begins Border Fencing In Phansidewa Amid Rising Infiltration And Smuggling ConcernsHumayun Kabir’s Cow Slaughter Remarks Trigger Political Row Over Qurbani And Law In West BengalUnion Home Minister Amit Shah Calls For Strong Action To End Illegal Infiltration Across BordersMankind Pharma May Raise Condom Prices As Middle East Conflict Pushes Oil Costs Higher | WatchIndian Army Issues Fake Alert Over AAP-RJD’s Viral Presser, Says They Are Spreading MisinformationMuslim Clerics Across India Appeal For Restraint On Cow Sacrifice Ahead Of Eid-al-Adha123PhotostoriesWhat is Lormalzi? Expert explains how it works and who it’s meant for5 cooling essential oils perfect for stressful summer daysHow to beat heatwave: 5 Himalayan towns in India where summer is pleasantAshish Nehra’s luxurious Goa home is a multi-crore home designed for peaceful family living, away from fast-paced cricketing world5 giant fish that rule the ocean10 subtle mind games people play (And how to spot them)Gym wear to innerwear: How often should you wash your clothesCannes 2026: While others screamed for attention, Diana Penty let butter-yellow elegance do the talking at the French RivieraHow to make Mango Cookie for weekend indulgence5 fiber-rich yellow-colored foods can be the best addition to the daily diet123Hot PicksBandra demolition driveIPL Schedule 2026Vinesh PhogatUP HeatwaveHardoi fireNID DAT counselling 2026TN Ministers ListTop TrendingTN Finance Minister Marie WilsonNID DAT counsellingChristiano RonaldoPM ModiHardik PandyaJEE Advanced Response SheetIPL Orange Cap 2026Conor McGregor Net WorthNEET UG Paper LeakWest Bengal Annapurna Yojana

An AI-generated image The world’s most powerful nations aren’t competing over oil fields or trade routes anymore. They’re competing over India.When US Secretary of State Marco Rubio flies into New Delhi this weekend — straight from a NATO summit in Sweden — it tells you everything about where global power is shifting. This isn’t a courtesy call. It’s a recalibration.America Shows Up. But India Has Already Been Busy.US Ambassador Sergio Gor put the numbers plainly: bilateral trade between the US and India has grown from $20 billion to over $220 billion in two decades. An 11-fold increase. And Washington wants more.Rubio said it before boarding his flight: “We want to sell India as much energy as they can buy.” That’s not the language of a strategic alliance. That’s the language of a seller who knows the buyer has options.Because India does. Plenty of them.The queue outside India’s trade ministry is getting longerWhile Washington was preoccupied with tariff wars and geopolitical theatrics, New Delhi was signing deals.India–EU: The biggest Free Trade Agreement in India’s history. Prime Minister Modi called it the “mother of all deals” — covering 25% of global GDP and roughly a third of global trade.India–UK: A Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, described by Britain’s own trade committee as its most economically significant bilateral FTA since Brexit. Bilateral trade already stands at $56 billion, with a target to double it by 2030.India–Oman: Signed in December 2025. Gulf Cooperation Council negotiations are active. Talks with Canada, Israel, and others are underway.America just joined the back of this queue.So what does India have that everyone wants?Three words: Scale. Trust. Talent.India is the world’s most populous nation. Its manufacturing ambitions are backed by real policy. Its technology talent pool stretches from Silicon Valley to semiconductors to pharmaceuticals. Its middle class is the fastest-growing consumer base on Earth.And critically — India keeps its word. When New Delhi signs a deal, it delivers. In a world of unreliable partners, that’s worth more than any tariff concession.The tensions beneath the smilesThis relationship isn’t without friction. After India launched Operation Sindoor — a precise military strike against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians — Washington complicated things.President Trump claimed, nearly 80 times, that he “helped settle” the India-Pakistan conflict. India’s response was unambiguous. Prime Minister Modi stated in Parliament that no foreign leader asked India to stop. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar confirmed there was no third-party intervention. No trade conditions. No phone calls between Modi and Trump from April 22nd through June 16th.India defined its operation. India ended it. On its own terms.Then came the optics. Pakistan’s Army Chief was hosted at a two-hour White House lunch. Pakistan nominated Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize. India said nothing. In Indian diplomacy, silence is often the loudest answer.Reliable partner or strategic hedge?The broader question hovering over every meeting in Rubio’s itinerary is simple: Can Washington still be trusted?The US imposed tariffs of up to 50% on Indian exports mid-2025 — 25% reciprocal, plus an additional 25% for India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. A partner that weaponizes trade during a security crisis is a partner you respect — and quietly diversify away from.India has been doing exactly that. Methodically. Brilliantly.What Rubio’s visit really meansRubio called the India-US relationship “the defining relationship of the 21st century.” That’s not rhetoric. That’s a country that looked at the scoreboard and recognized what the rest of the world already knows.India is indispensable.India will listen this weekend. It will engage. It will negotiate hard on energy, trade, defence, and technology. And it will remain exactly what it has always been — strategically autonomous, fiercely sovereign, and very much open for business.Because the most powerful nation today isn’t the one with the most weapons.It’s the one that everyone wants to do business with.About the AuthorDivya KocharEight years in the newsroom and still asking uncomfortable questions politely. She has interviewed politicians, defence experts, celebrities and international affairs specialists (100+ and counting), and somehow made all of them interesting. Believes great news shouldn’t need a dictionary. Travels a lot, reads too much, loves animals unconditionally and thinks peace is always the answer.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSuvendu Adhikari Announces New Direct Deportation Policy For Illegal Bangladeshi MigrantsKerala Swearing-In Sees Unity Moments As Rivals Exchange Smiles Inside Assembly Hall Today in KeralaTwisha Sharma Case: Husband Samarth Singh Surrenders In Court, Taken Into Police Custody | WatchWest Bengal: Crude Bombs Recovered In Birbhum’s Kod Village, Area Cordoned OffWest Bengal Begins Border Fencing In Phansidewa Amid Rising Infiltration And Smuggling ConcernsHumayun Kabir’s Cow Slaughter Remarks Trigger Political Row Over Qurbani And Law In West BengalUnion Home Minister Amit Shah Calls For Strong Action To End Illegal Infiltration Across BordersMankind Pharma May Raise Condom Prices As Middle East Conflict Pushes Oil Costs Higher | WatchIndian Army Issues Fake Alert Over AAP-RJD’s Viral Presser, Says They Are Spreading MisinformationMuslim Clerics Across India Appeal For Restraint On Cow Sacrifice Ahead Of Eid-al-Adha123PhotostoriesWhat is Lormalzi? Expert explains how it works and who it’s meant for5 cooling essential oils perfect for stressful summer daysHow to beat heatwave: 5 Himalayan towns in India where summer is pleasantAshish Nehra’s luxurious Goa home is a multi-crore home designed for peaceful family living, away from fast-paced cricketing world5 giant fish that rule the ocean10 subtle mind games people play (And how to spot them)Gym wear to innerwear: How often should you wash your clothesCannes 2026: While others screamed for attention, Diana Penty let butter-yellow elegance do the talking at the French RivieraHow to make Mango Cookie for weekend indulgence5 fiber-rich yellow-colored foods can be the best addition to the daily diet123Hot PicksBandra demolition driveIPL Schedule 2026Vinesh PhogatUP HeatwaveHardoi fireNID DAT counselling 2026TN Ministers ListTop TrendingTN Finance Minister Marie WilsonNID DAT counsellingChristiano RonaldoPM ModiHardik PandyaJEE Advanced Response SheetIPL Orange Cap 2026Conor McGregor Net WorthNEET UG Paper LeakWest Bengal Annapurna Yojana

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The world’s most powerful nations aren’t competing over oil fields or trade routes anymore. They’re competing over India.When US Secretary of State Marco Rubio flies into New Delhi this weekend — straight from a NATO summit in Sweden — it tells you everything about where global power is shifting. This isn’t a courtesy call. It’s…

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Defining moment: India overtakes Japan to become world’s fourth largest economy; enjoys ‘Goldilocks’ phase with high growth, low inflation

Defining moment: India overtakes Japan to become world’s fourth largest economy; enjoys ‘Goldilocks’ phase with high growth, low inflation

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India has been the world’s fastest growing major economy for several years now. (AI image) In a major feat, India has moved past Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy in nominal GDP terms, according to the government’s year-end economic review. The economy is set to overtake Germany to become the third largest after the…

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RSSB releases revised 2026 examination schedule for Clerk, Forester and Supervisor recruitment examinations

RSSB releases revised 2026 examination schedule for Clerk, Forester and Supervisor recruitment examinations

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RSSB releases updated 2026 CET examination schedule for Rajasthan government recruitment tests RSSB revises 2026 examination calendar: The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB), Jaipur, has issued a revised examination schedule for several recruitment examinations planned for 2026. The updated calendar modifies the examination date for the Supervisor Women Direct Recruitment Examination-2026, while retaining the previously…

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Who’s in, who’s out? Decoding India’s squad changes for Afghanistan Test and ODI series

Who’s in, who’s out? Decoding India’s squad changes for Afghanistan Test and ODI series

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Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant NEW DELHI: India’s squads for the upcoming Afghanistan tour have largely retained the core from the side’s previous Test and ODI assignments, but there are still several notable inclusions, exclusions and workload-management calls across formats.While Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli continue in the ODI setup, Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah…

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Madhuri Dixit says her sons Arin and Ryan didn’t grow up watching her films, ‘They saw most of my work only after college’

Madhuri Dixit says her sons Arin and Ryan didn’t grow up watching her films, ‘They saw most of my work only after college’

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Madhuri Dixit recently revealed that her sons, Arin and Ryan, did not grow up watching her films, despite her being one of Hindi cinema’s most celebrated stars. Ahead of the release of her new web series Mrs Deshpande, the actress shared how her children discovered her filmography much later in life.“It’s funny, but my kids,…

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Gold price prediction today: What is the gold price outlook this week? Top factors to watch out for

Gold price prediction today: What is the gold price outlook this week? Top factors to watch out for

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Supports of ₹135,000 and ₹132,000 remain intact with an immediate resistance near ₹138,000. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are broadly positive and investors should look to buy on tips following a staggered strategy, says Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. He shares his views and recommendations…

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Why Travis Kelce skipped Game 4 of NBA Finals while Taylor Swift proves her Knicks loyalty wearing ‘Stevie Knicks’ T-Shirt | NFL News

Why Travis Kelce skipped Game 4 of NBA Finals while Taylor Swift proves her Knicks loyalty wearing ‘Stevie Knicks’ T-Shirt | NFL News

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Taylor Swift spotted at MSG for NBA Finals Game 4 — solo, in a ‘Stevie Knicks’ shirt, with Travis Kelce in Kansas City (Getty Images) Less than 24 hours after turning heads at the Toy Story 5 premiere in Los Angeles, Taylor Swift was back on the East Coast Wednesday night, courtside at Madison Square…

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