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SCO Secretary-General Yermekbayev Visits India for His Inaugural Official Trip
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) welcomed him warmly in a post on X, stating, “We extend a warm welcome to Mr. Nurlan Yermekbayev, Secretary-General of the SCO, during his first official trip to India.” The MEA emphasized that this visit highlights India’s dedication to bolstering regional cooperation, security, and trade and economic development.
Throughout his visit, Yermekbayev is scheduled to meet with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar at South Block and Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh at Hyderabad House, according to an official announcement.
He will also address the Indian Council of World Affairs at Sapru House and lay a wreath at Rajghat upon his arrival.
Previously, EAM S. Jaishankar signed eight outcome documents reflecting India’s contributions during the 23rd SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting held in Islamabad on October 16, 2024.
In his statements, Jaishankar highlighted India’s global initiatives and national efforts which are “highly relevant to the SCO,” mentioning initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance, the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Mission LiFE, the promotion of Yoga and millets, the Global Biofuel Alliance, and the International Big Cat Alliance, as well as the significance of digital public infrastructure and women-led development.
“We are fostering dialogue on the concept of One Earth, One Family, One Future. The outcomes of India’s initiatives, including the SCO Startup Forum, the SWG on Startups and Innovation, and Traditional Medicine, have been welcomed by SCO members. Digital Public Infrastructure and Digital Inclusion are becoming integral to the SCO cooperation framework, drawing inspiration from Mission LiFE to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals,” the EAM remarked.
The EAM further reiterated the importance of equitable and balanced connectivity projects that adhere to international law and align with the objectives of both the UN Charter and the SCO Charter.
New Delhi: Delhi Police solved the murder case of Delhi University professor Debosmita Paul within three days.
Investigators found that the accused had travelled nearly 1,400 km from West Bengal to Delhi to carry out the crime.
Police used CCTV footage, cab booking records, and GPS data to trace the suspects.
Seven special teams conducted raids across four states and arrested the accused in Bardhaman, West Bengal.
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The investigation revealed that the murder was linked to a property dispute involving Paul’s ancestral property.
The swift and technology-driven investigation has been widely praised.
New Delhi: Former IAS officer and the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), Dhanendra Kumar, died after a fire broke out at his house in Delhi’s Hauz Khas area on Thursday night. He was 80.
According to police, the fire was suspected to have started after an air conditioner blast inside the house. At the time of the incident, five people, including family members and domestic staff, were present in the house.
Firefighters and police teams rushed to the spot and rescued the people trapped inside. Dhanendra Kumar and his son were taken to a nearby hospital. Kumar died during treatment due to smoke inhalation. His son suffered injuries and is now out of danger.
Police said no foul play is suspected in the incident. The house was badly damaged in the fire.
Dhanendra Kumar was a 1968 batch IAS officer. During his long career, he served in several important positions in the central and Haryana governments. He worked in ministries such as Defence, Road Transport, and Culture.
He also served as the first chairman of the Competition Commission of India from 2009 to 2011. He played an important role in strengthening competition laws and economic reforms in the country.
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Even after retirement, he remained active in public policy and corporate affairs.
Lucknow: A young woman was found hanging at her in-laws’ house just six months after her marriage in Lucknow. The deceased has been identified as Shweta Singh.
According to her family, Shweta married Bhupendra Singh on November 22, 2025. Her father, Umesh Kumar Singh, alleged that her husband and his family harassed her regularly for dowry and demanded a car. He also claimed that Shweta faced mental torture from her husband and in-laws after marriage.
The incident took place at her in-laws’ house in the Thakurganj area of Lucknow. Shweta was rushed to a hospital, but doctors declared her dead.
Her parents suspect murder and alleged that the family tried to present the death as suicide by hanging the body. Based on the complaint, police registered a case against Shweta’s husband and his family under Sections 80 and 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Dowry Prohibition Act.
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Police said the accused family members are absconding, and a search operation is underway. The body has been sent for post-mortem examination, and further action will be taken after the report arrives.
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