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In Images: Kolkata prepares for Messi’s arrival

Dec 12, 2025, at 12:46 am

Kolkata will welcome Lionel Messi on December 12, ahead of the “Hola Messi” event at the Salt Lake Aikatan Club the next day. As part of his GOAT India Tour, fans in Salt Lake have built a tribute replicating Messi’s Miami home, complete with a terrace, terracotta roof, life-sized cutouts of him and replica trophies, including the Champions League, Copa América and his Ballon d’Or awards. Rupak De Chowdhuri/IBNS

In Images: President Droupadi Murmu attends Human Rights Day celebration in New Delhi

Dec 10, 2025, at 03:53 pm

The President of India Droupadi Murmu graces the Human Rights Day celebration, in New Delhi on December 10, 2025.

In Images: Boys sell Messi tour tickets in Kolkata

Dec 10, 2025, at 12:41 am

Two boys sell tickets for Lionel Messi’s upcoming tour at a metro station in Kolkata on Tuesday. Messi returns to India for the first time in 14 years, beginning his “GOAT India Tour 2025” in Kolkata on December 13, with stops in Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi. Photo: Rupak De Chowdhuri/IBNS

In Images: Modi addresses Hindustan Times Leadership Summit

Dec 08, 2025, at 03:58 pm

PM Modi addressing at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2025, in New Delhi on December 06, 2025.

In Images: Amit Shah inaugurates 861 newly constructed EWS

Dec 07, 2025, at 07:01 pm

The Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Amit Shah inaugurated 861 newly constructed EWS (Economically Weaker Section) houses built under the PM Awas Yojana in Thaltej ward of Ahmedabad, Gujarat on December 07, 2025.

Kolkata wax artist Tuhin Mukherjee brings Santa Claus to life ahead of Christmas

Dec 06, 2025, at 11:40 am

Master wax artist Tuhin Mukherjee works meticulously in his Kolkata workshop as he crafts wax Santa Claus idols for the upcoming Christmas festivities. His creation captures the warmth and charm of the season, drawing visitors and admirers alike. Images by Avishek Mitra /IBNS. 

Vladimir Putin receives grand ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan — see the highlights!

Dec 05, 2025, at 03:42 pm

The President of Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin accorded a Ceremonial Reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on December 05, 2025.

In Images: Putin writes in Gandhi’s visitor book at Rajghat — a moment capturing global attention!

Dec 05, 2025, at 03:35 pm

The President of Russian Federation,Vladimir Putin writing his remarks in the visitor book at the Samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, in Delhi on December 05, 2025.

Inside Hyderabad House: PM Modi meets Putin — these photos are making waves!

Dec 05, 2025, at 02:45 pm

PM meets Russian President, Mr. Vladimir Putin at Hyderabad House, in New Delhi on December 05, 2025.

In Images: PM Modi attends ceremonial welcome of Vladimir Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Dec 05, 2025, at 01:32 pm

PM attends the Ceremonial Reception of Russian President, Mr. Vladimir Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi on December 05, 2025.

In Images: PM Modi welcomes Vladimir Putin for India-Russia Summit

Dec 05, 2025, at 12:19 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi airport this evening, setting a warm tone for the Russian leader’s two-day visit to India. The two leaders shook hands, exchanged a hug, and shared brief greetings before driving out of the airport together in the Toyota Fortuner that PM Modi regularly uses. He also hosted a private dinner for Putin.

In Images: PM Modi meets Russian Prez Putin in New Delhi

Dec 05, 2025, at 12:18 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi on Friday. Photo: PIB

In images: Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov reviews Tri-Service Guard of Honour in New Delhi

Dec 04, 2025, at 08:39 pm

Defence Minister of Russia Andrei Belousov inspecting the Ceremonial Tri-Service Guard of Honour before the 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation ministerial meeting with Union Minister for Defence, Shri Rajnath Singh at Manekshaw Centre, in New Delhi on December 04, 2025.

In Images: MoS Defence Sanjay Seth Receives Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov in New Delhi

Dec 04, 2025, at 04:19 pm

The Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth receiving Defence Minister of Russia Andrei Belousov at Air Force Station, Palam, in New Delhi on December 04, 2025. The Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan is also seen.

Indo-French air warriors wrap up Exercise Garuda’s 8th edition in France

Dec 04, 2025, at 03:59 pm

Indian Air Force and French Air and Space Force aircraft conduct joint drills during the concluding phase of Exercise Garuda at Air Base 118 in Mont-de-Marsan, France.

In images: Cricketer Richa Ghosh joins West Bengal State Police as DSP, appointed ACP in Siliguri

Dec 03, 2025, at 08:38 pm

Cricketer Richa Ghosh joined the West Bengal State Police on Wednesday in the rank of DSP. She has been appointed as an ACP  in the Siliguri Commissionerate.

In Images: ICGS Vigraha undertakes operational visit to Indonesia during ASEAN deployment

Dec 03, 2025, at 04:47 pm

ICGS Vigraha undertakes an operational visit to Indonesia as part of its overseas deployment to ASEAN countries on December 03, 2025.

In Images: Rajnath Singh addresses at Sardar Sabha for ‘Unity March’

Dec 02, 2025, at 04:16 pm

The Union Minister for Defence, Rajnath Singh addressing at Sardar Sabha as part of the ‘Unity March’ in Vadodara, Gujarat on December 02, 2025.

In Images: PETA and students rally against Supreme Court’s animal rounding order in Kolkata

Dec 02, 2025, at 04:13 pm

PETA and students from Kolkata's Loreto House School held a protest against the Supreme Court's animal rounding order. (Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS)

In Images: Activists participate in an awareness campaign on World AIDS Day in Kolkata

Dec 02, 2025, at 01:04 am

Activists from the Thalassemia and AIDS Prevention Society participate in an awareness campaign on World AIDS Day in Kolkata on Monday. Photo: Rupak De Chowdhuri/IBNS.      

In Images: PM Modi addresses media ahead of Winter Session of Parliament

Dec 01, 2025, at 04:05 pm

PM Modi addressing the media ahead of the Winter Session of Parliament at Parliament House, in New Delhi on December 01, 2025.

In Images: Activists rally in solidarity with Palestine in Kolkata

Nov 30, 2025, at 02:00 am

Activists take part in a demonstration expressing solidarity with Palestine in Kolkata on Saturday. Photo: Rupak De Chowdhuri.

In Images: PM Modi visits Sri Krishna Matha in Karnataka's Udupi

Nov 29, 2025, at 10:30 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited the Sri Krishna Matha in Karnataka's Udupi and later addressed the Laksha Kantha Gita Parayana programme. Photo: Narendra Modi/Facebook

In Images: Narendra Modi in Udupi

Nov 28, 2025, at 04:48 pm

PM Modi receives warm welcome by people on his arrival at Udupi, in Karnataka on November 28, 2025.

In Images: Narendra Modi inaugurates Skyroot’s Infinity Campus via video conference

Nov 27, 2025, at 04:23 pm

PM Modi addressed at the inauguration of the Skyroot’s Infinity Campus in Hyderabad, Telangana via video conferencing on November 27, 2025.

In Images: PM Modi Inaugurates Safran Aircraft Engine Services India Facility in Hyderabad via Video Conferencing

Nov 26, 2025, at 07:34 pm

PM Modi addressed the inauguration of the Safran Aircraft Engine Services India facility in Hyderabad, Telangana via video conferencing on November 26, 2025.

In Images: PM Modi attends Constitution Day celebrations

Nov 26, 2025, at 06:42 pm

PM Modi participated in constitution day celebration at Central Hall of Samvidhan sadan, in New Delhi on November 26, 2025.

Gomira Mask Dance Lights Up World Heritage Week at Victoria Memorial

Nov 26, 2025, at 01:04 pm

Sri Sri Gohili Mukhos Nritya Dol performs the traditional Gomira Mask Dance at Victoria Memorial Hall on 25 November 2025, concluding World Heritage Week with the powerful rhythms, vibrant masks and rich folk storytelling of North Bengal’s living heritage. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS  

In Images: PM Modi raises saffron flag over Ram Mandir

Nov 25, 2025, at 04:17 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hoisted a saffron flag atop the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, marking a monumental chapter in India’s cultural and religious history.

In Images: Justice Surya Kant takes oath 53rd CJI

Nov 24, 2025, at 12:32 pm

Justice Surya Kant on Monday took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) succeeding Justice BR Gavai, who demitted his office last evening. President Droupadi Murmu administered oath to Justice Kant.