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New Zealand to allow GI registration for Indian goods under FTA with India

A GI, a type of an intellectual property right, is primarily an agricultural, natural or manufactured product (handicrafts and industrial goods) originating from a definite geographical territory

Chaos at Bangladesh High Commission as VHP protesters clash with police

The VHP and Bajrang Dal have announced a demonstration at the high commission building to denounce alleged atrocities against Hindus and vandalism of their religious places in Bangladesh

Workers' unions to go on strike in Feb over new labour codes, SHANTI Bill

The date of the strike will be formally ratified at the National Workers' Convention to be held on January 9 in New Delhi

Mumbai civic polls: NCP (SP) holds alliance talks with Sena (UBT), MNS

Shinde said discussions were being held to bring on board all parties opposed to the BJP to put up a united fight against the lead partner in the ruling Mahayuti coalition

Discussions on labelling AI content over, rules to follow soon: IT secy

The primary feedback from the industry is around wanting clarity on the degree of modification to make clear distinctions between substantive, material changes through AI

Tata Motors to launch five new EVs by FY30, aims to retain segment lead

The company said it plans to invest Rs 16,000-18,000 crore in the EV business by FY30 including products and taking charging infrastructure to over 10 lakh points across the country

Retail space leasing in India's top 8 cities rises 15% this year: C&W

The demand of retail spaces in shopping malls increased to 3.8 million sq ft from 2.5 million sq ft during the period under review

Only 5% disease-focused genomic studies in low, middle-income nations: WHO

Cancer, rare diseases and metabolic disorders account for over 75 per cent of genomic studies around the world -- the fields of research were among the first to show a clear use of genomics

India links duty concessions on NZ apples, kiwifruit to agri action plans

New Zealand has agreed on focused action plans for kiwifruit, apples, and honey to improve productivity, quality, and sectoral capabilities in India

Cyber offences can invite ₹1 cr fine, 7 years' jail: UP govt tells Assembly

Replying to a query during the Question Hour, Khanna said immediate action is taken whenever objectionable, defamatory or criminal content is circulated on social media

Op Sagar Bandhu: India proposes $450 mn cyclone relief package to Sri Lanka

Jaishankar, who is in Sri Lanka as Prime Minister Narendra Modi's special envoy, made these remarks alongside Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath

Mercedes-Benz India may hike prices quarterly in 2026 amid rupee weakness

The price adjustment reflects the ongoing forex challenges as euro-rupee exchange rate consistently remains above ₹100-mark in 2025, significantly higher than historical averages

Delhi HC rejects plea of Hizbul chief's sons against terror funding charges

While Salahuddin's son Shahid Yousuf was arrested in October 2017, his other son Syed Ahmad Shakeel was arrested by the NIA on August 30, 2018, from his Srinagar residence

India-New Zealand FTA to open new doors for skilled professionals: Diaspora

Negotiations for the FTA have been concluded and after completion of domestic approvals, it is expected to be implemented from next year

Chinese visa scam: Court frames charges against Karti Chidambaram, 6 others

In an order dated December 23, the court ordered the framing of charges against the seven accused for the alleged offence of criminal conspiracy

Reports of harassment of Hindu women in B'desh 'very disturbing': Mehbooba

Mufti said the leadership of the country is, however, in a moral dilemma as "lumpen elements" in India are "forcibly pulling off the hijab of Muslim women"

Fog disrupts operations at Delhi airport; 10 flights cancelled, 270 delayed

Over 270 flights have been delayed and the average delay time for departures is 29 minutes, as per information available on flight tracking website Flightradar24.com

India-New Zealand FTA to help boost exports, attract investment: Experts

FIEO President S C Ralhan said upon entry into force, the free trade agreement (FTA) will provide zero-duty access on 100 per cent of India's exports, with tariff elimination across all tariff lines

Central lab confirms avian flu outbreak in Kerala's Alappuzha, Kottayam

Animal Husbandry Minister J Chinchu Rani said test results from a central laboratory have confirmed the outbreak in both districts

Congress questions Modi govt's move to redefine Aravalli mountain range

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said the recent "clarifications" on the ancient mountain range given by the Environment and Forest Minister raise more questions