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PM Modi held discussions with British counterpart Keir Starmer
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held wide-ranging talks with his British counterpart Keir Starmer broadly focusing on boosting the India-UK ties in areas of trade, defence and security and critical technology. The British leader, accompanied by a delegation of 125 of the UK's most prominent business leaders, entrepreneurs and educationists, landed in Mumbai on Wednesday morning on a two-day visit.
Starmer's visit to India came two-and-half months after the two countries inked a landmark free trade pact that will increase market access, cut tariffs and is expected to result in doubling the bilateral trade by 2030. The trade deal was firmed up during PM Modi's visit to London in July.
In his remarks on Wednesday, Starmer said the trade deal is a "launchpad" for two-way growth, with India set to be the third biggest global economy by 2028.
"We signed a major trade deal with India in July -- the best secured by any country -- but the story doesn't stop there," he said.
11:39 PM
Newly appointed GOC of Army's Trishakti Corps calls on Sikkim Guv
The newly appointed general officer commanding (GOC) of the Army's Trishakti Corps, Lt General Man Raj Singh Maan, called on Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur at the Raj Bhavan and extended invitation for unfurling a 70-feet-high national flag at the 'Site of Inspiration' in memory of the 22 soldiers who lost their lives in the 2023 GLOF
10:22 PM
Satcom rollout to begin after Trai finalises spectrum prices, says Scindia
Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated on Thursday that satellite broadband services will launch in the country once companies finalize their rollout plans and the regulator, Trai, recommends spectrum pricing
8:56 PM
Kerala CM meets Amit Shah, submits memorandum on state security, development
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday held discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and submitted a memorandum outlining key proposals to strengthen the state's internal security and development.
7:13 PM
Israel, Hamas will exchange hostages, prisoners after agreeing to pause in war in Gaza
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a pause in their devastating two-year war and the release of the remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners a breakthrough greeted with joy and relief Thursday but also caution. Uncertainty remains about aspects of the broader peace plan advanced by the administration of US President Donald Trump such as whether and how Hamas will disarm and who will govern Gaza.
6:48 PM
8.5 lakh election personnel to be deployed for Bihar polls, says EC
Seeking to ensure smooth conduct of assembly polls in Bihar, the Election Commission will deploy nearly 8.5 lakh election personnel, including 2.5 lakh police officials
5:35 PM
PM Modi invites global businesses to participate in India's growth story
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday invited global businesses to participate in the growth story of India, which is the fastest growing large economy of the world. Addressing Global Fintech Fest 2025 here, Modi emphasised that technology is not just a matter of convenience, but a means of equality.
5:01 PM
China clamps down more curbs on export of rare-earth technologies
China, which virtually holds a monopoly over rare earth materials, on Thursday announced further export controls for mining and processing the minerals, alleging that unnamed foreign firms are using its supplies for military purposes. China's Commerce Ministry said that it would impose export control measures with immediate effect on technologies related to rare earths.
4:38 PM
India-UK FTA will boost GDP of both countries, says British PM Keir Starmer
"I invite global investors to grow with India's growth story," says PM Modi at Global Fintech Fest.
4:30 PM
India is mother of democracy, says PM Modi at Global Fintech Fest
"India is one of the most technologically inclusive societies today because of democratisation of technology in the last decade," says PM Modi.
4:01 PM
Gehlot slams Rajasthan govt over 'irregularities' in Jal Jeevan Mission
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Thursday criticised the state government over alleged irregularities in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission, accusing the BJP dispensation of running a "government of loot and lies". Gehlot said the Union Jal Shakti Minister should take note of what he termed the deteriorating state of the mission in Rajasthan.
3:46 PM
MP govt won't spare anyone playing with children's lives: CM Yadav
With 22 children from Madhya Pradesh dying due to consumption of Coldrif cough syrup, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday warned of taking "strict action" and said his government will not spare anyone playing with the lives of children.
2:10 PM
SCBA terminates membership of lawyer for attempting to hurl shoe at CJI
The Supreme Court Bar Association on Thursday terminated with immediate effect membership of lawyer Rakesh Kishore, who attempted to hurl a shoe towards Chief Justice of India BR Govai inside the courtroom, after finding him guilty of grave misconduct.
2:00 PM
3 UDF lawmakers suspended from Kerala Assembly for violating House rules
Kerala Assembly passes motion moved by government for suspending UDF lawmakers MLA Roji M John, M Vincent, and Saneesh Kumar Joseph.
1:52 PM
SC to hear MP Mahua Moitra's plea to mandate public disclosure of FPIs on Oct 14
The Supreme Court on Thursday said it would hear on October 14 TMC MP Mahua Moitra's plea to mandate public disclosure of ultimate beneficial owners and portfolios of alternative funds (AIFs), foreign portfolio investors and their intermediaries in India.
1:43 PM
Will bring Act to ensure every family in Bihar has a member with govt job: Tejashwi Yadav
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Thursday promised that if the INDIA bloc came to power in Bihar, it would "bring an Act" to ensure every family in the state had a member with a government job. The opposition leader said the proposed Act will be brought "within 20 days of formation of the new government".
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First Published: Oct 09 2025 | 11:01 AM IST