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India abstains from UN Human Rights Council Resolution on Gaza ceasefire

India backs resolution affirming the rights of the Palestinian people to self-determination

'Baseless': India rejects allegations of interference in Canada's elections

'We strongly reject all such baseless allegations of Indian interference in Canadian elections,' External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said

India aims to attract $100 bn a year in FDI as it woos China hedgers

Boosting the share of manufacturing in India's economy has been one of the key promises made by Modi, who is seeking a third term in elections that start on April 19

Chaitra Navratri 2024: When will it begin and the impact of Kharmas?

Chaitra Navratri 2024: It is an auspicious Hindu festival that will be celebrated on April 9 and will conclude on April 17. There is also a Kharmas shadow during the first five days, know more here

India aims for 1st strategic petroleum reserve with pvt company by 2029-30

So far, India has allowed only partial commercialisation for its three existing SPRs in southern India, which have a combined capacity of 36.7 million barrels

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj death anniversary 2024: 9 facts about his life

Every year, Indians observe Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's death anniversary on April 3, he passed away in 1680. Here's some important facts about his life

India, South Korea, and Japan to stay busy with IPOs while China stalls

While IPOs returned to major venues in Europe and the US, the slowdown in Asia was mostly due to Beijing's decision to ramp up scrutiny of domestic new share sales as it tries to boost confidence

Nine lemons believed to 'cure infertility' sold for Rs 2.36 lakh at auction

Nine lemons believed to cure infertility by locals are sold for Rs 2.36 lakh at an auction. Here is all you need to know

Delhi liquor policy case: India objects to US remarks on Kejriwal's arrest

'We take strong objection to the remarks of the Spokesperson of the US State Department about certain legal proceedings in India,' said the MEA

Coal, the dirtiest fossil fuel, is finally preparing for long goodbye

Coal's days are numbered, of course. Advances in solar and wind have made those technologies far cheaper than coal power in most parts of the world, and similar gains for batteries

DPI, tax code make India attractive investment destination: WEF official

A combination of policy changes such as bankruptcy law and taxation code and the enabling environment created by the digital public infrastructure has made India an attractive investment destination for the financial technology sector, a senior World Economic Forum (WEF) official said. In a video interview with PTI, Matthew Blake, Head of the Centre for Financial and Monetary Systems at the WEF said India has been one of the best-performing markets in the world and investors have made money here. Blake also struck a word of caution saying that since markets do not move in a purely linear fashion and were prone to "ups and downs", there was a need to educate investors. "So this idea of being an informed investor, a diversified investor, and having access to educational resources to do that is really fundamental artificial intelligence (AI)," he said. "I think a combination of different policy choices that have been made make India quite an attractive investment destination. In addit

Who is Deepinder Goyal's second wife, Grecia Munoz? Check details here

Deepinder Goyal married a Mexican model Grecia Munoz who now lives in India. Get to know more about her

Volkswagen to begin electrification journey later this year with ID.4

German automaker Volkswagen will kick off its electrification journey in India with the launch of its electric car ID.4 later this year as part of its global efforts of mass electrification, a senior company official said on Thursday. The company, which unveiled the ID.4, expects the Indian passenger vehicles market to grow 5-7 per cent this year while it is targeting 10-15 per cent growth for itself. "Our first step to the electrification journey in India begins with the ID.4...," Executive Director Sales International Operations, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Michael Mayer said here at the Volkswagen annual brand conference. He said the ID.4 is being brought in as part of the company's global efforts of mass electrification. It will be launched in the Indian market later this year. Globally, VW is leading in the electrification journey, he said, adding, as part of the company's commitment to the Paris Climate Agreement 2030, it is continuing efforts in various spheres, including the

Holi 2024: Here are the top snacks prepared at the Holi celebration

Every year, Holi is celebrated in India with colour riots and parties, but the festival is incomplete without these delectable Indian snacks

India moving towards Viksit Bharat, focus on women-led development: Kamboj

She stressed that under PM Modi's leadership, India's G20 presidency had ushered in a new era of empowerment with a profound focus on women-led development, marking a change

India, US hold tri-service exercise Tiger Triumph-24 aboard INS Jalashwa

The Indian and US navies on Tuesday held a bilateral tri-service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, Tiger Triumph - 24 on the Eastern Seaboard. The HADR exercise represents the robust strategic partnership between India and US, with the drill aimed at sharing best practices and standard operating procedures (SoPs). The Harbour Phase of the exercise is scheduled at Visakhapatnam from March 18 to 25, which includes pre-sail discussions, subject matter expert exchange on professional subjects and deliberations on planning and execution procedures of various tasks, said a press release from the Visakhapatnam-based Eastern Naval Command (ENC) of the Indian Navy. Other Harbour Phase activities include friendly sports events to further enhance camaraderie between the participating armed forces personnel of both nations. Scheduled from March 26 to 31, the Sea Phase will involve the naval units from both the countries setting up joint command and control centre and

West decries reelection of Putin as President; China, India vow closer ties

"Russia's election was an election without choice," German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said at the start of the meeting.

Holi 2024: Why is Holika Dahan celebrated, check the date time and more

Holi 2024: The festival of Holi is celebrated every year in March and this year it will be celebrated on March 25. Get to know why people celebrate Holika Dahan

India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan had world's worst air pollution in 2023

Some of places most affected were in the Middle East, Africa and Central and South Asia. Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, Tajikistan and Burkina Faso ranked as five countries with the most polluted air

Meet Sheena Rani, the DRDO scientist behind India's Mission Divyastra

Sheena Rani is the scientist behind India's first test flight of indigenous nuclear missile Agni-5, which is a part of 'Mission Divyastra'. Here's all you need to know about her