India’s free trade agreements (FTAs) with the UK and Oman are likely to be implemented in April, while the pact with New Zealand may come into force in September, Commerce…
During the high profile India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak captured the audience’s attention with a blend of sharp wit and strategic insight.…
India’s sea-based nuclear deterrent is expected to be strengthened soon as the country is likely to commission its third indigenous Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman (designated S4)…
Reliance Industries chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani made an artificial intelligence (AI) push at the India AI Impact Summit on Thursday in New Delhi, saying the country can’t depend…
Addressing the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid out a human-centric vision for the future of artificial intelligence, describing it as the ‘MANAV’…
The fleet review will feature Operation Sindoor’s naval star, the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. The carrier played a key role in fending off the Pakistan Navy during the 2025 operation,…
Government rejects foreign report claiming Air India Flight 171 pilots intentionally cut fuel; investigation still underway, says Civil Aviation Minister Murlidhar Mohol, as AAIB calls findings speculative and families, pilots’…
Fans gather at temples to offer prayers ahead of the India Pakistan T20 match on Sunday. The match will be played at Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium starting from 7 PM…
The renaming of India’s most sensitive administrative hubs, including the transition of the PMO’s new home to ‘Seva Teerth’, signifies a profound departure from the linguistic and psychological shackles of…
Gold prices in India slipped into discount territory this week as volatility slowed jewellery demand, in contrast to strong festive buying seen in China before the Lunar New Year.India’s gold…
Mumbai Coastal Road introduces India’s first musical stretch, playing Jai Ho at 60 kmph from Nariman Point to Worli, as part of the ₹14000 crore project slashing south to north…
The Supreme Court deferred to February 23 pleas of Meta and WhatsApp against CCI order imposing a penalty of Rs 213.14 crore over privacy concerns. The top court said that…
First, it was the European Union, then the United States, and now the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). India is flexing its trade muscle as it resumed talks on a free…
Air India has launched fleet-wide inspections of fuel control switches on its Boeing 787 Dreamliners after a fault was reported on a London-Bengaluru flight. The aircraft was grounded and the…
Investment bank flags fiscal consolidation and capital spending as supportive for equitiesGlobal investment bank Morgan Stanley has reiterated a constructive view on Indian equities following the Union Budget 2026, maintaining…
Kashmir experiences sub-zero nights as Chillai Khurd begins, marking the end of the harshest winter phase with slightly rising temperatures across the valley, though fresh rain and snow are forecast…
With global uncertainty rising and tax collections under pressure, the Centre is expected to prioritise stability over stimulus, keep the fiscal deficit near 4.2–4.3 per cent of GDP, and selectively…
The government’s targeted welfare measures have significantly reduced poverty and improved income distribution, with the bottom 5-10 per cent of the population registering the sharpest rise in consumption expenditure, the…
Obesity is rising at an alarming rate and is today a major public health challenge in India, said the Economic Survey as it emphasised focusing on the intake of the…
India’s agriculture sector, crucial to achieving the government’s vision of a developed nation by 2047, faces significant sustainability and productivity challenges despite recent growth, the Economic Survey said.The survey called…
Raising concerns on the growing consumption of ultra processed foods (UPF) containing high fat and sugar, the Economic Survey has called for exploring a ban on their advertisements from morning…
With capital expenditure driving the economy, policymakers face limited room to cut the deficit amid slower nominal GDP growth and muted tax collectionsAs India prepares for the Union Budget 2026–27,…
Import duty concessions granted by the EU under the free trade agreement with India will help boost the country’s exports to the 27-nation bloc and promote domestic manufacturing, according to…
The EU has not provided any concessions to India on its carbon regulations in the trade pact, but has agreed that any relaxations granted by the 27nation bloc to other…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the UPI-linked PM SVANidhi Credit Card in Kerala on Friday, providing street vendors with an interest-free digital credit facility to enhance their financial independence.Prime Minister…
The air traffic to and fro Kashmir was suspended on Friday after flight operations were cancelled at the Srinagar airport due to heavy snowfall in the valley, which has rendered…
A day after US President Donald Trump stated he will have a ‘good’ trade deal with India, senior Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday said it is very encouraging, given…
India’s Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra has reviewed progress in the bilateral counternarcotics cooperation at a highlevel meeting here, with both sides stressing the need for effective enforcement…
Six workers were killed and five others injured after an explosion at a steel plant in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar Bhatapara district.At least six workers lost their lives and five others were…
Industry remains optimistic on growth, seeks push for infrastructure, manufacturing and exportsWith the global economy facing persistent uncertainty, India Inc. is pinning its hopes on the Union Budget 2026-27 to…
A trainee aircraft of the Indian Air Force made an emergency landing in a pond in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj after developing a technical snag during a routine training.A training aircraft…
India and the European Union are set to announce the conclusion of a free trade agreement, firming up of a defence partnership pact and a framework for mobility of Indian…
Assistant Commandant Simran Bala from Jammu and Kashmir will create history by leading an all-male CRPF contingent at the Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path in New Delhi.A remarkable moment…
This move aims to fix inverted duty structure and deepen Make in India push in electronicThe Indian government on Tuesday raised the Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on flat panel displays…
Survey shows rising global CEO confidence in India’s growth, market scale and policy stabilityIndia has emerged as the second most preferred global investment destination after the United States, signalling growing…
The government highlights completed tax reforms, investment incentives and compliance-easing measures ahead of Budget 2026Ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget 2026–27, the Finance Ministry has highlighted the implementation…
India’s eight core infrastructure industries grew by 3.7 per cent year-on-year in December 2025, rising to a four-month high and marking a clear sequential improvement from 2.1 per cent growth…
Delhi Traffic Police deploys AI generated animated videos, real time navigation apps and shuttle services for Republic Day 2026 at Kartavya Path. Measures cover 22 parking zones for 8000 vehicles,…
Mumbai Customs has intercepted a cargo barge midsea and seized over 180 tonnes of smuggled diesel hidden in water tanks, officials said on Tuesday.Mumbai Customs has intercepted a cargo barge…
The trade target underscores the deepening India-UAE economic partnership, which has expanded rapidly since the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into force. The UAE has now emerged as India’s…
The govt says smartphone manufacturing under PLI drove most of the growth; the sector is now India’s third-largest export earner and a major jobs generator.India achieved a record $47 billion…
India’s youth and entrepreneurs are focused on solving real problems, and the Startup India mission has become a revolution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday.New Delhi: India’s youth and…
India marks National Startup Day with ten years of Startup India success, boasting 200,000 ventures driving jobs and tech from metros to Tier III towns. Funds like Rs 10,000 crore…
India’s Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra hosted key American lawmakers as he welcomed the consistent, bipartisan support in the US Congress for the deepening partnership between Washington and…
India, keen to position itself as a global export hub, has stepped up efforts to diversify its markets and product mix to cushion the impact of US tariffsIndia’s latest trade…
Kozack said India’s growth in the third quarter was stronger than anticipated, underscoring the resilience of the world’s fourth-largest economy at a time of heightened global uncertaintyIndia’s economy continues to…
With January 15 now added to the list, Indian stock exchanges will observe 16 trading holidays in 2026, far more than major US and European marketsIndia’s stock market calendar is…
High compliance burden, logistics and energy costs flagged as key constraints; MSMEs seek easier credit and faster paymentsWith the Union Budget 2026-27 just weeks away, industry has called for a…
India’s labour market showed continued improvement in December, with rising workforce participation and employment offsetting a marginal increase in unemployment, driven largely by rural areas and higher female participation.India’s unemployment…
Merchandise exports grow 1.8% to $38.5 billion; services surplus cushions external balanceIndia’s merchandise trade deficit widened marginally to $25.04 billion in December 2025, as a sharp rise in imports outpaced…
State-backed Chinese oversupply and slowing Western markets are capping prices, margins, and export growth for Indian manufacturers.India’s chemical industry is facing a deepening structural and macroeconomic squeeze as Chinese overcapacity,…
Rising food and commodity prices, along with base effects, push wholesale inflation above expectationsIndia’s wholesale price inflation (WPI) turned positive in December, rising to 0.83 per cent year-on-year, reversing the…
Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi exposes Pakistans nuclear talk as mere political noise absent from military hotlines that secured border ceasefire.Indian Army chief dismisses Pakistan’s nuclear posturing as empty…
British aerospace major signals deeper long-term commitment to India’s defence and advanced manufacturing ecosystemBritish aero-engine maker Rolls-Royce is exploring plans to designate India as its third strategic “home market” outside…
Founders call for targeted subsidies, simpler compliance, and better access to funding as early-stage ventures struggle with credit bottlenecks and regulatory complexity.Ahead of the Union Budget 2026 to be presented…
India reaffirmed its push for renewable energy cooperation despite the US focus on fossil fuels, with Union Minister Pralhad Joshi calling for global support to help developing nations scale clean…
A low pressure system in the southeast Bay of Bengal intensifies rapidly, triggering IMD warnings for heavy showers in southern states alongside dense fog and cold waves battering northern plains.…
United Nations: India is projected to grow at 6.6 per cent in 2026, registering an “exceptionally high growth in a challenging global environment”, with resilient private consumption and strong public…
Energy price moderation cools headline and core inflation, reinforcing policy comfort zoneEurozone inflation eased to 2 per cent in December from 2.1 per cent in November, data released on Wednesday…
Household gold holdings, now valued at nearly 80% of GDP, are supporting consumption, lending, and currency stability amid global uncertainty.India’s vast household gold stockpile, estimated at around 25,000 tonnes, has…
Analysts expect continuity in public investment as the government shifts focus from demand support to supply-side growth.As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present Union Budget 2026 on February 1,…
Nearly 100 recently listed companies will see pre-listing shareholder lock-ins lifted between January and April, potentially increasing short-term market volatility.Indian stock market is set to brace for volatility as IPO…
Asian stocks extend record run and Wall Street hits fresh highs, but domestic benchmarks open marginally lowerIndian equity benchmarks opened lower on Tuesday even as Asian markets rallied and Wall…
India’s rice output reaches 150.18 million tonnes, overtaking China for the first time. The milestone reflects gains from high-yielding seeds and expanding export capacity.India has emerged as the world’s largest…
An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 struck Assam’s Morigaon district on Monday morning. No damage or casualties have been reported.An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 struck Assam’s Morigaon district on Monday morning.…
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched an enquiry after a cricketer from Pulwama was seen wearing a helmet featuring the Palestinian flag during a private match in Jammu.The Jammu…
Thin holiday trade lifts equities, but surging precious metals point to deeper investor anxiety over US rates, the dollar, and Federal Reserve independence.Global financial markets began 2026 on a cautiously…
A series of carefully calibrated diplomatic gestures by India following the death of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia has triggered a compelling question in South Asian strategic circles: Is…
A nineteen-year-old Bangladeshi national identified as Shariful Islam Bhuyian was arrested by security forces from the Gajansoo area of Jammu, located close to the Indo-Pakistan border. He was detained by…
The anti-corruption watchdog Lokpal has reversed its decision to buy seven luxury BMW cars worth nearly five crore rupees after widespread public and political criticism.The anti-corruption body Lokpal has withdrawn…
India has successfully carried out a dramatic salvo launch of two Pralay missiles in quick succession from the same launcher at ITR Chandipur, as part of user evaluation trials.A curtain…
President Xi cites ‘very unusual’ year marked by property stress, weak consumption and trade tensions, but says stability and key goals were maintainedChina’s economy is expected to have grown by…
India has cleared a five year moratorium on Vodafone Idea’s adjusted gross revenue dues, giving the debt laden telecom operator crucial time to stabilise its finances even as markets reacted…
India’s fiscal deficit reached 62% of the full-year target in April–November, reflecting higher spending and slower tax collections.India’s fiscal deficit for the period from April to November 2025 reached 9.8…
Strong local inflows, easing valuations and policy support underpin bullish outlook despite tariff risks and subdued earningsIndian equity markets are expected to climb to fresh record highs by mid-2026 and…
Former Indian Premier League (IPL) Chairman Lalit Modi issued an apology to the Indian government over a controversial video with businessman Vijay MallyaDays after the Ministry of External Affairs said…
One passenger was found dead as fire broke out in two coaches of the Tatanagar–Ernakulam Express in Andhra Pradesh’s Anakapalli district. The incident was reported around 1PM near Elamanchili railway…
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that 18 foreign nationals who entered India illegally have been detained and deported.Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that 18 foreign…
Earlier India had a long-standing small car purchase which nowadays has shifted the growth pattern and higher-value vehicles such as SUVs with UV experts are set to outspace passenger car…
FedEx is facing heavy criticism after reports revealed a sharp rise in its recruitment of foreign workers under the H-1B visa scheme, coinciding with job cuts across the United States.FedEx,…
The government of India told the country’s parliament on Thursday that there is “no conclusive data” establishing a direct link between a higher Air Quality Index (AQI) and lung diseases.The…
The highest court of Belgium – Court of Cassation– has rejected the appeal of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi against India’s extradition request, while endorsing a lower court’s view that there…
Tesla has inaugurated its first charging station in Gurugram at DLF Horizon Centre, marking a major step towards strengthening India’s electric vehicle infrastructure.Tesla has officially opened its first charging station…
The Delhi government has made it mandatory for 50 per cent of employees in both government and private sectors to work from home, starting Thursday.After being blanketed in dense fog,…
The Central Bank replied harshly to the sudden decline and intervened aggressively in currency markets on Wednesday, selling dollars to prop up the rupee.The rupee slumped 9 paise to a…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Addis Ababa for a two-day State visit to strengthen India’s partnership with Ethiopia.Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for a…
Wheels India, has signed a technical assistance agreement with Japan-headquartered Topy Industries for the design, development and manufacturing of aluminium alloy wheels.Leading manufacturer of wheels for trucks, passenger vehicles and…
Securities and Exchange Board of India on Wednesday will consider a report of a high-level panel, which has recommended public disclosure of assets of senior officers. This would be the…
India’s cultural, linguistic and social diversity is a powerful advantage in the age of Artificial Intelligence, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Tuesday. Speaking at the Lab to Impact…
HSBC’s flash India Composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, fell to 58.9 this month, down from 59.7 in November. Although the reading remains comfortably above the 50-mark…
In a major boost to India’s combat capabilities, the Indian Army is all set to receive the delivery of its three remaining Apache AH-64 attack helicopters from the United States.…
The year 2025 was in many ways a defining moment for India to display its military prowess. Be it defending the soil in response to terrorism or a push for…
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has seized a Pakistani fishing boat for operating illegally in India and arrested 11 crew members on board, according to the officials on Thursday.The Indian…
UNESCO has recognised Diwali the festival of lights as a world heritage event. It has been added in the list of intangible cultural heritage on Wednesday.Diwali, the festival of lights…
India’s fertiliser imports has been increased as it imported about 14.45 million tonnes during April-October, leading to a 69 per cent increase from 8.56 million tonnes.India’s fertiliser and organic farming…
Between April 2024 and September 2025, Odisha recorded the deaths of 136 wild elephants due to a range of causes, including electrocution, disease, poaching, and accidents. The figures, shared by…
Gir National Park in Gujarat saw a massive increase of Asiatic lions and recorded a tremendous rise from 627 to 891. The Asiatic lions by the 20th century were recorded…
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Saturday said that a committee has been established to identify the reasons behind the flight disruptions caused by the IndiGo airlines, adding that…
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in New Delhi for a historic two-day State visit today. As one of the world’s most closely guarded leaders travels to India,…
Pakistan’s relief shipment to Sri Lanka, which is battling the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, has sparked a controversy. Images circulating online showed cartons of food and supplies that appear to…
India has acted as an aid in the global crisis by transforming its global policy and proactively advocating and endorsing swift aid during the terms of conflicts and natural disasters.India…
India’s narrow 22-kilometre strip connecting the northeastern states to the Indian mainland, is the Siliguri corridor. Three new installations were installed in the region, signalling the military preparedness amid the…