Will Pakistan suffer if India cuts access to Ravi waters? – Firstpost
India is turning up the heat on Pakistan this summer. Once the Shahpur Kandi dam on the Punjab-J&K border nears completion, the flow of surplus water from the Ravi to…
India’s trade deals with UK & Oman to be operational in April, says Piyush Goyal – Firstpost
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…
‘India can’t afford to rent intelligence’: Mukesh Ambani’s big pitch at AI Impact Summit
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…
PM Modi opens AI Impact Summit – Firstpost
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’…
PM Modi welcomes world leaders at Bharat Mandapam for India AI Impact Summit – Firstpost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday welcomed several world leaders at Bharat Mandapam as policymakers and technology leaders gathered in the national capital for the India AI Impact Summit 2026Prime…
PM Modi, President Macron share car ride to attend Innovation Forum in Mumba – Firstpost
“After the talks and press statements at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai, President Macron and I are on the way to the other programmes, which include the India-France Innovation Forum," PM…
The symbolic shift from South Block to Seva Teerth – Firstpost
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…
PM Modi meets Rolls-Royce CEO as British engineering giant eyes India expansion – Firstpost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgic, signalling intent to deepen the British engineering giant’s footprint in IndiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Rolls-Royce CEO…
Mumbai coastal road set to be India’s first musical stretch, playing ‘Jai Ho’ for commuters – Firstpost
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…
16 labourers killed, several trapped after explosion rocks Meghalaya coal mine – Firstpost
At least 16 labourers were killed and several others remain trapped after an explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills, with PM Modi announcing ex-gratia compensation…
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink bets on long-term India growth story – Firstpost
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink on Wednesday made a strong pitch for India’s long-term growth story, saying that “this is the era for India” and urging millions of Indians to invest…
FM Sitharaman raises ECMS outlay to ₹40,000 crore to deepen electronics manufacturing push – Firstpost
Move aims to capitalise on rising investments, boost domestic value addition, and integrate India deeper into global supply chainsFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday announced a sharp increase in the…
Economic Survey finds steepest consumption growth and poverty decline among bottom 10% – Firstpost
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…
Economic Survey 2026 flags increasing obesity across age groups and calls for nutrition-focused reforms – Firstpost
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…
Economic Survey 2026 flags climate, water challenges amid steady agricultural growth – Firstpost
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…
India’s Economic Survey 2026 bans the marketing of junk food between 6 am and 11 pm – Firstpost
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…
India’s Union Budget 2026 to prioritise fiscal consolidation without hurting growth: EY – Firstpost
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,…
Exporters upbeat as India, EU sign free trade deal – Firstpost
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…
EU’s carbon concessions for other nations to apply to India under Free Trade Agreement – Firstpost
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…
PM Modi launches flagship SVANidhi credit card scheme for street vendors – Firstpost
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…
India and EU expected to announce conclusion of trade talks on Tuesday – Firstpost
India and the European Union are expected to announce the conclusion of protracted negotiations for a free trade pact on Tuesday, opening the way for reduced tariffs on European cars…
Vaishnaw reacts after Trump backs ‘good’ trade deal with India – Firstpost
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…
Indian envoy to US reviews joint counter-narcotics ops to curb illicit drug flow – Firstpost
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…
PwC CEO Survey – Firstpost
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…
India extends Atal Pension Scheme to provide social security to unorganised sector workers – Firstpost
Government extends funding support to boost outreach, ensure sustainability of pension schemeThe Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana…
India, UAE set $200 billion trade target by 2032, deepen ties across energy, defence and tech – Firstpost
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…
UAE president visited India for only 3 hours to meet PM Modi. Here’s why – Firstpost
When world leaders visit India, they typically do it over an extended period of time. For instance, last December, when Russia’s Vladimir Putin travelled to India, he came for two…
PM Modi receives UAE president as he arrives in India for two-hour visit – Firstpost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally welcomed UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in New Delhi during his brief two-hour visitIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received United Arab…
India’s Budget 2026 likely to prioritise debt consolidation while sustaining Infra push – Firstpost
Rating agency expects fiscal deficit at 4.3% of GDP, robust direct tax growth, and higher market borrowings in FY27 as Centre balances prudence with infrastructure spending.The Union government is likely…
India’s GDP seen growing at 7.4% in FY26 despite global tariff headwinds – Firstpost
Services-led expansion and steady investment offset trade pressures, MoSPI estimates showIndia’s economy is projected to grow at a robust 7.4 per cent in real terms in FY 2025–26, up from…
Mauritius President praises Telugu heritage in Andhra Pradesh – Firstpost
The President of Mauritius Dharam Gokhool during his India tour, attended the World Telugu Conference in Guntur where he highlighted the significance of Telugu language and how it gained recognition…
Are you taking an overdose of antibiotics? ICMR backs PM Modi’s call amid rising drug resistance – Firstpost
In the 129th episode of Mann ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against using antimicrobial resistance, urging Indians to stop self-medicating with antibiotics. ICMR Director General Dr Rajiv Bahl…
Navi Mumbai Airport begins commercial flight operations – Firstpost
The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) began commercial flight operations on Thursday, with the first flight from Bengaluru, operated by IndiGo. The airport was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
The Indian sculptor who gave the world’s its tallest statue passes away, PM Modi pays tribute – Firstpost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of notable sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar, who is known for designing the world’s tallest statue Statue of Unity in…
PM Modi conferred Ethiopia’s highest civilian honour in Addis Ababa – Firstpost
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday was conferred with Ethiopia’s highest award ‘The Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia’ by his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday…
Watch| Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins two day State visit to Ethiopia – Firstpost
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…
UNESCO adds Diwali to intangible cultural list, Delhi host celebrations – Firstpost
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…
Asiatic lions thrive again as Gir Park celebrates their powerful return – Firstpost
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…
BNP lauds PM Modi’s offer of support for critically ill Khaleda Zia – Firstpost
Begum Khaleda Zia (80) is on a ventilator at Evercare Hospital as she battles a serious lung infection along with chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and liver cirrhosis. Doctors…