Netanyahu accepts US proposal on hostage deal; Blinken calls on Hamas to do the same
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to a U.S. proposal regarding the release of hostages, following a three-hour meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Jerusalem. This agreement marks a crucial step toward resolving the ongoing hostage situation, with Netanyahu
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Washington to strengthen India-US ties
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Washington on Thursday evening for a four-day visit at the invitation of US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin. Singh’s visit aims to bolster the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and includes key meetings with US Secretary of
India, US enter into Security of Supply Arrangement
India and the United States have officially established a non-binding Security of Supply Arrangement (SOSA), a significant bilateral agreement designed to ensure the availability of critical industrial resources in times of supply chain disruptions. This arrangement, announced by the Pentagon, will facilitate the
UN chief hopes PM Modi’s visit to Ukraine will help end war
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed optimism that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Ukraine will contribute positively to efforts aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict. Guterres’ spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, underscored the significance of high-profile diplomatic visits in advancing peace negotiations and
Govt support, private investments to propel India as global space leader: Experts
New Delhi, Aug 23 – With apt support from government and private investments, India will emerge as a global space leader, said experts on Friday on the first National Space Day. India is celebrating its maiden National Space Day [NSpD-2024] on August 23
Men with high-risk HPV more vulnerable to infertility: Study
New Delhi, Aug 23 – Human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted virus, can decrease the sperm quantity and quality in men leading to infertility, a study confirmed on Friday. Researchers from Universidad Nacional de Cordoba in Argentina showed that men are very
Pesco-vegetarian diet may help reduce mortality in older adults: Study
New Delhi, Aug 23 – Plant-based diet has long been touted as healthy, but it may not be enough for the sustenance of older people, claims a study on Friday, noting that including seafood may help. The study, conducted by Loma Linda University,
Mumbai clocks 2nd highest prime property price rise on global index in April-June
Mumbai, Aug 23 – The financial capital recorded a significant increase on the international index in the second quarter this year — ranking second in terms of annual price growth as a reflection of the surge in residential demand in the city, especially
1 out of 4 millennials in India experiencing burnout, firms need to evolve: Report
Mumbai, Aug 23 – As companies in India strive to engage and retain millennials at the workplace, one in four from this dynamic generation are experiencing burnout, highlighting the urgent need for organisations to create environments that promote their well-being, a report showed
President Droupadi Murmu calls Indian space sector growth ‘extraordinary’
New Delhi, Aug 23 – The growth of the Indian space sector is ‘extraordinary’, said President Droupadi Murmu on the occasion of the country’s maiden National Space Day on Friday. National Space Day is being celebrated across the nation to commemorate the successful
Tribal Board case: BJP slams exclusion of K’taka ex-min’s name from charge sheet
Bengaluru, Aug 23 – The BJP on Friday criticised the omission of the name of jailed former minister B. Nagendra in the charge sheet submitted by Karnataka police in connection with the suicide of the tribal welfare Board’s account superintendent P Chandrasekaran. The
SC fixes Sep 5 for hearing CM Kejriwal’s pleas
New Delhi, Aug 23 – The Supreme Court on Friday fixed September 5 for hearing pleas filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal seeking bail and challenging his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection with the alleged excise policy
Centre steps up tribal outreach under Rs 24,000 crore PM-JANMAN scheme
New Delhi, Aug 23 – The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs on Friday kicked off its Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign and beneficiary saturation camps to reach out to habitations of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups in 194 districts across the country, under
PM Modi arrives in Kyiv on landmark visit, to discuss Russia-Ukraine conflict with Zelensky
Kyiv, Aug 23 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in war-torn Ukraine on Friday at the invitation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to push for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The visit is significant as it marks the first time
Sensex, Nifty trade flat amid mixed global cues
Mumbai, Aug 23 – Indian equity indices opened flat on Friday following mixed cues from global markets. At 9.43 a.m., Sensex was down 129 points or 0.16 per cent at 80,923 and Nifty was down 21 points or 0.09 per cent at 24,789.
Unmatched speed of realme 13+ 5G revolutionises mid-range smartphone gaming experience
New Delhi, Aug 23 – In the rapidly advancing smartphone industry, users in the mid-price segment have been seeking devices that deliver exceptional performance, particularly for gaming applications. However, many have found the current offerings lacking, with issues ranging from inadequate performance to
PM Modi arrives in Kyiv on landmark visit, to discuss Russia-Ukraine conflict with Zelensky
Kyiv, Aug 23 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in war-torn Ukraine on Friday at the invitation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to push for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The visit is significant as it marks the first time
Docus show CM Siddaramaiah’s wife rejected compensation, says Kumaraswamy on MUDA scam case
Bengaluru, Aug 23 – Contradicting Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s stand that the acquisition of 3.16 acres of land belonging to his family in Kesare village on the outskirts of Mysuru city was not known to them, fresh documents have surfaced allegedly showing that the
SEBI bars Anil Ambani, 24 others from capital market for five years
Mumbai, Aug 23 – Market regulator Security and Exchanges Board of India (SEBI) has barred Anil Ambani and 24 other entities from the capital market for five years, restraining the businessman from being associated with any listed company. SEBI barred the industrialist and
Ambuja Cements’ stock gains after promoter entity sells stake worth Rs 4,198 cr
Mumbai, Aug 23 – The shares of Ambuja Cements, part of the diversified Adani Portfolio, gained in morning trade on Friday after a promoter entity likely divested Rs 4,197.8 crore worth stock at the floor price. Holderind Investments, a company owned by billionaire