Firing between security forces & terrorists in J&K’s Poonch
Jammu, June 18 - An exchange of fire took place between security forces and terrorists in J&K's Poonch district on Tuesday, and a search of the area is now underway, officials said.
PM-KISAN scheme: Over 3 lakh benefitted so far, know about world’s largest DBT scheme
New Delhi, June 18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to release the 17th installment of PM-KISAN scheme in Varanasi on Tuesday. This will lead to a payout of over Rs 20,000 crore being transferred into accounts of more than 9.26 crore
US, India must remain at forefront of technology to defend their value systems: Ajit Doval
New Delhi, June 18 - In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, bio-tech and other emerging technologies, the US and India must remain at the forefront of technology to protect and defend their value systems, India's National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval
PM Modi to lead International Day of Yoga celebrations in Srinagar
New Delhi, June 18 - The tenth edition of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) will be organised in Jammu and Kashmir’s (J&K) Srinagar on June 21.
Stock markets at record high, defence stocks zoom
Mumbai, June 18 - Riding on defence sector stocks led by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, Mazagon Dock, Paras Defence, and Cochin Shipyard, the Indian indices closed at record high on Tuesday.
Nana Patole’s feet-washing act by party worker caught on camera, BJP tears into Congress
New Delhi, June 18 - Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole has found himself in the firing line after a video of his feet-washing act by a party worker landed on social media, evoking strong criticism from netizens.
Kerala HC directs notices to be sent to CM Vijayan, Veena in graft case
Kochi, June 18 - The Kerala High Court on Tuesday directed that notices be sent to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his daughter Veena Vijayan in a petition filed by Congress legislator Mathew Kuzhalnadan alleging corruption.
India’s spices exports hit record $4.46 billion in FY24, red chilli up by 15 pc
New Delhi, June 18 - The export of spices and its products reached an all-time high in FY 2023-24 at a record $4.46 billion making India a key player in the global trade.
Renewables, roads, realty sectors to see 38 pc growth to reach Rs 15 lakh crore in 2 years: Report
New Delhi, June 18 - Riding on supportive policy interventions, investment in India’s key infrastructure sectors — renewable energy and roads – and real estate are likely to grow 38 per cent in the fiscals 2025 and 2026, compared with the previous two
Foolproof security in place for PM Modi’s Kashmir visit
Srinagar, June 18 - The highest level of security preparedness and foolproof arrangements are in place for the forthcoming visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Srinagar city in J&K on June 20.
SC asks NTA to admit if any irregularities found in NEET (UG) exam
New Delhi, June 18 - The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the National Testing Agency (NTA) to admit if any irregularities are found in the conduct of the NEET (UG) examination.
Fitch raises India’s GDP growth forecast for FY25 to 7.2 pc
New Delhi, June 18 - Global rating agency Fitch on Tuesday raised India's GDP growth forecast for FY25 to 7.2 per cent, from 7 per cent.
PM Modi to grant certificates to 30,000 Krishi Sakhis at Varanasi
New Delhi, June 18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi will grant certificates to more than 30,000 self-help groups as Krishi Sakhis at Varanasi on Tuesday to empower the country’s rural women, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare said.
New HAL order to further boost India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing
New Delhi, June 18 - In a fillip to the ‘Make in India’ initiative and strengthening self-reliance in defence manufacturing, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) has received a request for proposal (RFP) by the Ministry of Defence for procurement of 156 light combat helicopters
BCCI to interview Gambhir for head coach role in Mumbai around 2pm: Sources
New Delhi, June 18 - Former India cricketer Gautam Gambhir is set to appear for an interview for the men's cricket team head coach position in Mumbai with BCCI secretary Jay Shah and other officials, say sources.
Jake Sullivan’s Delhi visit to deepen already strong US-India partnership: John Kirby
New Delhi, June 18 - White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby has said that US NSA Jake Sullivan's visit to New Delhi will further deepen the already strong US-India ties to create a safer and more prosperous Indo-Pacific.
NEET paper leak case: Nine candidates to be questioned in Bihar
Patna, June 18 - The Economic Offences Unit (EOU) of Bihar Police will question nine candidates in connection with the NEET question paper leak case in the presence of their parents in Patna on Tuesday.
Sensex, Nifty hit new all-time high on strong global cues
Mumbai, June 18 - Indian equity frontline indices opened in green on Tuesday following positive global cues. In the early trade, Sensex and Nifty made a new all-time high of 77,326 and 23,573 respectively.
Bengal train mishap: Death toll rises to 10, Kanchanjunga Express returns to Sealdah
Kolkata, June 18 - The death toll in the Kanchanjunga Express-goods train collision in West Bengal's Darjeeling district has risen to 10, said officials, adding that the train has returned to Sealdah.
Centre takes action against electricity KYC update scam, blocks 392 mobile phones
New Delhi, June 18 - The government has taken stern action to protect citizens in response to reports of fraudulent activities involving mobile numbers in electricity KYC update scams.