Russia could mirror Western actions, arm North Korea: Putin
Hanoi, June 20 - In a clear warning to the West, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday indicated his nation could supply long-range precision weapons to North Kora and other countries, on the same pattern that the US and other countries are arming
India-US ties most consequential, visiting Congressional delegation tells PM Modi
New Delhi, June 20 - A visiting US Congressional delegation that met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday, described India-US relations as "most consequential" and also lauded the "scale, fairness and transparency" of the recently-concluded Lok Sabha elections.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman holds pre-Budget meeting with India Inc.
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday chaired the third pre-budget consultation with industry leaders and associations in connection with the forthcoming General Budget 2024-25 here on Thursday.
‘NEET papers sold for Rs 30-32 lakh, cops traced burnt documents’, admit mastermind & students
New Delhi/Patna, June 20 - The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) 2024 paper leak fiasco saw a fresh twist on Thursday with the accused persons confessing before the police that question papers were arranged for certain candidates a day before the exam for which
RBI to be positioned as model for Global South: Shaktikanta Das
Mumbai, June 20 - RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Thursday said that "necessary policy actions" are on the anvil for positioning the Reserve Bank as a model central bank of the Global South.
SC issues notice on plea seeking directions to NBE on NEET (PG) exam question paper, answer key
New Delhi, June 20 - The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice on a plea seeking directions to the National Board of Examinations (NBE) to release the question paper and answer key of the NEET (PG) examination.
Patna HC strikes down Bihar govt’s quota hike from 50 pc to 65 pc
New Delhi, June 20 - In a major blow to the Bihar government, the Patna High Court on Thursday struck down the decision to increase the reservation from 50 per cent to 65 per cent for Backward Classes, Extremely Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes
Delhi court reserves order on CM Kejriwal’s bail plea in excise policy case
New Delhi, June 20 - A Delhi court on Thursday reserved its order on Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s bail plea and his application to allow his wife Sunita Kejriwal to be present during his medical examination.
Multi-layered security for PM Modi’s packed two-day visit to Kashmir
Srinagar, June 20 - A multi-layered security is in place for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to J&K from Thursday, said officials here.
NEET (UG) paper leak: SC stays proceedings pending before various High Courts
New Delhi, June 20 - The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the proceedings pending before various High Courts of the country pertaining to the alleged NEET (UG) paper leak.
TN hooch tragedy: Death toll rises to 34, CM announces Rs 10 lakh compensation
Chennai, June 20 - The death toll in the hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district has risen to 34, confirmed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday, adding that a compensation of Rs 10 lakh will be paid to their families.
India to make huge progress on back of young population, rapid development: NSE CEO
Mumbai, June 20 - Riding on a young talented population, rapid technological developments and overall economic growth, India will be able to generate more wealth in comparison to other countries in years to come, Ashish Kumar Chauhan, Managing Director and CEO of National
Extensive preparations for PM Modi’s mega Yoga event in J&K’s Srinagar
Srinagar, June 20 - Extensive preparations have been going on for the last five days to ensure the grand success of the 10th International Day of Yoga celebrations in J&K’s Srinagar city in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to participate.
Indian Embassy celebrates International Yoga Day in Washington
New Delhi, June 20 - The Indian Embassy in the US has organised a Yo
World’s citizens to gather at UN to showcase yoga’s power to unite
United Nations, June 20 - Citizens from around the globe will gather here on Friday to show the uniting power of yoga across boundaries and divisions as the world organisation celebrates the 10th International Day of Yoga.
Israel’s military spokesman says Hamas ‘cannot be eliminated’
Jerusalem, June 20 - Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Spokesman Daniel Hagari has said that Hamas "cannot be eliminated" and suggested that only a swap deal could secure the release of all hostages still held in Gaza.
UP Board students to study 10 subjects, 3 languages now
Lucknow, June 20 - In compliance with the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, the Uttar Pradesh State Board of High School and Intermediate Education -- Uttar Pradesh Board -- is set to implement significant changes for classes 9 and 10 starting from the
4 Adani ports make it to World Bank’s global ‘Container Port Performance Index’
Ahmedabad, June 19 - Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) on Wednesday said four of its ports have been featured in the prestigious 'Container Port Performance (CPP) Index 2023', developed by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Major breakthrough in Reasi terror attack, says J&K Police
Jammu, June 19 - J&K Police on Wednesday said "a major breakthrough" has been made in the June 9 Reasi terror attack, in which 9 pilgrims were killed and 44 others injured, with the arrest of a terror associate.
PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University, terms it ‘symbol of India’s academic heritage’
Patna, June 19 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir district on Wednesday and described it as 'symbol of India's vibrant cultural exchange and academic heritage'.