PM Modi-led new govt to take country closer to ‘Vision@2047’
New Delhi, June 8 - As PM-elect Narendra Modi is set to form the next government at the Centre, industry leaders on Saturday extended their heartiest congratulations to him, saying they look forward to stability, consistency, and effectiveness in governance to take the
Canadian MP Arya hits out at Khalistani supporters for mocking PM Indira Gandhi’s assassination
Chandigarh, June 8 - India-born Canadian MP Chandra Arya on Saturday slammed Khalistan supporters for celebrating the assassination of late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi with her cutout in a float and asked law enforcement agencies to take action.
‘Extremely saddening’: PM Modi expresses condolences over Ramoji Rao’s demise
New Delhi, June 8 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the passing away of Ramoji Rao, the Eenadu Group's Chairman, is "extremely saddening".
Danish PM attacked in Copenhagen, man arrested
Stockholm, June 8 - Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was attacked by a man in central Copenhagen on Friday evening.
N. Korea, China, Russia expanding nuclear arsenals at breakneck pace: US official
Washington, June 8 - North Korea, China and Russia are expanding and diversifying their nuclear weapons stockpiles at a "breakneck" speed, a White House official has said, warning that absent a change in the trajectory of their arsenals, the US may have to
Having PM like Narendra Modi is matter of pride for everyone: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Bhopal, June 8 - Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who won the Lok Sabha election for the sixth time -- including one bypoll, has said that having a Prime Minister like Narendra Modi is a matter of pride for everyone
India gives NDA third term, but also a strong message
By Dr. Avi Verma The results of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, announced on June 4th, have provided a clear yet contentious outcome in India’s political landscape. The ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has secured 292-294 seats,
NDA meet underlines message of unity and vision beyond 2029
New Delhi, June 7 - On Friday noon, Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked inside the Central Hall of the old Parliament House, amid cheers, clapping and thumping of desks, straight to a decorated corner near the podium to bow before the original copy
PM-elect Modi’s high regard for Constitution brings back memories of 2014 and 2019
New Delhi, June 7 - The newly-elected MPs of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Friday elected Narendra Modi as their leader, paving the way for his swearing-in as the Prime Minister for a record third term.
Adani Group stocks end higher for third straight day
Mumbai, June 7 - Adani Group's stocks ended with robust gains on Friday, rising for the third consecutive day.
Don’t fall prey to hearsay: PM-elect Modi’s message to first-time MPs
New Delhi, June 7 - Narendra Modi, after being elected as the leader of the NDA Parliamentary Party, left a message for fellow Parliamentarians, first-timers in particular, to not fall prey to rumours and speculation and advised them to get everything verified from
Investors gain Rs 28 lakh crore in just 3 trading sessions as PM Modi set to begin 3rd term
Mumbai, June 7 - As Prime Minister Narendra Modi was elected as leader of the NDA Parliamentary party amid the RBI’s monetary policy announcements, the Indian indices on Friday recovered from losses it suffered before the election results, giving investors Rs 28 lakh
Role of two firms involved in Shahjahan’s fish export business under ED scanner
Kolkata, June 7 - Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials are investigating the role of two firms linked to the fish export business of suspended Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan.
BJP’s 2024 numbers alone trumps Congress’ total of 2014, 2019 and 2024 LS seats: Narendra Modi
New Delhi, June 7 - Narendra Modi, after being elected as the leader of the NDA Parliamentary party on Friday, congratulated the alliance partners on their victory and slammed the Congress-led INDIA bloc over the latter’s posturing over Lok Sabha numbers.
India’s forex reserves at historic high of $651.5 bn, CAD to dip: RBI
Mumbai, June 7 - With a lower trade deficit, robust services export growth and strong remittances, the current account deficit (CAD) is expected to have moderated in the January - March quarter of 2023-24, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Friday.
JD(U) assures full support for PM Modi; eyes Railway Ministry, special status for Bihar
New Delhi, June 7 - A crucial meeting of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) MPs is taking place in New Delhi on Friday. Prior to this, JD(U) MPs, led by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, held a meeting in the national Capital, during
Stock markets zoom over RBI’s GDP forecast, Sensex up over 1 pc
Mumbai, June 7 - The India stock market extended morning gains after the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) raised India's real GDP forecast to 7.2 per cent for FY25 from earlier 7 per cent.
RBI easing FEMA guidelines to facilitate overseas trade
Mumbai, June 7 - Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to rationalise existing guidelines on the export and import of goods and services in line with the changing dynamics of cross-border trade transactions globally.
Rahul Gandhi gets bail in defamation case
Bengaluru, June 7 - A court here on Friday granted bail to senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case filed by Karnataka BJP MLC Keshav Prasad.
Karnataka govt bans ‘Hamare Baarah’, says it may disturb communal harmony
Bengaluru, June 7 - The Congress government in Karnataka has banned the release of the Bollywood movie 'Hamare Baarah' in the state, alleging that it may disturb communal harmony.