Continue to back Myanmar’s transition towards inclusive democracy, India tells UN
Geneva, June 18 - Asserting that it remains steadfast in its support for Myanmar's transition towards an inclusive federal democracy, India on Tuesday reiterated that it supports the ASEAN-led efforts and the ASEAN Five-Point Consensus to resolve the precarious humanity and security situation
Nalanda University new campus inauguration: Special day for education sector, says PM Modi
Patna, June 19 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday will inaugurate the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir.
UP govt to hold Bodhi Yatra in Delhi on June 28
Lucknow, June 19 - The Yogi Adityanath government will host 'The Bodhi Yatra 2024' in New Delhi on June 28, a government spokesman said.
Blinken lists China among ‘countries of concern’ aiding Russia, blames Hamas for no ceasefire
Washington, June 18 - US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken on Tuesday contended that the new set of sanctions announced by Washington on Russia and entities in other countries were aimed at curbing the capability of Russia's defence industrial base.
In surprise visit, PM Modi reviews work at upcoming stadium & sports complex in Varanasi
New Delhi, June 18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday made a surprise visit to the under-construction Varanasi stadium and sports complex to review the work in progress there after attending a Kisan Samman Sammelan, Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, and praying
PM Modi attends ‘Ganga Aarti’, offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath temple
Varanasi, June 18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday evening performed Ganga Pujan and attended the Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat.
PM Modi wants to see one Indian product on every dining table in the world
Varanasi (UP), June 18 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that he wants to see one Indian product on every dining table in the world which would be possible by focusing on agriculture exports.
India’s net direct tax collections surge by 21 pc in FY25
New Delhi, June 18 - India’s net direct tax collections have shot up by a robust 20.99 per cent for the financial year 2024-25 as of June 17 to Rs 4,62,664 crore, compared to Rs 3,82,414 crore in the same period of the
Fresh refugee influx in Mizoram from Bangladesh’s Chittagong Hill Tracts
Aizawl, June 18 - Around 30 more refugees comprising nine families took shelter in Mizoram from the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) of southeast Bangladesh during the last two days, officials said here on Tuesday.
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.