US addressing ‘questions’ lawmakers have on drone deal with India
Washington, Feb 1 - A US State Department Spokesperson on Wednesday did not deny or confirm a news report that the proposed sale of MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones to India was being blocked by lawmakers but did say that officials "routinely consult" with members
UN chief calls for urgent steps to de-escalate situation in Gaza, surrounding areas
United Nations, Feb 1 - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urgently appealed for measures to reduce tensions in Gaza and its neighbouring regions.
India, Oman ink MoU on procurement of defence material, equipment
New Delhi, Jan 31 - India and Oman on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) pertaining to procurement of defence material and equipment which would provide a framework for a new area of defence collaboration.
Myanmar hands over three Chinese warlords to Beijing
New Delhi, Jan 31 - Myanmar has handed over three Chinese warlords to Beijing, who were notorious for trafficking thousands of foreign nationals to forcibly run scams, a media report said.
President mentions Ram Mandir, Article 370, economic reforms in her address to Parliament
New Delhi, Jan 31 - President Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint sitting of both the Houses of Parliament on Wednesday, mentioning the removal of Article 370, economic reforms, educational reforms and indigenous defence manufacturing. In her first address in the new Parliament building.
Full budget will be presented after formation of new govt, says PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 31 - Speaking to the media before the start of the Budget Session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that full budget will be presented after the formation of the new government.
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 14-year imprisonment in Toshakhana case
Rawalpindi, Jan 31 - An accountability court on Wednesday sentenced former Pakistan premier Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 14 years imprisonment in the Toshakhana case, local media reported.
Belgian farmers block roads, protesting against rising costs, EU environmental policies
Brussels, Jan 31 - Belgian farmers stopped their tractors on highways and urban motor roads on Tuesday in protest of rising costs, unfair competition and European Union (EU) environmental restrictions.
Republic Day Parade 2024: Best marching contingents and tableaux awarded
New Delhi, Jan 31 - Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt on Tuesday gave away the best marching contingents and tableaux awards for the Republic Day Parade. He announced separate results, one by a panel of judges and the other through an
Marut Drones delivers India’s first mineral exploration drones to NMDC
Hyderabad, Jan 30 - Marut Drones, India's leading drone manufacturer, on Tuesday provided drones to National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) to pioneer drone-based mineral exploration in the country.
Global politics competitive, no need to be afraid of China: Jaishankar
Mumbai, Jan. 30 - Global politics is a competitive arena in which all countries strive to advance their respective interests and hence there is no need to be afraid of China, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said here on Tuesday.
Investments here can give US companies high returns: Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, Jan 30 - Capital and technological know-how from the US can help India achieve its goal of becoming a developed country by 2047, while investments here can give the American companies high returns and an avenue of de-risking, Defence Minister Rajnath
Ulfat Khan: First girl Parade Commander for PM Rally from URI
Jammu, Jan 30 - Senior Cadet Captain Ulfat Khan of Uri has become the first-ever girl cadet to be selected as Parade Commander at the Prime Minister's Rally during the Republic Day Camp 2024 held in New Delhi.
UN launches $1.6 bn humanitarian plan for Somalia amid multiple crises
United Nations, Jan 31 - The UN has launched the 2024 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan, seeking $1.6 billion to aid 5.2 million Somalians in need, a spokesman said.
US fighter jet crashes off S.Korea’s western coast; pilot rescued
Seoul, Jan 31 - A US F-16 fighter jet crashed in waters off South Korea's west coast on Wednesday and a pilot was rescued after ejecting from the aircraft, multiple sources said.
UN envoy embarks on effort to resume Cyprus peace talks
Nicosia, Jan 31 - An envoy for UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres embarked on efforts in Nicosia to resume the Cyprus peace negotiations.
NCLT asks Sony to file reply in three weeks on petition seeking revival of merger with Zee
New Delhi, Jan 30 - The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) Mumbai on Tuesday granted three weeks to Sony Pictures Networks India to file its reply to an application seeking the implementation of a $10 billion merger between Sony and Zee Entertainment Enterprises,
President nominates Satnam Singh Sandhu to Rajya Sabha
New Delhi, Jan 30 - President Droupadi Murmu nominated Chandigarh University Chancellor Satnam Singh Sandhu to Rajya Sabha on Tuesday.
Telangana CM pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Bapu Ghat
Hyderabad, Jan 30 - Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his 76th death anniversary.
Jaishankar discusses ongoing situation in West Asia with Israel
New Delhi, Jan 30 - External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has discussed the ongoing situation in West Asia with his Israeli counterpart Israel Katz.