Indian stock market opens flat, all eyes on US election
The Indian stock market opened flat on Tuesday as buying was seen in metal, auto, IT, PSU bank, and pharma sectors during early trade, with investors turning their attention to the closely fought US election. The Sensex was trading at 78,714.02 after slipping
E-commerce platforms see over Rs 1 lakh crore worth sales in India festive season
As private consumption surges in smaller cities and towns in India, driven by high pent-up demand and a wave of premiumization, e-commerce platforms registered more than Rs 1 lakh crore in gross merchandise value (GMV) during the month-long festive season. According to industry
‘Hard to quantify, but it’s pretty special’, says Rachin on NZ’s 3-0 win over India
New Zealand’s batting all-rounder Rachin Ravindra described his team’s 3-0 Test series victory over India as something special that is difficult to fully quantify. New Zealand secured a historic Test series victory in India with a dramatic 25-run win at the Wankhede Stadium
EAM Jaishankar inaugurates new consulate in Brisbane, strengthening India-Australia ties
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar inaugurated the new Consulate General of India in Brisbane, Australia, on Monday, further solidifying India-Australia relations. Jaishankar, currently on a two-nation tour, will be in Australia until November 7 and will visit Singapore on November 8. He
PM Modi and PM Mitsotakis Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening India-Greece Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis have reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing the India-Greece Strategic Partnership following a recent phone call between the two leaders. During their conversation, they explored avenues to boost bilateral cooperation in key areas such
India Plays Key Role in Finalizing G20 Consensus on Disaster Risk Reduction
A high-level Indian delegation has played a significant role in finalizing the first Ministerial declaration on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) during a G20 meeting held from October 30 to November 1, 2024, in Belem, Brazil, according to an official statement released on Saturday.
India’s Forex Reserves Reach $684.8 Billion, Gold Reserves Increase
In the week ending October 25, India’s foreign exchange reserves fell by $3.46 billion, bringing the total to $684.8 billion, as reported by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) amid ongoing selling pressure in the stock market by foreign institutional investors (FIIs) and
Dr. Krishnamurthy Subramanian outlines India’s economic vision at Chicago event
By: Vandana Jhingan In a recent event held at the Consulate in Chicago, Dr. Krishnamurthy Subramanian, India’s Executive Director at the IMF, presented insights from his book, INDIA@100 – Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse. Dr. Subramanian highlighted India’s potential to become the fastest-growing large economy
Trudeau govt officials admit to leaking ‘intel’ against India to US media
In a revelation that exposes the Justin Trudeau-led Canadian government’s campaign against India, two senior officials in Ottawa have admitted to leaking so-called intelligence on India to the American media prior to disclosing it in Canada. Nathalie Drouin, Canada’s National Security and Intelligence
India outpaces US in IPO listings with 36% global share in July-September period
India has emerged as a dominant force in the global IPO market, capturing 36% of total listings in the third quarter of 2024, significantly outpacing the US, which held a 13% share, according to a report released by EY India. The impressive performance
India sends 30 tonnes of essential medical supplies to Palestine
India has dispatched 30 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Palestine, reinforcing its commitment to support the region affected by ongoing conflict. This shipment, announced by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on October 29, includes essential life-saving drugs and anti-cancer medications. This is
India Women’s League Second Season to Kick Off in January 2025
The Indian Women’s League (IWL) is set to return for its second season in a home-and-away format, beginning on January 10, 2025. This season will see an expansion to eight teams, including last season’s champions Sreebhumi FC from West Bengal and runners-up NITA
India’s Passion for La Liga Rivals Spain’s: PM Modi on Barcelona’s Victory Over Madrid
The excitement surrounding Barcelona’s recent 4-0 victory over Real Madrid reached new heights as Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked on the intense rivalry between the two clubs, noting its popularity in India. Speaking at an event alongside Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, PM
Confident of making Indian Space Station a launching point for lunar exploration: ISRO chief
Dr. S. Somanath, Chairman of ISRO, expressed confidence in transforming the Bhartiya Antriksh Space Station into a launching point for lunar exploration, leveraging the agency’s advancements in lander technology. He shared these insights during the Sardar Patel Memorial Lecture 2024, hosted by Akashvani
Crorepati taxpayers in India increased fivefold to 2.2 lakh in the last decade
The number of crorepati taxpayers in India has surged fivefold to 2.2 lakh in the income tax assessment year (AY) 2024, compared to AY 2014, according to a new report. Over the past decade, the total number of taxpayers rose by 2.3 times
Bharat Ko Janiye online quiz launches fifth edition for Indian diaspora and foreign nationals
The Consulate General of India in Chicago has announced the launch of the 5th edition of the Bharat Ko Janiye (Know India) Quiz for 2024-25. This engaging initiative, organized by the Government of India, will take place from November 11 to December 10,
No Country Can Ignore India: Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized that India’s growing influence makes it impossible for any country, whether the US or China, to overlook its significance on the global stage. Speaking at a panel discussion titled “Bretton Woods Institutions at 80: Priorities for the
India Allocated 4.6% of GDP to Education from 2015 to 2024: UNESCO
According to a recent UNESCO report, India allocated approximately 4.1% to 4.6% of its GDP to education between 2015 and 2024. This investment aligns with the international benchmarks set by the UN’s ‘Education 2030 Framework for Action,’ which recommends that countries dedicate 4-6%
Indian D2C Jewellery Segment Secures $103 Million in Funding, Outpacing US
The Indian direct-to-consumer (D2C) jewellery sector, which boasts over 550 startups, has raised $103 million in funding so far this year, as reported on Thursday. In 2023, the total funding for the D2C jewellery segment in India reached $104 million, marking a 57%
India Can Beat Anyone, But Must Find Balance: Brett Lee
Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee believes India knows they can defeat any team in Test cricket, but emphasizes the need for the Rohit Sharma-led side to find a balance when rebuilding their innings in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Lee’s remarks come after