India: News

India, officially known as the Republic of India is the 7th largest country in the world and the 2nd most populous with a population of 1.2 billion people, and is expected to take over China’s population by 2022. Located in South Asia, India is surrounded by Indian Ocean in the South, Bay of Bengal on the southeast, and the Arabian Sea on the southwest.

18 Mar 2024

Indian Government

Indian government close to finalizing deep tech start-up policy

The Indian government is establishing a dedicated policy to foster the growth of deep technology start-ups, as per Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

18 Mar 2024

Hero MotoCorp

Indian motorcycle sales skyrocket in February: Hero, Bajaj, and more

The motorcycle market in India saw a remarkable upswing in sales in February 2024.

18 Mar 2024

WhatsApp

WhatsApp working on feature to scan UPI QR codes

WhatsApp is rolling out an exciting new feature in its latest beta update for Android, version 2.24.7.3, available via the Google Play Beta Program.

18 Mar 2024

China

India is now the third-biggest smartphone exporter to US

India's smartphone shipments to the United States have witnessed a remarkable upswing, hitting $3.53 billion between April-December of this fiscal year, per government data.

17 Mar 2024

OnePlus

Is OnePlus planning to withdraw from Indian smart TV market?

OnePlus has removed the TV and Displays sections from its official Indian website.

17 Mar 2024

Retail Sector

India's retail job applications witnessed 8% rise in 2023

In 2023, retail job applications in India saw an increase of 8% compared to the previous year, as per data from recruitment firm WorkIndia.

17 Mar 2024

China

India emerges as new toy manufacturing hub for global brands

India's toy industry has seen a significant surge between FY15 and FY23, with exports skyrocketing by 239% and imports dropping by 52%.

15 Mar 2024

Business

India's trade deficit climbs to $18.71 billion, exports also rise 

India's Commerce Ministry announced today that the country's merchandise trade deficit had grown to $18.71 billion in February 2024, up from $17.49 billion the previous month.

15 Mar 2024

Latest Cars

India's Maruti WagonR sales outperformed Pakistan's auto market this February

In February 2024, India's automotive market witnessed a significant surge in sales, outperforming its Pakistani counterpart.

13 Mar 2024

Food

Vada pav grabs 19th spot in world's 50 best sandwiches

Mumbai's renowned street food, vada pav, has garnered international acclaim by earning a position on the esteemed "World's Top 50 Best Sandwiches" list.

US needs highly qualified professionals from India, says Congressman 

Pennsylvania Congressman Matt Cartwright has voiced support for eliminating the 7% country quota on Green Cards, acknowledging the importance of highly skilled professionals from India.

13 Mar 2024

Arunachal Pradesh

Indian states with restricted travel for Indians

In India, each state operates independently with its language, culture, and governance. While citizens enjoy constitutional freedom of movement, some states impose travel restrictions.

12 Mar 2024

Maldives

Indian troops begin withdrawing from Maldives after Muizzu's order

India has begun pulling out military personnel from the Maldives, following orders from the island nation's new president, Mohamed Muizzu.

11 Mar 2024

Narendra Modi

Modi announces successful testing of Agni-5 missile with MIRV technology

India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is celebrating the successful first flight test of the Agni-5 missile.

11 Mar 2024

Bajaj Auto

Everything we know about Bajaj Auto's CNG bike in India

The highly anticipated Bajaj CNG bike, slated for a 2024 launch, has been spotted during testing alongside a Bajaj Platina 110.

10 Mar 2024

Electric Vehicles

No special treatment for Tesla or any other company: Goyal

India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal said that the nation will welcome all global electric vehicle manufacturers to establish operations in India.

10 Mar 2024

Narendra Modi

'Watershed moment': PM Modi hails India, EFTA trade agreement

India has signed a free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which includes Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.

10 Mar 2024

Narendra Modi

India's intervention made Russia abandon nuclear strikes on Ukraine: Report

India and China might have played a key role in preventing Russia from using nuclear weapons in 2022 during its war with Ukraine, CNN reported, citing United States (US) officials.

Government initiatives in India to empower women

Each year on March 8th, we commemorate International Women's Day, dedicated to recognizing the remarkable accomplishments of women in various spheres, including social, economic, cultural, and political domains.

08 Mar 2024

Mauritius

Maha Shivratri celebrations across South Asia

Maha Shivratri is a sacred Hindu festival celebrated annually with immense fervor and devotion.

08 Mar 2024

Maha Shivratri

Places to witness the majesty of Mahashivratri

Maha Shivratri, a great night dedicated to Lord Shiva, is an auspicious occasion celebrated with fervor and devotion across the Indian subcontinent.

07 Mar 2024

Indonesia

After UAE, India signs local currency trade agreement with Indonesia

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Bank Indonesia (BI) have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to foster cross-border transactions using local currencies.

07 Mar 2024

IIT Madras

Everything we know about India's first flying taxi service

India's first flying taxi, the e200, is set to make its debut flight in October-November, according to Professor Satya Chakravarthy.

07 Mar 2024

Tinder

Tinder, Yuvaa join hands for free online course on consent

Tinder has teamed up with youth-focused media group Yuvaa to introduce "Let's Talk Consent," an online self-paced course accessible on Coursera.

07 Mar 2024

Miss India

Who is Sini Shetty? Miss World finalist representing India

Sini Shetty, India's representative in the 71st Miss World Pageant, has gracefully made it to the Top 20 and is among the Top 5 from Asia and Oceania region.

06 Mar 2024

Kia Motors

Everything we know about Kia's Toyota Hilux rival in India

Kia Motors has teased the arrival of its first-ever pick-up truck, possibly named the Tasman.

India to become upper-middle-income nation by 2031: What it means 

India's economy is on track to grow by 6.8% in FY25 and achieve upper-middle-income status by 2031, as per rating agency CRISIL.

05 Mar 2024

Kawasaki

Kawasaki Vulcan S available with massive discount: Check deal

Kawasaki is offering a substantial discount of Rs. 60,000 on the Vulcan S cruiser in India, through its Good Times Voucher scheme.

05 Mar 2024

China

5% growth target: How China aims to transform its economy

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has announced an economic growth target of 5% for 2024, emphasizing plans to transform China's development approach and address risks caused by failing property developers and debt-ridden cities.

04 Mar 2024

Ather Energy

Ather Energy's electric scooters up in flames inside truck

A shocking video has emerged online, revealing at least four Ather Energy electric scooters engulfed in flames inside a transport truck.

Moody's raises India's GDP growth forecast for 2024 to 6.8%

Moody's Investors Service has raised India's GDP growth forecast for 2024 to 6.8%, up from 6.1% predicted in November 2023, due to increased government capital spending and a thriving manufacturing sector.

04 Mar 2024

Smartphones

Samsung, Apple's contract manufacturers to get Rs. 4,400cr under PLI 

Apple's three contract manufacturers, along with Samsung and local electronics company Dixon Technologies, are set to receive over Rs. 4,400 crore to meet production targets in FY23 under India's production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for smartphones.

03 Mar 2024

Latest Cars

With robust demand, auto market grew significantly last month: Report

With a robust rise in demand, India's automotive market saw impressive growth in February 2024.

02 Mar 2024

Germany

Extreme poverty in India below 3%: World Poverty Clock

India is making significant strides in reducing extreme poverty, with less than 3% of its population living below the extreme poverty threshold of $1.9 (PPP) a day, the World Poverty Clock reported.

01 Mar 2024

GST

February GST collections rise 12.5% YoY to Rs. 1.68L crore

India's finance ministry reported that the goods and services tax (GST) collection for February 2024, reached Rs. 1.68 lakh crore, a 12.5% increase compared to the same period last year.

Over 97% of Rs. 2,000 notes returned, says RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revealed that over 97% of the Rs. 2,000 notes, which were removed from circulation in May 2023, have been returned.

01 Mar 2024

LPG Cylinder

Prices of commercial LPG cylinders now up by Rs. 25

Starting today (March 1), government-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have increased the prices of 19kg commercial LPG gas cylinders by Rs. 25.

29 Feb 2024

Russia

India seeks alternative oil exporters amid US sanctions on Russia

India's crude oil trade with Russia is facing challenges due to stricter enforcement of US sanctions, causing refineries to explore alternative suppliers, as reported by The Economic Times.

India's GDP grows by 8.4% in October-December quarter

The Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has revealed the gross domestic product (GDP) figures for the October-December quarter.

28 Feb 2024

IKEA

'Stores in major Indian cities': IKEA CEO outlines expansion strategy

In an interview with CNBC-TV18, IKEA CEO Jesper Brodin discussed the company's ambitious expansion plans in India.

27 Feb 2024

Technology

Over 50% of India's 820M Internet users from rural areas

India's internet user base has skyrocketed to over 800 million, with a whopping 86% of them enjoying audio and video content through over-the-top (OTT) services, as per the Internet in India Report 2023.

27 Feb 2024

IIT Madras

IIT Madras researchers patent Indian spices-based treatment for cancer 

IIT Madras researchers have patented a groundbreaking cancer treatment using Indian spices, with plans to make it available by 2028.

26 Feb 2024

Mahindra

Mahindra's 5-door Thar to arrive here in Q2 FY2025

Mahindra is gearing up to launch its much-awaited five-door Thar SUV in India in Q2 FY2025. It will rival the Maruti Suzuki Jimny.

India, US discuss extradition, mobility of students and professionals

India and the United States (US) on Friday held their 11th Consular Dialogue in New Delhi.

23 Feb 2024

S Jaishankar

India, China's biggest challenge is arriving at equilibrium: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday that one of the biggest challenges for India and its arch-rival China will be achieving equilibrium and then maintaining it.

23 Feb 2024

Greece

Language legacies: Discovering the ancient roots of five spoken tongues

In the web of human history, languages emerge as enduring threads, preserving cultures, narratives, and identities that transcend time.

22 Feb 2024

Education

Positive impact of overseas education on Indian youth

It feels amazing to live in a sea of culture, values, and opportunities in India, but there's an ocean waiting to be explored by its youth.

22 Feb 2024

China

Chinese 'research vessel' to arrive in Male amid India-Maldives tensions 

Amid escalating tensions between India and the Maldives, a Chinese research vessel—Xiang Yang Hong 03—is set to dock in the Maldivian capital Male on Thursday.

21 Feb 2024

Reliance Industries

Reliance-backed consortium to roll out 'Hanooman' AI models this March

A groundbreaking collaboration between Reliance Industries and India's leading engineering institutions, will unveil the 'Hanooman' series of Indic language models next month.

21 Feb 2024

China

21st round of India-China Corps Commander talks held, no breakthrough

The 21st Corps Commander Level Meeting between India and China took place on Monday at the Chushul-Moldo border meeting point.

21 Feb 2024

Employment

India Inc's projected salary hike for 2024 lower than 2023

India's corporate world is expected to offer a 9.5% average salary increase in 2024, slightly lower than the 9.7% raise provided in 2023, as reported by consulting firm Aon.

ISRO successfully tests CE20 cryogenic engine for Gaganyaan mission

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone in its Gaganyaan mission, which aims to send Indian astronauts to space.

21 Feb 2024

Cybersecurity

CERT-In probing potential data breaches at India's PMO and EPFO

India's government is looking into potential data breaches involving the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).

21 Feb 2024

Manipur

Exploring the primordial Longpi pottery

Longpi pottery, a treasure originating from the serene village of Longpi situated in Manipur, holds a special place in the hearts of art lovers.

20 Feb 2024

Agriculture Ministry

Centre extends onion export ban till March 31: Here's why 

The Indian government has extended the onion export ban until March 31, 2024, to ensure domestic availability and stabilize prices.

20 Feb 2024

Agriculture

Neem Summit: Objectives, theme, and importance

On February 19 and 20, 2024, a collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)-Central Agroforestry Research Institute, Jhansi, brought forth the Neem Summit & Global Neem Trade Fair.

19 Feb 2024

Farmers

How Purple Revolution is benefiting farmers in India

In recent years, India has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its agricultural sector, largely propelled by technological innovations and shifting paradigms.

16 Feb 2024

Business

India's LNG imports surged by 26% in January: Here's why

India registered 26% surge in liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports this January compared to the same time last year, thanks to a decline in global prices boosting domestic demand.

16 Feb 2024

Street Food

Kulhad chronicles: Exploring the cultural impact of kulhad in India

In India, the use of clay glasses, or kulhad, has deep cultural and historical importance.

15 Feb 2024

China

Bharat Mart: All about India's mega project in UAE

India is planning to establish its own warehousing facility Bharat Mart in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

15 Feb 2024

HP Laptops

HP launches desktop you can use on the move

HP has launched the Envy Move, a sleek and portable all-in-one desktop system, in India.

14 Feb 2024

Assam

Exploring vulnerable and endangered birds in India

India, with its rich biodiversity, is a sanctuary for countless species of birds. However, alongside this natural wealth comes the looming threat of habitat loss, climate change, pollution, and illegal poaching.

14 Feb 2024

West Bengal

Basant Panchami: Celebrating traditions and rituals

Basant Panchami, also known as Saraswati Puja in many parts of India, marks the onset of the spring season and is celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm across the country.

12 Feb 2024

Narendra Modi

PM Modi to visit Qatar after Indian Navy veterans' release

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Qatar on Wednesday (February 14) after concluding his two-day United Arab Emirates (UAE) visit.

12 Feb 2024

Weddings

Valentine's vows: Five unique Indian spots for spring wedding bliss

As lovebirds increasingly choose Indian destinations under PM Modi's "Wed in India" initiative, the prospect of tying the knot this Valentine's Day amidst the vibrant beauty of the subcontinent has gained unprecedented momentum.