India: News

05 Sep 2023

Travel And Tourism

Rarest of the rare wildlife species found in India

India's biodiversity is incredibly diverse and abundant.

04 Sep 2023

Paytm

Paytm introduces Card Soundbox for merchants: Here's how it works

Paytm has launched a device called Card Soundbox in India.

04 Sep 2023

Canada

Canada: 'Khalistan referendum' event canceled amid concerns over AK-47 poster

Canadian authorities reportedly withdrew permission to hold a "Khalistan referendum" at the Tamanawis Secondary School in Surrey, a city in British Columbia, Canada, resulting in the cancellation of the event.

03 Sep 2023

Food

Indian food traditions: A comprehensive guide

India, a country with many different cultures, languages, and geographical features, has a rich and varied culinary legacy.

01 Sep 2023

Reliance Retail

Mukesh Ambani-backed Reliance Retail Ventures eyes $2.5 billion fundraiser

Reliance Retail Ventures, owned by Mukesh Ambani, is reportedly in advanced talks to raise $2.5 billion by September end, for a possible stock market listing.

01 Sep 2023

Food

The 'tea'-sing history of India's love story with chai

From celebrating togetherness to experiencing solitude, chai in India is not just any beverage but a strong emotion that makes everything better.

01 Sep 2023

GST

August GST revenues soar 11% YoY to Rs. 1.6L crore

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues for August 2023 in India have hit approximately Rs. 1.6 lakh crore. This marks a year-on-year (YoY) growth of roughly 11%.

01 Sep 2023

Aadhaar

Rs. 2,000 note exchange, free Aadhaar update: Know key deadlines

The personal finance landscape in India is set to undergo a series of changes this month.

Air travel to get costlier as jet fuel prices soar

Air travel in India may become more expensive due to a 14% hike in jet fuel prices, effective today.

01 Sep 2023

Food

Indian cuisines that are incredibly popular in foreign countries

India boasts a rich selection of cuisines that put the country on a global pedestal.

31 Aug 2023

Startups

Y Combinator removes Indian start-up from S23 batch over irregularities

Y Combinator, a leading start-up accelerator, has removed Indian healthcare start-up Medobed from its Summer 2023 (S23) batch.

31 Aug 2023

Garena Free Fire

Garena Free Fire returns to India with Dhoni as ambassador

Singapore-based Garena has unveiled Free Fire India, a battle royale game featuring content and features tailored for the Indian market.

31 Aug 2023

Google

Google's AI-powered Search comes to India with new features

Google is broadening the reach of its AI-powered Search Generative Experience (SGE) to India and Japan, offering users a conversational mode that functions like an AI chatbot.

US Congress green-lights India-US fighter jet engine deal

The United States (US) Congress on Wednesday approved a deal with India that will allow American conglomerate General Electric (GE) to jointly produce engines for military aircraft in India.

29 Aug 2023

London

Farewell after 70: London's cherished India Club to close

The India Club, which is an iconic lounge-cum-restaurant-bar in London, is closing permanently on September 17 after 70 years of service.

29 Aug 2023

Kabaddi

National Sports Day: Traditional Indian sports every GenZer must play

In a world dominated by modern sports and technology, traditional Indian sports offer Gen Zers a chance to connect with their cultural heritage.

28 Aug 2023

Travel And Tourism

Explore the most photographed tourist locations in India

India offers a treasure mine of gorgeous tourist sites that have mesmerized photographers for decades, thanks to the country's rich cultural heritage and magnificent landmarks.

I-T Department launches revamped website for ease of taxpayers

The Income Tax Department has launched a revamped website boasting a user-friendly interface, value-added functionalities, and new modules.

26 Aug 2023

Business

India imposes 20% export duty on parboiled rice

India has implemented a 20% export duty on parboiled rice in an effort to stabilize domestic prices and increase inventory, amid ongoing inflation and rising costs.

25 Aug 2023

Bharat NCAP

Bharat NCAP safety ratings, explained

India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has introduced Bharat NCAP, a voluntary crash test rating system. It is designed to enhance vehicle safety and encourage better driving practices.

23 Aug 2023

Business

India halts sugar exports amid drought; first in 7 years

India is set to halt sugar exports for the first time in seven years due to reduced cane yields caused by insufficient rainfall.

23 Aug 2023

Reliance Retail

QIA acquires 1% stake in Reliance Retail at $100bn valuation

Qatar's sovereign fund, QIA, has announced a $1 billion investment in Reliance Retail.

23 Aug 2023

Realme

How Realme 11 5G differs from 11X 5G

Realme has launched two new 5G smartphones in India, the 11 5G and 11X 5G. Both feature a MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC and a 120Hz refresh rate display.

23 Aug 2023

Snapchat

Ex-Google executive Pulkit Trivedi takes charge as Snap's India head

Snap has restructured its operations in India.

22 Aug 2023

Cryptocurrency

CoinDCX cuts workforce by 12% amid market struggles

Cryptocurrency exchange CoinDCX has laid off 12% of its workforce due to shifting business priorities and a challenging environment.

22 Aug 2023

Bharat NCAP

All you need to know about India's car safety program

India's highly anticipated Bharat NCAP crash test rating assessment program has been launched by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.

21 Aug 2023

Indian Railways

Indian Railways to launch PLI scheme to lower import dependence

Indian Railways is exploring a production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing of brakes, wheels, and transmission systems for LHB and Vande Bharat train sets.

RBI pushes for local currency in India-UAE trade

The Reserve Bank of India is encouraging local banks to settle trade transactions between the UAE and India using the Dirham (AED) or Indian Rupee (INR).

21 Aug 2023

Delhi

Tomato sales skyrocket on ONDC with 22,500 orders a month

The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has seen tremendous success, selling over 45,000kg of tomatoes within a month since introducing discounted prices.

21 Aug 2023

Royal Enfield

Royal Enfield eyes pre-owned motorcycle market with 'Reown' program

Royal Enfield recently applied for the "Royal Enfield Reown" trademark, indicating its plans to enter India's pre-owned motorcycle market.

Elections 2024: How to apply for colored voter id card

The Voter ID card serves as an important proof of identity for voting during elections in India.

21 Aug 2023

Business

India's foreign trade in H1 2023 surpasses $800 billion

India's foreign trade exceeded $800 billion during the first half of 2023, with exports of goods and services increasing by 1.5% to reach $385.4 billion.

21 Aug 2023

EPFO

EPFO membership skyrockets in June 2023; highest since August 2022

The Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) in India saw a significant surge in membership, adding 17.89 lakh members in June 2023 on a net basis.

19 Aug 2023

Latest automobiles

Team MRF Tyres clinches 2023 European Rally Championship

India's Team MRF Tyres has successfully defended its European Rally Championship (ERC) title in 2023, clinching the championship with two rounds to spare.

19 Aug 2023

Narendra Modi

LAC standoff: Major generals of India, China discuss outstanding disputes

India and China held major general-level talks on Friday to discuss the outstanding border issues, Hindustan Times reported on Saturday.

18 Aug 2023

China

Submitting fingerprint for Chinese visa not required for Indians

In a major development, the government of China has reportedly made significant changes to visa application requirements for Indian citizens.

17 Aug 2023

United Kingdom

India-UK trade: Government likely to cut duty on cars, whiskey

India and the UK are making significant progress in their trade negotiations, with both countries demonstrating flexibility on crucial matters.

Inspiring success stories of 5 Chartered Accountants (CAs)

Undoubtedly, in India, Chartered Accountancy (CA) is among the most coveted and respectable professions.

15 Apr 2019

Unacademy

#CareerBytes: 6 must-have apps for Chartered Accountancy (CA) preparation

In India, many youngsters aspire to become Chartered Accountants (CAs).