India: News
23 Jan 2024
CanadaWhat does Canada's cap on international student admissions mean?
Canada on Monday announced that there will be a 35% cut in international student admissions for 2024.
23 Jan 2024
Ministry of FinanceCentre hikes import duty on gold, silver jewelery parts
The Finance Ministry has raised the import duty on gold and silver findings (small parts) and coins of precious metals from 11% to 15%, as per Reuters.
23 Jan 2024
Elon MuskElon Musk calls for UNSC reforms, supports India's permanent membership
Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, recently voiced his opinion on the need for United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reforms, calling India's lack of a permanent seat "absurd."
23 Jan 2024
LifestyleNetaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birth anniversary: Facts about his life
Among India's most renowned independence warriors, Subhas Chandra Bose had a powerful global impact.
23 Jan 2024
Stock MarketIndia is now world's fourth-largest stock market by market capitalization
India on Tuesday surpassed Hong Kong, becoming the world's fourth-largest stock market by market capitalization.
22 Jan 2024
Lifestyle5 global celebrations of fruits and vegetables
Fruits and vegetables, essential components of a healthy diet, are not only cherished for their nutritional value but also celebrated with fervor at festivals worldwide.
22 Jan 2024
ChildrenExpectant parents seek 'Mahurat' deliveries on Ram Temple consecration day
As the highly anticipated Ram Mandir consecration ceremony in Ayodhya takes place today, many expectant parents across India are eager to have their babies born on this auspicious day.
21 Jan 2024
Indian GovernmentCentre will increase capex for economic growth in Budget 2024-25
The Indian government is gearing up to focus on boosting capital expenditure (capex) in the 2024-25 Budget.
21 Jan 2024
Stock MarketFPIs pull out Rs. 13,000cr from Indian shares this January
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have pulled out a whopping Rs. 13,000 crore from Indian stocks in the first three weeks of January.
21 Jan 2024
Maruti SuzukiPassenger vehicle ASP in India rose 50% in 5 years
In the past five years, the average selling price (ASP) of passenger vehicles in India has surged by over 50%, from Rs. 7.65 lakh in 2018-19 to Rs. 11.5 lakh in 2023-24.
21 Jan 2024
MaldivesMaldives: 13-year-old dies after president denies approval for Indian plane
A 13-year-old Maldivian boy, battling a brain tumor and stroke, died on Saturday after Maldives President Mohammed Muizzu allegedly refused to allow an Indian Dornier aircraft to be used for his medical evacuation.
21 Jan 2024
SpiritualityTemple tales: 5 bizarre places of worship in India
India, a land rich in cultural and religious diversity, is home to a multitude of temples, each with its unique charm and significance.
20 Jan 2024
MyanmarNearly 600 Myanmar soldiers enter India, Mizoram alerts Centre
As the conflict between Myanmar's military regime and rebel forces escalates, nearly 600 Myanmar Army soldiers have sought refuge in India.
20 Jan 2024
KhalistaniCzech court rules Nikhil Gupta can be extradited to US
An appeals court in the Czech Republic has ruled that Prague can extradite Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national, to the United States (US).
19 Jan 2024
WeddingsDecoding Indian wedding traditions and rituals
Indian weddings are a mesmerizing blend of tradition, luxury, and profound emotions. The diverse customs and rituals add a unique touch, making these celebrations truly extraordinary.
19 Jan 2024
Ashwini VaishnawFirst made-in-India chip to launch in December: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that India's first domestically produced semiconductor chip will be launched in December 2024.
19 Jan 2024
Unique Identification Authority of IndiaUIDAI issues new rules for Aadhaar updation: Check here
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has updated its guidelines for amending Aadhaar card information, making it easier for cardholders to update their details.
18 Jan 2024
BusinessHaldiram's wants to acquire majority stake in Prataap Snacks
Haldiram's, a leading Indian snack manufacturer, is in preliminary talks to acquire a majority stake in competitor Prataap Snacks, a company valued at $350 million.
18 Jan 2024
TeslaTesla's India entry stalled as local firms resist lower duties
Tesla's ambitious plans to enter the Indian market are stalled again, as the government has not yet agreed to reduce import taxes on electric vehicles (EVs).
18 Jan 2024
SamsungSamsung Galaxy S24 series starts in India at Rs. 79,999
Samsung unveiled its Galaxy S24 smartphone series at its Unpacked event yesterday.
17 Jan 2024
ManipurManipur: IRB personnel killed in fresh violence in Moreh
A Manipur Police commando was on Wednesday killed in an attack by assailants in Moreh, a border town located 110km from Imphal district.
17 Jan 2024
Workplace88% employees in India plan to switch jobs: LinkedIn
The job market is getting tougher day by day in the face of economic uncertainty but professionals are ready to switch jobs.
17 Jan 2024
Galwan ValleyMore incidents of skirmishes between Indian, Chinese troops surface: Report
New details have emerged about previously undisclosed confrontations between Indian and Chinese forces along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the Firstpost reported.
16 Jan 2024
DelhiFlight canceled or delayed? Know your rights as a passenger
Foggy weather in Delhi-NCR has caused significant disruptions at Indira Gandhi International Airport, with over 100 flights affected or delayed.
16 Jan 2024
World Economic ForumIndia to hit $5tn economy before 2028: Hardeep Singh Puri
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is confident that India can become a $5 trillion economy well before the previously estimated year of 2028.
15 Jan 2024
AgricultureHarvesting progress: Global perspective on genetically modified crops
The global agricultural landscape has witnessed a profound transformation with the introduction of genetically modified (GM) crops.
15 Jan 2024
National Highways Authority Of India (NHAI)FASTags with incomplete KYC to be deactivated post-January 31
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced that banks will deactivate FASTags with valid balances but incomplete 'Know Your Customer' (KYC) after January 31, 2024.
15 Jan 2024
NITI Aayog24.8cr Indians escaped poverty in past 9 years: NITI Aayog
In the past nine years, India has made impressive strides in the fight against poverty.
15 Jan 2024
MaldivesIndia-Maldives row: Film body urges filmmakers to boycott Maldives
Amid the ongoing political diplomatic crisis between India and Maldives, the All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has urged Indian filmmakers to halt movie shoots there.
15 Jan 2024
InflationWholesale inflation rises to 9-month high in December: Here's why
India saw a surge in wholesale inflation, hitting a nine-month high of 0.73% in December 2023, as per the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
15 Jan 2024
Lok Sabha ElectionsMayawati announces BSP to contest Lok Sabha elections solo
Mayawati, the leader of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), has declared that her party will contest solo in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, without forming any pre-poll alliances.
15 Jan 2024
IndiaIndiGo passenger detained for assaulting pilot
A passenger on board a Delhi to Goa flight of IndiGo Airlines was detained for allegedly assaulting the plane's pilot after a purported delay of 13 hours due to foggy conditions on Sunday evening.
15 Jan 2024
MaldivesExplained: Why are Indian troops in Maldives
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Sunday asked India to remove its military presence from the island nation.
15 Jan 2024
World Economic ForumRed Sea crisis to spike India's oil prices: WEF chief
World Economic Forum (WEF) President Borge Brende said that the escalating tensions in the Red Sea - due to the attacks on merchant ships by Yemen's Houthi rebels - could hike oil prices in India.
14 Jan 2024
FoodSpice story: India's flavorful heritage
India, often hailed as the "land of spices," boasts a rich and aromatic tapestry of flavors that has captivated the world for centuries.
12 Jan 2024
InflationRetail inflation in India rises to 5.69% in December 2023
India experienced a surge in retail inflation, reaching a four-month high of 5.69% in December 2023, as reported by the Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
12 Jan 2024
Industrial PolicyIndia's industrial output falls to 2.4% in November 2023
India's industrial growth took a hit in November 2023, dropping to 2.4% from October's impressive 16-month high of 11.6%.
12 Jan 2024
CancerIndia set to launch HPV vaccination campaign for girls: Report
The government is preparing to launch a human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive for girls in the age group of 9-14 years, The Indian Express reported.
11 Jan 2024
HP LaptopsHP's latest laptop shown at CES 2024, debuts in India
The HP Omen 16 gaming laptop has made its debut in India. To recall, it broke cover at CES 2024.
11 Jan 2024
SoftBank GroupSoftBank to resume investing in Indian start-ups this year
SoftBank is gearing up to invest in Indian start-ups once more after an 18-month hiatus, according to Sumer Juneja, Head of India and EMEA at SoftBank Investment Advisers.
