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Taliban to appoint 1st diplomat in India since 2021 takeover
The Taliban regime is set to appoint its first diplomat in New Delhi, India. This will be the first such appointment since the group took control of Afghanistan in August 2021.
Major Indian cities sinking due to over-extraction of groundwater: Study
A new study has revealed that over-extraction of groundwater is causing land subsidence in India's major cities.
Congress's Udit Raj claims family forcibly evicted from Delhi bungalow
Congress leader Udit Raj has alleged that his family was forcibly evicted from their Pandara Park bungalow in New Delhi, despite the matter being sub judice.
Australian Minister Anne Aly condemns anti-India protests: Report
Australia's first cabinet minister for Multicultural Affairs, Anne Aly, recently visited New Delhi to address concerns over anti-India protests in Australia.
No water in fire system: Politicos slam Delhi government
A massive fire, which broke out at the Brahmaputra Apartments in New Delhi on Saturday afternoon, has ignited a political storm, with opposition leaders criticizing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Delhi government for its alleged negligence.
Afghans in Pakistan should return home: Khawaja Asif
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has intensified tensions with Afghanistan by accusing it of being a "proxy of India."
First pan-India household income survey to be done next year
The Indian government is set to conduct its first nationwide household income survey in February 2026.
Kannan Gopinathan joins Congress after quitting IAS over Article-370 abrogation
Former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Kannan Gopinathan has joined the Indian National Congress party.
Afghan minister holds second presser in India, invites women journalists
Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a second press conference in New Delhi on Sunday, inviting women journalists after facing backlash for their absence in his first presser.
Trump, Sisi invite PM Modi to Gaza summit: Report
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to attend a peace summit in Sharm el-Sheik, Egypt, on Monday, according to sources quoted by The Indian Express.
Why EVs and semiconductor components are about to become costlier
The Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has warned that the ongoing trade conflict between the United States and China will likely drive up prices for electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, and semiconductor components.
Taliban says no women journalists at Muttaqi's presser 'unintentional'
The absence of female journalists at a press conference addressed by Taliban leader and Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi was unintentional, an Afghan Taliban spokesperson told CNN-News18.
Afghan minister's Delhi press meet sparks outrage, 'bans' women journalists
A press conference by Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi has sparked controversy for barring women journalists from attending.
India faces flag dilemma as Taliban minister visits India
Afghanistan's Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi arrived in India on Thursday, the first by a senior Taliban leader since the group took power in August 2021.
Stray dog bites Kenyan official at JLN Stadium
A stray dog bit a Kenyan official during the ongoing World Para Athletics Championships at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.
Shah Rukh Khan is now a billionaire!
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has debuted on the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025, with a net worth of ₹12,490 crore ($1.4 billion). This is the first time Khan has been included in this exclusive club.
These firms will invest ₹1.02L crore in India's food-processing sector
The Indian government has signed investment agreements worth ₹1.02 lakh crore with 26 domestic and global companies.
Kejriwal will get accommodation within 10 days, government assures court
The Union government has assured the Delhi High Court that Arvind Kejriwal will be allotted appropriate accommodation within 10 days.
Canada arrests Inderjit Gosal, Pannun aide and Khalistani terrorist
Inderjit Singh Gosal, a prominent Khalistani terrorist and close aide of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) founder Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has been arrested in Canada.
Trump's new H-1B visa rule causes chaos at US airports
The United States has been thrown into a tizzy after President Donald Trump raised the H-1B visa fee to $100,000 (₹88 lakh).
US revokes visas of Indian executives over fentanyl smuggling link
The United States Embassy in New Delhi has revoked and denied visas to certain Indian business executives and their families.
Trump dials PM Modi, greets him on 75th birthday
United States President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi to wish him on his 75th birthday.
OpenAI, ARISE partner to train Indian teachers in AI
OpenAI, the company behind the popular artificial intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT, has partnered with the Association for Reinventing School Education (ARISE).
India to host International Electrotechnical Commission's 89th General Meeting
India will host the 89th General Meeting (GM) of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) from September 15-19, 2025.
PM Modi arrives in Manipur, launches ₹8,500 crore projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Manipur on Saturday, his first visit since the 2023 ethnic violence that claimed over 200 lives.
OpenAI explores partnerships in India for $500B data center project
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is in talks with Indian data center firms Sify Technologies, Yotta Data Services, E2E Networks, and CtrlS Datacenters.
'Fully reciprocate his sentiments': PM Modi on Trump's friendship remarks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has responded to United States President Donald Trump's recent remarks about their friendship.
Tesla Model Y deliveries begin in India: Check prices, features
Tesla has officially started delivering its Model Y electric SUV in India.
Trump says India-US trade 'one-sided disaster' amid Modi's China visit
US President Donald Trump has criticized the trade relationship between India and the US, calling it "a totally one-sided disaster!"
BYD hits 10,000 EV deliveries in India
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD has announced a major milestone in the Indian market.
Why Delhi zoo has been closed until further notice
The National Zoological Park in New Delhi has been shut for visitors after an outbreak of avian influenza.
Why India, ASEAN are fast-tracking their trade deal review
India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have agreed to expedite talks for a review of their trade agreement.
OpenAI plans India data center under $500B Stargate project
OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, is looking to build a massive new data center in India.
PNB opens first start-up branch to support entrepreneurs
Punjab National Bank (PNB), a state-owned financial institution, has opened its first start-up-centric branch in New Delhi.
India and Australia inch closer to big trade deal
India and Australia have concluded the 11th round of negotiations toward a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA).
OpenAI to set up office in Delhi, hire local team
OpenAI, the company behind the popular artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot ChatGPT, has announced its plans to open an office in New Delhi.
Bihar voter list fraud: Thousands found registered at fake addresses
An investigative report by The Reporters' Collective has revealed major discrepancies in the electoral rolls of Bihar.
Structure next to Delhi's Humayun Tomb complex collapses; 5 killed
Five people have been killed after the roof of a room next to the historic Humayun's Tomb in New Delhi's Nizamuddin area collapsed on Friday.
ICICI Bank withdraws ₹50,000 balance rule: Check the new minimum
ICICI Bank has withdrawn its minimum balance requirement of ₹50,000 for new savings accounts. The decision comes after widespread criticism from customers.
Indian exporters face tighter loan scrutiny amid Trump's 50% tariffs
In light of US President Donald Trump's recent decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian exports, Indian banks are tightening their scrutiny of new loan applications from exporters.