"India has unexplored and unattended to opportunities": Warren Buffet
Washington | May 5, 2024 2:30:22 PM IST
Legendary investor and Berkshire Hathaway Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett is bullish on India. Presiding over the company's annual meeting on Sunday, the nonagenarian investor said there are loads of opportunities in India.... read..
India extends duty-free import of yellow peas by four months
New Delhi | May 5, 2024 2:30:10 PM IST
India has extended the timeline for duty-free imports of yellow peas by four more months until October 2024, according to an official notification.... read..
Foreign portfolio investors return as buyers in Indian stock market
New Delhi | May 5, 2024 10:30:39 AM IST
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have again returned as net buyers in the Indian stock market in May. Till May 3, they bought equities worth Rs 1,156 crore in India, data from National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) showed.... read..
India's forex reserves decline for third consecutive week
New Delhi | May 5, 2024 10:30:34 AM IST
India's foreign exchange reserves declined for the third week, after having risen for the seventh straight week to hit an all-time high of USD 648.562 billion.... read..
Proud to be working with Indian government, people for 75 years: UNICEF India representative McCaffrey
By Ila SankrityayanNew Delhi | May 5, 2024 12:29:39 AM IST
UNICEF India representative Cynthia McCaffrey has said the organisation is very proud to be working with the government and people of India for the past 75 years and the programmes in India are "one of our biggest and most important".... read..
Shreyasi best-placed Indian player after day one of Trap qualification in Baku
New Delhi | May 5, 2024 12:29:37 AM IST
Shreyasi Singh shot a three-round total of 69, to be currently placed eighth in the women's trap competition of the ongoing International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup in Baku on Saturday, the best return for an Indian shooter across the men'... read..
Reports claiming high pesticide residue on Indian herbs, spices "false and malicious": FSSAI
New Delhi | May 5, 2024 2:30:28 PM IST
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) refuted media reports claiming that it allowed higher pesticide residues in herbs and spices.... read..
India's Panchayati Raj system highlights strides made in women's leadership: Ruchira Kamboj
New York | May 4, 2024 5:30:31 AM IST
India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, shed light on the remarkable progress made in women's leadership within India's Panchayati Raj system, saying, "India prides itself on a unique system of rural governance known as the Panchayati ... read..
Anticipated above-normal Southwest monsoon brings hope for India's agricultural sector: Geojit report
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:29:51 PM IST
Multiple meteorological organizations are anticipating abundant rainfall during this year's southwest monsoon season in the Indian subcontinent.... read..
Jaishankar rejects US President Biden's remarks, says, "India not xenophobic, but very open and welcoming"
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:29:43 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has rejected recent remarks by US President Joe Biden describing India as "xenophobic" and emphasised that the country has been open and welcoming to people from diverse societies.... read..
Startup funding in India declined by 17 per cent in FY24
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:29:25 PM IST
The startup funding in India registered a decline of 17 per cent in FY 24 as compared to the previous year.... read..
Indian warship helps Pakistani crew onboard Iranian fishing vessel
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:29:21 PM IST
Indian Navy has responded to a distress call and provided critical medical assistance to a Pakistani crew member onboard an Iranian fishing vessel Al Rahmani, an Indian Navy spokesperson said.... read..
Hockey India announces Junior Men's Hockey team for Europe tour
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:29:15 PM IST
Hockey India announced the Junior Men's Hockey Team that will tour Europe between the 20th and 29th of May.... read..
IBM expands software availability to 92 countries in AWS Marketplace, including India
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 4, 2024 2:29:09 PM IST
IBM has announced an expansion in the availability of its software portfolio, making it accessible in 92 countries through the AWS (Amazon Web Services) Marketplace.... read..
Chandigarh University becomes India's first university to offer Harvard University collaborative program in Business Management
| May 4, 2024 2:29:04 PM IST
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Canadian Politician Jagmeet Singh alleges India hand in Nijjar killing despite police not giving any such proof
Ottawa | May 4, 2024 11:30:33 AM IST
Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has again alleged an Indian government hand in the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar despite police personnel not giving any evidence of any link to India's involvement in t... read..
Google Doodle pays tribute to India's first woman wrestler Hamida Banu
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 11:30:30 AM IST
Google on Saturday paid tribute to Hamida Banu, considered as India's first woman wrestler.... read..
Delegates from 23 countries arrive to watch Lok Sabha elections in India
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:30:13 PM IST
The Election Commission of India has invited 75 international visitors from election management bodies (EMBs) of 23 countries to watch the world's largest elections unfold.... read..
Canada: Indian couple, their grandchild killed in multi-vehicle accident
Whitby (Ontario) | May 4, 2024 5:30:35 AM IST
An Indian couple and their grandchild were among four people who lost their lives in a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Whitby on Monday.... read..
"BJP is in depression," RJD's Tejashwi Yadav says India bloc will form government on June 4
Darbhanga (Bihar) | May 4, 2024 2:29:07 PM IST
Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav took a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bihar said that the BJP leaders are in depression and on June 4, INDIA alliance will form the government.... read..
India to replace military personnel from Maldives by May 10
Male | May 4, 2024 3:30:42 AM IST
India and Maldives held the 4th meeting of the bilateral High-Level Core Group on Friday and reviewed the replacement of Indian military personnel from the Island nation by May 10 and noted that government will replace military personnel before the noted ... read..
Nijjar murder remains "very much under active investigation"; 3 Indian nationals arrested: Canada police
Surrey (British Columbia) | May 4, 2024 3:30:38 AM IST
The Canadian Police have arrested and charged three individuals in connection with the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, amid ongoing investigations into alleged connections to the Indian government.... read..
Elon Musk's Tesla sues Indian company for infringement of trademark, Delhi HC issues notice
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 12:01:53 AM IST
Elon Musk's carmaker Tesla Inc. has filed a suit against an Indian battery maker for alleged infringement of trademark and unfair trade competition by using the brand name "Tesla Power" to promote its products. The suit seeks an injunction and damages aga... read..
Mumbai Indians' story is finished in IPL 2024, says Irfan Pathan
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 11:29:54 AM IST
Following Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) 24-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Wankhede Stadium, former cricketer Irfan Pathan said the hosts' "story is finished" in the ongoing season of the T20 tournament.... read..
India, Australia review progress on CECA negotiations, discuss way forward for its completion
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 8:30:40 PM IST
India and Australia have held discussions under the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) negotiations between the two countries to review the progress made after nine rounds and the way forward for its completion to reach a balanced outcome... read..
India, Sweden welcome progress in bilateral cooperation, stress on need to focus on emerging technologies
Stockholm | May 4, 2024 2:28:56 PM IST
India and Sweden held the 7th session of Foreign Office Consultations in Stockholm on Friday and welcomed the progress in all areas of bilateral cooperation and deliberated on the way forward in priority sectors of innovation and sustainability, trade and... read..
IPL 2024: A look at how Hardik Pandya's Mumbai Indians can still qualify for playoffs
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 4:30:27 PM IST
In the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 standings Hardik Pandya-led Mumbai Indians (MI) stand in ninth place with six points and a net run rate of -0356 after winning just 3 of 11 matches in the tournament. After displaying a poor performance in t... read..
J-K: Kashmir organises All India Hoteliers Federation conclave after 38 yrs
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | May 4, 2024 11:29:45 PM IST
All India Hoteliers Federation organised a conclave after thirty-eight years to promote tourism in Kashmir.... read..
"PM Modi's govt will never compromise when it comes to national security": Jaishankar on India-China borders' clashes
Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | May 4, 2024 10:31:07 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that India has "very strongly countered" China by deploying thousands of troops along LAC and emphasised that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government will never compromise when it comes to nationa... read..
Indian Army organizes one-day training program called Continuous Medical Education for troops in Tawang
Senge (Arunachal Pradesh) | May 4, 2024 10:31:03 PM IST
The Indian Army organized a one-day training program called Continuous Medical Education for the troops (CME), paramedics, and paramilitary serving in Tawang region of Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday.... read..
"Congress has habit of using and throwing away": Jyotiraditya Scindia
Guna (Madhya Pradesh) | May 4, 2024 8:30:45 PM IST
Lambasting PCC Chief Jitu Patwari for his "derogatory" remark against a Dalit woman BJP leader, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Friday that the Congress doesn't respect women and has a habit of "using and throwing away."... read..
Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships 2024: India's Akash, Vishvanath, Nikhil, Preet storm into finals
Astana | May 4, 2024 8:30:28 PM IST
Four Indian boxers Akash Gorkha, Vishvanath Suresh, Nikhil and Preet Malik advanced into the U-22 men's finals at the ASBC Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships 2024 in Astana, Kazakhstan on Saturday.... read..
India lifts ban on onion exports after robust production
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 7:30:48 PM IST
India lifted the restrictions on onion exports from Friday. The decision comes on the heels of robust kharif crop production in 2024 and favourable monsoon forecasts, coupled with stable market conditions both at the mandi and retail levels.... read..
India emerged as the most preferred market for tech giants: Apple CEO Tim Cook
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 7:30:32 PM IST
India has become a key market for global tech giants, with a burgeoning developer base attracting significant attention. Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, expressed his contentment with India's growing developer community, underlining Apple's holistic approach cove... read..
"Congress, INDIA bloc secured massive victory" : Jairam Ramesh after Centre lifts ban on onion exports
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 7:29:30 PM IST
Congress General Secretary in-charge Communications, Jairam Ramesh on Saturday claimed that INDIA bloc has secured massive victory for the Kisans of India after the Centre was forced to revoke its "mindless ban on onion export".... read..
India and China added 60 percent of global central bank gold purchase in March
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 4:30:55 PM IST
The Reserve Bank of India added 5 tons of Gold to its reserves during March. The gold reserves of the central banks worldwide reported a net increase in their gold reserves.... read..
Kareena Kapoor appointed National Ambassador by UNICEF India; says children need a voice, like to be heard
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 9:30:05 PM IST
Kareena Kapoor Khan is among the most popular names in Bollywood. Apart from being a reputed actor, she has also worked for social causes. Today, UNICEF India appointed her as its National Ambassador.... read..
"They unilaterally took some measures": EAM Jaishankar on Nepal introducing new Rs 100 currency note featuring disputed Indian territories
Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | May 4, 2024 7:29:23 PM IST
Contesting Nepal's decision to introduce a new Rs 100 currency note featuring disputed Indian territories External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that New Delhi's position is very clear adding that Kathmandu unilaterally took some measures on their si... read..
Indian Icon Awards 2024: A Night of Glitz, Recognition, and Inspiration!
| May 4, 2024 7:29:32 PM IST
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Saviynt Appoints Sanjeevi Kumar to Expand its Sales Footprint in India
| May 4, 2024 7:29:36 PM IST
PNN... read..
UP CM Yogi Adityanath campaigns for Jyotiraditya Scindia, calls him 'charioteer of development'
Ashoknagar (Madhya Pradesh) | May 4, 2024 7:29:54 PM IST
Campaigning for the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 has now reached its final stage and the candidates are leaving no stone unturned to woo the voters.... read..
IFSC Authority permits Foreign Portfolio Investors to issue derivative instruments with Indian securities
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 7:30:15 PM IST
The International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) Authority has granted permission to IFSC Banking Units, registered with SEBI as Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs), to issue derivative Instruments with Indian securities as underlying assets in the GIFT-... read..
Hydrogen Technology Expo 2024: Nornickel presents palladium developments for India's hydrogen industry
| May 3, 2024 3:01:15 PM IST
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"I am not minister, leader for you but member of your family," says Jyotiraditya Scindia in MP's Guna
Guna (Madhya Pradesh) | May 3, 2024 5:01:02 PM IST
Election campaigning for the third phase of Lok Sabha elections has now reached its final stage and the candidates are leaving no stone unturned to woo the voters.... read..
President "respects" his allies, partners: White House defends Biden calling Japan, India 'xenophobic'
Washington, DC | May 3, 2024 1:59:19 AM IST
Hours after President Joe Biden termed India, Japan and other nations, "xenophobic," the White House clarified the President's intentions, emphasising his "respect" for allies and partners.... read..
ICC issue annual team rankings; India lead both white-ball formats while Aussies take top spot in Tests
Dubai | May 3, 2024 5:01:15 PM IST
The International Cricket Council (ICC) issued the annual team rankings update on Friday, with Australia taking the top spot in Test cricket and India maintaining supremacy in both white-ball formats.... read..
India, Netherlands hold Foreign Office Consultations, agree to further strengthen bilateral ties
Hague | May 3, 2024 5:00:37 PM IST
India and the Netherlands held the 12th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) on Thursday in Hague and agreed to further strengthen bilateral ties by focusing on new and emerging technologies like semiconductors and green hydrogen.... read..
Indian stock markets have given higher returns than Gold and FDs in FY24
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 3, 2024 5:00:34 PM IST
Indian stock markets have generated an impressive performance during the FY 2023-24. The Nifty 50 index delivered a substantial return of 29 percent in FY 24.... read..
Rakuten India Announces the 4th Edition of RPC '24
| May 3, 2024 5:00:22 PM IST
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Global Indian Diaspora Paves the Way for International Trade and Investment: Insights Shared at Indian Achievers' Forum's Webinar
| May 3, 2024 5:00:19 PM IST
PNN... read..
South Indian Bank sets History with a record Net Profit of Rs 1,070 Crore and recommends Dividend of 30 per cent
| May 3, 2024 5:00:04 PM IST
PRNewswire... read..