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UP CM Yogi Adityanath attends 54th Annual Conference of Indian Society of Nephrology, says today state among top 3 in country

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 1:48:41 AM IST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the 54th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Nephrology on Thursday. He said that today UP is a revenue-surplus state and among the top three states in the country.... read..
 

Troovy, the healthy snacks brand co-founded by an 8-year-old, launches the Snackmakers Challenge -- India's biggest kids-led snack revolution

| December 18, 2025 10:18:51 AM IST
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India-Oman FTA likely to boost industrial exports as current tariffs range up to 100%: GTRI

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:18:52 PM IST
The proposed India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is expected to significantly boost India's industrial exports, as import duties in Oman currently range from zero to as high as 100 per cent on select products, according to a rep... read..
 

What is good for the Indian economy will eventually be good for the U.S. economy, says Executive Vice Chairman of NASDAQ

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2025 12:18:46 PM IST
India and the United States are strengthening their trade and investment ties as both nations look for new ways to grow their economies together. The growth of the Indian economy is also viewed as a benefit for the United States. Edward Knight, Executive ... read..
 

Indian Army introduces photography training course for youth at GDC Banihal

Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 18, 2025 12:18:44 PM IST
The Indian Army organised a photography cadre at Government Degree College, Banihal, Ramban on Thursday to promote creative & technical skills among youth.... read..
 

India-Afghanistan hold discussions to strengthen cooperation in traditional medicine

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 11:48:55 AM IST
Afghan Public Health Minister Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali held a meeting with MoS Prataprao Jadhav to discuss enhancing cooperation in traditional medicine systems between India and Afghanistan. They also focused on exploring pathways for mutual cooperation... read..
 

Invesco cautiously optimistic on India's 2026 growth despite equity market volatility

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 11:48:47 AM IST
Despite equity market underperformance triggered by geopolitical tensions, global investment firm Invesco has expressed cautious optimism on India's economic outlook for 2026, citing progress on domestic reforms, scope for improved US-India relations and ... read..
 

"Could have said this in India": AAP Leader Saurabh Bhardwaj on Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Indian manufacturing in Germany

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 9:18:45 AM IST
Reacting to Rahul Gandhi's visit to the BMW factory in Munich, Aam Aadmi Party's Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj remarked that the Congress leader "could have said this even while being here in India." He cited falling exports and a depreciating rupee as ev... read..
 

"New definition of Aravalli, threat to North India's future, Centre must reconsider": Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 18, 2025 9:49:05 AM IST
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Thursday expressed support for the #SaveAravalli campaign, changing his social media display picture (DP) to show solidarity. He said that this was not just a symbolic change of photo but a protest against t... read..
 

"India has leverage to tell Russia it is on wrong path": Estonian FM

By Aditya Prakash

Tallinn | December 18, 2025 7:18:49 AM IST
Estonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Margus Tsahkna, has said that India can play a meaningful role in influencing Russia over its war against Ukraine, citing Delhi's strong economic ties with Moscow and its shared commitment to the principles of the Un... read..
 

'In the last 11 years, India has changed its economic DNA': PM Modi at India-Oman Business Forum

Muscat | December 18, 2025 12:48:49 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the India-Oman Business Forum on Thursday and highlighted the several reforms which India has initiated in the last 11 years that have made it one of the most competitive markets in the world. Highlighting the ... read..
 

India-Oman CEPA to deepen economic engagement in Gulf Region

Muscat | December 18, 2025 12:48:54 PM IST
India is set to sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Oman, marking an important step in strengthening India's economic engagement with the Gulf region.... read..
 

Domestic growth to support India's auto loan asset-backed-securities performance in 2026: Fitch Ratings

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:48:59 PM IST
Fitch Ratings has maintained a 'Neutral' outlook for India's auto loan asset-backed securities (ABS) sector for 2026, citing expectations of stable asset performance supported by resilient domestic economic growth.... read..
 

India's goods exports likely to contract by 1% in FY26, service exports too slowed: Report

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 10:48:38 AM IST
India's goods exports are expected to contract by around 1 per cent in FY26, compared to a marginal growth registered last year, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings.... read..
 

"We do love the sport, but perhaps not enough to support our own players": Jhingan laments over state of Indian football amid Messi tour hype

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 10:19:15 AM IST
Indian footballer Sandesh Jhingan expressed concerns over the money spent over Argentina football icon Lionel Messi's 'GOAT India Tour', while the Indian domestic football tournaments, Indian Super League (ISL) and I-League, struggle to find sponsorship b... read..
 

Indian share market opens lower amid global sell-off, but Nifty IT surge 1 % despite US tech selling

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2025 10:19:09 AM IST
Domestic stock markets opened on a cautious note on Thursday, tracking sharp overnight losses in the US markets, as investors booked profits in high-valuation technology and artificial intelligence (AI) stocks.... read..
 

AAI issues dense fog advisory for Northern India; IndiGo warns of possible flight disruptions

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 10:48:42 AM IST
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) on Thursday issued a weather advisory warning of dense fog conditions across Northern India, cautioning passengers about low visibility and possible flight delays at several airports.... read..
 

India-Estonia ties steadily improving; scope for deeper cooperation in tech and digital governance: Estonian FM

By Aditya Prakash

Tallinn | December 18, 2025 6:48:42 AM IST
Estonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Margus Tsahkna, has said that India-Estonia relations are steadily improving, with strong prospects for enhanced cooperation in business, information technology, AI, cybersecurity, and the defence industry.... read..
 

US views India as "Highly Strategic Partner" for AI and Supply Chain security; Under Secy Helberg to attend Delhi summit in February amid push for deeper bilateral cooperation

By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | December 18, 2025 7:18:46 AM IST
The United States regards India as a crucial potential partner in efforts to secure global supply chains for artificial intelligence and semiconductors, a senior American official has said, whilst dismissing suggestions that political tensions prevented I... read..
 

India, Saudi Arabia sign agreement to boost official travels, bilateral exchanges

Riyadh | December 18, 2025 4:49:09 AM IST
Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Ajaz Khan and Abdulmajeed bin Rashed Alsmari, Deputy Minister for Protocol Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, signed the bilateral Visa Waiver Agreement.... read..
 

Air India warns of possible flight disruptions due to dense fog, urges passengers to check status

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 4:49:07 AM IST
Air India cautioned passengers about potential disruptions to flight operations over the next few days due to dense fog, particularly at its primary hub in Delhi and at several airports across northern and eastern India. The airline said reduced visibilit... read..
 

PM Modi appreciates enthusiasm of Indians in Oman, says it reflects people-to-people ties

Muscat | December 18, 2025 3:19:06 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated the warmth he received on arrival in Oman on Wednesday.... read..
 

Indian Railways nears complete electrification; hits 99.2 % of broad gauge network, ahead of UK, Russia and China

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 1:48:50 AM IST
In a significant milestone for the nation's transportation infrastructure, Indian Railways has achieved electrification of 99.2 per cent of its broad gauge network, putting it ahead of countries like the UK (39%), Russia (52%), and China (82%), bringing t... read..
 

India reaffirms commitment to continued humanitarian support for Afghanistan, dispatches medicines, CT scanner

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 11:49:09 PM IST
Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday held a productive meeting with Afghanistan's Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, focusing on humanitarian and healthcare assistance to the landlocked nation.... read..
 

Indian Railways provides free wi-fi at 6,117 stations nationwide

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 11:19:15 PM IST
Free Wi-Fi services have been provided at 6117 Railway Stations across Indian Railways. No separate funds have been sanctioned by the Ministry of Railways on these Wi-Fi services at Railway stations, according to a release.... read..
 

"Land of enduring friendship": PM Modi in Muscat, highlights deep India-Oman ties

Muscat | December 17, 2025 10:48:59 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Muscat, Oman on Wednesday, on a two-day visit in the last leg of his three-nation tour. He arrived in Oman after completing his successful visits to Jordan and Ethiopia.... read..
 

Indian Navy to boost surveillance capabilities with indigenous aircraft including C-295

Panaji (Goa) | December 17, 2025 10:48:57 PM IST
The Indian Navy is set to enhance its surveillance capabilities with the induction of indigenous aircraft, said Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi on Wednesday.... read..
 

Fourth T20I between India, South Africa abandoned due to excessive fog in Lucknow

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 17, 2025 10:19:02 PM IST
The fourth T20I of the five-match series between India and South Africa was abandoned due to excessive fog at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday. India are leading the T20I series 2-1, with one more matc... read..
 

Lower oil prices, strong services exports to keep India's CAD around 1% in FY26: Report

New Delhi, | December 17, 2025 12:49:12 PM IST
India's external sector outlook remains broadly stable despite recent volatility in trade data, with the current account deficit (CAD) expected to remain around 1 per cent of GDP in FY26, supported by easing commodity prices, resilient services exports an... read..
 

"AI will define the coming era...India hasn't been able to create world-renowned generative AI tool": Raghav Chadha

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 9:49:11 PM IST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Raghav Chadha has said that while there is emphasis on Make in India, it is crucial to talk about Make AI in India as the country that possesses the power of Artificial Intelligence will be the global superpower of the next de... read..
 

"Relationship with India is in our shared interest": Bangladesh High Commissioner to India

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 7:19:12 AM IST
Bangladesh's Victory Day was celebrated with a cultural program at the Embassy of Bangladesh in Delhi, India. High Commissioner M Riaz Hamidullah emphasised Bangladesh's commitment to fulfilling its people's aspirations, particularly those of the younger ... read..
 

CBI busts transnational cybercrime racket in Noida with FBI help, US Embassy hails US-India partnership

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 8:48:57 AM IST
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with the United States's Federal Bureau of Investigation, has dismantled a major transnational cybercrime network operating from Noida that defrauded US nationals of USD 8.5 million through tech-suppo... read..
 

First Femina Miss India Meher Castelino passes away

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 17, 2025 10:19:00 PM IST
The Indian pageant and fashion fraternity is mourning the passing away of Meher Castelino, the country's first Femina Miss India and a celebrated fashion journalist.... read..
 

HarperCollins Publishers India and BMW Deutsche Motoren Launch Shikhar Dhawan's The One: Cricket, My Life and More at Exclusive New Delhi Event

| December 17, 2025 12:49:14 PM IST
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ARK Infosolutions and Sapphire Technology Lead India's Shift Toward Virtual Influencer Sanvii - AI Driven Campaigns

| December 17, 2025 10:49:02 AM IST
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Sri Lanka names squad for five-match T20I series against India

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 8:48:55 AM IST
Sri Lanka have announced a 15-member squad for their T20I tour of India, with Chamari Athapaththu set to continue leading the side as they begin preparations for next year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England.... read..
 

PM Modi extends invite to Ethiopian PM for AI Impact Summit, BRICS summit in India

Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 11:19:10 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali to participate in the next AI Impact Summit, scheduled to be held in India in February next year, as well as the BRICS Summit that India proposes to host in 2026, the Ministr... read..
 

IndiGo issues travel advisory as misty winter skies cast spell over North and East India

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 5:18:58 AM IST
IndiGo on Tuesday night issued a travel advisory for a foggy Wednesday morning, with reduced visibility and slower flight movements expected as misty winter skies blanket North and East India.... read..
 

KKR go big at IPL 2026 Auction, blend global firepower with Indian promise

Abu Dhabi | December 17, 2025 1:48:43 AM IST
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made a strong statement at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 mini-auction, led by the marquee signings Cameron Green, Matheesha Pathirana and Mustafizur Rahman. They also added depth with Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra and ... read..
 

"It is India's image at stake": Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on multiple screenings cancellations at IFFK 2025

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 3:49:00 PM IST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has described the controversy surrounding the ongoing 12th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) as an "unfortunate development."... read..
 

Messi thanks India for "warm welcome, great hospitality" following "GOAT India Tour" conclusion

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 1:48:39 AM IST
Argentina football icon Lionel Messi thanked India for its love and affection following the conclusion of his 'GOAT India Tour', which saw chaos and some memorable crossovers trending nationwide.... read..
 

"India leading source of FDI, giving our cooperation a strong foundation of trust," says Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali

Addis Ababa | December 17, 2025 1:19:11 AM IST
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali on Tuesday highlighted the growing economic partnership between Ethiopia and India during his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Addis Ababa.... read..
 

How DACBY Rebuilt Its Business After Shark Tank India to Achieve Profitability and Scale

| December 17, 2025 11:19:18 AM IST
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JSW MG Motor India Launches the All-New Hector, Priced Starting at INR 11.99 L in Hyderabad at Automotive MG

| December 17, 2025 1:19:42 PM IST
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VIBGYOR Viva Enters Its 17th Year Showcasing Holistic Student Excellence Across India

| December 17, 2025 12:49:25 PM IST
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11 flights cancelled at Chennai Airport due to dense fog in North India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 17, 2025 9:49:00 AM IST
Flight operations at Chennai International Airport were disrupted on Wednesday morning after dense fog and adverse weather conditions in Delhi and other northern states led to the cancellation of 11 flights, airport authorities said.... read..
 

Indian Stock Markets open flat amid weak rupee and foreign selling, says experts

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 10:19:00 AM IST
Indian stock markets opened on a flat but slightly positive note on Wednesday. At 09:21 a.m., the BSE Sensex stood at 84,743.28, a rise of 63.42 points or 0.07 per cent. At the same time, NSE Nifty50 stood at 25,898.05, showing a gain of 37.95 points or 0... read..
 

"India-Ethiopia partnership focused on growth" : PM Modi

Addis Ababa, | December 17, 2025 11:19:28 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the outcomes of his Ethiopia visit mark "significant steps forward" in a trusted and people-centric partnership between the two countries, with a strong focus on youth, skills, innovation and healthcare.... read..
 

India B outclass India A by 83 runs in the opening match of Physical Disability T20 Series

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 17, 2025 11:19:13 AM IST
Opener Wasim Iqbal slammed a brilliant 66 off 51 balls to help India B beat India A by 83 runs in the first game of the three-match Physical Disability T20 Series at the Wankhede Stadium.... read..
 

ANSR Named a Leader in Everest Group Global Capability Center (GCC) Setup Capabilities in India - PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2025

| December 17, 2025 11:48:59 AM IST
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Indian steel exports expected to moderate as global orders dry up: Elara Capital

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 12:18:59 PM IST
Indian steel exports are expected to see less growth in the coming months as overseas orders start to dry up. According to an Elara Capital report, exports jumped by 83 per cent in October to 0.73 million tonnes. This fast pace is unlikely to continue as ... read..
 
 
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