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PM Modi, President Putin agree to ramp up India-Russia trade till 2030

PM Modi, President Putin agree to ramp up India-Russia trade till 2030

Both countries are working towards ambitious targets set by their leaders of achieving $50 billion in mutual investments by 2025 and $100 billion in annual bilateral trade by 2030. The two leaders witnessed the signing of multiple agreements between India and Russia, across sectors ranging from fertilisers to food safety and shipping. 6 days ago
'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Kills 19 In Kerala. How It Spreads, How To Stay Safe

Brain-eating amoeba infection: Kerala reported 170 cases and 42 deaths in 2025

Kerala has recorded 170 cases and 42 deaths from amoebic meningoencephalitis (brain-eating amoeba infection) in 2025, the Health Ministry informed Parliament. Since 2023, the state has reported 211 cases and 53 deaths. The Centre said the surge prompted investigations by NCDC and a high-level review by ICMR, leading to strengthened surveillance through 18 VRDL labs. 6 days ago
J&K SIA carries out searches in Srinagar, Ganderbal in connection with doctors' terror module case

J&K SIA carries out searches in Srinagar, Ganderbal in connection with doctors' terror module case

The officials said that the raids in Srinagar were being carried out in the Batamaloo area, from where one of the accused persons, namely Tufail Ahmad Bhat, son of Niyaz Ahmad Bhat, was arrested earlier. "Searches are also underway in Wakura Ganderbal. On November 22, SIA had arrested Tufail from his residence at Diyarwani Batamaloo in connection with the terror case," the officials said. 6 days ago
Automobiles, electronics, manufacturing sectors to benefit from India-Russia trade ties

Automobiles, electronics, manufacturing sectors to benefit from India-Russia trade ties

As Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India on a high-profile visit, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said at an event here that the shared focus is to foster more balanced and mutually rewarding trade, aiming to exceed $100 billion by 2030, driven by stronger Indian exports. While reaching $70 billion is a significant milestone, the current pattern of trade needs to be more balanced, he added. 6 days ago
US sees India as key AI partner amid growing China challenge

US sees India as key AI partner amid growing China challenge

During a Senate hearing on Tuesday (December 2), witnesses stressed that the coming year will require deeper coordination among democratic partners — including India — to shape global AI standards, safeguard chip supply chains, and counter Beijing's ambitions. 6 days ago
Chaos continues at Hyderabad Airport, 74 flights cancelled

Chaos continues at Hyderabad Airport, 74 flights cancelled

For the third consecutive day, the airline cancelled several flights, causing severe inconvenience to thousands of passengers. A total of 74 IndiGo flights have been cancelled for the day, an airport spokesman said. These include 37 arrivals and 37 departures. 7 days ago
Congress stages 'monkey show' to highlight public issues in MP Assembly

Congress stages 'monkey show' to highlight public issues in MP Assembly

A group of Congress MLAs led by the Leader of Opposition in the State Assembly, Umang Singhar, accused the BJP government of 'snatching' the rights of people and 'killing' children through poisoned medicines, a reference to the recent Coldrif cough syrup tragedy in Chhindwara and the rat-bite incident involving an infant at Indore's M.Y. Hospital. As part of the symbolic protest, one MLA wore a monkey costume while others formed a circle and asked, "What is this monkey doing here?" Responding, Singhar said: "Ye bandar BJP ki sarkar hai jiske haath mein ustara aa gaya hai (This monkey with a razor in hand is the BJP government)." 7 days ago
Cong flags sharp rupee decline in Rajya Sabha, warns of widespread economic strain

Cong flags sharp rupee decline in Rajya Sabha, warns of widespread economic strain

Congress MP Vivek Tankha raised concerns in the Rajya Sabha over the Indian rupee breaching ₹90 per dollar, calling it a "freefall" with severe economic consequences. He highlighted rising inflation, higher import costs, stressed MSMEs, and declining investor confidence. Tankha urged the government to take urgent measures to stabilise the currency and protect households, businesses, and vulnerable sectors. 7 days ago
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