India

22 Indian startups raise over $184 million in funding this week

At least 22 Indian startups raised more than $184 million in funding this week, which included 10 growth-stage deals and 12 early-stage rounds.

Feb 22, 2025

Indian stock market consolidates amid global uncertainties, FIIs to return soon

Indian stock markets remained in a consolidation phase this week, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty slipped over half a per cent amid weak global cues and trade war concerns.

Feb 22, 2025

J&K Witnessing Unprecedented Growth in Startups Post Article 370 Abrogation: Union Minister

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the rapid growth of Jammu & Kashmir's startup ecosystem following the abrogation of Article 370.

Feb 22, 2025

Women groups in Telangana to be allotted a petrol pump in every district

Women self-help groups in Telangana to get petrol pump allotments

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Friday announced that women's self-help groups will be allotted land for setting up one petrol pump in every district.

Feb 22, 2025

Kash Patel's oath on Bhagavad Gita sparks applause on social media

Kash Patel takes oath on Bhagavad Gita, social media upbeat

In a historic move, Kash Patel was sworn in as the ninth director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) by placing his hand on the Bhagavad Gita, a gesture that sparked widespread appreciation from Hindus around the world

Feb 22, 2025

Worst President in US history: Trump slams Biden over 'Open Border Policy'

Federal Judge blocks Trump's executive order targeting diversity programs

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a sweeping executive order issued by President Donald Trump that aimed to end government support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.

Feb 22, 2025

KMF seeks hike in milk price by Rs 5 per litre, Govt yet to decide

Despite pressure from the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), the state government is yet to take a call on hiking the price of milk by Rs 5 per litre, an official from the federation

Feb 22, 2025

Ind vs Pak, Champions Trophy: All you need to know ahead of mega clash

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: India, Pakistan to clash tomorrow

India and Pakistan are set to face off in the ICC Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium. India, led by Rohit Sharma, is coming off a victory over Bangladesh, while Pakistan suffered a loss against New Zealand.

Feb 22, 2025

One year of TVK: Over 2,000 party office bearers to attend celebrations

One year of Vijay's TVK: Over 2,000 party office bearers to attend celebrations

Tamil superstar-turned-politician Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), is set to celebrate its first anniversary on February 26 at a private hotel in Mamallapuram, which is likely to be attended by 2,000 office bearers.

Feb 22, 2025

IMO Secretary General hails India's role in sustainable shipping, seafarer welfare

International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Secretary General, Arsenio Dominguez, has lauded India's role in sustainable shipping and seafarer welfare; reinforcing maritime cooperation.

Feb 22, 2025

Petrol prices in India among lowest in the world: Union Minister Puri

Petroleum prices in India are among the lowest in the world, said Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.

Feb 22, 2025

Delhi CM Atishi booked for violating MCC; her supporters for attacking police

Atishi seeks meeting with Delhi CM on Rs 2,500 monthly payment to women

Delhi's new Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was on Saturday approached by her predecessor and AAP leader Atishi for a meeting to discuss the early launch of a scheme of Rs 2,500 monthly financial assistance to women - a promise made by the BJP during the Assembly election campaign.

Feb 22, 2025