India

IAF aircraft crashes in Shivpuri, trainee pilots safe

A twin-seater Indian Air Force (IAF) Mirage 2000 aircraft crashed in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri while it was on a routine training sortie on Thursday.

Feb 6, 2025

Sensex and Nifty plunge over 1 per cent amid mixed cues, realty shares drag

Sensex, Nifty end lower as investors await RBI MPC decision

The Indian stock market on Thursday closed lower as investors remained cautious ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decision on the rate cut scheduled for February 7.

Feb 6, 2025

Celebrate 75 glorious years of being a Republic, bow to all great women and men: PM Modi

PM Modi attacks Congress for 'family-first', polarisation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday trained his gun at the Congress for pursuing politics of "family first and polarisation" and adopting a "predatory approach" and harming its allies.

Feb 6, 2025

Delhi polls: PM Modi urges voters to 'first vote, then refreshment'

Country got an alternate model of 'Nation First' after 2014: PM Modi tears into Cong

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday tore into the Congress over decades of its 'misrule', highlighting how the countrymen suffered because of its 'misplaced' priorities and policies, stating that it was only after 2014 that the nation got an alternate model of growth bringing fresh hope and optimism.

Feb 6, 2025

Army dog 'Teena' retires; bids farewell after exemplary service

In recognition of her exceptional service in explosive detection, the General Officer Commanding Tiger Division honored Army dog 'Teena' for her unwavering dedication to safeguarding Jammu and Kashmir.

Feb 6, 2025

Amit Shah: J&K Terror Network Crumbling, Zero Infiltration Is Our Target

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, during a high-level security review meeting, asserted that the terrorism ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir has been significantly weakened due to the Modi government's sustained efforts.

Feb 6, 2025

Cargo containers are seen stacked outside the container terminal of Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust

Cargo handled at India's major ports surges to 819 million tonnes

The cargo handled at India's major ports has increased from 581.34 million tonnes in 2014-15 to 819.23 million tonnes in FY 2023-24, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.5 per cent which is comparable to global standards

Feb 5, 2025

Gold prices set to fall further after Donald Trump's win

Gold hits all-time high at Rs 8,432 per gram amid geo-political uncertainties

Gold prices in India on Wednesday surged to an all-time high at Rs 8,432 per gram with an increase of Rs 1,322 as compared to Rs 8,310 on February 4, supported by safe-haven buying amid global uncertainties.

Feb 5, 2025

India Awaits Musk's Response As Centre Clears Road For Tesla's Entry

PM Modi likely to meet Elon Musk during US visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, slated to visit the United States this month to meet President Donald Trump, is also likely to see Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.

Feb 5, 2025

Late, onset, menopause may lower heart disease risk

Late-onset of menopause may lower heart disease risk: Study

Women who go through menopause later in life have healthier blood vessels which reduces their risk of heart disease.

Feb 5, 2025

India made significant strides in strengthening blood transfusion services: Anupriya Patel

India made significant strides in strengthening blood transfusion services, and have ensured its safety and availability, said Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel in the Parliament.

Feb 5, 2025

Majority pharma, medTech firms expect AI to drive revenue management: Report

Majority of leaders in life sciences -- pharmaceutical and medical technology companies -- and high-tech companies like semiconductor, electronic component, and original equipment manufacturing are increasingly expecting Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive revenue management in 2025

Feb 5, 2025