India

Indian startups raise over $308 million this week across 24 deals

The funding season in the Indian startup ecosystem continued its growth this week as startups cumulatively raised more than $308 million across 24 deals.

Jan 18, 2025

IREDA finalises pact for joint venture to set up 900 MW hydroelectric project in Nepal

The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) on Thursday finalised a joint venture agreement with SJVN Ltd., GMR Energy Ltd., and Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) for the development of the 900 MW Upper Karnali Hydroelectric Project in Nepal as part of a strategic initiative aimed to strengthen regional energy security and accelerate renewable energy growth, according to an official statement.

Jan 18, 2025

Narco-Terror Nexus: J&K Police Personnel in Spotlight for Drug Trafficking

Amid a crackdown on narco-terrorism, the J&K administration has terminated five police officers and arrested several others for their involvement in drug trafficking.

Jan 18, 2025

India Semiconductor Mission, CG Power and CG Semi ink fiscal support agreement

India Semiconductor Mission, CG Power and CG Semi signed fiscal support agreement

The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) on Friday signed a Fiscal Support Agreement (FSA) with CG Power and CG Semi, that will help the country develop a robust semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.

Jan 18, 2025

PM Modi to inaugurate various developmental projects in MP tomorrow

PM Modi to distribute 65 lakh property cards tomorrow in major milestone to empower rural India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute 65 lakh property cards in more than 50,000 villages across the country under the SVAMITVA Scheme on Saturday (January 18), marking a historic achievement in the empowerment of rural India.

Jan 18, 2025

Tripura's lone airport upgraded for passenger movement & infrastructure development

Tripura's lone Agartala airport upgraded for more passenger movement

The Airport Authority of India (AAI) has upgraded Agartala's Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport from Grade III to Grade II, based on the passenger movement and infrastructure development.

Jan 18, 2025

Tight security in Kolkata court; parents appeal to people not to end stir for justice

RG Kar verdict: Tight security in Kolkata court; parents appeal to continue stir

With just a few hours left for a special court in Kolkata to deliver its verdict on the rape and murder of a woman doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata in August last year, the entire court premises have been wrapped under a blanket of security since early Saturday morning, even as her parents issued a last-moment appeal to the public not to end the fight for justice.

Jan 18, 2025

IMF projects India growth to be solid at 6.5 pc in 2025 and 2026

IMF projects India growth at 6.5 pc in 2025-26, aligns with UN report

In India, the economic growth is projected to be solid at 6.5 per cent in 2025 and 2026, as projected in October and in line with potential, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said in its latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) update.

Jan 18, 2025

India seeking mutually beneficial FTA with EU

Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels to discuss India-EU FTA, boost trade ties

In a bid to further boost trade and investment ties with the European Union (EU), Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal is slated to visit Brussels, Belgium for a high-level dialogue.

Jan 18, 2025

RG Kar tragedy: CBI to interrogate videographer recording autopsy of victim

RG Kar rape and murder case: Verdict to be out in few hours

Amid apprehensions and hope, a special court in Kolkata will be delivering the verdict within a few hours in the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor of R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital in Kolkata within the hospital premises in August

Jan 18, 2025

Sensex snaps five-day losing streak, Nifty closes above 24,300

Week Ahead: Indian stock market awaits mixed bag of impact over Trump's inauguration

As Indian investors adopt a cautious approach ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump as 47th US President and his comments with focus on tariffs, this week was a mixed bag for the domestic benchmark indices.

Jan 18, 2025

Para-archer Rakesh Kumar bags Arjuna Award; brings laurels to J&K

Rakesh Kumar, a para-archer from J&K's Reasi district, has been conferred the prestigious Arjuna Award by President Droupadi Murmu. Overcoming immense challenges, including a life-altering accident, Rakesh has achieved extraordinary success in para-archery, securing medals in the Asian and World Championships and the Paralympics.

Jan 17, 2025

U19 WC: From tennis to cricket, 'grateful' Parunika Sisodia determined to make her mark

Initially, Parunika Sisodia seems like any other teenager, with sparkling eyes and an honest smile. Parunika, however, isn't your average Indian teenager; she played tennis as an Under 12 player in New Delhi, looking up to Serena Williams and Sania Mirza.

Jan 17, 2025

IIT Madras, CMC Vellore develop affordable indigenous robot for hand rehabilitation

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Christian Medical College, Vellore (CMC Vellore) on Friday announced the development of a cost-effective and portable plug-and-train robot for hand rehabilitation.

Jan 17, 2025

Delhi polls: Sandeep Dikshit declares assets worth Rs 11.12 crore

Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit, contesting from the New Delhi constituency, has declared a net worth of Rs 11.12 crore in his nomination papers filed on Thursday.

Jan 17, 2025

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India

Indian startups raise over $308 million this week across 24 deals

IREDA finalises pact for joint venture to set up 900 MW hydroelectric project in Nepal

Narco-Terror Nexus: J&K Police Personnel in Spotlight for Drug Trafficking

India Semiconductor Mission, CG Power and CG Semi signed fiscal support agreement

PM Modi to distribute 65 lakh property cards tomorrow in major milestone to empower rural India

Tripura's lone Agartala airport upgraded for more passenger movement

RG Kar verdict: Tight security in Kolkata court; parents appeal to continue stir

IMF projects India growth at 6.5 pc in 2025-26, aligns with UN report

Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels to discuss India-EU FTA, boost trade ties

RG Kar rape and murder case: Verdict to be out in few hours

Week Ahead: Indian stock market awaits mixed bag of impact over Trump's inauguration

Para-archer Rakesh Kumar bags Arjuna Award; brings laurels to J&K

U19 WC: From tennis to cricket, 'grateful' Parunika Sisodia determined to make her mark

IIT Madras, CMC Vellore develop affordable indigenous robot for hand rehabilitation

Delhi polls: Sandeep Dikshit declares assets worth Rs 11.12 crore

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh