India

PM Modi meets Foxconn Chairman, discusses investments in 'futuristic sectors

Foxconn India biz surges to $10 bn, Apple India operations at $23.5 bn in value

Foxconn's business in India has grown to $10 billion, driven by the 'Make in India' initiative and production-linked incentive scheme, with plans for further investment and job creation.

Aug 19, 2024

Sensex gains 42 points, but analysts predict market uncertainty ahead over tension in Middle East

Sensex trades higher on positive global cues, gains 200 points; Nifty up 80pts

Indian equity benchmarks opened in the green on Monday, following positive sentiments in global markets.

Aug 19, 2024

Assembly elections in J&K: Banks asked to report any suspicious transaction during electioneering

All banks are directed to exercise heightened vigilance in identifying and reporting suspicious transactions that could be linked to electoral malpractices.

Aug 19, 2024

Ex-Minister Zulfikar Ali joins BJP ahead of Assembly polls in J&K

After granting Scheduled Tribe status to the ethnic Pahari tribe, the BJP successfully roped in a prominent Gujjar leader of Poonch and Rajouri districts before Assembly polls in J&K

Aug 18, 2024

Ghulam Nabi Azad's party rejects Congress merger speculations; calls them 'false'

After veteran politician Taj Mohi-ud-Din resigned from the party, rumours are rife in the air that Ghulam Nabi Azad's DPAP will merge with Congress.

Aug 18, 2024

Study discovers gene that can prevent autism

ASD Breakthrough: Gene Discovery Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

Scientists at Rockefeller University have identified a gene, Astrotactin 2 (ASTN2), that could potentially prevent autism. Defects in the ASTN2 protein disrupt neural circuitry in the cerebellum, affecting children with neurodevelopmental conditions. The absence of ASTN2 in mice led to autism-like behaviors and changes in the cerebellum, reinforcing its role in cognitive functions. Future research will focus on examining human cerebellar cells with ASTN2 mutations and investigating other autism-linked genes.

Aug 18, 2024

WHO declares mpox an emergency; 13 African countries, Sweden & Pakistan report cases: Time to panic?

Last week, the Africa CDC reported that the virus has spread to at least 13 African countries and the infected numbers are up by 160 per cent compared to the same period last year, while the deaths increased by 19%.

Aug 18, 2024

Newly appointed J&K Cong chief; ready to contest Assembly polls [details]

After the appointment of Karra as the new president of J&K, many leaders of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) of Ghulam Nabi Azad are going to rejoin the Congress party.

Aug 18, 2024

Apni Party vice-president Zulfikar Ali to join BJP on Sunday

Within minutes after Zulfikar Ali shared his picture with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the BJP announced that he would join the party on Sunday.

Aug 17, 2024

NC leaders urge Omar to reconsider his decision not to contest Assembly poll

The campaign to convince Omar Abdullah to contest the Assembly election started after the former Chief Minister on Friday hinted to rethink his earlier decision of not contesting elections till J&K remains a UT.

Aug 17, 2024

PM Modi gives clarion call for Global South to unite amid challenges in new world order

Modi Urges Global South to Unite As New World Challenges Emerge

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi calls for unity among Global South countries amid world challenges.

Aug 17, 2024

Non-Muslim children cannot be enrolled in Madarsas, says MP Govt

The government of Madhya Pradesh has said that Madaras and schools enrolled under Madara boards that receive funds from the state cannot force children to participate in "religious education."

Aug 17, 2024

Karnataka CM, ministers to hold protest in Delhi

Congress top brass stands behind Karnataka CM as Guv gives nod to prosecute him

Congress high command dialled Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday after Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot accorded sanction to prosecute him in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam.

Aug 17, 2024

20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail in UP, no casualties reported

At least 20 coaches of the Sabarmati Express passenger train derailed in Uttar Pradesh early Saturday morning

Aug 17, 2024

Closely monitoring monkeypox situation, no new reported cases in India

India Begins Proactive Measures Against Possible Monkeypox Outbreak

A task force has been formed to manage the situation, with guidelines issued for the management of Monkeypox cases. The government remains vigilant and prepared, drawing lessons from past public health emergencies.

Aug 17, 2024

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Foxconn India biz surges to $10 bn, Apple India operations at $23.5 bn in value

Sensex trades higher on positive global cues, gains 200 points; Nifty up 80pts

Assembly elections in J&K: Banks asked to report any suspicious transaction during electioneering

Ex-Minister Zulfikar Ali joins BJP ahead of Assembly polls in J&K

Ghulam Nabi Azad's party rejects Congress merger speculations; calls them 'false'

ASD Breakthrough: Gene Discovery Sheds New Light on Autism Spectrum Disorder

WHO declares mpox an emergency; 13 African countries, Sweden & Pakistan report cases: Time to panic?

Newly appointed J&K Cong chief; ready to contest Assembly polls [details]

Apni Party vice-president Zulfikar Ali to join BJP on Sunday

NC leaders urge Omar to reconsider his decision not to contest Assembly poll

Modi Urges Global South to Unite As New World Challenges Emerge

Non-Muslim children cannot be enrolled in Madarsas, says MP Govt

Congress top brass stands behind Karnataka CM as Guv gives nod to prosecute him

20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail in UP, no casualties reported

India Begins Proactive Measures Against Possible Monkeypox Outbreak

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