India

Indian Railways providing 47% travel subsidy to passengers: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Indian Railways is providing more subsidy to passengers as the cost of travel per km by train is Rs 1.38 but passengers are charged only 73 paise — meaning 47 per cent subsidy, Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has informed.

Mar 18, 2025

Pakistani Terrorist Killed in Handwara Encounter; IED Defused in Kulgam

In a major counter-terror operation, security forces eliminated a Pakistani terrorist, identified as Saifullah, during an encounter in North Kashmir's Handwara district.

Mar 18, 2025

Sensex, Nifty end lower as investors stay cautious

Indian stock market: Sensex, Nifty open higher amid positive global cues

The domestic benchmark indices opened higher on Tuesday amid positive global cues, as buying was seen in the realty and media sectors in the early trade.

Mar 18, 2025

Mahatta & Co.: Preserving Kashmir's Legacy Through the Lens for Over a Century

Inside Kashmir's oldest photo studio: Rare look at Mahatta & Co.'s 100-year legacy

Established in 1905 by Amarnath and Ram Chand Mehta, Mahatta & Co. has been a silent witness to Kashmir's history, preserving its people, landscapes, and traditions through photography. The studio introduced color photography to Srinagar in 1957 and became a hub for portraits, historic events, and notable figures. Despite challenges like Partition and modernization, Mahatta has adapted, transforming into a cultural space with an art gallery, a café, and a digital archive. As its legacy continues, Mahatta & Co. remains a timeless keeper of Kashmir's rich heritage, ensuring its stories endure for generations.

Mar 17, 2025

Chandigarh: CM Nayab Saini Arrives With Haryana Budget

Haryana CM proposes 'futuristic' budget of Rs 2.05 lakh crore

In his maiden Budget address, second-time Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday proposed the "futuristic" Budget of Rs 2.05 lakh crore for 2025-26, up 13.70 per cent from revised estimates of 2024-25.

Mar 17, 2025

PM Modi's remarks during the joint press meet with PM Luxon of New Zealand

Modi, Luxon agree to bolster India-New Zealand trade, investment ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon on Monday agreed to enhance the trade and investment relationship between the two countries, to realise the untapped potential and contribute to inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

Mar 17, 2025

GeM witnesses significant growth in average GMV per day

Government e-Marketplace surpasses Rs 5 lakh crore GMV before FY25 end

The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) surpassed Rs 5 lakh crore in gross merchandise value (GMV) on its portal, more than 18 days before the close of the current financial year 2024-25, the Centre said on Monday.

Mar 17, 2025

PM Modi meets Tulsi Gabbard, gifts her vase containing holy Ganga water from Maha Kumbh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard met in the national capital on Monday, exchanging not just pleasantries but also gifts in the form of Ganga Jal (holy Ganga water) and a handcrafted mala.

Mar 17, 2025

Bill Gates explores AI-driven 'Viksit Bharat' strategy room at NITI Aayog

Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, on Monday visited NITI Aayog's Viksit Bharat Strategy Room (VBSR), where he experienced an advanced AI-enabled immersive centre designed to enhance evidence-based decision making for policymakers across the country.

Mar 17, 2025

Moscow to participate in Smart Cities India Expo 2025

A Russian delegation from the Government of Moscow will participate in the Smart Cities India Expo 2025, to be held in New Delhi from March 19 to 21.

Mar 17, 2025

Uproar in J&K Assembly Over Deaths of Two Tribal Youths in Kulgam

The J&K Legislative Assembly witnessed intense protests over the deaths of two tribal youths in South Kashmir's Kulgam district. Lawmakers from the ruling National Conference, Congress, and opposition PDP, along with an Independent MLA, condemned the police's alleged high-handedness against protesters.

Mar 17, 2025

India's trade deficit dips to 3-year low of $14.05 billion in February

India's merchandise trade deficit narrowed to an over 3-year low at $14.05 billion in February from $22.99 billion in January as exports held steady during the month while imports declined, according to the latest data compiled by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

Mar 17, 2025