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India's forex reserves climb nearly $1 billion to $672.5 billion

India's Forex Reserves Rise Nearly $1 Billion to $672.59 Billion; Gold Reserves Jump $4.11 Billion

The RBI also issued operational clarifications on FCNR-B deposits and announced swap support measures, which are expected to boost foreign currency inflows from non-resident Indians.

26 days ago

Uber India and South Asia President Prabhjeet Singh steps down after 11 years

Uber India and South Asia President Prabhjeet Singh has stepped down after 11 years with the company to pursue another leadership opportunity. Uber thanked Singh for his contributions, highlighting his role in expanding the company's footprint, strengthening driver partnerships, and driving innovation across India and South Asia.

26 days ago

Bidadi Township Row: Kumaraswamy to Wait for CM Shivakumar for Talks With Farmers Over Land Acquisition

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to visit Bidadi on Saturday for talks with farmers opposing the proposed Greater Bengaluru Integrated Township Project. Stressing that the issue is not about personal prestige, Kumaraswamy said he is only supporting farmers who have been protesting land acquisition for over 470 days.

26 days ago

India launches AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 for passengers arriving from Ebola-affected nations

India launches AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 for passengers arriving from Ebola-affected countries amid WHO outbreak alert

Introduced by the Ministry of Civil Aviation in collaboration with DIAL, the upgraded platform enables passengers to submit health and travel declarations online before arrival, helping authorities strengthen health surveillance and ensure faster immigration clearance amid the ongoing Ebola outbreak.

27 days ago

2,004 calls, two treks and a murder plot: How Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary allegedly planned Ketan Agarwal's killing

Police allege that Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal was murdered by his fiancée, Siya Goyal, and co-accused Chetan Chaudhary, who allegedly conspired to kill him after developing a relationship. Investigators claim the duo exchanged over 2,000 calls in six months, made an earlier failed attempt.

27 days ago

NCERT Introduces Emergency In Class 9 Textbook For First Time, Calls It A Major Challenge To Indian Democracy

For the first time, NCERT has included the 1975-77 Emergency in a Class 9 Social Science textbook, describing it as a major challenge to Indian democracy. The chapter highlights the suspension of fundamental rights, press censorship, arrests of political leaders, and the role of Jayaprakash Narayan's movement.

27 days ago

K'taka on high alert after WHO declares Ebola outbreak global health emergency

1,094 Ebola cases reported in DR Congo as WHO records highest first-month caseload

Official data released Tuesday showed 387 cases were under quarantine or receiving treatment, and 115 recoveries. DRC authorities have also reported 131 suspected cases, including 44 suspected deaths.

27 days ago

Trump administration backs USD 17.5 billion plan for nuclear revival

Trump administration backs $17.5 billion plan for nuclear revival

The initiative aims to accelerate reactor construction by up to three years, boost domestic manufacturing, create jobs across more than 40 states, and generate over 11 gigawatts of electricity, enough to power nearly 10 million homes

28 days ago

Complete shutdown in Ladakh on LAB & KDA call

The groups expressed dissatisfaction over the Centre's handling of assurances made during a May 22 meeting and alleged that important issues were not accurately reflected in official records.

29 days ago

11-year-old girl raped, murdered in Delhi's Mehrauli; cab driver arrested

Upon receiving the report, the Delhi Police immediately formed multiple specialised teams to locate the child. Following his arrest, the accused confessed to the crime and revealed that he had dumped the victim's body along the Faridabad-Gurugram road.

29 days ago

'This was not easy, I signed it': Trump seals Iran war-ending MoU at Versailles

'I Will Do What I Have To Do': Trump Warns Iran, Says Nuclear Threat Outweighs Depression Risk

Trump warned that the US would take action if Iran fails to honour its commitments, arguing that preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon outweighs concerns about economic fallout.

29 days ago

Students jump from building to save themselves as massive fire breaks out at Lucknow coaching centre

A massive fire at a coaching centre in Lucknow's Aliganj area triggered panic as students jumped from the building to escape thick smoke. Firefighters launched rescue operations amid reports that several people may be trapped.

29 days ago

'Densely packed with weapons, sensors': Naval officers highlight capabilities of newly-commissioned INS Agray, INS Dunagiri

The commissioning of the Indian Navy's new vessels — INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak — strengthens India's maritime capabilities. At the ceremony attended by Narendra Modi, naval officers highlighted INS Agray's indigenous anti-submarine warfare systems.

Jun 22, 2026

54 injured, 18 missing after explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan gas facility

Blast occurred while technical teams were working to restart operations following earlier disruptions linked to regional tensions. The Barzan facility, a crucial part of Qatar's gas infrastructure, produces nearly 1.4 billion standard cubic feet of gas per day for power generation and desalination.

Jun 22, 2026

Global crude oil prices rally up to 3 pc as US-Iran tensions escalate

Crude oil prices fall up to 3 pc as US-Iran talks ease supply concerns

The fall in crude prices boosted investor sentiment in equity markets and is expected to benefit oil-importing countries by reducing import costs, inflationary pressures, and current account deficits. However, analysts cautioned that geopolitical tensions in West Asia remain uncertain and require close monitoring.

Jun 22, 2026

Dharmendra Pradhan helps Bengal girl with broken ribs appear in NEET UG re-exam

The student, Shrishti Dubey, had suffered severe injuries, including nine broken ribs and lung damage, in a road accident a week before the exam. Pradhan also spoke to her family, wished her well, and praised her determination to pursue a medical career. The NEET UG 2026 re-exam was conducted for over 20 lakh candidates

Jun 21, 2026

PM Modi releases 23rd instalment of PM-Kisan scheme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday released the 23rd instalment of the PM-Kisan scheme from Tarkeshwar in West Bengal, transferring over Rs 18,880 crore directly to the bank accounts of 9.44 crore farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Jun 20, 2026

NEET re-test: City change made through candidate's login, says NTA on Abu Dhabi centre row

The controversy erupted after Abdullah Talib from Nagpur, who had reportedly selected Nagpur, Wardha and Bhandara as his preferred cities, received an admit card showing an exam centre in Abu Dhabi despite not possessing a passport.

Jun 20, 2026

Inquiry claims 250,000 girls abused in UK grooming gang scandal; PoK protesters demand justice

A privately funded parliamentary inquiry in the UK has alleged that at least 250,000 girls were subjected to sexual exploitation, trafficking and abuse by grooming gangs over several decades, while accusing state institutions of failing to protect victims.

Jun 20, 2026

Air India crash: Both engines shut down after shift in fuel control switches; one pilot said he 'didn't do it'

Pilots' body claims electric failure led to Air India Boeing crash in Ahmedabad

The pilots' body also pointed to reports of flickering cabin lights and the aircraft's history of electrical issues as evidence supporting its theory. FIP has submitted its findings to Boeing and aviation authorities and has called for a fresh investigation, a review of technical discrepancies.

Jun 19, 2026

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Articles by Aarav Mehta

India's Forex Reserves Rise Nearly $1 Billion to $672.59 Billion; Gold Reserves Jump $4.11 Billion

Uber India and South Asia President Prabhjeet Singh steps down after 11 years

Bidadi Township Row: Kumaraswamy to Wait for CM Shivakumar for Talks With Farmers Over Land Acquisition

India launches AIR SUVIDHA 2.0 for passengers arriving from Ebola-affected countries amid WHO outbreak alert

2,004 calls, two treks and a murder plot: How Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary allegedly planned Ketan Agarwal's killing

NCERT Introduces Emergency In Class 9 Textbook For First Time, Calls It A Major Challenge To Indian Democracy

1,094 Ebola cases reported in DR Congo as WHO records highest first-month caseload

Trump administration backs $17.5 billion plan for nuclear revival

Complete shutdown in Ladakh on LAB & KDA call

11-year-old girl raped, murdered in Delhi's Mehrauli; cab driver arrested

'I Will Do What I Have To Do': Trump Warns Iran, Says Nuclear Threat Outweighs Depression Risk

Students jump from building to save themselves as massive fire breaks out at Lucknow coaching centre

'Densely packed with weapons, sensors': Naval officers highlight capabilities of newly-commissioned INS Agray, INS Dunagiri

54 injured, 18 missing after explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan gas facility

Crude oil prices fall up to 3 pc as US-Iran talks ease supply concerns

Dharmendra Pradhan helps Bengal girl with broken ribs appear in NEET UG re-exam

PM Modi releases 23rd instalment of PM-Kisan scheme

NEET re-test: City change made through candidate's login, says NTA on Abu Dhabi centre row

Inquiry claims 250,000 girls abused in UK grooming gang scandal; PoK protesters demand justice

Pilots' body claims electric failure led to Air India Boeing crash in Ahmedabad

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

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'