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'Dedicate it to bright future of India's youth, their aspirations': PM Modi on receiving Ghana's top national honour

Prime Minister Modi expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people and government of Ghana. He dedicated the honor to the "bright future of Indian youth, their aspirations, India's rich cultural diversity, and the historical ties between India and Ghana.

Jul 3, 2025

Intense talks continue to reach interim India-US trade deal ahead of deadline

While New Delhi is seeking greater market access for its labour-intensive goods such as garments, footwear, and leather — which are major job creators — Washington wants duty concessions for its agricultural and daily products, according to officials.

Jul 3, 2025

Indian COVID vaccines developed with rigorous protocols, global standards: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

According to the Health Ministry, sudden cardiac deaths can result from a wide range of factors, including genetics, lifestyle, pre-existing conditions, and post-Covid complications, but not from Covid vaccines that have been found safe.

Jul 3, 2025

Fire breaks out near Tirupati's Govindaraja temple days after 40 killed in Telangana pharma blast

The accident occurred four days after a massive explosion in a chemical factory at Pashamylaram industrial area near Hyderabad, killing 40 workers and injuring many others.

Jul 3, 2025

Ghana is 'Beacon of Hope' for other countries as a vibrant democracy: PM Modi in joint press meet with President Mahama

President Mahama was elected President for the second time in the general elections held in December 2024 for which PM Modi again congratulated him for his spectacular victory, adding: "This is a symbol of the deep faith of the people of Ghana in his leadership and vision."

Jul 3, 2025

Meta's $65 billion AI gamble: Visionary leap or reckless overreach?

The next 18 months will be pivotal. If Meta delivers a model that rivals or surpasses ChatGPT, the investment could yield exponential returns. If not, this could become a cautionary tale of overreach

Jul 3, 2025

Dalai Lama challenges China claim to approve successor; says Gaden Phodrang Trust is in charge

Amnesty International's China Director, Sarah Brooks, described China's efforts to control the selection of the next Dalai Lama as a "direct assault" on the right to freedom of religion. Penpa Tsering, the president of the Tibetan government-in-exile, highlighted the global support for the continuation of the Dalai Lama's position.

Jul 3, 2025

Indian stock market opens higher, Sensex above 83,400

At around 9.25 am, Sensex was trading 68.28 points or 0.08 per cent up at 83,477.97 while the Nifty added 19.30 points or 0.08 per cent at 25,472.70.

Jul 3, 2025

Bihar: Massive fire at Patna's Saguna Mor, blaze engulfs upscale restaurant

An official said that the fire started in the restaurant's kitchen and quickly spread across the premises. Fire brigade teams have been rushed to the spot and launched an operation to control the blaze, while restaurant staff also attempted to douse the fire.

Jul 2, 2025

Dimapur Airport expansion: Nagaland CM seeks HM Amit Shah's intervention to vacate land occupied by Assam Rifles

The official said that a high-level meeting was held on July 1 in New Delhi, chaired by Abhijit Sinha, Additional Secretary (Police II), Ministry of Home Affairs. This meeting was a direct outcome of the sustained efforts led by the Chief Minister and Nagaland Chief Secretary J. Alam to resolve the issue.

Jul 2, 2025

Starlink free to roll out India services once IN-SPACe approvals are done: Jyotiraditya Scindia

SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service is inching closer to operational status in the country. Starlink is likely to start providing services in India within the next two months.

Jul 2, 2025

Muslims in Kashmir set powerful example of unity at Amarnath Yatra

Local Muslims in Kulgam lead by example, offering a warm welcome to pilgrims and sending a powerful message of peace, unity, and resilience in the face of terror. Local Muslims, donning skullcaps and holding flowers and garlands, warmly welcomed the first batch of pilgrims near the Navyug Tunnel.

Jul 2, 2025

BJP reviews Rahul Gandhi's year as opposition leader; says "low performance, fails in duties"

Another BJP leader, Jagannath Sarkar, criticized Rahul Gandhi's commitment to his role, stating that he had not performed his duties as LoP in the Lok Sabha. Sarkar emphasized the importance of Gandhi's presence in the House to listen to debates.

Jul 2, 2025

K'taka: Infosys employee arrested for secretly filming woman colleague in office washroom

According to the FIR, the incident took place on June 30 at around 11 a.m. when the woman went to the ladies' washroom. She noticed a reflection on the door in front of her and, upon closer observation, sensed that someone had withdrawn an object from the partition wall. She immediately stepped out and began monitoring the area.

Jul 2, 2025

Maharashtra shocker: Over 1 crore investors duped of Rs 22,552 crore in last 10 years

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis chairs a review meeting on various schemes and initiatives of the Energy Department at Sahyadri Guest House in Mumbai on Friday, June 13, 2025.

Jul 2, 2025