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Trump administration sues California over voter-approved Prop 50

US clears $93 million in arms sales to India as defence ties deepen

On October 31, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth in Kuala Lumpur, where the two leaders signed a 10-year 'Framework for the US-India Major Defence Partnership', heralding a new era in deepening the defence ties between the two nations.

9 hours ago

India launches 1st indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy for Sickle Cell Disease

The world-class, low-cost gene editing solution named "BIRSA 101", in honour of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, remembered as a great tribal freedom fighter, was launched by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh.

1 day ago

Two Chhattisgarh teens detained for ISIS links had Pakistani handlers

Addressing the media, Dy CM Sharma said the teenagers were operating under direct instructions from a Pakistan-based ISIS module. "After detailed investigation and technical surveillance, ATS detained these two minors.

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NIA arrests Kashmiri owner of car used in Delhi blast

Delhi blasts: Agencies track expanding money trail behind JeM's Faridabad module, its Turkey handlers

The Turkey visit by some of the module members is a key aspect to the probe. In March 2022 the members of this module travelled to Turkey and met with their handler Abu Ukasha, who investigators suspect is an ISI asset.

3 days ago

UPI transactions surge 114 pc in 8 fiscals, digital payments up 41 pc: Minister

India seen as global digital powerhouse: Govt official

Addressing an event organised by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Special DG, BISAG-N, Ministry of Electronics and IT, Vinay Thakur, placed special focus on the scale, strength, and evolution of India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) – considered one of the most advanced in the world.

3 days ago

Sensex, Nifty open higher amid mixed global cues

Eight of India's top 10 firms add over Rs 2 lakh crore in value last week

The recent corrective phase came to an end, and the week concluded on a solid note as the NSE Nifty rose 417.75 points (1.64 per cent) and the BSE Sensex advanced 1,346.50 points (1.62 per cent). Meanwhile, the two industries that contributed most to the creation of wealth were telecom and energy.

4 days ago

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

Trade talks: Donald Trump sends positive signals on US-India relations

Trump told reporters at the White House that his talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi were "going great" and that a visit to Delhi could take place next year.

7 days ago

India extends Rs 4,000 crore line of credit to Bhutan, grants land in Varanasi for Bhutanese temple

In another key development to strengthen bilateral cultural ties PM Modi announced the granting of land in Varanasi for building a Bhutanese Temple and Guest House in the holy city.

9 days ago

Over 150 products may see rate cut in GST Council meet this week

GST 2.0 comes as big boon for India's artisans

The entire handloom sector in Assam stands to gain from the GST reforms. In a state with more than 12.83 lakh weavers and about 12.46 lakh looms, the impact is far-reaching. The GST rate cut on handlooms and crafts will also benefit Assam Jaapi, Asharikandi terracotta, Mishing handloom, Pani Meteka, and Bihu dhol, among others.

11 days ago

India, Armenia Strengthen Diplomatic Engagements at 11th Foreign Office Consultations in Yerevan

Sibi George also called on Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan. During the occasion, an agreement on Cooperation in the field of public health and medical science between the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India and the Ministry of Health of Armenia was also signed by Indian Ambassador to Armenia Nilakshi Saha Sinha and Armenian Deputy Minister of Health Lena Nanushyan.

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India's warehousing growth sees 16 pc growth in July-Sep, manufacturing leads

Manufacturing occupiers (excluding FMCG and FMCD) maintained their lead as the largest demand driver, contributing 44 per cent of total transactions in Q3 2025 and 45 per cent YTD. The sector clocked a 56 per cent YoY increase in volumes in the first nine months of 2025.

13 days ago

History-sheeter stabbed in full public view in Hyderabad succumbs to injuries

This was the second stabbing incident in the city in two days. On Tuesday, a 45-year-old painter was brutally murdered by three men and a teenager in the Nacharam area following a trivial argument over spilled chutney. The victim, Murali Krishna, was allegedly tortured for two hours before being stabbed to death.

14 days ago

India to become world's 3rd largest economy soon: FM Sitharaman

She highlighted that as many as 25 million people have been lifted out of multidimensional poverty, emphasising the need to strengthen India-centric research and policy engagement and develop models suited to emerging economies.

15 days ago

Indian stock market opens lower amid fresh US tariff concerns

India's M&A market stays steady amid global uncertainty: Report

North America led all regions, accounting for 62 per cent of global M&;A activity, while Europe saw mixed results. However, Asia-Pacific fell 19 per cent to a ten-year low of $284 billion, while Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia recorded a 6 per cent increase in aggregate deal value, though activity remains below the 10-year average.

17 days ago

ISRO Chairman hail successful launch of India's heaviest communication satellite

"Heartiest congratulations to @ISRO and our brilliant scientists on the successful launch of CMS-03, India's heaviest communication satellite. A shining example of how innovation, dedication, and vision continue to propel Bharat's space sector to greater heights, touching lives and strengthening national progress," Scindia posted on X.

17 days ago

Al Qaeda issues lone wolf call in India, marking alarming tactical shift

The AQIS was launched in 2014 with the sole goal of carrying out strikes in the sub-continent. While it was formed in Afghanistan, it had stated that its primary focus would be India.

20 days ago

Inflation soars across Pakistan due to border conflict with Afghanistan

Prices of vegetables and fruits have increased to a record high in Pakistan. Tomatoes are being sold at Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 450 per kilogramme, garlic at PKR 600 per kilogramme, ginger at PKR 800, peas at PKR 400, onions at PKR 180 and radish at PKR 150 per kilogramme, leading Pakistani daily 'The Express Tribune' reported. The price of Kandhari pomegranates has increased to PKR 450 per kg, while grapes from Chaman are now sold over PKR 550 per kilogramme.

21 days ago

India rejects 'biased' UN report claiming Pahalgam massacre influenced treatment of Rohingya refugees

India has strongly denounced as biased and communal a human rights report on Myanmar that claims the Pahalgam terrorist massacre in April affected the treatment of Rohingya migrants.

22 days ago

Indian small finance banks' advances poised to cross Rs 2 lakh crore this fiscal

"This fiscal, credit growth in the non-microfinance segments is expected to be 23-25 per cent. While lower interest rates will support demand for affordable housing, policy spurs for MSMEs and tailwinds from the recent reduction in the goods and services tax on vehicle loans will be helpful, too," said Aparna Kirubakaran, Director, Crisil Ratings.

23 days ago

Pakistan's ISI hires global voices to wage propaganda war against India

Further, there are also videos in circulation that paint a different picture of the Jammu and Kashmir issue. They travel to the Union Territory and then shoot videos. During the commentary, they intentionally refer to it as Indian occupied Kashmir. This is what Pakistan calls Jammu and Kashmir. India has condemned Pakistan's take on numerous occasions and made it clear that the Kashmir issue is an internal one and Jammu and Kashmir is very much part of the country and belongs to no one else.