India

US holds 2+2 dialogue with India on securing strategic cooperation in Indo-Pacific region

During the intersessional meeting, the two sides will discuss ways to advance cooperation on critical diplomatic and security priorities.

Aug 22, 2019

India's largest cookie-maker Parle may cut up to 10,000 jobs amid economic slowdown

A sharp drop in Parle's biscuit sales means the company may have to slash production, which may result in layoffs of 8,000-10,000 people.

Aug 21, 2019

Modi calls up Trump, raises Pak's anti-India rhetoric

Modi told Trump that the extreme rhetoric and incitement to anti-India violence by certain leaders in the region was not conducive to peace.

Aug 20, 2019

India isolates Pakistan at UN by winning the diplomatic war

By restating its position on how Pakistan remains a rogue state indulging in unabashed state-sponsored terror through proxies, India once again notched up major brownie points with the world community at large

Aug 17, 2019

UNSC accepts India's efforts to bring normalcy to Kashmir, says envoy

Security Council said 'some' were trying to masquerade national statements as the will of the international community and agreed with India's position of Article 370 being an internal matter.

Aug 17, 2019

J&K Art 370 revocation does not impact LAC in Ladakh, Jaishankar tells Chinese FM Wang Yi

S Jaishankar told Chinese foreign minister that the matter concerning India's legislative decisions is an internal matter for India and the Chinese side should base its assessment on realities.

Aug 13, 2019

Pakistan reactivates terrorist training camps in PoK amid tension over Article 370 move

Earlier last week, Indian forces foiled major infiltration bid by Pakistan's Border Action Team (BAT) on forward post along the LoC in the Keran Sector, killing at least five intruders.

Aug 10, 2019

India won't play Davis Cup fixture in Pakistan due to revocation of Article 370?

The Indian team were supposed to play a Davis Cup tie in Pakistan after 55 years but due to political unrest, it is now unlikely to happen.

Aug 9, 2019

India rejects China's 'unacceptable' claim on revoking special status of Kashmir

India's firm talk comes after China on Tuesday sided with its all-weather friend Pakistan in voicing "serious concern" over the Kashmir situation.

Aug 7, 2019

China, Pakistan slam India's move to change Kashmir's special status

Indian foreign ministry spokesman Raveesh Kumar said splitting Jammu and Kashmir into federal territories was a domestic issue.

Aug 7, 2019

Is China blackmailing India into using Huawei's 5G infrastructure?

China has threatened Indian businesses operating in China of 'reverse sanctions' if India decides to block Huawei.

Aug 7, 2019

India's auto crisis deepens, tens of thousands losing jobs

Initial estimates suggest that automakers, parts manufacturers and dealers have laid off about 350,000 workers since April.

Aug 7, 2019

Gautam Gambhir slams Shahid Afridi for condemning revocation of Article 370 in Kashmir

The former Indian cricketer, who is also a BJP MP, hit back at the former Pakistan captain as the latter asked for UN's intervention.

Aug 6, 2019

New 'dengue-like disease' spreading among children in Bangalore

Factors such as rains and re-opening of schools have attributed to the spread of the infection among children.

Aug 5, 2019

Ex Maldives vice-president Ahmed Adeeb sent back after India rejected asylum plea

Ahmed Adeeb was facing an active travel ban by the Supreme Court of Maldives. He was also facing investigation for corruption and money laundering.

Aug 3, 2019

India's housing mess: 1.74 lakh homes stalled across major cities

The National Capital Region (NCR) has the largest pile-up of stalled units with 1.18 lakh homes spread over 67 projects with an overall value of Rs 82,200 crore.

Aug 1, 2019

India boosts air power; inks Rs 1,500 crore missile deal with Russia

The new missiles will enhance Indian military prowess by providing Sukhoi the capability to attack the enemy at long range.

Jul 30, 2019

India to be third biggest economy by 2024, says Amit Shah

Amit Shah was speaking at the second ground-breaking ceremony in Lucknow which saw the launch of more than 250 projects worth Rs 65,000 crore.

Jul 28, 2019

India urges Iran to release sailors from detained MT Riah tanker

Around 45 Indian crew members from three vessels, MT Riah, Stena Impero and Grace 1, have been detained by the UK and Iran authorities over alleged violations of international maritime security rules.

Jul 27, 2019

Here's why Make in India's defence promises remain unfulfilled

The defence sector under the government initiative has been criticised for purchasing weaponry without transfer of technology.

Jul 26, 2019