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India to remain fastest growing economy in next 2 years at 6.4 to 6.6 pc growth: OECD
New Delhi, March 17: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) expects India to remain the fastest-growing major economy over the next two years with the country’s GDP growth rate projected at 6.4 per cent for 2025 and at 6.6 per cent in 2026.
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon highlights strong Kiwi-Indian ties at Raisina Dialogue
New Delhi, March 17: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Monday highlighted the long-standing relationship between Indians and New Zealanders, emphasising over two centuries of shared history at the Raisina Dialogue 2025 in New Delhi.
Proud of what Indian community does for our country: New Zealand PM
New Delhi, March 17: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon praised the Indian community in his country on Monday for its significant role in shaping the island nation's progress.
Formula 1: Norris hails McLaren's progress after securing pole in Australia GP
Melbourne, March 15: Lando Norris was beaming with joy after securing pole position for the Australian Grand Prix, outpacing teammate Oscar Piastri and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in a dramatic qualifying session at Albert Park.
Formula 1: Norris pips Piastri to take pole in qualifying at Australian GP
Melbourne, March 15: Lando Norris surged to pole position for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, the McLaren driver having just edged out teammate Oscar Piastri by 0.084s to secure a front row lockout for the reigning Teams’ Champions at the Albert Park.
Waiting for PM Modi to visit New Zealand, says Indian diaspora ahead of Luxon's India trip
Auckland, March 14: The huge Indian diaspora community in New Zealand is hoping that Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, who is travelling to India this weekend, manages to convince Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit New Zealand at the earliest opportunity.
F1: McLaren shows strong pace, but Norris seeks more consistency in Australian GP
Melbourne, March 14: McLaren's Lando Norris had a mixed opening day at the Australian Grand Prix, posting strong times in practice but voicing concerns over inconsistencies in his low-fuel runs.
Mauritius: Thousands of people throng streets to catch a glimpse of PM Modi
Port Louis, March 13: In a remarkable gesture, people in Mauritius lined up for kilometers to catch a glimpse of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he was on his way to visit Ganga Talao, a significant spot in Mauritius.
India connection! Mauritians thronged streets to catch glimpse of PM Modi on way to Ganga Talao
Port Louis, March 13: While we have often seen crowds thronging the streets for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India, what was seen in Mauritius during his two-day visit was a reminder of the deep ties between the two nations.
Mauritius ministers thank PM Modi for visit, talk about further strengthening ties with India
New Delhi, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed a community programme in Port Louis during his visit to Mauritius at the invitation of the country's Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam.
Was fortunate to be able to see him live: Miss Mauritius Kushboo Ramnawaj on meeting PM Modi
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Mauritius began with a warm welcome in Port Louis on Tuesday.
Mauritius MPs Mahend Gungapersad, Ajay Gunness hail PM Modi's gesture of presenting OCI card to PM Ramgoolam
Port Louis, March 12: Mauritius Members of Parliament Mahend Gungapersad and Ajay Gunness welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to present the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card to his Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam and termed it a "proof of friendship" between two nations.
Many families of Mauritius couldn't attend Maha Kumbh...: PM Modi brings holy Sangam water for Mauritius
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighted the connection between the recently concluded Maha Kumbh Mela and the people of Mauritius while stating that many people from the island nation participated in the religious congregation in Prayagraj.
Mauritius PM hosts state dinner for PM Modi, says honoured you've accepted my invitation
Port Louis, March 12: Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam hosted a state dinner on Tuesday, in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and stated that he is "immensely proud and honoured" on PM Modi accepting his invitation.
PM Modi to attend Mauritius community event amid warm welcome, interact with diaspora
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend a major community event in Port Louis, Mauritius, where members of the Indian diaspora have gathered in anticipation of his arrival.
When you come here, you enrich our country as well: Mauritius PM Ramgoolam hails PM Modi's visit
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navinchandra Ramgoolam hailed the visit of PM Modi to Mauritius and thanked the Indian government for its wide-ranging activities in the country aimed at further developing Mauritius. He reiterated the historic significance of the deep rooted cultural ties between the two countries and thanked the Prime Minister for extending the OCI cards to the citizens of Mauritius.
PM Modi spreads Holi cheer in Mauritius, says will take colours with me to India
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Indian diaspora in Mauritius, reminiscing about his previous visit to the island nation exactly 10 years ago, which coincided with the festive occasion of Holi.
Indian diaspora elated as PM Modi connects with Mauritius during historic visit
Mauritius, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Port Louis on Tuesday morning sparked an outpouring of excitement and pride among the Indian diaspora in Mauritius.
You enrich our country: Mauritius PM hails Indian diaspora's contribution
Port Louis, March 11: As he addressed a vibrant gathering of the Indian community and friends of India along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Trianon Convention Centre in Port Louis on Tuesday, Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam said that he "highly appreciates" Indian diaspora's contribution to the Mauritian economy and lauded India's rise various emerging sectors over the last 10 years.
Relationship of faith between India and Mauritius major basis of our friendship: PM Modi
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed the deep-rooted cultural connection between India and Mauritius, that he said is evident in the warmth of the diaspora present in the Indian Ocean archipelago nation.
Indians in Mauritius welcome PM Modi with traditional Bihari Geet Gawai
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed in Mauritius on Tuesday with traditional Bihari tradition of Geet Gawai.
PM Modi welcomed with traditional Bihari 'Geet Gawai' in Mauritius
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed in Mauritius on Tuesday morning as he arrived for a significant two-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between India and the island nation.
Ahead of PM Modi's Mauritius visit, 27-year-old pictures of his 'Mini India' tour surfaces
New Delhi, March 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to Mauritius, where he will be the chief guest of island nation’s 57th National Day celebrations. During the visit, India and Mauritius are also expected to ink a raft of agreements to strengthen bilateral relations.
PM Modi's Mauritius connection, a 27-year-old bond
New Delhi, March 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Mauritius is not his first to the island nation. In fact, his ties with Mauritius date back to 1998, when he visited the country and "held no public office, working tirelessly for the BJP."
PM Modi's Mauritius visit sparks excitement among Indian diaspora
Port Louis, March 10: Indian diaspora members in Mauritius are eagerly preparing to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of the Holi festival and the country's National Day celebrations.
EAM Jaishankar highlights 'focus' of Indian consulate in Belfast
Belfast, March 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the newly inaugurated Indian consulate in Belfast, the "meeting point for the UK with the European Union", will not only serve the growing diaspora but also help in exploring economic opportunities.
EAM Jaishankar inaugurates new Indian Consulate in Belfast
Belfast, March 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar inaugurated the new Consulate General of India in Belfast, Northern Ireland, on Friday. He shared insights into how the inauguration of the Consulate came into being and how it will help cater to the needs of a growing diaspora.
The government has your back says EAM S Jaishankar to Indian community in Dublin
Dublin, March 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday interacted with the Indian community in Dublin during his visit to Ireland. The Minister said that in recent times India has gained a better reputation for defending its interests.
Maharashtra government transfers eight bureaucrats
Mumbai, March 6: The Maharashtra government on Thursday transferred eight bureaucrats. The government has transferred Radhabinod Aribam Sharma, an IAS of 2012 batch, who is a Joint Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA, and posted as Municipal Commissioner, Meera-Bhayander Municipal Corporation.
DHL to cut 8000 jobs in Germany
Frankfurt, March 6: Germany's logistics giant DHL Group announced on Thursday that it will cut 8,000 jobs at Post and Parcel Germany, a division dealing with post and parcels in Germany, as part of a broader cost-cutting initiative aimed at saving up to 1 billion euros (1.08 billion US dollars) in 2025.
Amphibians bounce-back from Earth's greatest mass extinction: Study
England, March 5: Researchers at the University of Bristol discovered that ancient frog ancestors survived the biggest mass extinction of species by eating on freshwater prey that evaded terrestrial predators.
IAS officers want to show supremacy over IPS, IFS officers: Supreme Court
New Delhi, March 5: The Supreme Court on Wednesday made a significant observation, stating that Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers often try to assert their superiority over Indian Police Service (IPS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers.
Ajay Bhadoo appointed as CEO of Government e Marketplace
New Delhi, March 5: The Government of India has appointed Additional Secretary in the Department of Commerce Ajay Bhadoo, as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Government e Marketplace (GeM) with effect from March 3, 2025.
Sadia Khateeb on bonding over bikes with her 'The Diplomat' co-star John Abraham
Mumbai, March 4: After delivering two cinematic jewels with "Shikara" and "Raksha Bandhan", actress Sadia Khateeb is all set to captivate audiences once again with her next, "The Diplomat".
J&K: The Officer's IAS opens in Rajouri, offering accessible UPSC coaching
Rajouri, March 4: The Officer's IAS, a premier coaching institute, has opened its doors in Rajouri, providing much-needed relief to aspirants who earlier had to travel outside the district for coaching.
MoS Margherita interacts with Indian diaspora in The Bahamas
Nassau, March 3: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita connected with the Indian diaspora in the Bahamas during his first-ever bilateral visit.
India, Flanders must collaborate on water, waste management: Flemish Minister-President
New Delhi, March 3: Flanders' Minister-President Matthias Diependaele on Monday called for stronger collaboration between India and Flanders in tackling water and waste management challenges, emphasizing that while the scale may be different, both regions face similar threats from climate change.
IAS Madhu Rani Teotia appointed Secretary to Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, February 28: Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Madhu Rani Teotia has been appointed as Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's secretary.
Delhi L-G orders transfer of five IAS officers, three assigned to CM's Office
New Delhi, Feb 28: The Delhi Lieutenant Governor (L-G) V.K. Saxena on Thursday issued transfer and posting orders for five Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers.
Maharashtra govt transfers 7 bureaucrats
Mumbai, Feb 25: The Maharashtra government on Tuesday transferred seven bureaucrats ahead of the upcoming Budget session of the State Legislature starting from March 3.