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'India First' has become the mantra of country's foreign policy, says PM Modi
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke about India’s rising prominence and growing stature on the world stage and how the global powers are keenly keeping a watch on the country because of its growth trajectory.
Two days before deadline, Pakistan deports 213 Afghan refugees
Rawalpindi, March 28: Over 200 Afghan refugees have been deported by Islamabad to their home country as Pakistan remains determined on its mass deportation plan.
Suneet Mehta, High Commissioner to Fiji, concurrently accredited to Tuvalu
New Delhi, March 28: Suneet Mehta, High Commissioner of India to Fiji, has been concurrently accredited as the High Commissioner of India to Tuvalu, with residence in Suva
Suneet Mehta, High Commissioner to Fiji, concurrently accredited to Tuvalu
New Delhi, March 27: Suneet Mehta, High Commissioner of India to Fiji, has been concurrently accredited as the High Commissioner of India to Tuvalu, with residence in Suva
Internal reservation: K'taka Cabinet approves interim report of Justice Nagamohan Das Commission
Bengaluru, March 27: The Karnataka Cabinet has approved the interim report submitted by the one-man commission headed by retired Justice H.N. Nagamohan Das, which was constituted to study and recommend internal reservation within the Scheduled Castes.
DoT, NABARD to provide high-speed broadband for digital empowerment in rural areas
New Delhi, March 27: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) on Thursday signed an MoU for digital empowerment in rural areas across the country.
Drones and loitering munitions key highlights at 'Ex Prachand Prahaar'
Kolkata, March 27: Swarm drones, kamikaze drones and loitering munitions were key highlights of the tri-services integrated multi-domain exercise Prachand Prahaar being held by the Army's Eastern Command in rugged, high-altitude terrain in Arunachal Pradesh.
2.18 lakh gram panchayats have BharatNet link for high-speed Internet services: Minister
New Delhi, March 27: As many as 2.18 lakh gram panchayats out of the total 2.68 lakh in the country have been made service-ready for providing high-speed internet services under the BharatNet project, according to information tabled in Parliament.
India among 5 'exemplar countries' in child mortality reduction: UN
New Delhi, March 27: With better health system investment, including Ayushman Bharat programme, India has been ranked among the five ‘exemplar countries’ in child mortality reduction, according to a report by the United Nations.
Govt's Sahkar taxi initiative to launch bike, cab, auto services to compete with Ola, Uber
New Delhi, March 27: The Union government has announced to launch new cooperative-based taxi service called "Sahkar Taxi" that will provide bike, cab, and auto services, to compete with popular ride-hailing platforms like Ola, Uber, and Rapido.
'Prachand Prahaar', Army's tri-service multi-domain warfare exercise in Arunachal Pradesh
New Delhi, March 27: In a powerful demonstration of joint operational capability, the Indian Army on Thursday conducted a highly effective and important 'Integrated Multi-Domain Exercise'.
'Rust' trailer debuts: Alec Baldwin's film's long-awaited release date announced
Washington, March 27: The highly anticipated Western film 'Rust' has finally unveiled its first trailer, showcasing Alec Baldwin in the role of Harland Rust, an aging outlaw caught in a desperate race against time.
Trump announces 25 per cent tariff on imported cars
Washington, March 27: US President Donald Trump raised tariffs on imported automobiles and parts to 25 per cent and indicated that the reciprocal tariff system that goes into effect on April 2 will be “lenient”.
India becomes third largest tea exporter, earns revenue of Rs 7,111 crore in 2024
Jalpaiguri (West Bengal), March 26: The tea industry in the country is expanding continuously, as in the year 2024, tea exports increased to a record 254.67 million kg, with India surpassing Sri Lanka, becoming the third largest tea exporter in the world.
Always tried to embrace challenges: Jyotiraditya Scindia
New Delhi, March 26: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, citing his studies in Harvard, said that he had always tried to embrace challenges and advised students to move out of their comfort zones and explore new things, if they wanted to grow.
K'taka: BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal expelled over party discipline breach
Bengaluru, March 26: Basanagouda Patil Yatnal, BJP MLA from Bijapur City in Karnataka, has been expelled from the party for six years due to his repeated violations of party discipline and controversial remarks against senior party leaders, including former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa.
GIFT City advances in Global Financial Centres Index 37, secures top spot in reputational advantage and improves FinTech ranking
Gandhinagar, March 26: Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City)-- India's first operational smart city and maiden International Financial Services Centre-- has achieving notable improvements in multiple categories in the latest edition of the Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 37), an official release added.
Protected windows for international cricket among sustainable changes sought by World Cricketers' Association
New Delhi, March 26: In its comprehensive report to fix cricket’s ever-busy landscape, the World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) has called for protected windows to play international cricket, as well as for having more equitable revenue distribution and making ICC a global governing body.
Petrol consumption decline to 12-month low, diesel consumption at 5-month low: Report
New Delhi, March 26: India's fuel consumption saw a decline in February 2025, primarily due to a shift towards alternative fuel sources such as electric vehicles (EVs) and compressed natural gas (CNG), according to a report by SBI Securities.
PM Matru Vandana Yojana severely underfunded: Sonia Gandhi
New Delhi, March 26: Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson and Rajya Sabha MP, Sonia Gandhi, on Wednesday raised concerns in the Rajya Sabha over the underfunding of the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) and the non-fulfilment of maternity entitlements under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013.
Argentina football team set for India visit in October
New Delhi, March 26: The Argentina national football team, led by Lionel Messi, will visit India in October 2025 for an international exhibition match, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) made the announcement on Wednesday.
India sees 103 pc increase in internship opportunities since 2022: Report
Bengaluru, March 26: India has seen a staggering 103 per cent increase in internship postings over the past three years, according to a report on Wednesday.
African Union appeals for funding for peace efforts in Somalia
Mogadishu, March 26: The African Union Commission's newly-elected Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has called on the international community to fund stabilisation efforts in Somalia.
UN alarmed by continuing attacks on Sudan's civilians: Spokesman
United Nations, March 26: Continuing attacks on civilians in Sudan, including a deadly air strike on a North Darfur market, has "gravely alarmed" the United Nations, a UN spokesman said.
Belgium closely following Mehul Choksi case, says government spokesperson
By Sahil Pandey, Brussels, March 26: The Belgian government is closely monitoring the case of fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi, emphasising that it is being handled with significant attention, according to David Jordens, Spokesperson and Head of Service for social media and press at Belgium's Federal Public Service (FPS) Foreign Affairs.
Two new faces join ICC Elite Panel of Umpires
Dubai, March 25: The International Cricket Council (ICC) have announced updates to the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires, with Allahudien Paleker and Alex Wharf joining the panel, while Michael Gough and Joel Wilson make way for the two new entrants, as per the official website of ICC.
International Buddhist Confederation strengthens Buddhist ties with Myanmar through academic and cultural collaboration
Yangon, March 25: In a significant step towards fostering stronger Buddhist connections between India and Myanmar, a high-level delegation from the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) concluded a four-day visit to Myanmar.
FIFA WC qualifiers: England, Poland and Albania ease to victory
London, March 25: A glorious free-kick from Reece James set England en route to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Latvia in the UEFA qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Egypt condemns Israel's establishment of 'agency' to displace Gaza population
Cairo, March 25: Egypt strongly condemned Israel's establishment of an agency aimed at displacing Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, and its approval of 13 new settlements in the West Bank.
575 publishers from 92 countries to participate in 4th International Booksellers Conference in Sharjah
Sharjah, March 24: Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), has announced that the fourth International Booksellers Conference will be held on 7-8 April at Expo Centre Sharjah.
India's Tanvi Khanna begins with solid win on day-1 of Indian Open
Mumbai, March 24: India, which had been awaiting the return of international squash to its shores, welcomed the Indian Open with a day full of fiery matches and determined performances here at the Bombay Gymkhana on Monday.
North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Homoeopathy organises Yoga event in Meghalaya
Shillong, March 24: As part of the countdown to the International Day of Yoga-2025 in a fusion of tradition, nature, and well-being, yoga practitioners unrolled their mats at one of India’s most astonishing natural marvels – the ‘Double Decker Living Root Bridge’ in Meghalaya’s East Khasi Hills district on Monday
Italian President denounces US tariff as 'unacceptable'
Rome, March 24: Italian President Sergio Mattarella on Monday criticised the proposed US tariffs, calling them "unacceptable to all".
UN records over one lakh cholera cases in eastern, southern Africa in 14 months
Nairobi, March 24: More than 178,000 cases of cholera have been confirmed in 16 countries in eastern and southern Africa from January 2024 to March 2025, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) said on Monday.
SEBI eases investment rules for category II AIFs, allows investments in lower-rated listed debt
Mumbai, March 24: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Monday announced that it has eased investment norms for Category II Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), allowing them to invest in listed debt securities that are rated 'A' or below.
DK Shivakumar meets Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar at his residence
Bengaluru, March 24: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday met veteran actress Shabana Azmi and legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar at his residence in Sadashivanagar.
India look to continue robust record against Bangladesh
Shillong, March 24: On Tuesday, March 25, India and Bangladesh will face off for the 29th time in international football. The subcontinental rivalry, perhaps the biggest in the region, has been dominated by the Blue Tigers, who have won 14 contests -- including the first one at the 1978 Asian Games -- lost just four, and 10 have ended in draws, as per the AIFF Media Team.
Pune to host Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 tournament
Pune, March 24: Pune will host the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group-1 tournament for the first time in tennis history of the country, while Maharashtra will be hosting the event after a gap of 25 years from April 8 to 12 at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex.
WHO in Western Pacific urges action to end tuberculosis by 2030
Manila, March 24: The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday called on countries to take "urgent and decisive action" to end Tuberculosis (TB) by 2030.
'38 hrs since Mahrang Baloch's detention': Amnesty International demands release of Baloch rights leader
Islamabad, March 23: Amnesty International South Asia, Regional Office on Sunday called on Pakistani authorities to immediately release Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch and all others being detained for exercising their right to peaceful protest.