The Supreme Court of India on Monday told WhatsApp and its parent company Meta that they must strictly comply with Indian laws or be prepared to exit the country. The court made it clear that commercial interests cannot override the fundamental rights and privacy of Indian citizens. A Bench headed by Chief Justice Suryakant said Read More…
Mumbai: The Indian rupee strengthened sharply on Monday, rising 119 paise to 90.30 against the US dollar, driven by positive sentiment following the India–US trade deal and the reduction of US tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent. Forex traders said the tariff cut has changed market perception by improving India’s relative position compared Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday thanked US President Donald Trump for reducing the tariff imposed on India to 18 per cent, calling the move a boost to bilateral cooperation between the world’s two largest democracies. In a social media post, Modi said he was expressing gratitude on behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, Read More…
Ludhiana: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the new terminal building at Halwara Airport, calling it a moment of immense joy for the people of Punjab, especially those living in Ludhiana and nearby areas. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said the modern terminal marks a significant leap in Punjab’s aviation infrastructure and will Read More…
New Delhi: In a bold infrastructure vision unveiled in the Union Budget, the Centre has announced seven high-speed “growth connectors” with a staggering investment of ₹16 lakh crore, positioning Bengaluru as a major hub in India’s future bullet train network. As part of the plan, bullet train corridors connecting Bengaluru with Chennai and Hyderabad have Read More…
New Delhi: In another setback for the hospitality and food service sectors, oil marketing companies have increased the price of commercial LPG cylinders by ₹50, just hours ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget. The hike applies to 19-kg LPG cylinders used for commercial purposes, impacting hotels, restaurants, catering units, and other business establishments Read More…
New Delhi: The Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced sweeping price changes across key sectors, offering relief to patients and manufacturers while making several luxury and imported goods more expensive. In a major boost for healthcare, prices of 17 medicines, including those used for cancer and diabetes treatment, will be reduced. Read More…
Kerala has expressed strong disappointment over the Union Budget, with State Industries Minister P. Rajeeve stating that the proposals have once again overlooked the state’s key development priorities. He noted that Kerala was the first state in India to come forward with a high-speed rail project, yet it has been excluded from the Centre’s list Read More…
Mumbai: In a historic moment for Maharashtra politics, Sunetra Pawar was sworn in as the state’s Deputy Chief Minister on Friday, becoming the first woman ever to hold the post. The oath of office was administered by the Maharashtra Governor at a ceremony held at Raj Bhavan, attended by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and senior Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the inclusion of Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand Wetland in Gujarat as India’s newest Ramsar sites, highlighting the country’s continued commitment to the conservation of wetlands and biodiversity. In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister said the recognition reflects India’s growing Read More…