During his U.S. visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with top American tech leaders, including Sundar Pichai (Google) and Julie Sweet (Accenture), at a roundtable hosted by MIT. The discussion centered on cutting-edge technologies like AI, semiconductors, and quantum computing, with Modi emphasizing India’s ambitious goal to become a global tech powerhouse. He urged the Read More…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has revealed that the government is preparing to announce the next national census “very soon,” amid increasing calls from political parties for the inclusion of a caste-based census. Speaking at a public event, Shah underscored the importance of a comprehensive census but stopped short of providing a specific timeline. This Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the U.S. from September 21-23, 2024, is poised to be a crucial moment in bolstering India-U.S. ties, especially in key sectors like technology, security, and regional collaboration. Modi will participate in the Quad Summit alongside leaders from the U.S., Japan, and Australia, where discussions will focus on fostering Read More…
New Delhi: Amid growing controversy over the alleged presence of animal fat in the iconic laddoos served at the Tirumala Tirupati temple, Amul has stepped forward to refute any connection to the claims. In a clear and firm statement, Amul clarified that it never supplied ghee to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) and assured that Read More…
By our Commercial Correspondent New Delhi: India’s diamond sector is facing a severe crisis as both imports and exports have sharply declined in the past three years, triggering defaults, factory closures, and widespread job losses, think tank Global Trade Research Initiative’s Founder , Ajay Srivastava said here on Sept 18. It said while export returns Read More…
The BJP government is pushing forward with its ambitious “One Nation, One Election” proposal, which aims to hold simultaneous elections for both Parliament and state assemblies. As the bill is set to be introduced in Parliament, it faces significant constitutional hurdles. A two-thirds majority in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha is required to Read More…
The Supreme Court of India has imposed a temporary suspension on all bulldozer demolition drives across the country until October 1, 2024. This order responds to rising concerns over alleged misuse of demolition operations, particularly targeting marginalized communities without adhering to legal procedures. Multiple Public Interest Litigations (PILs) had been filed, challenging the legality of Read More…
Atishi is all set to become the new Chief Minister of Delhi, marking a historic moment as she becomes the first woman to hold the office since Sheila Dikshit, who governed for 15 years. This transition brings a fresh wave of leadership to the capital city, with Atishi expected to infuse her progressive vision into Read More…
On his 74th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was showered with heartfelt wishes from political leaders across the country. BJP and NDA leaders celebrated Modi’s transformative leadership, lauding him as a visionary who has guided India to new heights both nationally and globally. Home Minister Amit Shah praised Modi’s “unwavering determination” in improving public welfare Read More…
By Our Special Correspondent Kochi: A total of 313 passengers and four Railway employees died of train accidents in the 2023-24 financial year, Ministry of Railways said in response to information sought under the Right to Information Act. The number of deaths and injuries were the highest during 2023-24 and in almost half the Read More…