Private screening of Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story to be held in Indonesia
An international publicity campaign for Akbar Khan’s ‘Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story’ has been crafted for its first overseas release, introduced one country at...
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ISRO’s PSLV-C58 XPoSat: A Revolutionary Contribution to Space Research
While India has already established space-based X-ray astronomy with a focus on imaging and time domain studies, XPoSat's mission goes beyond by measuring the polarisation of X-rays in the energy band of 8-30 keV emitted by approximately 50 potential cosmic sources.
Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League look forward towards 4th term amidst opposition boycotts
The deteriorating human rights situation in Bangladesh has become a focal point of international attention, notably centring on allegations of political repression. This includes a disturbing pattern of arrests, enforced disappearances, and even reported killings targeting opposition supporters.
Vodafone Idea shares extend rally, surging 10% amidst fundraising hopes despite lingering uncertainties
This surge in Vodafone Idea's shares following a 20% jump on Friday, has ignited hope among investors eagerly awaiting clarity on the company's crucial fundraising plans.
Muted start for Indian markets in 2024: tech and financials weigh, but mid-caps show promise
The blue-chip Nifty 50 dipped 0.08% to settle at 21,714.15 points, while the S&P BSE Sensex closed 0.15% lower at 72,132.72. The drag came primarily from high-weightage sectors like financials (-0.25%) and information technology (-0.25%), reflecting profit-booking after their strong run in 2023.
Militants launch surprise attack on Manipur Police Commandos in Moreh; 4 injured
The assault took place several hours following an earlier attack on a different group of Manipur Police commandos along the Imphal-Moreh highway.
Desert Cyclone 2024: India-UAE Joint Military Exercise to Commence Soon
The primary objective of 'Desert Cyclone 2024' is to enhance interoperability and facilitate the exchange of best practices in Urban Operations, as stated by the Indian Army.
India’s Political Arena: Memes and Trolling – Unmasking the Dark Side Ahead of the 2024 Elections
Political trolling by India's political parties has implications that extend beyond domestic politics, impacting the international image of the country. Political leaders need to consider the broader consequences of their online behaviour on India's standing in the global community and its ability to attract positive attention, investments, and partnerships on the international stage.
The Price of a Staple: Rice Inflation Hangs Heavy on Asian Households
The epicentre of this crisis lies in the paddy fields. El Niño, the capricious dance of ocean currents, has brought with it relentless dry spells, scorching crops and shrinking yields
India’s trade measures imposes punitive duties on Chinese imports
The move follows New Delhi's expression of concern regarding the expanding trade deficit with Beijing, adding another layer of complexity to the strained bilateral relationship.
China Builds More Border Defense Villages Near Arunachal Pradesh Following 2022 Clash with Indian Soldiers: Tibetan Review
The developments underscore the ongoing tensions and strategic manoeuvring in the border areas between China and India, further intensifying concerns over territorial disputes and the geopolitical dynamics in the region.
Holiday cheer hits markets: HDFC Bank leads rally as top stocks soar
While Christmas kept markets closed on Monday, the remaining days proved fruitful for investors in companies like Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Bharti Airtel, ITC, SBI, and LIC.
Imran Khan faces setback as election body rejects his nomination for 2024 elections
While Pakistan's Supreme Court granted him bail in a case related to the leak of state secrets just last Friday, a high court had, a day prior, refused to suspend his disqualification from participating in the upcoming elections.
NIA continues crackdown on human trafficking, apprehends 4 additional suspects
The accused individuals were engaged in the unlawful infiltration into India through Tripura. They are connected to the human trafficking case that was filed by the NIA in Guwahati in October of this year.
Sri Lanka’s PM Extends Welcome to New Indian High Commissioner, Ensures Ongoing Collaboration
Mr Jha, who recently assumed his role as the High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, expressed his honour to be back in Colombo.
SCO Summit Marks Historic Expansion, Emphasizes Regional Unity and Collaboration
The overarching theme for the upcoming Summit is 'Towards a SECURE SCO,' with the term SECURE originating from Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's articulation during the 2018 SCO Summit
France-Bangladesh agreement paves way for climate collaboration
The France-Bangladesh agreement signifies a major step in climate collaboration that will address numerous climate challenges.