New Delhi : External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar has emphasized that the world is currently passing through an uncertain period, marked by geopolitical tensions, economic fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions. Speaking at an international forum, Jaishankar underscored the necessity of de-risking the global economy to build resilience against unpredictable challenges. Jaishankar highlighted that in…
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Israel : Israel has significantly expanded its military campaign in Gaza, launching ground operations in the central and southern parts of the region. This escalation follows a series of airstrikes that resulted in the deaths of at least 400 Palestinians, marking one of the deadliest days since the conflict began in October 2023. The Israeli…
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New Delhi : Rajasthan Royals will begin their IPL 2025 campaign without their regular captain, Sanju Samson, on the field for the first three matches. In his absence, young all-rounder Riyan Parag has been appointed as the interim skipper. Samson, however, will still be part of the playing XI but only as an impact player…
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The United States has announced that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to a partial ceasefire in the ongoing war against Russia. The ceasefire was discussed in talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to a statement from the White House, President Trump briefed President Zelensky in a phone call…
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UN, Mar 20 ,2025 : Australian peace activist and Global Peace Movement member Helen Caldicott has voiced optimism that the recent phone conversation between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump could pave the way for lasting global peace. “It is quite rare for a US President to engage directly with Putin, and…
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US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will impose reciprocal tariffs starting April 2, as Washington plans to mirror the tariffs imposed by other nations. Trump reiterated his stance on tariff equality, claiming that India is likely to lower the tariffs it imposes on American goods in response. The former president has…
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New Delhi : Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened in the green on Wednesday, March 20, 2025, tracking positive global cues after the US Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate unchanged. This decision reinforced investor confidence, fueling a rally across global markets, which in turn supported Indian equities. The 30-share BSE Sensex surged…
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New Delhi, March 19, 2025: In a significant address to the Rajya Sabha, Chairman raised concerns over the rising trend of freebies in electoral politics and called for the formulation of a national policy to ensure that government expenditures are utilized in a structured and transparent manner for the larger public interest. Highlighting the fiscal strain…
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New Delhi, March 19, 2025: The Union Cabinet has approved a major UPI (Unified Payments Interface) Incentive Scheme, aimed at boosting digital payments across India. This decision is expected to benefit merchants, banks, and digital payment service providers while promoting a cashless economy. Key Highlights of the UPI Incentive Scheme: ✔ Government-backed incentives for merchants…
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New Delhi, March 19, 2025: In a landmark announcement, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Lok Sabha that the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing for its next major lunar mission, Chandrayaan-4. The mission will introduce advanced lunar docking technology and a lunar sample collection system, marking a significant step toward India’s goal…
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