Finance

India to Restrict FDI in Sensitive Sectors to Safeguard National Interest

By Editor - News Desk October 24, 2024

India will implement restrictions on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in specific sectors to safeguard national security, announced Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during an interactive session at Wharton Business School, U.S., on October 22. Sitharaman emphasized that while India welcomes foreign investment, it must ensure that such investments align with the country’s

Government Policies

India Bans Drone Imports to Boost Local Manufacturing and Innovation

By Editor - News Desk October 24, 2024

India has taken a decisive step to ban drone imports, a move aimed at bolstering local innovation and manufacturing within the country. Union Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu announced the ban during the National Drone Summit in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh. The government believes this strategy will empower Indian startups and entrepreneurs in the […]

Government Policies

Nitin Gadkari Reviews Key Highway Projects in Assam, Sikkim, Mizoram

By Editor - News Desk October 22, 2024

Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, chaired a comprehensive review meeting in Delhi to assess the progress of vital National Highway projects in Assam, Sikkim, and Mizoram. The meeting saw participation from key officials including Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union MoS Shri Ajay Tamta, and […]

Government Policies

India’s Push for Sustainable Energy at G-STIC Conference

By Editor - News Desk October 22, 2024

Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, addressed the 7th G-STIC Delhi Conference on October 22, 2024, highlighting India’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions. The conference, organized by TERI and VITO, marked its first appearance in India and focused on “Harmonizing Technology, Policy, and Business Pathways for a

International

India, Singapore Strengthen Defence Ties at Ministerial Dialogue

By Editor - News Desk October 22, 2024

On October 22, 2024, India’s Raksha Mantri, Shri Rajnath Singh, and Singapore’s Minister of Defence, Dr. Ng Eng Hen, co-chaired the sixth India-Singapore Defence Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi. Both leaders acknowledged the enduring and strong bilateral defence relationship, which is grounded in a shared commitment to regional peace, stability, and security.

International

PM Modi Highlights India-Russia Friendship in Bilateral Talks

By Editor - News Desk October 22, 2024

In a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on October 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sincere gratitude for the warm hospitality extended by Russia. The meeting took place in Kazan, coinciding with the BRICS summit, which PM Modi attended with a focus on strengthening international cooperation. PM Modi emphasized the historical […]

Business

Crude Oil Prices See Biggest Weekly Drop in a Year Amid China Slowdown

By Editor - News Desk October 20, 2024

International crude oil prices logged their biggest weekly decline in a year, with Brent crude futures falling by 1.87% to $73.06 per barrel and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) settling 2.05% lower at $69.22 per barrel. Brent crude fell over 7% this week, marking its largest decline since September 2022, while WTI saw an 8% […]

International

Saudi Arabia a ‘Comfortable’ Venue for Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

By Editor - News Desk October 20, 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed that Saudi Arabia could serve as a “comfortable” venue for peace talks to resolve the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Speaking on the sidelines of the BRICS summit on October 19, 2024, Putin highlighted his close personal relationship with the Saudi royal family and emphasized Saudi Arabia’s sincere efforts in

Law & Order

Explosion Damages Wall at CRPF School in Delhi, No Casualties Reported

By Editor - News Desk October 20, 2024

A massive explosion occurred near the CRPF school in Delhi’s Rohini area early this morning, damaging the school’s wall but fortunately causing no casualties. The incident took place at 7:47 am, sparking a rapid response from forensic teams and Delhi Police’s special cell, who are currently investigating the cause of the blast. Investigation Underway as […]

Science Space & Astronomy

ESA’s Proba-3 Mission Clears Final Test Ahead of ISRO Launch

By Editor - News Desk October 20, 2024

The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission has successfully completed its final test, clearing the way for its upcoming launch by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on November 29. This groundbreaking mission, consisting of two satellites, aims to create an artificial solar eclipse in space, allowing scientists to study the Sun’s elusive corona in