Defence Minister urges Russian defence industries to jointly manufacture in India

The defence minister said the Indian government is encouraging Orignal Equipment Manufacturers to make use of the ‘Make in India’ initiative.  Rajnath singh was addressing the CEOs of OEMs from the Russian defence industry after jointly inaugurating the ‘India-Russia Defence Industry Cooperation Conference’ with Russian Minister of Industry and Trade in Moscow.  He urged industry … Read more

550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev at historic Sultanpur Lodhi underway

Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh appealed to everyone to commemorate the auspicious event in the spirit of universal harmony, as propagated by the Great Guru. The Chief Minister also called upon the people to follow the Guru’s teachings of tolerance and harmony to counter the challenges of growing religious intolerance faced by the country. He … Read more

PM Modi inaugurates India International Science Festival 2019 in Kolkata 

The four-day science festival, being organized from November 5-8 , aims to build a strategy for inclusive advancement of Science and Technology.  Highlighting India’s contribution in the field of Science and technology, Prime Minister said that  unprecedented work is being done for higher education and innovation.  Prime Minister urged the scientists to be far more … Read more

Suspense continues over Maharashtra CM 

Maharashtra BJP President Chandrakant Patil insisted, however, that the new government of the ‘Maha-Yuti’ will be formed as soon as  possible. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Chief Minsiter Devendra Fadnavis met with RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat last night.    Maharasthra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called an emergency  meeting of the party’s core committee on Tuesday at his residence … Read more

Cyclone ‘Maha’ may hit Gujarat Coast tomorrow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting on Tuesday to review the situation arising due to cyclone conditions in parts of western India. The weather office has warned light to moderate rainfall at most places with heavy to very heavy falls at a few places in Saurashtra and Gujarat region during the next two days. … Read more

Deadlock over government formation in Maharashtra continues

Amid hectic parleys in Maharashtra over govt formation, deadlock continues as Shiv Sena is firm on CM’s post. A delegation of NCP and Congress leaders met Maharashtra Governor. Various NCP and Congress leaders were part of the delegation. Senior Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut reiterated that the state’s next chief minister will be from his … Read more

Sri Lanka Elections: Hundreds of SLFP workers pledges not to support Gotabaya Rajapaksa

The workers under banner ‘Organisation to Protect the SLFP’ held a convention in Colombo even as SLFP leadership has decided to support Gotabaya. A group led by former President has already signed an agreement last week to support Gotabaya’s main rival and minister Sajith Premadasa. SLFP led by President Maithripala Sirisena has warned of disciplinary action … Read more

Nepal: Ground breaking ceremony performed for Nepal-Bharat Maitri Polytechnic Institute

Chargé d’ Affaires, Embassy of India, Dr Ajay Kumar, many ministers from Province-3 and over 600 local residents and students also graced the ocassion. The flagship Nepal-Bharat Maitri Polytechnic at Hetauda is a state-of-the-art infrastructure project in the area of vocational training. It is being built under India-Nepal Development Partnership with Government of India’s grant … Read more

I&B Minister Prakash Javadekar meets Bangladesh Information Minister in Dhaka

After the meeting he said that he discussed host of issues including cooperation in two film production namely Story of Liberation of Bangladesh and Bangabandhu with his Bangladeshi counterpart. Both the leaders also discussed the progress and impact of DD India broadcasted in Bangladesh  and Bangladesh TV being aired in India. He also visited the … Read more

Nepal President administers oath to new Governors of all 7 provinces

The newly appointed Governors were administered oath in a special function at Sheetal Niwas, the President House, in Kathmandu on Tuesday. Mr. Somnath Adhikari ‘Pyasi’ has become Governor of Province 1, Mr. Tilak Pariyar (Province 2), Mr. Bishnu Prasad Prasain (Province 3), Mr. Amik Sherchan (Gandaki Province), Mr. Dharmanath Yadav (Province 5), Mr. Govinda Prasad … Read more

CBI conduct search in connection with Bank Fraud Cases

The searches are being conducted at different locations including in Andhra Pradesh, Chandigarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Uttarakhand. CBI has registered around 35 Cases related to Bank Frauds involving more than 7000 Crore rupees. Earlier in July this year, CBI raided more than 50 locations in 50 different cities across 12 … Read more

PM Modi to inaugurate 5th India International Science Festival

He will address the gathering, being held in Kolkata, through video conference. The theme for this year’s festival is RISEN India – Research, Innovation and Science Empowering the Nation. The prime objective of IISF is to instill scientific temper among people, showcase India’s contribution in the field of Science and Technology and encourage translation of … Read more

Union Minister Prakash Javadekar to attend SACEP meeting in Dhaka

Union Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change and Information & Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar arrived today in Dhaka on a two day visit to attend the 15th meeting of the Governing Council of South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP) on Wednesday. He was received by the High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh Riva Ganguli Das … Read more

Nepal’s President appoints new governors in all seven provinces

According to a press release issued by the Office of President, new governors have been appointed on the recommendation of cabinet. Somnath Adhikari ‘Pyasi’ will be the new governor of Province 1, Tilak Pariyar for Province 2, Bishnu Prasad Prasai for Province 3, Amik Sherchan for Gandaki Province, Dharmanath Yadav for Province 5, Govinda Kalauni for Karnali Province and … Read more

Biggest US-Bangladesh Navy exercise starts in Chattogram

According to a Press Release issued by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) wing of Bangladesh armed forces, Assistant chief of naval staff (operations) Bangladesh Navy rear admiral M Makbul Hossain was present as the chief guest in the opening ceremony. Rear admiral Murray Tynch, commander logistic group, Western Pacific Command Task Force 73 (CTF-73) … Read more

Wrong to point fingers at just IGP & Former Defense Secy for Easter Sunday attacks: Mahesh Senanayake

Talking to media, he said that when he was the Army Commander, he submitted reports on extremist groups to the responsible authorities but to no avail. The General said although the responsible figures including the Ministry of defense had been provided the necessary intelligence for a long time, there was no person to make a … Read more

President Ram Nath Kovind attends 26th convocation of NEHU in Shillong

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that NEHU has emerged as a premier centre of learning.  He was happy to note that besides imparting higher education in all the major disciplines, the university is also giving special emphasis on the development of this region which has significant tribal population.  He said that institutions of … Read more

CPCB recommends measures to tackle air pollution in Delhi-NCR: Prakash Javadekar 

Union environment minister lashed out at the AAP government asking whether it was following the Central Pollution Control Board’s directives aimed at combating the severe air pollution in the national capital. Javadekar added that responsible care can only give responsible freedom which will help in built a systematic mechanism for the country to perform action. … Read more

PM Modi to participate in East Asia & RCEP summits in Bangkok today

Besides, he will also hold meetings with Japan Prime Minister Shinzō Abe, Vietnam PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Australian PM Scott Morrison in Bangkok. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to steer Indias negotiations at the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership or the RCEP.  RCEP is a comprehensive free trade agreement being negotiated between the … Read more

Japan, China, Bangladesh, India most vulnerable to rising sea levels due to climate change: UN chief

Guterres, speaking to reporters in Bangkok where he is attending the ASEAN Summit, said the biggest threat to sustainability today in the world is climate change. He cited a recent report by a research center that said the level of the oceans is rising much faster than what was forecasted because of climate change. The … Read more

Sensex scales new closing high of 40,302

Extending its gains for the seventh consecutive session, the 30-share Sensex settled 136.93 points, or 0.34 per cent, higher at 40,301.96. The index also hit its lifetime intra-day high of 40,483.21. The broader NSE Nifty too advanced 50.70 points, or 0.43 per cent, to close at 11,941.30. Top gainers in the Sensex pack included Infosys, … Read more

India not to join Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership

World had its eyes on the outcome of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. The agreement would have been the world’s largest free-trade zone, however, post the third edition of the RCEP Summit, India decided not to join RCEP owing to the unresolved issues between India and partner nations. Taking a firm stand, Prime Minister … Read more

Supreme Court pulls up authorities over toxic haze enveloping Delhi

Supreme Court on Monday said, people in Delhi-NCR are losing “precious years of their lives” and cannot be “left to die” due to the “atrocious” pollution situation which reflects a “shocking state of affairs”. The court directed neighbouring Punjab, Haryana and western Uttar Pradesh to stop stubble burning. The top court also stopped all construction … Read more

Suspense continues over Govt formation in Maharashtra

Suspence continues over govt formation in Maharashtra despite a clear mandate for the BJP- Shiv Sena combine. Even though Monday saw political activity gaining momentum there was still no solution to the stalemate. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis met Amit Shah in New Delhi while NCP chief Sharad Pawar met interim congress chief Sonia Gandhi in … Read more

Senior officials of ‘Quad’ countries hold consultations

The External Affairs Ministry said in a statement that the officials reaffirmed their commitment towards a free, open, prosperous and inclusive Indo-Pacific Region based on shared values and principles and respect for international law.  The statement said, the officials reiterated their firm support for ASEAN-Centrality and ASEAN-led mechanisms in the regional architecture for the Indo-Pacific, … Read more

Tis Hazari Clash: Lawyers protest outside Supreme Court

The lawyers are not participating and appearing in proceedings, only proxy counsel are taking dates. Advocate Naginder Benipal, Executive Member of the Delhi High Court Bar Association, said lawyers have supported and cooperated with the call to abstain from work in the high court. Lawyers at the six District Courts in the national capital – … Read more

190 films from 76 countries to be screened at IFFI

Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar said that this film festival would showcase the glimpses of cultural heritage of Goa and the other parts of the country.  He said  superstar Rajinikanth would be honoured with a special ‘Icon of Golden Jubilee Of IFFI-2019’ award. Union Minister said that in this festival, which is going to … Read more

PM Modi to attend RCEP Summit in Thailand

RCEP will be game changer deal if it happens, but India has , quite rightly so, raised its concerns and demanded that any deal that goes through should be beneficial to all and not heavily loaded in any ones favour. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to steer Indias negotiations at the Regional Comprehensive … Read more

PM Modi meets Japanese PM Shinzo Abe

The leaders discussed ways to enhance bilateral ties, and defence co-operation.  The leaders greeted each other with great warmth, reflecting the close ties shared by the two nations.  The discussion prepared ground for India-Japan 2+2 Dialogue and Annual Summit.  Prime Minister Modi said that he is eagerly looking forward to host Prime Minister Abe in … Read more

PM Modi attends 14th East Asia Summit

East Asia Summit is a leaders led platform, where discussions are held on various developments in the region.  It is also a confidence building mechanism in the region.  The agenda for this edition of the summit is to review the future direction of East Asia Summit co-operation and exchange views on regional and international issues.  … Read more

Presidential candidate Premadasa not signed pact with any politial party:  Sri Lanka PM

Addressing an election meeting in Tamil-majority northern province last evening, he said a future government of  Premadasa will only devolve power as it is stated in his election manifesto and that there is nothing to hide.  His statement came as one of the main Tamil party Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) announced its decision to … Read more

Do’s and Don’ts during smog & pollution situation

The toxic levels of air pollution is directly affecting our respiratory system, putting people at a higher risk for asthma and lung inflammation.  Adding to the severity, the changing weather conditions have locked the pollutants in the air and made the situation worse in and around Delhi.  Doctors are warning people of dire consequences and … Read more

Principal Secretary to PM holds high level meet on tackling air pollution

The meeting reviewed the situation arising out of stubble burning, construction activities, burning of wastes and industrial and vehicular pollution.  It has been decided that the Cabinet Secretary, Rajiv Guaba will monitor the situation with these States on a daily basis.  State Chief Secretaries have been asked to monitor the situation in the districts on … Read more

India-Uzbekistan Joint military Exercise – Dustlik-2019 to begin in Tashkent today

In his address, Rajnath Singh said that Uzbekistan on this momentous occasion wherein the armies of our two great nations are ready to participate in their first Joint Exercise ‘Dustlik-2019’.  He said terrorism is a global menace and all nations are affected by it in some form of the other.  The Raksha Mantri assured Uzbekistan … Read more

Air quality in Delhi-NCR remains in severe category; Odd-Even Scheme to be implemented from tomorrow

In the wake of rising air pollution, Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority has already imposed a ban on all the construction activities in Delhi and NCR region till Tuesday morning. The authority has also banned cracker burning for this entire winter period. Meanwhile, Delhi government said rising air pollution may cause respiratory illness in … Read more

Act East Policy an important part of Indo-Pacific vision, says PM Modi

The Prime Minister said integrated, organised and economically developing ASEAN is in India’s basic interest. PM Modi said expanding connectivity and deepening India-ASEAN economic integration is among the key priorities of the Act East Policy. He added that India is committed to further enhancing the partnership through the strong surface, maritime and air connectivity besides via … Read more

Nepal’s President Bidya Devi Bhandari relieved Governors of all seven provinces of the country

​The Governors were appointed in January 2018 after first ever provincial elections in the Himalyan nation. Nepal adopted federalism after the promulgation of new constitution in September 2015. First time in the history of the country elections for seven provincial assemblies were held in two phases on 26 November and 7 December 2017. Download App … Read more

At least 14 persons including eight women and two children died after a bus plunged into a river in Nepal

The accident occurred this afternoon when a bus skidded off the road and fell some 500 meter into Sunkoshi river in Sukute area along the Araniko Highway in Sindhupalchowk district. According to police 47 people have been injured in the accident. The rescue and relief work is underway. The ill fated bus was en-route to … Read more

US Treasury Secy, RBI Governor discuss economy, regulatory issues

Mnuchin along with United States Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster, Consul General in Mumbai David J. Ranz and other officials visited Reserve Bank of India Mumbai and held discussions with Shaktikanta Das and other senior RBI officials. On Friday, Mnuchin held talks with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the seventh meeting of the Economic and … Read more

PM Modi: ASEAN integral part of Act East Policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that India’s Act East policy is an important part of our Indo-Pacific vision & ASEAN lies at the core of it. Speaking while co-chairing the 16th ASEAN-India Summit with Thailand Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, PM Modi said the Line of Credit of 1 billion dollar extended by India would … Read more