New Parliament building inauguration: 'Sarva-Dharma Prarthana' ceremony held
28 May 2023, 10:27

New Parliament building inauguration: 'Sarva-Dharma Prarthana' ceremony held

PM Modi dedicated the new Parliament Building to the country today and installed the historic symbol Sengol, near the Lok Sabha Speaker's chair in the new building.

A new desi mango from Malihabad, UP named after Prime Minister Modi
22 May 2023, 14:47

A new desi mango from Malihabad, UP named after Prime Minister Modi

Keeping up the tradition of naming new varieties of mangoes after well-known personalities every year, the mango growers of Malihabad have now named a new variety after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has often revealed his love for the 'king of fruits'.

India, South Korea agree to deepen cooperation in trade and investment and defence
20 May 2023, 10:59

India, South Korea agree to deepen cooperation in trade and investment and defence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held productive bilateral talks with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol during which they agreed to deepen cooperation in areas like trade and investment, IT hardware manufacturing and defence and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen bilateral ties. They also discussed India's G20 presidency and South Korea's Indo-Pacific strategy.

Receiving calls from international numbers starting with +254, +84, +63...; report and block, say experts
10 May 2023, 17:15

Receiving calls from international numbers starting with +254, +84, +63...; report and block, say experts

If a person or organisation faces cyber-attack, the matter can be reported on the cybercrime.gov.in website, the experts said.

Kochi Water Metro commences commercial operations
26 Apr 2023, 10:25

Kochi Water Metro commences commercial operations

Kochi, Kerala government's ambitious Kochi Water Metro service, a first in the country and launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi a day ago, commen...

National Panchayati Raj Day: Celebrating democracy at the grassroot level
Ananya Tawakley
25 Apr 2023, 17:59

National Panchayati Raj Day: Celebrating democracy at the grassroot level

National Panchayati Raj Day: Celebrating democracy at the grassroot level...

Elton becomes Gaurav, Freddy turns Shaurya: Namibian cheetahs in Kuno get Indian names
21 Apr 2023, 13:38

Elton becomes Gaurav, Freddy turns Shaurya: Namibian cheetahs in Kuno get Indian names

All the 19 cheetahs at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park (KNP) will now be known by their new names as they have been given Indian names. The development came following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal from people to suggest new names for the cheetahs translocated from Namibia and South Africa.

India's export of engineering goods to US grows by 6.8%, China's falls by 52.4%
20 Apr 2023, 17:01

India's export of engineering goods to US grows by 6.8%, China's falls by 52.4%

The US remains the top destination for India's engineering goods exports in the financial year 2022-23 with total shipments value recording 6.8 per cent year-on-year growth to USD 18.67 billion.

Apple CEO Tim Cook to welcome customers at Apple Store in Delhi
19 Apr 2023, 17:59

Apple CEO Tim Cook to welcome customers at Apple Store in Delhi

Apple CEO Tim Cook will welcome customers at the inauguration of the iconic iPhone maker's first official store in the national capital at Select Citywalk Mall on Thursday, according to sources. Tim Cook is in Delhi and is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar during his visit, they said.

Narendra Modi to ex-partner Grimes: These are people Elon Musk follows on Twitter
Sourabh Jain
12 Apr 2023, 15:26

Narendra Modi to ex-partner Grimes: These are people Elon Musk follows on Twitter

Ever since Musk took on Twitter, his activities on the platform have almost always caused a furor. Recently, he started foll...

Tiger census 2022 is world's most extensive wildlife survey says NTCA report
10 Apr 2023, 13:31

Tiger census 2022 is world's most extensive wildlife survey says NTCA report

The all-India tiger estimation conducted in 2022 stands out as the most extensive wildlife survey to date, encompassing 20 states and entailing an impressive foot survey of 6,41,449 kilometres, according to data released by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA). The study team involved officials and experts from the NTCA and the states, research biologists, scientists, coordinators, interns and volunteers.

Made-in-India iPhones increase as Apple shifts production from China
06 Apr 2023, 12:49

Made-in-India iPhones increase as Apple shifts production from China

In 2022, the shipment volumes of iPhones manufactured in India increased by 65 per cent year on year. In addition, the value of iPhones rose by 162 per cent. In 2022, the shipment volumes of iPhones manufactured in India increased by 65 per cent year on year. In addition, the value of iPhones rose by 162 per cent, South China Morning Post reported citing a report published by market research firm Counterpoint last week.

India abstains from vote on resolution extending investigation into Ukraine war
05 Apr 2023, 12:26

India abstains from vote on resolution extending investigation into Ukraine war

The resolution was, anyhow, adopted as 28 countries supported the draft Resolution, while 17 countries abstained including India and only 2 countries were against this. It is pertinent to mention that China is one of the countries which said no. The resolution was, anyhow, adopted as 28 countries supported the draft Resolution, while 17 countries abstained including India and only 2 countries were against this. It is pertinent to mention that China is one of the countries that were against the resolution.

Former India cricketer Salim Durani passes away aged 88; PM Narendra Modi, Ravi Shastri lead tributes
02 Apr 2023, 12:22

Former India cricketer Salim Durani passes away aged 88; PM Narendra Modi, Ravi Shastri lead tributes

Former Indian cricketer, 88-year-old Salim Aziz Durani passed away in Jamnagar on Sunday morning. He was suffering from illness for a brief period of time. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led heartfelt tributes for Durani. "Salim Durani Ji was a cricketing legend, an institution in himself. He made a key contribution to India’s rise in the world of cricket. On and off the field, he was known for his style. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace," PM Modi wrote.

Cheetah translocated to India from Namibia gives birth to four cubs
29 Mar 2023, 15:52

Cheetah translocated to India from Namibia gives birth to four cubs

The minister congratulated the entire team of Project Cheetah for their relentless efforts in bringing back the large carnivore to India and for their efforts in correcting an ecological wrong done in the past.

Indian Oil to invest ₹61,077 crore in a petchem complex at Paradip in Odisha
22 Mar 2023, 17:47

Indian Oil to invest ₹61,077 crore in a petchem complex at Paradip in Odisha

In a statement, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) said its board has given "Stage-1 approval for setting up Paradip petrochemical complex at Paradip, Odisha at an estimated cost of Rs 61,077 crore."

India’s growth to mirror China’s trajectory over next decade with private consumption more than doubling to $4.5 trn
Bhakti Makwana
22 Mar 2023, 17:14

India’s growth to mirror China’s trajectory over next decade with private consumption more than doubling to $4.5 trn

India’s next decade of growth would be very similar to China’s path of growth from 2007-2011, said a report b...

IPCC report a call to action for all, especially countries like India, say co-authors
22 Mar 2023, 12:48

IPCC report a call to action for all, especially countries like India, say co-authors

"This report (Synthesis Report of the IPCC) is a call for action for all countries, especially countries like India, which are very vulnerable to climate change given their location in the tropics. The report provides a menu of climate actions, both mitigation and adaptation actions, which India can implement based on its national circumstances," Mukherjee told PTI in an online interview.

Explained: How Digital India Act will replace old IT regime to tame Big Tech, safeguard users
10 Mar 2023, 16:30

Explained: How Digital India Act will replace old IT regime to tame Big Tech, safeguard users

The current Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000 has several limitations, including the lack of comprehensive provisions on user rights, trust and safety. The proposed Digital India Act (DIA) will give a much-needed thrust to the current regulatory landscape in India to tame Big Tech and empower millions of citizens, the government has emphasized.

India moved from women development to women-led development in last nine years: PM Modi
10 Mar 2023, 12:09

India moved from women development to women-led development in last nine years: PM Modi

Pushing for unicorns in self-help groups for women, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India has moved from women's development to women-led development in the last nine years.

42 lakh essays on Ahom hero Lachit Borphukan enters Guinness World Records
09 Mar 2023, 13:30

42 lakh essays on Ahom hero Lachit Borphukan enters Guinness World Records

A compilation of over 42 lakh essays on valiant Ahom general Lachit Borphukan has been recognised by Guinness World Records as "largest online photo album of handwritten notes".

What do Bill Gates, Anand Mahindra and Sachin Tendulkar have in common? An e-rickshaw drag race, if we’re lucky!
Ankush Banerjee
08 Mar 2023, 16:01

What do Bill Gates, Anand Mahindra and Sachin Tendulkar have in common? An e-rickshaw drag race, if we’re lucky!

On Sunday, the co-founder of Microsoft and one of the biggest supporters of clean energy and sustainable development, Bill Gates, quite nonchalantly posted a video of himself driving a rather sleek-looking blue and white electric rickshaw through what appeared to be Haryana streets. And the internet loved it, quite obviously.

PM asks India Inc to step up investment
07 Mar 2023, 12:03

PM asks India Inc to step up investment

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday urged India Inc to increase investment and take advantage of the opportunities unveiled in the Budget 2023-24...

For many years after Independence, there was no long term vision in health sector: PM
06 Mar 2023, 12:10

For many years after Independence, there was no long term vision in health sector: PM

Prime minister Narendra Modi on Monday claimed that for several decades after Independence, there was a lack of an integrated approach and long term vision in the health sector.

Revealed: First glimpse of India's C-295 aircraft that Airbus and Tatas will co-produce
03 Mar 2023, 12:43

Revealed: First glimpse of India's C-295 aircraft that Airbus and Tatas will co-produce

India's first C-295 aircraft has rolled out of the Airbus defence production facility in the city of Seville, located in southern Spain.
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