NEW DELHI: Two men who were participating in Ganesh Visarjan drowned in the Yamuna River on Tuesday evening. They have been identified as 20-year-old Tashu and 24-year-old Vishal. As of Wednesday morning, their bodies have not been located. Police and divers searched late into the night without success and are continuing the search this morning. The authorities are working...
WASHINGTON DC: The US on Tuesday (local time) said that it has been "clear and consistent" regarding concerns with Pakistan's ballistic missile program for many years.
US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller expressed commitment to strengthening the international non-proliferation regime by taking action against networks supporting activities of proliferation concern.
While addressing a press briefing on Tuesday (local time), Miller said...
WASHINGTON DC: Former US President Donald Trump stated during a campaign event on Tuesday that that he will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the United States next week as per the Reuters news agency.
The Republican presidential candidate made the announcement while campaigning in Michigan on Tuesday,
"He happens to be coming to meet me next...
NEW DELHI: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 74th birthday, several Bollywood actors took to social media to extend their heartfelt wishes.
Among those who sent their greetings included Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, Sidharth Malhotra, south megastar Chiranjeevi, Jackie Shroff, among others.
Superstar Rajinikanth shared his message on X (formerly Twitter), writing, A very happy birthday to our most respected honourable...
NEW DELHI: The Mexican Embassy in India expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian government for illuminating the iconic Qutub Minar in New Delhi with Mexico's flag colors. This gesture celebrated Mexico's 214th Independence Day on September 16.
The embassy added that Mexico strategic partnership, strengthening trade-investment exchanges, exploring cooperation in innovation, and promoting our lively cultures.
The embassy said, "On 16th...
MOQI: India successfully lifted the men's Asian Champions Trophy for the fifth time with a nervy 1-0 win over the hosts, China, on Tuesday.
The 'Fultonball' continued to spread its charm as India lifted the Asian Champions Trophy unbeaten. India previously won titles in 2011, 2016, 2018, and 2023.
When the Indian forwards struggled in front of China's defensive wall, the...
NEW DELHI: A meeting was held between the secretary Department of Food and Public Distribution and representatives of various edible oil industry bodies, wherein they discussed the pricing strategy.
Solvent Extraction Association of India (SEAI), Indian Vegetable Oil Producers' Association (IVPA) and Soyabean Oil Producers Association (SOPA) were part of the meeting.
The associations were advised to ensure that the MRP...
NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which addresses the management, preservation, and misuse of Waqf properties, will be passed in Parliament in the coming days.
Addressing a press conference on the first 100 days of the third term of the PM Modi government, Shah said, "Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024 is...
NEW DELHI: India's overall exports, merchandise and services combined, in August were to the tune of USD 65.4 billion, a dip of 2.4 per cent on a yearly basis, Commerce Ministry data showed on Tuesday. The data recorded same month last year was USD 67.0 billion.
Exports of merchandise goods declined from USD 38.28 billion to USD 34.71 billion and...
NEW DELHI: Reiterating party's demand for early elections in Delhi, AAP leader Gopal Rai on Tuesday said that Atishi would carry responsibilities of the Chief Minister unless Arvind Kejriwal is elected by the people with a "thumping" majority.
"When he (Arvind Kejriwal) decided to resign, legislative party meeting was held today. In the meeting it was unanimously decided that until...