New Delhi: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday retained India’s growth forecast for the current fiscal at 7 per cent and said that the economy is expected to accelerate in the coming quarters on improved farm output, and higher Government spending. In its Asian Development Outlook (ADO) update of September, the ADB said exports…
Srinagar: In a significant step towards strengthening democracy in Jammu and Kashmir, the second phase of Assembly elections has commenced today. Voters across 26 constituencies in six districts are turning out to cast their ballots, amidst heightened security. The high-stakes election features 239 candidates, including former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who is in the fray…
Washington: US intelligence agencies have briefed former president Donald Trump on the “real and specific” threat to his life allegedly from Iran to allegedly “sow chaos” in the country, according to his campaign. Two apparent assassination attempts have been made in the same number of months on the life of the 78-year-old Republican presidential candidate….
Amaravati: The political noose around the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) seems to be tightening with fresh revelations that have sent shockwaves across Andhra Pradesh. Allegations that YV Subba Reddy, the former Chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD), arbitrarily altered tender norms to favour a Tamil Nadu-based ghee supplier have reignited the debate around the…
New Delhi: BJP’s allies on Tuesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership following his visit to the US, with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu asserting that they are “lucky” to be working under such a statesman who has strengthened India’s position in the comity of nations. In an exercise aimed at showcasing the…
Nagpur: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asked BJP workers and leaders to ensure that the voting percentage at each polling booth increases by at least 10 per cent in the coming Maharashtra assembly elections. Addressing a party meeting in Nagpur, Shah also asked them to work in tandem with the ruling Mahayuti alliance…
Sri Lanka’s political landscape has undergone a significant transformation, with the rise of a Communist ideologue at the helm of its governance. The island nation’s latest political shift, spearheaded by an ideologically driven leader with Marxist leanings, has raised eyebrows in the region, particularly in India. As India observes its neighbor’s realignment, concerns about the…
New York: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held separate meetings with his counterparts from Spain, Cyprus and Moldova on the sidelines of the UNGA, discussing regional issues, including the ongoing conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine, while exchanging views to enhance bilateral ties. Jaishankar is in the US to participate in the 79th session of…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent interaction with global tech CEOs in New York reflects his grand vision for a technologically-driven India, positioning the country as a pivotal player on the world stage. This wasn’t just another diplomatic meeting—it was a call to action, a statement to the world’s most powerful tech leaders that India is…
Nagraj Neelakantam India’s growing partnership with the United States in technology and semiconductors marks a pivotal moment in the country’s economic and technological progress. Following discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden, a significant collaboration was announced to establish a semiconductor fabrication plant in India. This initiative is set to attract…
