Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Saturday strongly condemned the recent violence in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, calling it a "heart-wrenching" incident that reflects the deteriorating law and order situation under the Mamata Banerjee-led government.
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U'khand tragedy: Car with Haridwar family plunges into Alaknanda River; one rescued, five feared dead
In a heartbreaking incident near Devprayag, Uttarakhand, a car carrying a family from Haridwar plunged into a 300-metre-deep gorge and sank into the Alaknanda River near the Badshah Hotel area on Saturday.
Centre sets up Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk to assist exporters, importers
The Centre has operationalised a dedicated ‘Global Tariff and Trade Helpdesk’ to assist the country’s exporters and importers in navigating emerging trade issues due to the hike in tariffs announced by the US.
India, US likely to sign trade pact within 90-day tariff-pause period
The first phase of the bilateral trade agreement between India and the US is likely to be concluded within the tariff-pause period of 90 days fixed by the Donald Trump administration, according to official sources.
We look forward to invest more in India, boost exports: Italy's Deputy PM
Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani, on Friday said they want to invest more in India, along with exporting and attracting more Indian investments in Italy.
Gold ETFs see record inflows of Rs 14,852 crore in FY25 amid global uncertainty: AMFI data
Gold Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) attracted massive investments in FY 2025, with net inflows of Rs 14,852 crore -- nearly three times higher than the Rs 5,248 crore recorded in FY 2024, according to the data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) on Friday.
Strong image, stronger message: PM Modi's stern airport huddle reflects 'zero-tolerance' stance on law and order
launch a crackdown on the alleged sex racket and ensure the strictest possible action against those involved in the recent gangrape case that has deeply shaken the city and the nation.
Sensex jumps over 1,300 points after Trump pauses tariffs till July 9
The Sensex witnessed a sharp rally of more than 1,300 points on Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on trade tariffs for most countries, including India.
India ready for urgent trade talks amid tough US stance: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar, said on Friday that India is prepared for a high degree of urgency in the trade talks with the US as it faces a very challenging situation with the Trump administration fundamentally changing America’s approach to engaging with the world.
Tahawwur Rana wanted Pakistan's 'Nishan-e-Haider' award for nine LeT terrorists killed in 26/11 action
Tahawwur Rana had aspired for Pakistan's highest award for gallantry in battle 'Nishan-e-Haider' for the nine Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists who carried out the 26/11 attacks in Mumbai in 2008 and were gunned down by Indian security forces.
26/11 Mumbai terror attack mastermind Tahawwur Rana successfully extradited from the US: NIA
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday announced that it had successfully secured the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the mastermind of the deadly 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, "after years of sustained and concerted efforts to bring the key conspirator behind the 2008 mayhem to justice".
Tahawwur Rana extradition: Israel praises Modi govt for bringing terrorists to justice
Thanking the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for its persistence in bringing terrorists to justice, Israel on Thursday welcomed the extradition of 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana from the United States to India.
India and UK reaffirm free trade agreement, support supply chains
Amid the changing world trade order, India and the UK have reaffirmed their commitment to furthering the bilateral relations between the two nations, including continuing negotiations at pace towards a mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT).
Centre appoints special public prosecutor for 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case
The Central government has appointed Advocate Narender Mann as the Special Public Prosecutor for the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case hearing.
Bhagwan Mahavir's ideals give strength to countless people, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the nation on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, saying Bhagwan Mahavir's ideals give strength to countless people worldwide.
HM Shah says Rana’s extradition a major diplomatic win for Modi govt
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has lauded the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, as a defining triumph for the administration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Long arm of law eventually catches up with 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Rana
The proverbial long arm of the law has eventually caught up with Pakistani-Canadian businessman Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the co-conspirator of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks that killed 165 people and wounded over 300 in 2008.
No end in sight to Dhaka's growing rhetoric, India ends trans-shipment facility for Bangladesh
Citing "significant congestion" at its airports and ports, India on Tuesday said that it has terminated a trans-shipment facility available to Bangladesh that allowed Dhaka to export cargo to third countries using Indian customs stations.
Violence, atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh cannot simply be wished away: MEA
India on Wednesday once again raised concerns over the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh, hoping that the interim government in the country led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus will take strong action against the perpetrators of violence.
NPCI to decide on person-to-merchant payments cap on UPI transactions: RBI
In order to further boost digital payments, the National Payments Corporation of India will be enabled to set the limit on person-to-merchants transactions via Unified Payments Interface (UPI), RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said on Wednesday.
From vocal for local to water conservation: PM Modi calls for 'Nav Sankalp' to shape better future
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday at the Navkar Mahamantra Diwas inauguration addressed a global gathering and unveiled a set of nine resolutions, "Nav Sankalps", aimed at building a more sustainable, healthy, and prosperous future for the nation.
Crown Prince of Dubai presents PM Modi replica of his grandfather's traditional cloak
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi a replica of his grandfather Sheikh Rashid's 'bisht'
Waqf Amendment Act comes into force, Centre issues gazette notification
The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, officially came into effect on Tuesday following a Gazette notification issued by the Central Government. The Act received the assent of President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday, two days after its passage in Parliament.
FM Sitharaman urges UK insurer Prudential to invest in India
Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman met UK insurance giant Prudential PLC's chair Shriti Vadera in London on Tuesday and discussed investments in India, the Finance Ministry said.
PM Modi lauds Dubai's 'key role' in advancing India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in New Delhi, asserting that Dubai has played a "key role" in advancing the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.