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New Delhi [India] October 28 (ANI): For the first time, in the initial six months of this calendar year, the total energy generated from renewable energy was higher than that from coal according to International Solar Alliance (ISA) Director General Ashish Khanna. Khanna said this in his address to the 8th session of the ISA Assembly at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Tuesday. Also Read | Juventus Sack Manager Igor Tudor Amid Poor Run of Form; Massimo Brambilla Appointed Interim Head Coach. H ...Read More >
The Rajkot Special Operations Group (SOG) in Gujarat has busted a gang involved in the illegal sale of rare pangolins worth Rs 22 crore. The gang was... The Rajkot Special Operations Group (SOG) in Gujarat has busted a gang involved in the illegal sale of rare pangolins worth Rs 22 crore. The gang was allegedly smuggling the endangered species from the Gir forest area and attempting to sell them in major cities. Acting on intelligence, the SOG carried out a swift operation and arrested three p ...Read More >
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The Radisson hospitality brand has been in significant growth mode, especially in the past decade. In 2022, Choice Hotels acquired Radisson Hotel Group Americas with the rest of its international portfolio remaining under Radisson. From adding brands in its upscale and luxury portfolios to expanding its global reach, Radisson has matured to compete with the top hospitality brands. Much of this significant expansion has been ...Read More >
Hyderabad: AX Premium Properties, in collaboration with AX Premium Properties and DAMAC, one of Dubai's leading luxury real estate developers is hosting the Dubai Property Expo 2.0 on October 25 and 26 at ITC Kohenur, Hyderabad. The event aims to introduce Indian investors to lucrative real estate opportunities in Dubai, a city known for its tax-free environment, high returns, and investor-friendly policies. With over 40 ongoing projects in Dubai, including two major villa and plot developments ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: As Delhi continues to battle poor air quality, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has launched the second phase of its mist sprayer project along Shanti Path and Africa Avenue to combat dust and pollution. The system aims to reduce smog and settle suspended particles through a network of automated misting units. According to NDMC Vice-Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal, the initiative builds on the success of the first phase implemented at Lodhi Road earlier this year. "With pollut ...Read More >
Thick smog engulfs the area near the India Gate as air quality worsens in New Delhi The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) launched the second phase of its "mist sprayer project" on Sunday along Shanti Path and Africa Avenue roads to help curb rising air pollution. The civic body, in a statement, said that the continuation follows the successful first phase at Lodhi Road. Delhi's air quality continues to remain in the "very poor" category, prompting NDMC to intensify efforts for dust suppress ...Read More >
Legit.ng journalist Dave Ibemere has over a decade of experience in business journalism, with in-depth knowledge of the Nigerian economy, stocks, and general market trends. Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote's net worth has hit $30 billion, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index. The index revealed that Dangote's fortune now stands at $29.8 billion, up $5.71 million from the previous day and $1.73 billion year-to-date. The increase comes amid strong performances from his liste ...Read More >
Indore: Amid the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup, two Australian women cricketers were allegedly molested in the MIG police station area in Madhya Pradesh's Indore on Friday. A case has been registered by the police based on a complaint, and the accused has been arrested. The Australia-South Africa match is slated for Saturday afternoon at the Holkar Cricket Stadium. Police said the two women cricketers were heading to a cafe from the hotel they were staying in when, on the Khajrana Road, a bike- ...Read More >
Industrial and warehousing space leasing in India surged 28% to 37 million sq ft by September, driven by strong demand in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. This growth reflects companies optimizing supply chains and embracing quick commerce, according to CBRE. Leasing of industrial and warehousing spaces across eight major cities rose 28 per cent to a record 37 million sq ft during the January-September period of this year, driven by high demand in Delhi-NCR, according to CBRE. The total le ...Read More >
The US Consulate General in Chennai announced on Thursday, October 23, 2025, that it has reopened and restarted visa application processing. Only applicants with appointments scheduled for October 23 were allowed to attend, while those affected by the October 22 closure are being rescheduled and will receive new appointment details.The US Consulate General Chennai on Thursday announced that it will re-open and restart visa application processing services. In a post on X, the consulate said, "US ...Read More >
INS Trikand was deployed in the Gulf of Aden for maritime security operations. New Delhi: Indian warship INS Trikand carried out a rescue mission on board a Cameroon-flagged commercial carrier off the coast of Djibouti after the vessel caught fire, in which two crew members were killed. Photo Credit: Image posted on X by @indiannavy The vessel, MT Falcon, had 26 crew members (one British and 25 Indians), and 24 of them were rescued by merchant ships in the vicinity, according to the Indian N ...Read More >
NDMC has deployed nine water tankers fitted with pressure jets for tree washing and expanded its plantation campaign under ek ped maa ke naam, planting more than 2,300 trees this year. The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has launched an intensive drive to tackle rising air pollution levels, deploying its manpower and machinery round-the-clock to improve the city's air quality. NDMC has rolled out multiple measures focused on dust suppression, smog reduction, greening, and citizen participat ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 23: India has climbed to the ninth spot globally in total forest area while retaining its third rank in annual forest area gain, according to a new report by the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). The Environment Ministry said the achievement reflects the success of India's large-scale afforestation initiatives and community-led forest protection efforts under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav described the rise from t ...Read More >
Chennai: The US Consulate General Chennai on Thursday announced that it will re-open and restart visa application processing services. In a post on X, the consulate said, "US Consulate General Chennai will re-open and restart visa application processing services on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Please note: Only applicants with appointments scheduled for October 23 may come in on that date." It added, "Applicants whose appointments were canceled due to visa service closures on October 22 are cur ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 23 (ANI): The US Consulate General Chennai on Thursday announced that it will re-open and restart visa application processing services. In a post on X, the consulate said, "US Consulate General Chennai will re-open and restart visa application processing services on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Please note: Only applicants with appointments scheduled for October 23 may come in on that date." Chennai/status/1981025439675302352" rel="noopener" target="_blank" ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 22 (PTI) Cancer cases linked with obesity, previously observed as rising among the youth, could also be increasing in both young and older adults worldwide, according to a global analysis. Researchers from The Institute of Cancer Research and Imperial College London cautioned that new studies focusing solely on younger adults for rise in cancer cases should be carefully considered. The study, published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine, which examined annual cancer inci ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 22 (PTI) India has climbed to the ninth spot globally in total forest area and retained its third rank in annual forest area gain, according to a new report released by the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). The Environment Ministry said this reflects the success of India's large-scale afforestation and community-led forest protection efforts under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said India's rise from the 10th to th ...Read More >
New Delhi: In response to worsening air quality, New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has rolled out an aggressive action plan to combat pollution across Lutyens' Delhi. The initiative includes procuring a set of new cleaning machines, deploying advanced cleaning equipment and expanding dust suppression systems. NDMC vice-chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal said the civic body is in the process of procuring 13 new mechanical road sweepers (MRS) by Dec-end. "The new machines include five CNG-operated MRS ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 20 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the armed forces personnel during Diwali celebration on board the INS Vikrant on Monday. Mentioning that today is a remarkable day, a remarkable moment, and a remarkable sight, PM The Modi highlighted that on one side lies the vast ocean, and on the other, the immense strength of Mother India's brave soldiers. He noted that while one side presents the infinite horizon and boundless sky, the other side showcases the colo ...Read More >
China Eastern Airlines will resume flights from Shanghai to Delhi starting November 9, marking the restart of commercial air travel between China and India after a five-year hiatus. This development follows positive shifts in diplomatic relations. IndiGo is also launching daily non-stop flights between Kolkata and Guangzhou.China Eastern Airlines is resuming flight operations from Shanghai to Delhi from November 9 onwards, following changes in the diplomatic relations between the neighbouring na ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 20 (PTI) India had a largely inconsistent growth in clinical research related to cancer since 2001, despite a strong economic growth, suggesting that development could be a contributing factor towards disparities among the low and middle-income countries in cancer research, according to a new study. Cancer cases and deaths are projected to surge in the coming decades with low and middle-income countries expected to bear a disproportionate burden. However, researchers, including ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The Government of Uttarakhand, in collaboration with the India AI Mission, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), is organising the Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2025 on October 17 in Dehradun. The event is a pre-summit to the India - AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to take place on February 19 - 20, 2026, in New Delhi. The event will be attended by Jitin Prasada, Minister of State (MoS), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technolo ...Read More >
As Uganda joined the rest of the world to mark Global Handwashing Day, the government, in partnership with Dettol Uganda, renewed its commitment to promoting hygiene, dignity, and health in schools and communities. The call to action was made by Florence Nambozo, minister of state for Karamoja Affairs, during the celebrations and the official launch of phase II of the Dettol Hygiene Quest, a global education programme designed to equip young children with essential hygiene skills for life. Tar ...Read More >
Lucknow: World Bank Group president Ajay Banga on Thursday praised Uttar Pradesh's resilient agriculture model for small farmers as a global benchmark for sustainable farming and climate adaptation, a govt official said in a statement.Banga also lauded the Yogi Adityanath govt's initiatives to integrate climate-tolerant seeds, soil-specific fertilisers, regenerative farming techniques, efficient irrigation systems, and robust crop insurance frameworks. "The aim is that one bad season should not ...Read More >
Egypt has taken a bold step in addressing the complexities of global terrorism by highlighting the Muslim Brotherhood's implications. The country is dedicating resources to deradicalization initiatives focused on youth engagement and Imams' training. Furthermore, Egypt is advocating for a multinational stabilization force in Gaza through a UN resolution. Egypt had warned the international community long ago about the challenges from the Muslim Brotherhood (MB) which is a fountainhead of terrori ...Read More >
The Centre had in late 2023 ordered pharmaceutical companies to ensure their plants meet WHO-recommended standards (File image) The central government has refused drugmakers' requests to extend a year-end deadline for them to upgrade their manufacturing facilities to international standards, four sources said, amid public anger over the recent deaths of at least 24 children who consumed locally-produced cough syrup. The Centre had in late 2023 ordered pharmaceutical companies to ensure their p ...Read More >
BENGALURU, Oct 15 (Reuters) - The Indian city of Ahmedabad in the state of Gujarat has been recommended as the host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, the Commonwealth Sport Executive Board said on Wednesday. The board said it will propose Ahmedabad, also known as Amdavad, in the western Indian state of Gujarat, to the full Commonwealth Sport membership for approval at the General Assembly in Glasgow on November 26. The recommendation follows an evaluation process of candidate cit ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 17 (PTI) Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy on Friday reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 477.62 crore in the September quarter, due to an exception item of Rs 580.10 crore during the period under review. The company posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 8.57 crore in the quarter ended on September 30, 2024, a BSE filing showed. Last year, a wholly owned subsidiary (WOS) company of the group terminated a contract with a major subcontractor in a particular geography for del ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Leasing by the industrial and logistics (I&L) real estate sector grew by 28 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the first nine months of 2025, a report said on Friday. The total leasing during the period, across the top eight Indian cities -- Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad -- stood at 37 million square feet (mn. sq. ft.), as compared to 28.8 mn. sq. ft. during the first 9 months in 2024. "During the period this year, ...Read More >
CHHINDWARA/NEW DELHI, India - India has refused drugmakers' requests to extend a year-end deadline for them to upgrade their manufacturing facilities to international standards, four sources said, amid public anger over the recent deaths of at least 24 children who consumed locally-produced cough syrup. New Delhi had in late 2023 ordered pharmaceutical companies to ensure their plants meet World Health Organization-recommended standards, which would require them to invest in protocols to preven ...Read More >
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