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Gandhinagar: The office of the chief electoral officer (CEO) of Gujarat will begin the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls from Tuesday. The exercise is scheduled to be completed by Feb 7, 2026.According to the schedule issued by the CEO's office, training of personnel for the revision exercise will be conducted from Oct 28 to Nov 3. House-to-house verification by both level officers (BLOs) will take place between Nov 4 and Dec 4, followed by the publication of the draft electora ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 27 (PTI) Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Monday called on President of Seychelles Patrick Herminie and underlined to him India's intent and desire to "further the long-standing ties" of kinship and cooperation between the two nations. He also handed over an invitation from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Herminie to visit India at a time of mutual convenience, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) posted on X a video of Misri sharing the ...Read More >
The government on Thursday initiated the process to appoint the next chief justice of India as incumbent B R Gavai demits office on November 23, In an era where almost all aspects of governance and decision-making involves the usage of technology, in varying degrees, Justice Surya Kant, poised to assume the office of Chief Justice of India (CJI) next month, has been a strong proponent of profound human enterprise in the domain of dispensing justice. In his recent address, Justice Surya Kant, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended greetings to Kazakhstan on the occasion of its Republic Day on Saturday, reaffirming India's commitment to deepening its long-standing ties with the Central Asian nation. "Greetings to FM Yermek Kosherbayev, the Government and the people of Kazakhstan on their Republic Day. Look forward to further strengthening our multifaceted Strategic Partnership," Jaishankar said in an X post. Kazakhstan's Republic Day als ...Read More >
The MEA said Radhakrishnan will visit the Republic of Seychelles on Sunday and Monday at the invitation of the government of Seychelles. In his first foreign visit since assuming office, Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan will attend the swearing-in ceremony of Seychelles President-elect Dr Patrick Herminie on behalf of India, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. The MEA said Radhakrishnan will visit the Republic of Seychelles on Sunday and Monday at the invitation of the government ...Read More >
The latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) report suggests that India's domestic strength continues to offset the impact of rising US tariffs and global trade tensions. India's Growth Outlook According to the IMF, the 6.6% forecast reflects strong performance in the first quarter of 2025, which helped neutralise much of the tariff-related impact on exports. However, the figure is 0.2 percentage points lower than the pre-tariff projection made in October 2024. India's economic expansion is expect ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has predicted that India will continue to be one of the fastest-growing 'emerging market and developing economies' in 2025-26, growing at a rate of 6.6%, according to the World Economic Outlook (WEO) report. This upward revision is attributed to strong economic performance in the first quarter, which has more than offset the effects of increased US tariffs on Indian goods. India is set to outpace China, which is expecte ...Read More >
New Delhi (ABC Live): In 2025, Southeast Asia sits at the crossroads of global commerce and great-power competition. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) -- ten member states plus Timor-Leste awaiting full admission -- anchors a market of ≈ 680 million people and a US$3.7 trillion GDP. For over a decade, ASEAN's success has depended on balancing its two dominant partners: Yet the bloc's 2025 chair, Malaysia, has deliberately adopted the theme "Inclusivity and Sustainability", si ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday extended greetings to Zambia on its Independence Day and affirmed the commitment to strengthening the time-tested partnership between New Delhi and Lusaka. In a post on X, he said, "Warm felicitations to FM Mulambo Haimbe, the Government and the people of Zambia on the occasion of their Independence. Committed to strengthening our time-tested partnership." India and Zambia have maintained warm and historicall ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Vice President of India, C P Radhakrishnan, will be on a two-day visit to Seychelles starting October 26 to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Patrick Herminie, President-elect of the country, on behalf of the Government of India. During the visit, which is taking place at the invitation of the government of Seychelles, Vice President Radhakrishnan will convey India's warm felicitations to Herminie and reaffirm the close, longstanding, and time-tested ties bet ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): At the invitation of the Government of Seychelles, the Vice President of India, CP Radhakrishnan, will visit the Republic of Seychelles from October 26-27 to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Patrick Herminie, President-elect of the Republic of Seychelles, on behalf of the Government of India, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in an official statement. During the visit, the Vice President will convey India's warm felicitations to Patrick Herminie ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday extended greetings to Zambia on its Independence Day and affirmed the commitment to strengthening the time-tested partnership between New Delhi and Lusaka. In a post on X, he said, "Warm felicitations to FM Mulambo Haimbe, the Government and the people of Zambia on the occasion of their Independence. Committed to strengthening our time-tested partnership." India and Zambia have maintained warm and historicall ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24: Vice President of India, C P Radhakrishnan, will be on a two-day visit to Seychelles starting October 26 to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Patrick Herminie, President-elect of the country, on behalf of the Government of India. During the visit, which is taking place at the invitation of the government of Seychelles, Vice President Radhakrishnan will convey India's warm felicitations to Herminie and reaffirm the close, longstanding, and time-tested ties between the two cou ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 24 (ANI): At the invitation of the Government of Seychelles, the Vice President of India, CP Radhakrishnan, will visit the Republic of Seychelles from October 26-27 to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Patrick Herminie, President-elect of the Republic of Seychelles, on behalf of the Government of India, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in an official statement. During the visit, the Vice President will convey India's warm felicitations to Patrick Herminie ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: CJI B R Gavai and Justice Surya Kant, the next CJI, on Thursday stoutly defended the much-criticised collegium system for selecting constitutional court judges and said it has helped the judiciary preserve its autonomy and independence in administration of justice.CJI Gavai was speaking at Royal Institute of Management in Thimphu, Bhutan, while Justice Kant was addressing Sri Lankan Supreme Court in Colombo. The CJI cited SC's 2015 judgment striking down the National Judicial Appointm ...Read More >
BENGALURU -- The US Federal Reserve will lower its key interest rate by 25 basis points (bps) next week and again in December, according to a Reuters poll of economists who remain deeply divided on where rates will be by the end of next year. A month ago, economists had expected just one more cut this year. But the new forecast follows a recent shift in expectations by Fed policymakers toward additional reductions. Caught between the dual risks of already-elevated inflation climbing higher due ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the crucial unity between the Army and police for national security. He stated both forces share the same spirit in safeguarding India. As India enters Amrit Kal and aims for Viksit Bharat by 2047, balancing internal and external security is paramount. The police are lauded for fighting crime and managing perception, earning citizen confidence. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday emphasized the importance of unity between the Army and police in e ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said Operation Sindoor reflects India's growing self-reliance in defence, as most equipment used by the armed forces was indigenously made. Speaking at Symbiosis Skills & Professional University in Pune, he said India has overcome decades of dependence on foreign weapons through reforms and determination. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that 'Operation Sindoor' is the finest example of self-reliance in India's defence sector as the majo ...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 19 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will pay homage to the bravehearts on Police Commemoration Day at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi on Tuesday, the Ministry of Home Affairs said in a press release. On October 21, 1959, ten valiant Policemen laid down their lives in an ambush laid by heavily armed Chinese troops at Hot Springs, Ladakh. Since then, October 21 is observed as Police Commemoration Day every year. In recognition of the sacrifices made by Po ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 19 (ANI): On the occasion of Police Commemoration Day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will pay homage to police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi on October 21. According to a release, on October 21, ten valiant policemen laid down their lives in an ambush laid by heavily armed Chinese troops at Hot Springs, Ladakh. Since then, October 21 is observed as Police Commemoration Day every year. In recogni ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lay a wreath at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi on October 21, on the Police Commemoration Day. On October 21, 1959, 10 valiant policemen laid down their lives in an ambush laid by heavily armed Chinese troops at Hot Springs, Ladakh. Since then, October 21 is observed as Police Commemoration Day every year. Also Read | Diwali 2025 Bank Holidays: Banks To Remain Closed on These Dates in Fourth Week of October Ami ...Read More >
India on Thursday reaffirmed its support for a two-state solution to the Palestine issue and said it will continue to strongly support all efforts towards a "durable and just peace" in the region. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also said that India has significant development cooperation with Palestine and it is committed to supporting its human resource development programmes and strengthen Palestinian institutions. This is not the first time India has discussed its stance. In July, I ...Read More >
New Delhi.[India], October 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr Badr Abdelatty and said the relationship between the two countries is growing from strength to strength. PM Modi described Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi as "a friend" and conveyed deep appreciation for his crucial role in the Gaza Peace Agreement. Also Read | Indian Embassy Intervenes for Repatriation of Mohammed Ahmed, Urges Putin Government To Ensure Discharge After Hyderaba ...Read More >
"Egypt and India are old friends... We appreciated Egypt's role in hosting the peace settlement between Israel and Hamas" - Vikramjit Singh Sahney After the meeting, Sahney said, "Today, we had called upon the Foreign Minister of Egypt... Egypt and India are old friends... We appreciated Egypt's role in hosting the peace settlement between Israel and Hamas..." He also emphasised the economic potential between the two countries, stating, "On the trade and economic front, there's a big potential ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 17 (ANI): Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney on Thursday met Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty in Delhi to discuss bilateral ties and regional developments. After the meeting, Sahney said, "Today, we had called upon the Foreign Minister of Egypt... Egypt and India are old friends... We appreciated Egypt's role in hosting the peace settlement between Israel and Hamas..." He also emphasised the economic potential between the two countries, stating, ...Read More >
The father of an Air India pilot killed in a June crash has petitioned India's Supreme Court for an independent investigation, arguing the current probe unfairly focuses on pilot error. He seeks a new panel of aviation experts to examine technical and procedural causes, challenging the government's handling of the disaster. The 91-year-old father of the Air India pilot in a June crash that killed 260 has asked India's Supreme Court to order an independent investigation that takes into account c ...Read More >
MARTOLI, India (AP) -- Dozens of dilapidated stone buildings are what is left of the once-thriving border village of Martoli, in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. Nestled in Johar Valley and surrounded by Himalayan peaks -- the most notable being Nanda Devi, once considered the tallest mountain in the world -- this village had traded sugar, lentils, spices and cloth for salt and wool with Tibetans across the border. The nomadic occupants of several villages spent the winter months in th ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India has asked public interest directors on the boards of market infrastructure institutions (MIIs) to treat system failure as financial irregularity. "Ensure that as MIIs innovate, there is no compromise on systemic stability or data integrity. Sebi encourages the use of AI and machine learning tools, but with guardrails to protect privacy and security of investor data," Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said. He was speaking at the Public Interest ...Read More >
NAIROBI, Oct 15 (Reuters) - Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has died at the age of 80, a source in Odinga's office told Reuters on Wednesday, without giving further details. Indian newspaper Mathrubhumi earlier reported that Odinga, who was undergoing treatment in the southern Indian city of Kochi, suffered a cardiac arrest on Wednesday and was rushed to hospital where he was pronounced dead. As opposition leader, Odinga lost all five of his presidential campaigns, with two of the vo ...Read More >
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