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Shenzhen, September 1: Unnati Hoodas campaign at the China Masters came to an end on Tuesday. The 18-year-old Indian player faced South Koreas Kim Ga-eun (World No. 12) in the womens singles first round at the Shenzhen Sports Center Gymnasium. Hooda lost the match in straight games, with scores of 21-10, 21-18, after a 37-minute ... Read more Unnati Hoodas Journey Ends in China Masters After First Round Defeat

New Delhi, August 29: Precious metals faced significant pressure this week due to the U.S. Federal Reserves stringent stance and stronger-than-expected economic data. Over the week, gold prices fell by approximately 1.86%, while silver also showed weakness. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for October delivery closed at 1,56,281 per 10 grams on ... Read more Pressure on Precious Metals as U.S. Fed Maintains Stance; Gold Drops 0.64% This Week

Chennai, August 27: Senior BJP leader H. Raja expressed deep sorrow over the recent tragedy in Nepal caused by unprecedented flooding. He stated that the Indian government is prepared to offer all necessary assistance to Nepal. In a post on the social media platform X, H. Raja wrote, The melting glaciers have led to extraordinary ... Read more India Ready to Provide Comprehensive Aid to Flood-Affected Nepal: H. Raja

Jodhpur, August 27: Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, participated in the Khelo India Dialogue program held in Jodhpur on Thursday. During the event, he urged the youth to engage in sports and make athletics a vital part of their lives. Shekhawat emphasized that the youth of the nation should connect with ... Read more Union Minister Encourages Youth at Khelo India Dialogue in Jodhpur

Patna, August 27: Leaders from various political parties have expressed their thoughts on the recent natural disaster in Nepal, offering condolences to those who lost their lives. Manoj Jha, spokesperson for the Rashtriya Janata Dal, stated that such a calamity has not been witnessed in recent times. He questioned the reasons behind the disaster, noting ... Read more India Expresses Solidarity with Nepal Amid Natural Disaster

Kathmandu, August 27: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor emphasized the urgent need for India to respond to the devastating floods in Nepal. He stated that India should provide any necessary assistance to its neighboring country during this challenging time. In an interview, Tharoor remarked, It is crucial for India to react promptly to this disaster. As ... Read more India Must Respond to Nepals Crisis: Shashi Tharoor

New Delhi, August 27: A total of 21 Indian citizens have been rescued from Timure, Nepal. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced this on Thursday, along with a list of the rescued individuals. The MEA shared on the social media platform X that all 21 individuals are from Tamil Nadu and were on a ... Read more 21 Indians Rescued from Nepal, All Hailing from Tamil Nadu: Ministry of External Affairs

New Delhi, August 27: At the Khelo India Dialogue Sports Talk with PM Modi event held at Mata Sundari College for Women in Delhi, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan engaged in an open dialogue with students. He emphasized the importance of valuing youth suggestions, focusing on mental health and ... Read more Youth Engagement in Indias Vision: Shivraj Singh Chouhan Advocates for Sports and Mental Health

New Delhi, August 27: Vinod Bansal, spokesperson for the Vishva Hindu Parishad, expressed deep condolences for the lives lost in the recent floods in Nepal. He described the situation as unfortunate and tragic. In an interview with a news agency on Thursday, Bansal emphasized that the Vishva Hindu Parishad family stands with all those who ... Read more India Stands in Solidarity with Nepal Amid Flood Crisis: Vinod Bansal

Patiala, August 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today engaged with youth and athletes across the nation through a virtual platform as part of the Khelo India Dialogue program. He encouraged young people to connect with sports, prioritize fitness, and participate in the Khelo India initiative. The live broadcast of the Prime Ministers address was also ... Read more Khelo India Dialogue Program: Punjabi University VC and International Wrestler Arundhati Chaudhary Engage with Students

New Delhi, August 27: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the critical role of T-72 and T-90 tanks in ground warfare during the inauguration of a tank modernization project in Jabalpur on Thursday. He stated that the Indian Army is among the most powerful in the world, necessitating advanced military capabilities. These tanks stand as a ... Read more Indian Defense Minister Highlights Importance of T-72 and T-90 Tanks in Ground Warfare

Patna, August 27: Sanjay Jha, the National Executive President of the Janata Dal (United) and Rajya Sabha MP, emphasized the need for India and Nepal to jointly develop a long-term and integrated flood management plan. He highlighted the severe flooding and flash floods in Nepal as a significant warning for both nations. Jha pointed out ... Read more India and Nepal Must Collaborate on Integrated Flood Management Plan: Sanjay Jha

New Delhi, August 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Major Dhyan Chand, a legendary figure in Indian hockey, during the Khelo India Dialogue event on Thursday. He recalled Major Dhyan Chands significant role in the historic New Zealand tour of the Indian hockey team a century ago. This tour laid the foundation for ... Read more PM Modi Remembers Major Dhyan Chand at Khelo India Dialogue Event

Kathmandu, August 27: The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) reported on Wednesday that a total of 644 tourists, including 517 foreigners, are currently missing due to flash floods. This figure has risen from an earlier report that indicated 291 foreign tourists were unaccounted for. According to the list, citizens from 33 countries, including 178 from India, ... Read more Nepal Floods: 178 Indians Missing Among 644 Tourists Reported Lost

Mumbai, August 27: Indian companies can utilize Panama not just as an export destination, but as a regional business hub for various South American markets. This statement was made by Alonso Correa Miguel, the Ambassador of Panama in India. During a high-level discussion at the MVIRDC World Trade Centre in Mumbai, Miguel stated that Panama ... Read more Indian Companies Can Leverage Panama as a Regional Business Hub, Says Ambassador

New Delhi, August 27: Indian leaders across the country have expressed deep sorrow over the devastation caused by the sudden and severe floods in Nepal. Reports indicate that several Indian nationals are trapped in the affected areas, prompting both central and state governments to remain on high alert. Congress MP Varun Chaudhary stated, This is ... Read more Indian Leaders Express Condolences Over Nepal Flood Disaster, Pledge Support

New Delhi, August 27: The Nepal Embassy in New Delhi has expressed gratitude to the Indian government and its citizens for their swift humanitarian assistance following the devastating floods that struck Nepal on August 26. The embassy stated that Indias solidarity and support have provided strength to Nepal during this challenging time. As of Thursday ... Read more Nepal Floods: India Extends Humanitarian Aid Amidst Devastation

Hanoi, August 27: Indian Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margerita, met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on Thursday. The Minister expressed gratitude for the cooperation received from the Prime Minister in enhancing mutual collaboration and converting high-level commitments into tangible outcomes. During the meeting, Margerita conveyed greetings from Prime Minister Narendra ... Read more Indian Minister Meets Vietnamese Prime Minister to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

New Delhi, August 27: OpenAI, the American artificial intelligence company, has announced the expansion of ChatGPT Ads in India. As one of the companys largest markets, this move aims to boost revenue from its popular chatbot ahead of a proposed initial public offering (IPO). The rollout will begin for adult users logging into the free ... Read more OpenAI to Launch ChatGPT Ads for Free and Go Tier Users in India

Mumbai, August 27: The Indian stock market opened in the green on Thursday, buoyed by strong global signals. The Sensex rose by 103.82 points, or 0.13%, reaching 77,576.76, while the Nifty gained 69.85 points, or 0.29%, to settle at 24,277.60. Banking stocks provided significant support to the markets upward momentum during early trading. The Nifty ... Read more Indian Stock Market Opens Strong Amid Global Signals, Banking Stocks Surge

New Delhi, August 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address young athletes virtually during the Khelo India Dialogue program on Thursday. This event presents a unique opportunity for athletes across the nation. Sports enthusiasts have praised the initiative. Daljinder Singh, coach of the Special Olympics India team and former World Cup hockey player, expressed gratitude, ... Read more Prime Minister Modi to Inspire Young Athletes at Khelo India Dialogue

Toronto, August 27: Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the investor-friendly policies in India during a high-level business roundtable with CEOs and senior executives of major Canadian companies. She emphasized the favorable policy environment, tax certainty, and ongoing reforms that create opportunities for collaboration across various sectors and regions in India. This appeal was made ... Read more Indian Finance Minister Engages Canadian Investors on Favorable Investment P

Christchurch, August 27: New Zealand crickets international summer has kicked off with record-breaking ticket sales. Within the first 48 hours of the Cricket Nation members pre-sale, 26,000 tickets were sold. The surge in demand is attributed to Indias tour, scheduled for October, which will feature a multi-format series comprising 12 matches. Eden Park in Auckland ... Read more Record Demand for Tickets in New Zealand Due to Indias Upcoming Tour

New Delhi, August 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address young athletes and leaders during the nationwide program Khelo India Dialogue A Conversation on Sports with Prime Minister Modi on Thursday. This virtual event will be held across more than 1,500 educational institutions in celebration of National Sports Day 2026. This large-scale youth engagement ... Read more PM Modi to Address Young Athletes at Khelo India Dialogue Event

New Delhi, August 27: Ukraines Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke with Indias External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar over the phone, providing an update on the current situation in the Black Sea. They discussed ways to restore freedom of maritime navigation in the region. This conversation comes at a time when the Black Sea has become ... Read more Ukraines Foreign Minister Discusses Black Sea Situation with Indias S. Jaishankar

New Delhi, August 27: Special representatives from India and China held the 25th round of border talks in Beijing on August 26. Indias National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and Chinas Foreign Affairs Chief and Special Representative Wang Yi engaged in extensive discussions regarding the border dispute. Following the talks, both nations reached an agreement ... Read more India and China Reach Consensus on Border Talks: Eight Key Points Agreed Upon

New Delhi, August 27: In a swift response to the devastating flash floods in Nepal, India has dispatched 10 tons of humanitarian aid and essential medicines. This initiative underscores Indias role as a first responder in natural disasters. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on social media that the aid is aimed at assisting Nepal ... Read more India Sends 10 Tons of Relief Supplies to Flood-Stricken Nepal

Srinagar, August 27: Jammu and Kashmirs Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, announced on Wednesday that it is time for India to advance from tertiary healthcare to adopting quaternary-level treatment. Speaking at the Quaternary Healthcare and Research Summit in Srinagar, Sinha emphasized that this initiative marks a significant turning point in the healthcare journey of Jammu and ... Read more India Moves Towards Quaternary-Level Healthcare: Manoj Sinha

New Delhi, August 27: The situation remains critical following devastating floods in the Bhotekoshi River in Nepals Rasuwa district. According to the latest data released by the Nepal Tourism Board, a total of 403 Nepali and foreign tourists are currently unreachable. Among them, 133 are Indian tourists, raising significant concern in India. Nepalese authorities report ... Read more Nepal Floods Leave 403 Tourists Unreachable, Majority Indian; Maharashtra Government Launches Helpline

New Delhi, August 26: India has emphasized its proposed plan to relocate cheetahs to the Banni grasslands in Kutch during the 17th Conference of Parties (COP17) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). The country highlighted the crucial role of local communities in the conservation and restoration of grasslands. Addressing the ministerial dialogue ... Read more India Highlights Cheetah Relocation Plan at UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia

New Delhi, August 26: The head coach of Indias U-20 mens team, Mahesh Gawli, has announced a squad of 23 players for the AFC U-20 Asian Cup qualifiers in China, set to take place in Tashkent from August 31 to September 6. Prior to friendly matches against Singapore, eight players were dropped from an initial ... Read more India Announces Squad for AFC U-20 Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers

New Delhi, August 26: Indias Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, has stated that Chinese President Xi Jinpings upcoming visit to India is a clear indication of Indias rising global strength and robust foreign policy. He emphasized that the arrival of a leader from such a significant nation will yield positive and ... Read more Xi Jinpings Visit to India Signals Growing Global Influence, Says Kirti Vardhan Singh

Patna, August 26: Following sudden floods in Nepal, preparations have been ramped up in India. On Wednesday, a flash flood in the Bhotekoshi River in Nepals Rasuwa district resulted in at least seven fatalities, with several others reported missing. The affected areas have suffered significant damage, prompting Indian authorities in neighboring regions to enhance monitoring ... Read more Floods in Nepal Trigger Alert in India, Preparations Intensified in Bihar

Kathmandu, August 26: Flash floods in Nepal have caused significant destruction in the Rasuwa district. Reports confirm that seven people have lost their lives, and many others are reported missing. According to Nepal Tourism, a total of 291 foreign tourists are unaccounted for, including 105 Indian nationals. The Nepal Tourism Department stated that 384 travelers ... Read more Flash Floods Devastate Nepal, 105 Indian Tourists Missing

New Delhi, August 26: Shooter Suruchi Inder Singh Phogat has been selected to represent India at the Asian Games 2026. However, her journey from Bhiwani, Haryana, to this prestigious platform has not been easy. Suruchi expresses her pride in representing her country on such a grand stage. Suruchis first encounter with shooting at the Guru ... Read more Shooter Suruchi Singh Proud to Represent India at Asian Games 2026

New Delhi, August 26: Bloomberg Media announced the official launch of Bloomberg India on Wednesday. This new premium digital news platform is designed for investors, business leaders, and decision-makers, offering in-depth information about Indias economy, markets, and businesses. Starting August 26, this service will be available on Bloomberg.com and its mobile app, featuring local reporting, ... Read more Bloomberg Media Launches Bloomberg India, A New Hub for Premium Business and Market Cove

Mumbai, August 26: Office space usage in India has surpassed 901.1 million square feet in the first half of 2026, marking a 6% increase from 847 million square feet in the same period of 2025, according to a report released on Wednesday. The report by Knight Frank India indicates that the total office stock in ... Read more Office Space Usage in India Surpasses 900 Million Square Feet with 6% Annual Growth

Chennai, August 25: The Tamil Nadu government is exploring alternative industrial uses for the 1,700 acres of land acquired for the proposed Parandur Greenfield Airport project, which has now been abandoned. Additionally, the government is searching for a new location for a second airport in Chennai. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced this decision in ... Read more Tamil Nadu Government Considers Industrial Projects on Land Acquired for Parandur Airport

New Delhi, August 25: The Melbourne Stars have announced the appointment of former Yorkshire all-rounder Richard Pyrah as their new head coach for the upcoming season of the Womens Big Bash League (WBBL), which is managed by Cricket Australia (CA). James Rosenberg, the General Manager of Melbourne Stars, stated, He is an experienced coach for ... Read more Melbourne Stars Appoint Richard Pyrah as Head Coach for Womens Big Bash League

New Town, August 25: Minister Dilip Ghosh has responded to former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees remarks regarding the census and immigration issues. Speaking to reporters, Ghosh stated, Tell the former Chief Minister to sit quietly in Kalighat. The nationwide census began in June 2025. Why hasnt it started in Bengal? Why was it halted without ... Read more Dilip Ghosh Critiques Mamata Banerjees Comments on Census Amid Immigration Concerns

New Delhi, August 25: The government has revised the timeline for processing and selling raw sugar imported under a duty-free scheme. Importers now have a maximum of two months from the date of filing the bill of entry to convert raw sugar into white or refined sugar for sale in the domestic market. The Directorate ... Read more Government Modifies Raw Sugar Import Rules to Boost Domestic Market

New Delhi, August 25: The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) marks its 10th anniversary today. On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that every Indian should take pride in this digital revolution. He stated that the launch of the UPI system was a pivotal moment in Indias digital payment history. In a message on the ... Read more PM Modi Celebrates 10 Years of UPI: A Digital Payment Revolution for Every Indian

Ghaziabad, August 25: In a significant move against food adulteration ahead of the festive season, the Food Department has taken decisive action in Ghaziabad. On Monday evening, a team from the department raided Sachin Chhena Store in the Bhimnagar area of the Crossing Republic police station and destroyed approximately 10 quintals of chhena rasgulla. Food ... Read more Major Crackdown by Food Department Before Raksha Bandhan: 10 Quintals of Rasgulla Destroyed in Ghaziabad

New Delhi, August 25: The Pakistan womens cricket team is gearing up for the Womens Asia Cup 2026, set to begin on August 28 in Dubai. In a unique approach to their preparation, the team has played matches against the mens team to enhance their skills for the T20 format tournament. According to a report ... Read more Pakistan Womens Cricket Team Prepares for Asia Cup with Mens Matches

Mumbai, August 25: Protests against the Maharashtra governments decision to mandate knowledge of the Marathi language for taxi and auto rickshaw drivers have intensified. In the Kandivali West area of Mumbai, rickshaw drivers staged a strike, leading to incidents of violence. Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the unrest. According to police, the ... Read more Mumbai Auto Rickshaw Drivers Strike Against Marathi Language Requirement

Patna, August 25: Tejashwi Prasad Yadav, the Leader of the Opposition in Bihar, has written a letter to Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary addressing the delays in various government recruitment exams, paper leaks, cancellations, and the postponement of results. He expressed that these issues have caused significant dissatisfaction and concern among millions of eligible candidates preparing ... Read more Tejashwi Yadav Writes to Bihar CM Over Delays in Recruitment Exams

Ramgarh, August 25: The recruitment reform journey for JPSC and JSSC candidates has commenced in Jharkhand. Student leader Devendra Nath Mahto inaugurated the campaign by offering flowers at the statue of Shibu Soren. This journey began in Nemra and will cover all 24 districts. It aims to advocate for a corruption-free and transparent recruitment system. ... Read more Recruitment Reform Journey for JPSC-JSSC Candidates Begins in Ramgarh

Moscow, August 25: Indias External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar recently visited Russia, where he met with President Vladimir Putin and First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov. This visit included the 27th meeting of the India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission, focusing on trade, economic, scientific, technical, and cultural cooperation, during which significant documents were signed. Minister Jaishankar ... Read more India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission Signs Key Documents Durin

New Delhi, August 25: The Jharkhand government is facing criticism from BJP national spokesperson RP Singh following a notice issued by the Supreme Court. Singh stated that children in Jharkhand are persistently demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe, but the state government is attempting to evade scrutiny. Singh claimed that the government fears ... Read more Jharkhand Government Under Fire for Avoiding CBI Investigation, Says RP Singh

Kakinada, August 25: A court in Andhra Pradesh has placed a rifle shooting academy coach under judicial custody for 14 days in connection with a murder and suicide incitement case. Sadiq Khan, the founder and coach of the Pro Shooting Academy, was arrested four days ago in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. He was brought to Andhra ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Shooting Coach Sent to Judicial Custody Over Murder and Suicide Incitement Case