India’s current account deficit to remain in 1.2-1.5 pc range of GDP in FY25

New Delhi (IANS) India’s current account deficit (CAD) is projected to remain in the manageable range of 1.2-1.5 per cent of GDP in FY25, according to a new report. 

The country’s CAD narrowed to 1.2 per cent of GDP in Q2 FY25 from 1.3 per…

7 days of national mourning declared; state funeral for Dr. Manmohan Singh

New Delhi (IANS) The Central government on Friday announced seven days of national mourning as a mark of respect to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh who died at the age of 92 here on Thursday. 

A notification from the Ministry of Home Affairs…

Dr Manmohan Singh’s life, a lesson for future generations: PM Modi’s video tribute to ex-PM

New Delhi (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid heartfelt tributes to former Prime Minister, late Manmohan Singh on behalf of the whole country and remembered his invaluable contributions in India’s development, including giving a new…

Fuel price hike speculation sparks row in Jharkhand, govt denies proposal

Ranchi (IANS) Protests have started against the alleged preparation by the Jharkhand government to impose a cess on petrol and diesel and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has warned it that such a move would be both "suicidal" and "anti-people". 

Jharkhand declares seven-day state mourning in honour of Manmohan Singh

Ranchi (IANS) The Jharkhand government has declared seven days of state mourning for former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh who passed away on Thursday night at the age of 92. During this period, all state functions will remain cancelled. 

According…

Their sacrifice shining example of valour, commitment to one’s values: PM Modi's tribute to Sahibzades

New Delhi (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday, paid tributes to Sahibzades on the occasion of Veer Baal Diwas and prayed that they always "guide us towards building a more just and compassionate society". 

In a post ox X, PM Modi…

Kashmiri prodigy singer Ayaan Sajad receives Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024

Srinagar (IANS) Twelve-year-old Ayaan Sajad from Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district was on Thursday awarded the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024 by President Droupadi Murmu for his extraordinary accomplishments in the…

Passenger plane crashes in Kazakhstan; survivors reported

Aktau (Kazakhstan) (IANS) A passenger plane carrying over 100 people crashed near Aktau Airport in Kazakhstan on Wednesday, according to reports from the country's Emergencies Ministry.   

Local media outlet Kazpravda.kz reported that the…

Water security the biggest challenge of 21st century, says PM Modi

Khajuraho (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that water security is the biggest challenge in the 21st century, and also pointed out that several states have been engaged in disputes over the sharing of water. 

PM Modi said…

5 soldiers killed, 5 injured in J&K road accident

Jammu (IANS) Five soldiers were killed and 5 others injured in a road accident in J&K’s Poonch district on Tuesday, officials said. 

Officials said that an army vehicle, which was on its way from Nilam Headquarters to the Balnoi Ghora Post,…