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NEW DELHI- Almost 16 per cent of the world’s AI talent is of Indian origin, giving India an edge in global AI capability, a white paper showed on February 17, adding that India is projected to contribute nearly 20 per

LUCKNOW- Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on February 17 called upon Hindu society to unite, strengthen itself,and take decisive steps to reverse population decline, halt forced or inducement-based conversions, and accelerate “Ghar Wapsi” efforts, while remaining alert to

NEW DELHI-Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw on February 18 announced that India has achieved the Guinness World Records title for the “Most pledges received for an AI responsibility campaign in 24 hours”. India achieved the Guinness title after

NEW DELHI- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 17 shared highlights of the India AI Impact Expo 2026 and said it was a powerful convergence of ideas, innovation and intent. "It showcased the extraordinary potential of Indian talent in shaping the

MUMBAI- French President Emmanuel Macron, known for his active lifestyle, took advantage of the pleasant Mumbai morning on February 17 with a spontaneous jog along the iconic Marine Drive promenade. The city was just beginning to stir as he emerged from

COLOMBO – No game against Pakistan is just a game. Its geopolitical. Every politician weighs in. Every citizen weighs in. And every cricketers feels the weight. In the midst of this, India wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan said being simple in his batting

WASHINGTON, DC -Citing the recent election result in Bangladesh, a report has highlighted how Gen-Z protests, which have proliferated in various regions, have failed to turn demonstrations into political success at the ballot box or in policymaking. Writing for the American

NEW DELHI- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 13 held a telephonic conversation with BNP chairman Tarique Rehman, congratulating him on his party’s victory in the Bangladesh elections. Modi also expressed India’s support for Rehman’s efforts to fulfil the

DHAKA - The relationship between India and Bangladesh should be based on mutual respect, equality, and national interest, with bilateral ties not dependent on any particular individual or political party, Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s Gayeshwar Chandra Roy, who on February 13

India-West News Desk The number of Indian students heading overseas for higher education has plummeted by nearly 31% over the last three years, according to official Ministry of Education data presented to Parliament. Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar informed the

WASHINGTON, DC- The United States expressed optimism ahead of Bangladesh’s elections, describing the vote as a new chapter in its engagement in South Asia, even as lawmakers debated how Washington should support democratic transitions in the region. Testifying before a House

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on February 11 acknowledged that he had met Jeffrey Epstein “three or four times” over several years, insisting the interactions were limited, professional, and unrelated to the disgraced financier’s criminal conduct. His

NEW DELHI -The disruption in affordable pharmaceutical imports from India, especially vaccines, has sharply increased Pakistan’s financial burden, and the country stares at an annual import bill of $1.2 billion by 2031, according to reports. The disruption due to last year’s

GANDHINAGAR - Journalist Ravi Nair, who drew headlines for the high profile Washington Post investigation piece alleging state-backedfinancial support to the Adani Group, has now been sentenced to a year in prison in India in connection with tweets a Gujarat court

NEW DELHI - Delhi Police have registered a case following reports that a pre-print copy of an unpublished memoir by former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane is being circulated online without mandatory official clearance. The memoir, titled ‘Four Stars of Destiny,’

MUMBAI- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced its central contracts for the 2025-26 season, signaling a clear generational shift in Indian cricket as Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja were placed in the top-Grade A category,

NEW DELHI — The Indian Army has announced the renaming of 246 roads, buildings, and facilities across its nationwide establishments as part of an extensive initiative to phase out colonial era legacies. According to army officials, the transition includes 124

NEW YORK, NY -India has joined the UN Honour Roll by promptly paying its 2026 dues of $35.187 million to the cash-strapped organization, according to spokesperson Stephane Dujarric. India sent in on February 3 its share of 1.016 per cent of

DHAKA- India-Bangladesh relations have witnessed a historic low since the July 2024 uprising, a downward trend that continues to date. With the uprising forcing Sheikh Hasina to flee Bangladesh, New Delhi woke up to a surprising wave of anti-India sentiment

NEW DELHI - The Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research (AMD), is carrying out exploration and augmentation of minerals of rare earth group elements along coastal and inland placer sands, as well as in hard rock terrains, across several

NEW DELHI-Opposition leaders on February 3 mounted a sharp attack on the India-US trade agreement, raising concerns over the country’s ‘sovereignty’, transparency in decision-making, and the possible long-term impact on farmers, energy security, and foreign policy. Leaders from the Congress party

MOSCOW-Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov on February 3 said that Moscow has not yet received any communication from New Delhi regarding a refusal to purchase Russian oil. “We haven't heard any statements from Delhi on this matter yet,” Russia’s state-run news agency

NEW DELHI- Former India cricketers Sandeep Patil and Madan Lal have announced their withdrawal from the Asian Legends League, citing serious concerns over the league’s governance, credibility, and professionalism, while stressing that their personal values and respect for the game

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – India has firmly said it will not recognize or participate in proceedings initiated by a Court of Arbitration in The Hague under the Indus Waters Treaty, asserting that the treaty has been placed in abeyance

NEW DELHI – The International Cricket Council has cautioned Pakistan over its reported decision to selectively participate in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, warning that a boycott of its group stage match against India would undermine the integrity of

KOZHIKODE- V. Srinivasan, husband of Rajya Sabha member and Indian Olympic Association President P.T. Usha, passed away in the early hours of January 30. Srinivasan collapsed at his residence in Payyoli in Kerala's Kozhikode district and was immediately rushed to a

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Strengthening innovation and easing business barriers could sharply raise India’s productivity growth and support its goal of becoming an advanced economy, according to a new analysis by the International Monetary Fund. India’s productivity growth over the past two decades has

MUMBAI - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 28 spoke to senior Maharashtra leader Sharad Pawar following the death of his nephew and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a tragic plane crash near Baramati and expressed his condolences to

NEW DELHI-Former India captain Rohit Sharma was named in the list of Padma Shri awardees on January 25. Rohit’s recognition follows a defining leadership era in Indian men’s cricket. As captain, he led India to two ICC titles, lifting the T20

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY — In a major strategic realignment, India and the European Union have significantly tightened their diplomatic and economic ties, forming a unified front to safeguard the international rules-based order against growing global disruption. This rapprochement,

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - The European Union and India on January 27 sealed a long awaited free trade agreement, with leaders on both sides calling it a historic breakthrough that reshapes their strategic and economic partnership amid global trade

NEW DELHI- The International Cricket Council (ICC) has reportedly warned the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) of serious sanctions if it were to withdraw from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 in support of Bangladesh after their ouster from the tournament for

NEW DELHI- Veteran actor Dharmendra and Left stalwart and former Kerala Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan have been awarded the Padma Vibhushan posthumously on the occasion of the Republic Day 2026, while late JMM founder and former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu

NEW DELHI -European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on January 26 shared their remarkable experience of attending the 77th Republic Day celebrations as Chief Guests while thanking Prime Minister Narendra

NEW DELHI - Veteran journalist, broadcaster, and author Sir William Mark Tully, or Mark Tully, whose voice was one of the most famous in India throughout the latter decades of the 20th century as he reported on key political developments,

NEW DELHI- India is preparing to sharply cut import duties on cars from the European Union as part of a long-pending free trade agreement, which could be announced as early as January 27, according to reports. Under the proposed deal, India

WASHINGTON, DC - Two senior Democratic lawmakers, including Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), have pressed Meta and Google to end their digital advertising partnerships with the US Department of Homeland Security, alleging that Immigration and Customs Enforcement has used the companies’ platforms

MOHALI- The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on January 22 fulfilled its promise of free healthcare in Punjab as National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann launched the ‘Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna' here, extending free treatment of up to Rs

NEW DELHI- India’s fast bowling spearhead Jasprit Bumrah marked a decade in international cricket on January 23 and reflected by saying it’s a continuation of “going against assumptions, opinions and perceptions”. Bumrah made his debut in international cricket in the ODI

PUNE- Pharma tycoon Adar Poonawalla said he will make a ‘strong and competitive’ bid for securing the ownership of the reigning champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). "Over the next few months, we will be putting in a STRONG

NEW DELHI -The International Cricket Council (ICC) on January 21 confirmed that Bangladesh’s matches in the upcoming 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup will be played in India, as per the original schedule. The decision comes after an ICC Board meeting, featuring

NEW DELHI- The India-EU summit scheduled for January 27 comes as part of the steady strengthening of economic relations between the two sides amid growing uncertainties in global markets triggered by the US tariff turmoil and dramatic geopolitical shifts in

NEW DELHI - Nitin Nabin, born on May 23, 1980, in Ranchi, Jharkhand, has emerged as one of the youngest and most dynamic leaders in Indian politics. On January 20, he was elected as the national president of the Bharatiya Janata

NEW DELHI- The Indian Premier League (IPL) has played a crucial role in helping overseas cricketers acclimatize to the pressure of playing in front of intimidating Indian crowds, said former England captain Nasser Hussain ahead of the 2026 Men's T20

NEW DELHI -Olympic bronze medalist Saina Nehwal, one of India's most decorated badminton players, has revealed that she has quietly retired from competitive sport after nearly two years away from the circuit due to a chronic knee issue. The London 2012

NEW DELHI- India’s relationship with Africa is entering a new phase as New Delhi strengthens partnerships with African nations to secure rare earth elements that are crucial for modern technology, green energy and defense industries. These partnerships are being shaped as

INDORE- New Zealand overcame a valiant 124 off 108 balls from Virat Kohli to clinch a 41-run victory and seal a historic 2-1 ODI series win at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on January 18, marking their first-ever bilateral ODI

WASHINGTON, DC- The International Monetary Fund on January 19 raised India’s economic growth projection for 2025 by a sharp 0.7 percentage point to 7.3 per cent, citing stronger-than-expected performance in the second half of the year, even as it expects

NEW DELHI-India's primary challenge lies in balancing its foreign policy priorities between the US and BRICS, particularly as several members of the bloc are under increasing scrutiny from Washington. While India views BRICS as a means to uphold the multilateral

NEW DELHI -India U19 pacer Henil Patel credited former South Africa pacer Dale Steyn as his inspiration behind his match-winning performance against the USA at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. Patel delivered a match-winning spell of 5 for 16