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November 3, 2023 9:45 AM

India and ASEAN registered a bilateral trade – dedication to elevating and fortifying economic relationship

India participates in 20th ASEAN-INDIA economic minister's meeting held on 21st August 2023 in Semarang, Indonesia. Rajesh Agrawal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry represented India in the Ministers’ meet and co-chaired the meeting with Dr. Zulkifli Hasan, Minister of Trade, Indonesia. The Economic Ministers or their representatives from all the 10 ASEAN countries viz. Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam ...

December 27, 2024 3:35 PM

India-GCC Buyers Sellers Meet at Dubai boosts trade relations & showcases innovation

This meet offers a prime opportunity for Indian exporters to showcase their diverse range of products and establish valuable business connections. India-GCC Buyers Sellers Meet on food and beverages is being held at Dubai today, showcasing Indian products to the wider market of Gulf cooperation Council. Organized with the goal of facilitating fruitful collaborations, with thirty eight Indian companies and 140 importers from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, the event is expected t...

November 3, 2023 9:46 AM

India extends sugar export restrictions until further orders

India has announced an extension of the export restrictions on sugar, effective beyond October 31, 2023, and until further notice, as per a notification issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade on Wednesday. The export limitations pertain to various sugar categories, including raw sugar, white sugar, refined sugar, and organic sugar. Originally, the restrictions were enforced from June 1 to October 31, 2022, and subsequently extended for another year until October 31, 2023. The conc...

November 3, 2023 9:46 AM

India set to be world’s third-largest economy by 2030: S&P Global

India, the world's fifth largest economy, is likely to overtake Japan to become the world's third-largest economy with a gross domestic product (GDP) of $7.3 trillion by 2030, S&P Global Market Intelligence said in its latest issue of Purchasing Manager’s Index (PMI). After two years of rapid economic growth in 2021 and 2022, the Indian economy has continued to show sustained strong growth during the 2023 calendar year. India's GDP is expected to grow 6.2-6.3 % in the fiscal year ending ...

October 31, 2023 10:01 AM

SC data to come under National Judicial Data Grid, taking leap towards judicial transparency

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January 28, 2025 10:08 AM

Indian Navy proposes 2nd Aircraft Carrier to bolster self-reliance in defence

In a move to achieve self-sufficiency in defence capabilities, the Indian Navy has submitted a significant proposal to the Defence Ministry for the construction of its second aircraft carrier. The Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kerala is slated to undertake this project. This initiative, seen as one of the flagship programs under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Aatmanirbharta" (self-reliance) campaign in the defence sector, is set for discussion within the Defence Ministry. Officials highlight that ...

December 4, 2024 12:52 PM

India urges Indian nationals in Canada to exercise caution amid rising tensions

The Ministry also assured that the Indian High Commission/Consulates General will continue to be in contact with the Canadian authorities to ensure the safety and well being of the Indian community in Canada. The advisory added, "Given the deteriorating security environment in Canada, Indian students in particular are advised to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant." Indian nationals in Canada are advised to avoid travelling to the regions that are potential of anti-India activities. ...

October 27, 2023 1:48 PM

India’s ‘Operation Ajay’ brings 6th flight home with 143 passengers, Aid sent to Palestine

The 6th flight of 'Operation Ajay' landed in New Delhi last night. This operation, initiated on October 12, aims to repatriate Indian nationals amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict. The flight carried 143 passengers, including two Nepalese citizens and four infants. They were welcomed at the airport by Minister of State for Steel and Rural Development, Faggan Singh Kulaste. This voluntary departure of Indian nationals became necessary after Hamas militants from the Gaza Strip launched a bold atta...

October 27, 2023 1:48 PM

India sends humanitarian aid to the people of Palestine

An IAF C-17 flight carrying nearly 6.5 tonnes of medical aid and 32 tonnes of disaster relief material for the people of Palestine departs for El-Arish airport in Egypt. India sends Humanitarian aid to the people of Palestine Ministry of External Affairs' Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on October 22 informed that India has sent humanitarian aid to Palestine. He shared on social media platform X, "An IAF C-17 flight carrying nearly 6.5 tonnes of medical aid and 32 tonnes of disaster relief mat...

November 3, 2023 9:49 AM

Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully launched the ISRO TV-D1 rocket

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a major milestone on Saturday by successfully executing the Test Flight Abort Mission for the Gaganyaan mission. Later, ISRO put 'on hold' the launch of first test flight (TV-D1) earlier in the day at 8:45 am due to an issue with the engine ignition. However, the reason for Gaganyaan's TV-D1 launch hold was identified and corrected. As part of the Gaganyaan mission, the primary objective of this flight test vehicle abort mission was to dem...