PM Modi Marks 76th Birthday with National Celebrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 76th birthday was marked by programmes and prayers across India, with world leaders including Putin and Netanyahu sending wishes. Modi responded with a thank-you note expressing heartfelt gratitude for the birthday greetings.

India Positioned as Trusted Chipmaking Hub

PM Modi pitched India as a reliable and prepared destination to meet new global manufacturing challenges, emphasizing the country's capacity to serve as a trusted chipmaking hub amid shifting global supply chains.

Hospital Expansion Improves Access but Pricing Out Millions

India's hospital boom is expanding healthcare access, but rising costs are pricing millions out of critical care services, creating a gap between availability and affordability.

Medicine Purchases May Require CCTV Recording

New regulations under consideration would mandate CCTV recording of medicine purchases, a move aimed at improving oversight and regulation of pharmaceutical transactions.

RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady; GDP Growth Projected at 6.9%

The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged while projecting India's real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%, signaling economic stability amid global uncertainties.

Sugar Prices Surge, Impacting Festive Season Affordability

Sugar prices have soared across India, with the poorest households bearing the brunt of inflation as the festive season approaches, threatening affordability for essential commodities.

Abhishek Sharma Hits Record 30-Ball Century

Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma smashed a record 30-ball century against Afghanistan, sealing a 3-0 series victory for India in international cricket competition.

India-Pakistan Navy Ship Collision Raises Escalation Concerns

A collision between Indian and Pakistani naval vessels has sparked alarm over the potential for unintended military escalation between the two nations.

Trinamool Party Name and Symbol Frozen Ahead of Bypolls

India's election commission has frozen the Trinamool Congress party's name and symbol ahead of upcoming bypolls, amid an internal dispute over party leadership and representation.

India Commits to Energy Security Through Diverse Sourcing

The Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed India's commitment to energy security by pursuing diverse sourcing strategies, reducing dependence on any single supplier.

India Warns US Tariffs on Russian Oil Could Impact Relations

India has cautioned that new US tariffs targeting Russian oil imports could negatively affect bilateral ties, as India relies on Russian energy supplies for economic stability.