RBI Holds Repo Rate; 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%. This signals the central bank's measured approach to monetary policy amid economic conditions.

PM Modi Calls for Economic Self-Reliance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made seven appeals for economic self-reliance, emphasizing India's need to reduce dependence on external markets and strengthen domestic capabilities.

EAM Jaishankar on India-Bangladesh Relations

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India-Bangladesh ties must be based on mutual interests, following his visit to Moscow on August 23-24 and amid ongoing diplomatic discussions.

IIT Delhi Student Death Raises Mental Health Concerns

A 31-year-old student at IIT Delhi died after jumping from the 6th floor, highlighting ongoing mental health challenges at premier educational institutions.

Assam-Meghalaya Peace Mechanism After Shillong Violence

Following recent violence in Shillong, Assam and Meghalaya have agreed to build a peace mechanism to ease tensions and prevent future conflicts between the two states.

India Ends Boarding Pass Stamping at Airports

Starting September 1, India will discontinue the practice of stamping boarding passes for international travellers at airports, streamlining departure procedures.

Gandhi's Historical Notes Sold for $1.7 Million

Handwritten notes belonging to Mahatma Gandhi were sold at auction for $1.7 million, underscoring the historical significance and value of India's independence-era artifacts.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Faces Semifinal Decider

The Indian Women's Team's hopes of reaching the FIH Hockey World Cup semifinal depend on a must-win match against Australia, with qualification still uncertain.

Ex-Air Force Vice Chief Criticizes Tejas Mk-2 Programme

Recently retired Air Force Vice Chief expressed serious operational concerns about the Tejas Mk-2 fighter jet programme, questioning its viability just weeks after leaving uniform.

Assam Floods Leave Death Trail Across Region

Devastating floods in Assam have caused significant casualties and destruction, with residents describing the disaster as a tsunami-like event affecting thousands.

India Slams US Body Over RSS Sanctions Proposal

India strongly criticized a US organization for seeking sanctions against the RSS, accusing the body of pursuing its own agenda without understanding India's internal affairs.

GIFT City Ecosystem Attracts Major Financial Players

Edelweiss MD Radhika Gupta praised the GIFT City ecosystem as highly supportive for financial services, highlighting the growing appeal of India's international financial centre.