India tops Singapore, Indonesia in fintech study

In a report released last week, India emerged as the top nation in a fintech study of nine South Asian and Southeast Asian countries published by the Robocash Group .

Has India been targeted due to growing economy?

Subsequent to both the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) hailing India’s resilient economy despite a challenging external environment, many elements have willfully targeted the country in a negative way.

Kashmir issue; Pakistan continues to resort to false propaganda- Report

Despite the truth and reality on the issue of Kashmir, Pakistan has a bad habit of coming up with various misinformation and conspiracy theories to discredit India as a part of its false propaganda.

Dhangri attack: J&K Police says terrorists hiding in Rajouri hills

The Jammu and Kashmir Police has said that terrorists involved in the Dhangri village attack are hiding in the upper reaches of Rajouri district and announced a reward of Rs 10 lakh for anyone providing information about them.

The mantra of unity is the ultimate antidote says Prime Minister Modi

Addressing India’s Republican Day Celebrations Prime Minister Modi said “The mantra of unity is a pledge as well as India’s strength. This is the only way India will achieve grandeur,”

Chinese balloon to have “far-reaching consequences” on US-China ties: Report

Beijing’s balloon spotted in American airspace will have “far-reaching consequences” on the bilateral ties between the United States and China, The Hong Kong Post reported.

India continues to share partnership with Sri Lanka

India and Sri Lanka enjoy a vibrant and growing economic and commercial partnership, which has witnessed considerable expansion over the years. India has traditionally been among Sri Lanka’s largest trade partners and Sri Lanka remains among the largest trade partners of India in the SAARC.

‘If India takes the Covid nasal vaccine, other countries will also use it’:Krishna Ella

Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech founder’s Ella Foundation has signed an agreement with US-based University of Wisconsin’s Madison Global Health Institute to establish a One Health Centre in Bangalore, which will develop and produce new vaccines for the country.

Nikki Haley poised to enter 2024 US presidential race

Nikki Haley, the former US ambassador to the United Nations and two-term governor of South Carolina, is reportedly poised to announce she is seeking the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.

India, China likely to drive half of 2023 global growth, says IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said India and China will account for half of the global economic growth in 2023, as the multilateral agency retained its growth forecast for Asia’s third-largest economy for 2023-24 (FY24).

Islamic world worried about Taliban’s interpretation of Islam: Report

The Islamic world is worried about the Taliban’s interpretation of Islam as it poses political challenges. The Taliban has enforced Sharia laws based on their own interpretation of Islam, according to Dubai-based media network Al Arabiya Post.

Need to reform UNSC to reflect new realities: PM Modi to UNGA chief

PM Narendra Modi on Monday reiterated the importance of reforming the UN multilateral system, including the Security Council, so as to truly reflect contemporary geopolitical realities in a meeting with UNGA president Csaba Korosi.

Digital currency to further bolster digital economy, says RBI’s Ajay Kumar

Digital currency will further bolster the digital economy, make payment system more efficient, reduce cost involved in physical cash management and also contribute to further financial inclusion, RBI Executive Director Ajay Kumar Choudhary said on Wednesday.

Unique opportunity for Sri Lanka and India to strengthen bilateral relations

Sri Lanka and India have enjoyed a robust relationship since independence from British colonial rule in the contemporary era. Nevertheless, both of these countries have enjoyed historical links for more than three thousand years, even before the time of Lord Buddha.

India, China ahead of United States and EU members in many respects: Russian FM Sergei Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke at length on the development of new centres of economic power, and financial and political influence and stated that China and India are already ahead of the United States and EU members in a number of ways when it comes to it.

India’s strategy to move forward with developing countries

India has put forward a long-term strategy of advancing by prioritizing the common agenda of all developing countries rather than advancing alone.

Jaishankar expresses grief over Nepal plane crash

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday expressed grief over the Nepal plane crash. ’’Deeply grieved on hearing about the air crash in Pokhara, Nepal. Our thoughts are with the affected families,’’ the minister tweeted on his official twitter handle @DrSJaishankar.

Indian leaders express grief over Nepal plane crash

Indian leaders condoled the death of 68 people, including at least 5 Indians, in Nepal’s Yeti Airlines ATR-72 plane crash on Sunday.

India’s response to China was strong and firm: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday highlighted India’s ’strong and firm’ counter-response to China, which tried to unilaterally change the status quo on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in May 2020, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and more recently in the Tawang sector of Arunachal Pradesh in December, last year.

Norway’s Climate Investment Fund to invest in SAEL to develop 3000 MW clean energy

The new Norwegian Climate Investment Fund, managed by Norfund, is investing about 500 crore INR in equity in SAEL, an Indian solar and agri waste-to-energy company. The investment will contribute to avoiding more than 2.8 million tons of CO2 emissions and improving air quality by reducing stubble burning.

India’s strong counter terrorism response shows country won’t be coerced by others: Jaishankar

In a veiled attack on Pakistan, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that India’s firm response to terrorism and to the violation of agreements by China shows that the nation can not be coerced by anybody.

Nepal PM Prachanda likely to visit India in first foreign trip

Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ’Prachanda’ will visit India soon on his first foreign trip after assuming the top executive post of the country for the third time.

Foundational literacy to remain India’s focus at its G20 presidency

In its ongoing presidency of the G20, India will focus on foundational literacy and numeracy. The Ministry of Education, which will lead the Education Working Group (EdWG), plans to hold four such meetings during the event followed by a conclave of education ministers of participating countries between January and June 2023, according to a G20 agenda document.

India to Play Crucial Role in Technology Sector in G20

India has a crucial role to play in its G20 presidency in the technology sector. As a country with a strong focus on technology and innovations, it has a significant role to play in bridging the digital divide.

Indian PM Modi flags off world’s longest river cruise MV Ganga Vilas in Varanasi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the world’s longest river Cruise, MV Ganga Vilas in Varanasi via video conferencing on Friday.

Air India likely to seal half of jumbo plane order with Boeing today

Air India is set to place an order for 190 Boeing 737 MAX narrow body planes along with 20 Boeing 787s and 10 Boeing 777X today, a Reuters report quoted industry sources as saying.

India progressing fast on energy transition

As the entire world is trying hard to find solutions to mitigate climate change, India is putting its plans together faster to conserve energy and move towards alternative ones.

First time in 12 years, India invites Pakistan’s foreign minister for SCO meet: Report

India has sent an invitation to Pakistan’s foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) foreign ministers’ meeting which is scheduled to take place in Goa.

World Athletics proposes new transgender eligibility rules

World Athletics has proposed continuing to allow transgender women to compete in female international track and field events.

PM Shehbaz Sharif orders inquiry into 16-hour power outage in Pakistan

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered an inquiry into the power outage in Pakistan that took place at around 7.