UN Human Rights Council urged to act against apostasy and blasphemy executionsA global rights group, Jubilee Campaign, has urged nations to abolish death penalty laws for apostasy and blasphemy, citing violations of f...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Iran-Israel conflict puts UAE, Saudi Arabia's foreign workers under strainA protracted conflict in the Gulf is jeopardizing billions in remittances, vital for families across Asia and Africa. Migrant workers, like...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
JD(U) reposes trust in Nitish, calls Nishant its futureBihar's JD(U) lauded Nitish Kumar for a smooth power transition, now seeing its future in his son, Nishant. The party ratified Kumar's re-e...
21 Jun, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
JD(U) state council seeks 'big role' in party for Nishant KumarJanata Dal (United) has resolved to give a significant role to Nishant Kumar, heir apparent and Health Minister, recognizing him as the "le...
21 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
India remains ADB's largest private sector market; lender eyes USD 1 bn direct support in 2026India stands at the forefront of the Asian Development Bank's investment strategies as the lender aims to deploy roughly USD 1 billion in d...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
Affordable housing, rental expansion and RERA reforms set to define next growth phase in India's urban region: ReportIndia's housing sector is set for a major overhaul, driven by urbanization and policy shifts. A report highlights the urgent need for affor...
21 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Northeast India poised to be next growth engine via sustainable agriculture and organic produce: Nirmala SitharamanUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted Northeast India's potential as a growth engine, emphasizing sustainable agriculture a...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to participate in International Yoga Day in LadakhVice President CP Radhakrishnan arrived in Leh for a three-day visit to Ladakh, coinciding with International Yoga Day celebrations. He wil...
20 Jun, 2026, 08.59 AM IST
BRICS security meet to test post-conflict consensus on IranNew Delhi is set to host a crucial Brics national security advisers' meeting on June 23, with top officials from China, Russia, and Iran at...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.30 AM IST
Seven-fold rise in funds under externally aided projects in northeast under Modi government: Nirmala SitharamanChairing a conference on "Leveraging externally aided projects in the northeastern states" here, she said that assistance under the externa...
19 Jun, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
Assam seeks enhanced access to EAPs to sustain Northeast’s growth momentum: CM Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the significant role of Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) in the North East's developme...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.59 PM IST
Karnataka MLC polls: Congress sweeps all five seats, says mandate backs government's policiesCongress achieved a significant win in the Karnataka Legislative Council elections, securing all five seats. Leaders stated the results ref...
19 Jun, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
International Finance Corporation announces $371 million investment in data centre operator SifyThe International Finance Corporation is investing $371 million in Sify Technologies. This funding will develop two new data centres in Nav...
18 Jun, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
UKIBC hails India-UK trade pact rollout from July 15, says CETA to unlock new growth opportunitiesThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement, CETA, will become effective on July 15, 2026. This landmark deal opens new avenues...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
Banks, fintechs join forces to fight money laundering, terror financing under new platformIndia's financial sector has launched a new platform called ARIFAC. This brings together banks, NBFCs, payment firms, insurers, and other e...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.17 PM IST
Indian climate policy expert to help deliver Commonwealth Youth ForumVikrant Srivastava, an Indian climate policy expert, will help plan the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Forum in Antigua and Barbuda. He joins 22 o...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
CAG flags shortcomings at Social Audit Unit of Assam; suggests corrective measuresAssam's Social Audit Unit is struggling with significant operational and governance issues. A CAG report reveals its registration expired f...
14 Jun, 2026, 01.54 PM IST