Exports rise 18% to 6-month high in May; trade deficit widensIndia's merchandise exports reached a record $45.2 billion in May. Imports also grew, leading to a trade deficit of $28.21 billion. Commerc...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
Hope US-Iran deal will help restore peace: PM ModiIndia has embraced the recent agreement between the United States and Iran as a beacon of hope for peace in West Asia. Prime Minister Naren...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
PM Modi receives Slovakia’s highest civilian honour during Bratislava visitPrime Minister Narendra Modi received Slovakia's highest civilian honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class), during his histo...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.10 PM IST
India's trade with West Asia gradually improving: Commerce SecyIndia's trade with West Asia faced disruptions in May due to the US-Iran conflict. Exports saw a slight dip but are recovering. Imports als...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
West Asia peace deal seen boosting India's textile exportsIndia's textile exports are set for a boost following the end of the West Asia conflict. European orders are expected to rise, improving pr...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
2.3 cr people, 76 lakh houses, 55 lakh households recorded in Delhi during Census Phase 1Delhi's Census 2027 first phase is complete. Over 76 lakh houses and 55 lakh households were covered. Provisional data shows more than 2.3 ...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
'India-Slovakia ties elevated to Comprehensive Partnership': PM ModiIndia and Slovakia have upgraded their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Slovak counterpar...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
India's trade deficit narrows slightly to $28.21 billion in May as petroleum exports cushion energy import blowIndia's trade deficit saw a slight reduction in May. A recent US-Iran agreement is bringing welcome relief. This deal is expected to stabil...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
PM Modi welcomes US-Iran peace deal, hopes for peace in West AsiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed an understanding between the United States and Iran to end the conflict in West Asia. This develo...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
Congress slams PM Modi's 'blind devotion to Israel', says national interest demands greater balanceCongress has criticized the Modi government's foreign policy. They state Pakistan's influence is growing, posing a challenge alongside Chin...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
US-Iran peace deal may help boost India's exports, stabilise rupeeA peace deal between the US and Iran is set to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This agreement is anticipated to significantly boost India's ex...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
Basmati rice, tea exports to West Asia come to a grinding haltExports of basmati rice and tea to West Asia have stopped due to the US-Iran conflict. Vessels carrying rice are waiting at Kandla Port. Te...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
WB liquor retailers allege Rs 300 crore collected as unauthorised transport charges, seek probeWest Bengal liquor traders claim over Rs 300 crore was collected from them between 2022 and 2025. They allege these are unauthorized transp...
14 Jun, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
'Light to moderate rainfall is still anticipated across northwest India,' says IMD scientist; issues yellow alertIMD scientist Naresh Kumar explained, "Over the past few days, northwest India, including Delhi, has experienced moderate to heavy rainfall...
13 Jun, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
Risks cloud hover over microfinanceThe Reserve Bank of India, too, raised concerns over higher inflation due to low average rainfall and supply chain disruptions due to geopo...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
₹635 crore Bengal Global Business Summit scam alleged, CM Adhikari calls for probeWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a probe into an alleged Rs 635 crore scam related to the Bengal Global Business Summi...
12 Jun, 2026, 10.00 PM IST
More working women, not more babies, key to growthIndia faces a demographic shift with falling fertility rates. Economists are concerned about future economic growth. Instead of financial i...
12 Jun, 2026, 12.18 AM IST