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Steel Ministry Seeks $1.7 Billion to Help Mills Cut Emissions

India's steel ministry has asked for ₹15,000 crore ($1.74 billion) from the budget to offer mills incentives to produce low-carbon steel, two government sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.

Infosys Beats Q3 View, Raises Full-Year Forecast

Q3 revenue rose 7.6% to ₹41,764 cr, beating average analysts' estimate of ₹41,278 cr

Death Toll Hits 87 As Standoff Between Police And Miners Ends In South Africa

The death toll in a monthslong standoff between police and miners trapped while working illegally in an abandoned gold mine in South Africa has risen to at least 87, police said on Thursday as they wound down a rescue operation that has pulled more than 240 survivors out from deep underground.

Biden warns of oligarchy threat forming in US

President Joe Biden capped a half-century political career on Wednesday with a final Oval Office speech as he hopes to seal a legacy overshadowed by Democrats' failure to stop Donald Trump from returning to the White House.

Dallewal stable, some signs of starvation visible: Medical report

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on hunger strike for the last 51 days, is exhibiting indicators of starvation ketosis (when the body, which isn't getting glucose from starch, burns stored fat for energy) but most of his other health parameters are in the normal range, according to his latest medical reports dated January 10 and January 14, copies of which have been seen by Hindustan Times.

Tensions simmer at Bengal's border as India, B'desh spar over frontier fencing

Uttam Mondal, 41, a farmer from Sabdalpur village in West Bengal's Malda district, was still all charged up as he narrated details of the January 5 face-off between the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) that saw villagers from the bordering areas of both countries gathering at the spot as tensions ran high over the construction of a fence on the Indian side along the Indo-Bangla border.

Israeli PM: Gaza Truce Deal Delayed by 'Last Minute Crisis' With Hamas

US President Joe Biden and key mediator Qatar announced the deal on Wednesday, which is aimed at releasing scores of hostages held in Gaza

Uttarakhand assures U.P. of adequate water supply

With the Mahakumbh fair at Prayagraj witnessing the arrival of millions of pilgrims, the Uttarakhand government has assured adequate water discharge from the Tehri Dam for the 45-day long fair, according to state cabinet minister Satpal Maharaj.

Akhada walk tour package introduced for visitors at ₹2,000

To enhance the experience for pilgrims attending Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, the Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation (UPSTDC) has launched a new series of specialised tour packages, including the notable Akhada Walk Tour, priced at ₹2,000.

Policemen Quiz Suspicious Man Nabbed in Mela Camp

Police and intelligence agencies were said to be investigating the reasons behind the presence of a suspicious man at the Dugdeshwarnath Ashram camp located in Sector 20 of the Mahakumbh Mela area.

India to be global EV production hub, says Toshihiro Suzuki

Japan's Suzuki Motor Corporation plans to enter the electric small car segment in future after gathering experience from its first EV, SUV e VITARA which will make its global debut in India which will be the company's production hub, its Representative Director and President Toshihiro Suzuki said on Thursday.

Financials Lead Rise In Shares; Reliance, Infosys Results In Focus

Indian shares rose on Thursday, led by financials and tracking other global markets, after underlying U.S. inflation softened in December, boosting the likelihood of further rate cuts.

Jangam Sadhus Enchant as 'Wandering Shrines of Lord Shiva'

A group of sadhus, revered as 'human shrines' of Lord Shiva, is captivating international visitors and domestic pilgrims alike at the Mahakumbh Mela.

The prospect of peace in Gaza

World should help firewall fragile ceasefire deal from churn in Israel politics, restart rehabilitation of Palestinians

What EC data on women participation in polls says

While democracy calls for diverse representation, traditional gender roles continue to restrict women's participation in political spaces.

Chasing the monsoon, IMD in mission mode

With advancements in infrastructure and computing, it is equally important to continue to enhance satellite-based observations to improve weather and climate services

Sullivan, Waltz Agree on Key Role Played by India in Relations

Joe Biden's outgoing national security advisor Jake Sullivan and Donald Trump's incoming NSA Michael Waltz have both said that China poses the single most important long-term strategic challenge to the United States, and India was a key partner for the US in this competition.

Rohit hits the nets ahead of Mumbai's Ranji match

Jaiswal, Pant and Gill too will be available for the next round of matches, as per BCCI's directive

India's Dec Merchandise Trade Deficit at $21.94 Billion

India posted a narrower-than-expected merchandise trade deficit in December at $21.94 billion on Wednesday, while lowering its import figures for April-November following an unprecedented miscalculation in gold shipments.

Aditya Birla Fashion to raise $500 million via share sales

India's Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail (ABFRL) will raise $500 million by selling shares, including to U.S. investment firm Fidelity, the retailer said on Wednesday.

Federal Probe Opens Into Deadly LA Fires

A huge federal probe was under way on Tuesday into what caused the deadly Los Angeles wildfires, with millions in the city clamoring for answers.

Israel Denies Hamas Agreed to Gaza Deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office denied on Wednesday that Hamas had agreed to the Gaza ceasefire proposal from Qatari mediators, after an Israeli official said the Palestinian militant group had given its approval.

Local electronics parts may get budget boost

The measures are also expected to ease trade and make their exports competitive

Rock found on Bareilly-Pilibhit line; derailment bid thwarted

41 train sabotage bids reported between Jan 2024 and Jan 14 this year

Sale of luxury homes, priced ₹4 cr and above, up 53% in 2024

Luxury homes, each costing ₹4 crore and above, were in much demand last year with sales rising 53% to 19,700 units across seven major cities, according to CBRE.

America's 'soul' at stake, warns Biden

US President Joe Biden warned on Wednesday that the \"soul of America\" is still at stake, as he prepared to deliver his farewell address to the nation before the return of Donald Trump.

Railways May See Best Operating Ratio in 5 Yrs

The Union budget may peg Indian Railways' operating ratio at the best in five years in FY26 on higher freight revenue and increased central funds, two people aware of the matter said.

Gold flown in small amounts to avoid detection

Seizures of smuggled gold from air passengers by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in the last two years have shown a particular trend—smugglers using multiple carriers to transport smaller quantities, instead of large quantities, to evade detection.

Bangladesh's Top Court Acquits Former PM Khaleda in Graft Case

Bangladesh's Supreme Court acquitted former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia in a 2008 corruption case, on Wednesday, clearing the way for the ailing leader to fight parliamentary elections in the troubled South Asian country.

The meat of the obesity problem

New metrics are needed to diagnose this health condition, which is rising in India