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Indian economy to grow by 6.6 pc in 2025, global growth to remain subdued

India's economy is projected to grow by 6.6 per cent in 2025, following an estimated expansion of 6.9 per cent in 2024, UN World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) 2025 report said.

SC stays execution of Sambhal civic body's notice on well near mosque's entrance

The Supreme Court on Friday directed that the notice issued by the Sambhal Nagar Palika in respect of the well located near the stairs/ entrance of the Shahi mosque should not be executed.

'I do make mistakes, I am also human and not God'

PM, in first podcast, said he would never do anything with ill intention

India's IIP Reaches 6-Month High of 5.2 Percent in November Driven by Manufacturing

India's industrial output, which is measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), reached a six-month high of 5.2 percent in November 2024, data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on Friday.

A Russian missile attack in southern Ukraine has killed at least 13 civilians, officials say

A daytime Russian missile attack on the southern Ukraine city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least 13 civilians and wounded about 30 others on Wednesday, officials said.

An Italian journalist is freed from detention in Iran and returns home

An Italian journalist detained in Iran for three weeks was freed Wednesday and returned home, after her fate had become intertwined with that of an Iranian engineer arrested in Italy and wanted by the United States.

The body of an Israeli hostage is found in Gaza

Israel says about a third of the remaining 100 hostages have died

Jobs Challenge

India should focus more on high-skill, high-pay employment opportunities. India has one of the world's most significant numbers of graduates in STEM science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Closer connections between India's technical colleges, employers, and investors can help support better job-matching, continued skills development, and start-up growth which can turn job seekers into job creators

Sambhal mosque panel moves SC for direction to district magistrate to ensure status quo

The Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid Management Committee, on Thursday moved the Supreme Court seeking direction to the District Magistrate to ensure that status quo is maintained with respect to the private well situated near the stairs/entrance of the mosque.

'Gambhir is a hypocrite': Manoj Tiwary slams Team India coach

In the aftermath of India's 3-1 series loss to Australia that led Rohit Sharma's men to concede the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in a decade, former India batter Manoj Tiwary criticised current national team head coach Gautam Gambhir, terming him a 'hypocrite,' and went on to suggest that the ex-India opener does not walk the talk.

After BGT, Team India Shift Focus to White-ball Cricket

Men-in-Blue gear up for busy schedule ahead, including series against England, ICC Champions Trophy

Punjab Face NEUFC, Hope To Regain Form

Struggling Punjab FC will hope to put behind a recent run of poor results and turn their fortunes around as they face an upbeat NorthEast United FC in an Indian Super League (ISL) encounter on Saturday at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati.

Barca beat Bilbao to enter Super Cup final

Lamine Yamal and Gavi Páez scored to lead Barcelona past Athletic Bilbao 2-0 and into the Spanish Super Cup final.

League Cup: Bergvall fires Tottenham to first-leg semifinal victory over Liverpool

18-year-old Swedish sensation nets his maiden goal for Spurs at the very end to earn a gritty victory for the London outfit

Trump's second term may offer new opportunities for South-east Asia, emerging markets, but create risks for export-driven economies

Come 20 January and Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States and will start his second term in the White House.

Market extends previous session's losses

the Sensex was down 528.28 points or 0.68 per cent at 77,620.21, and the Nifty was down 162.45 points or 0.69 per cent at 23,526.50

Tuhin Kanta Pandey Takes Charge as Revenue Secretary

Tuhin Kanta Pandey, who is the current Finance Secretary, took charge as the Secretary, Department of Revenue (DoR), Ministry of Finance, on Thursday.

Equity Fund Inflows in India Surge Over 14% to ₹41,156 Cr in Dec

Actively managed equity mutual fund inflows saw over 14 percent monthly growth at Rs 41,155.9 crore in the month of December, the data by the Association of Mutual Funds of India (AMFI) showed on Thursday.

SIP Inflows in India Cross ₹26,000 Crore Mark for 1st Time in December: AMFI

Monthly systematic investment plans (SIPs) surpassed the Rs 26,000 crore mark for the first time in the month of December, showcasing that small investors continue to rely on mutual funds for long-term investments, as per the data released by the Association of Mutual Funds of India (AMFI) on Thursday.

59 Ultra-Luxury Homes Sold for Approx ₹4,063 Crore in 2024

In 2024, 59 ultra-luxury homes were sold for a total sales value of approximately Rs 4,063 crore, marking a 17% yearly surge in total sales value, data analysed by Anarock said.

HSBC downgrades Indian equities to 'Neutral'; revises Sensex target for 2025 end

Analysts at HSBC have downgraded Indian equities to 'Neutral' from 'Overweight'.

Los Angeles wildfires burn thousands of homes and other structures

A fast-moving fire broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday night, threatening one of Los Angeles' most iconic spots as firefighters battled to get under control three other major blazes that killed five people, put 130,000 people under evacuation orders and ravaged communities from the Pacific Coast to inland Pasadena.

Attack on Chad's presidential palace leaves 19 dead

An attack on Chad's presidential palace left 18 assailants dead and six in custody, with one soldier killed and three wounded, state media reported Thursday.

A Land-Grab Agenda for Modern Times

As the world enters 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump, now preparing for his second term, has reignited the flames of territorial ambition with rhetoric that harks back to America's imperial past.

Assam coal mine disaster: Efforts continue to rescue trapped labourers

Efforts to rescue eight labourers trapped in a flooded coal mine in Assam's Dima Hasao district are on as specialised navy divers work alongside the army and the National Disaster Response Force personnel.

An ear open for echoes of the past

One of the more thought-provoking movies to emerge in the past couple of years, from a Western film industry that thrives on pointless fantasies, redundant remakes and superfluous sequels, was Jonathan Glazer's remarkable recreation of a milieu that is both distant and ever-present.

Political Misogyny

The prevalence of misogyny in Indian politics reflects a troubling reality that undermines the progress of women in public life.

Intellectual Deprivation of Dalits

Over the centuries, the Nepali state has treated Dalits as a sort of an 'enemy within' and excessively abused and deprived them into submission.

Reigniting Growth

India's economic trajectory, once celebrated for its resilience and rapid growth, is now encountering significant headwinds.

Railways to introduce snow cutters for clearing tracks in J-K under Make-in-India initiative

As the countdown begins for massive rail expansion in the Kashmir Valley, the railways is taking all measures to enable year-round connectivity in the region while considering plans to introduce snow cutters for clearing tracks under the Make-in-India initiative.