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India's Solar Panel Exports Surge as World Looks Beyond China

India is emerging as a major exporter of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells as countries look for alternatives to China for sourcing supplies in their switch to renewable energy to fight climate change.

Market Continues Winning Streak

Investors' wealth increased by around ₹ 5.8 lakh crore

Indian Economy in Robust Spot Globally in 2025 With High-Frequency Indicators Picking Up Growth

As 2025 begins on a note of heightened global uncertainties ahead of the US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, India continues to be in a much stronger position with high-frequency indicators showing a pickup in the pace of growth in the third quarter of current fiscal (Q3 FY25), according to a report on Thursday.

US Army veteran who killed 15 in New Orleans attack was inspired by the Islamic State group

A US Army veteran who drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year's revelers in New Orleans, killing 15 people, had posted videos to social media hours before the carnage saying he was inspired by the Islamic State group and expressing a desire to kill, the president said.

12 Killed in Montenegro Shooting, Suspect Kills Self

Prime Minister Milojko Spajić said that the government may try to impose a total ban on weapons 'because we must ask ourselves after this who should be allowed to have guns in Montenegro'

Bangladesh Court Again Rejects Bail for Hindu Leader Who Led Rallies

A court in southeastern Bangladesh on Thursday rejected a plea for bail by a jailed Hindu leader who led large rallies in the Muslim-majority country demanding better security for minority groups.

Firework mortars, gas canisters stuffed inside Tesla that exploded outside Trump's Las Vegas hotel

Firework mortars and camp fuel canisters were found stuffed into the back of the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel early Wednesday, killing a suspect inside the vehicle and sparking an intense investigation into possible terrorism.

Impeached South Korean president issues defiant message as he faces possible detention

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Railways to ensure clean & hygienic food at stations during Kumbh

As preparations for a grand Mahakumbh 2025 gain momentum, the Railways are gearing up to enhance the experience for devotees and visitors, ensuring the availability of clean and hygienic food to them.

Indian Army Launches Gomti Task Force to Support River Rejuvenation in Uttar Pradesh

In May 2019, the Indian Army and Territorial Army (TA) set a global precedent by establishing the first-ever Composite Ecological Task Force (CETF) for the rejuvenation of the River Ganga, under the ongoing National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG).

Tripura Govt to Move Bill Giving Retirement Benefits to MLAs Who Served Even for a Day

A Bill would be moved in the Winter session of the Tripura Assembly amending the existing law to provide retirement benefits to MLAs who have served even for just a day, officials said on Thursday.

Assam Reclaims 9,000 Ha Encroached Land Amid Declining Forest Cover Concerns

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Thursday that the state government has reclaimed 9,000 hectares (equivalent to 74,000 bighas) of land from illegal encroachment over the past three years, restoring it to the forest department.

Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid Survey Report Reaches Court

The Next Action Will Depend On The Instructions Of The Supreme Court Or Allahabad High Court

CPI Rejects Manipur CM Biren Singh's Apology, Demands His Resignation Amid Governance Crisis

The Communist Party of India (CPI) has dismissed Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh's recent apology for the ethnic violence in the state, demanding his immediate resignation.

Article 370 the reason behind terrorism in Kashmir valley: Amit Shah

Highlighting the importance of the abrogation of Article 370, Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday said that it was after its revocation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership that a new era of development began in Kashmir valley which was affected due to terrorism.

Occasional Notes

AUSTRALIA has been again lucky in the toss and has again started excellently.

Are tourists loving Kyoto to death?

Kyoto, one of Japan's major tourist destinations, is suffering from over-tourism amid booming inbound demand.

The World Can Be Better When Hopes Coalesce

We all like to start a new year on a hopeful note.

Pacific Narratives

Experts believe that the Indo-Pacific has also given a direct recognition of the growing importance of India whose emergence as a strong economic power and leading security actor in ways reflected in the old facets of the region. To recollect history, the geographical space referred to as Asia-Pacific revolved primarily around two civilizations, India and China. The colonial system led to the end of Indian and Chinese influence over their neighbours and to a fragmentation of the region

ADGM from Abu Dhabi to GMC - A gateway for foreign investment

The adoption of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) legal framework for Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) marks a pivotal development in Bhutan's economic strategy.

Supreme Court tags Owaisi's plea on Places of Worship Act with pending matters

The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the tagging of a plea filed by AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi seeking implementation of the Places of Worship Act, 1991 with a pending batch of matters.

Prashant Kishor to begin hunger strike over BPSC aspirants' concerns

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor is set to begin an indefinite hunger strike on Thursday, demanding that the concerns of Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants be addressed.

My govt not facing pressure from PM or Home Minister: Omar Abdullah

In a significant statement, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said his government was functioning independently and dismissed reports of being under pressure from the Centre, Raj Bhawan, or any political leaders, including those from the BJP.

Never directed to end Dallewal's hunger strike: SC

Dallewal has been firm that he would take medical aid only if the Union govt was ready for talks

Centre denying funds, threatening and throttling state: TN school education minister

Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, on Thursday, charged the BJP-led Union Government with denying funds and 'threatening and throttling' the state to implement the New Education Policy (NEP).

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar takes oath as Kerala Governor

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar was sworn in as the new Governor of Kerala in a ceremony held at the Raj Bhavan here on Thursday.

Telangana Officials Seek Time From ED in Formula E Scam

Both senior IAS officer and special chief secretary Arvind Kumar and former HMDA chief engineer BLN Reddy have sought some time to appear before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Formula E race scam.

TN sexual assault: HC slams political parties for protests

Protests by political parties just to attract media attention, not out of genuine concern, says judge

Probe on into video recording in women's washrooms at Hyderabad college after protests

After massive protests by female students of a private engineering college over alleged video recording in hostel bathrooms, police on Thursday registered a case and began investigations.

R G Kar financial scam: CBI video-records statements of witnesses

The investigating officials have identified Ghosh, Suman Hazra and Biplab Sinha as the biggest beneficiaries of the 'scam'