India data center buildout to hit 8GW by 2030, power access becomes key differentiator: Bernstein

New Delhi [India], June 6 : Bernstein expects India’s data center capacity to surge to the higher end of 5-8GW by 2030 from 1.5GW today, driven by Middle East capacity constraints pushing demand here. The biggest “right to win” won’t be compute hardware but access to land and substation power in the right locations. Navi… Continue reading India data center buildout to hit 8GW by 2030, power access becomes key differentiator: Bernstein

Praggnanandhaa triumphs at Norway Chess in historic first for India

OSLO: (Jun 6) Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa etched his name in the history books as he became the first Indian to win the prestigious Norway Chess title with a final-round victory over Germany’s Vincent Keymer here, capping off a brilliant campaign in style. Praggnanandhaa, who began the final round in second place with 15 points on… Continue reading Praggnanandhaa triumphs at Norway Chess in historic first for India

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Mango ‘magic’ takes over US as Indian Consulate in Seattle brings seven premium varieties to Americans

NEW YORK/SEATTLE: (Jun 6) Indian mangoes are taking US cities by storm, with Americans devouring popular varieties of the fruit and wanting more, as the Consulate General of India in Seattle hosted a special event that highlighted the potential for exports and consumption of the ‘king of fruits’ by connoisseurs in the US Pacific Northwest… Continue reading Mango ‘magic’ takes over US as Indian Consulate in Seattle brings seven premium varieties to Americans

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Cockroach Janta Party founder Dipke arrives in Delhi, urges peaceful Jantar Mantar protest

NEW DELHI: (Jun 6) Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the online movement Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), arrived in Delhi on Saturday ahead of a planned demonstration at Jantar Mantar, and urged supporters to maintain discipline and ensure that the protest remains peaceful. Activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has also expressed support for the protest, stated that he… Continue reading Cockroach Janta Party founder Dipke arrives in Delhi, urges peaceful Jantar Mantar protest

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Ensure NEET retest is held in transparent, stress free manner: Fadnavis to officials

MUMBAI: (Jun 6) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed all concerned agencies to ensure the upcoming National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) retest is conducted in a transparent, smooth and stress-free manner across the state. Re-examination is scheduled for June 21, following the cancellation of the May 3 exam due to the alleged paper leak. Chairing… Continue reading Ensure NEET retest is held in transparent, stress free manner: Fadnavis to officials

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Bill in US Congress seeks to end H-1B visa as route to green card

WASHINGTON: (Jun 6) A hardline Republican lawmaker has introduced a draft legislation in the US Congress seeking an overhaul of the H-1B visa programme, including ending its use as a pathway to permanent residency in the United States. Congressman Chip Roy introduced the American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act on Thursday. The proposed legislation also seeks… Continue reading Bill in US Congress seeks to end H-1B visa as route to green card

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“Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant now being constructed”: Vladimir Putin sees India-Russia trade reaching USD 100 billion

St Petersburg [Russia], June 5 : Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed confidence that India and Russia can significantly expand their economic partnership, projecting bilateral trade to reach USD 100 billion in the coming years, across key sectors, including nuclear energy, hydrocarbons and investments. Speaking on the sidelines of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum… Continue reading “Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant now being constructed”: Vladimir Putin sees India-Russia trade reaching USD 100 billion

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“He is fuelled by his hunger for glory and wants to be crowned a world champion again”: Rodriguez hails Messi’s unmatched hunger ahead of FIFA WC

New York [US], June 5 : Maxi Rodriguez hailed football icon Lionel Messi’s relentless drive and mentality, saying the Argentina captain is still driven by an unshakable hunger for success and a desire to keep making history. He said Messi’s focus remains solely on representing his country and winning another World Cup, rather than personal… Continue reading “He is fuelled by his hunger for glory and wants to be crowned a world champion again”: Rodriguez hails Messi’s unmatched hunger ahead of FIFA WC

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Esha Deol calls Bobby Deol ‘finest actor today’ after watching ‘Bandar’

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 : Actor Esha Deol has heaped praise on her brother Bobby Deol’s latest film Bandar, which hit theatres on Friday, June 5. Ahead of the film’s release, Esha attended a special screening of the movie in Mumbai. After watching the film, she took to social media to share her thoughts… Continue reading Esha Deol calls Bobby Deol ‘finest actor today’ after watching ‘Bandar’

Govt issues ordinance to exempt FIIs from capital gains tax on Government Securities

New Delhi [India], June 5 : The Centre has promulgated the Income-tax (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026, granting tax exemption to Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) on capital gains and interest income arising from investments in government securities (G-Sec). The Ordinance, published in the Gazette of India on Friday, amends the Income-tax Act, 2025. It has been brought… Continue reading Govt issues ordinance to exempt FIIs from capital gains tax on Government Securities