WASHINGTON: India and the US have decided to take a big leap in broad-basing their strategic ties in several critical areas, with President Donald Trump announcing after talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Washington is paving the way to provide New Delhi with F-35 fighter jets as part of increasing military supplies by billions… Continue reading India, US announce ambitious plans to boost defence, energy ties
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PM Modi, US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard discuss various aspects of India-US friendship
Washington, DC [US], February 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with US Director Of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard in Washington, DC on Wednesday (local time). PM Modi and Gabbard discussed various aspects of India-US friendship. PM Modi and Gabbard shook hands and warmly greeted each other. He congratulated Gabbard on her confirmation.… Continue reading PM Modi, US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard discuss various aspects of India-US friendship
Pak troops violate ceasefire in J-K, suffer ‘heavy casualties’ after Indian Army retaliates
JAMMU: Pakistani troops on Wednesday violated ceasefire by resorting to unprovoked firing on Indian posts along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a befitting response by the Indian Army, security officials said. The extent of damage on the Pakistan side was not known immediately but the officials said… Continue reading Pak troops violate ceasefire in J-K, suffer ‘heavy casualties’ after Indian Army retaliates
1984 Anti-Sikh riots: Delhi special court convicted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar
New Delhi: A special court here on Wednesday convicted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a case related to the murders of two people in Saraswati Vihar area during the anti-Sikh riots of 1984. Special Judge for MPs/MLAs cases, Kaveri Baweja, after hearing arguments of both sides, said, “In conclusion, I am of the opinion… Continue reading 1984 Anti-Sikh riots: Delhi special court convicted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar
India, France to collaborate in co-designing, co-producing small and advanced modular rectors
Marseille [France], February 13: In a significant decision concerning civil nuclear energy cooperation, India and France have concluded a declaration of intent on collaboration in co-designing, co-developing and co-producing small modular reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs). The two sides will also be cooperating in the field of capacity building of researchers and professionals… Continue reading India, France to collaborate in co-designing, co-producing small and advanced modular rectors
India offers Pinaka rocket system to France
Marseille [France], February 13: Amid growing defence collaboration between India and France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited the French Army to take a closer look at the DRDO-developed Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher. He emphasized that an acquisition of this system by France would be another milestone in Indo-French defence ties. PM Modi concluded his… Continue reading India offers Pinaka rocket system to France
38th National Games: Final day of athletics action witnesses new records, memorable performances
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India]: The athletics events at the 38th National Games, held in Uttarakhand, concluded on Wednesday, with athletes delivering outstanding performances and setting multiple new records. The final day witnessed intense competition across various events. Gujarat’s Ruchit Mori clinched the gold medal in the men’s 400m hurdles with a timing of 50.97 seconds. Punjab’s… Continue reading 38th National Games: Final day of athletics action witnesses new records, memorable performances
Exposure to passive smoking can induce changes in children’s genes, similar to active smoke: Study
NEW DELHI: A second-hand or passive exposure to cigarette smoke could change how children’s genes express themselves, similar to that in active smokers, thereby making them more vulnerable to disease as adults, according to a study. The findings, published in the journal Environment International, highlighted why children’s exposure to second-hand smoke needs to be reduced.… Continue reading Exposure to passive smoking can induce changes in children’s genes, similar to active smoke: Study
No need to panic over bird flu, measures to control disease in place: Andhra minister
AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh minister K Athcannaidu on Wednesday said there was no need to panic over the outbreak of Avian Influenza in the state as measures to control it are in place. The Animal Husbandry Minister warned against unnecessary rumour mongering, noting that some on social media are falsely pegging the number of dead chickens… Continue reading No need to panic over bird flu, measures to control disease in place: Andhra minister
Prime Minister Modi arrives in Washington DC for bilateral meeting with President Trump
WASHINGTON: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here on a two-day visit to hold high-stakes talks with President Donald Trump in the face of concerns in New Delhi over Washington’s new “America First” trade agenda as well as its policy on immigration. The prime minister will be hosted by the US President on Thursday in what… Continue reading Prime Minister Modi arrives in Washington DC for bilateral meeting with President Trump