India's forex reserves rise USD 3.7 billion

Post three consecutive weeks of decline, India’s foreign exchange reserves rose again by USD 3.668 billion to USD 641.590 billion in the week that ended on May 3, RBI data showed.

HOW NORTH KOREA IS BENEFITING FROM THE WAR IN UKRAINE

Since the start of the war there has been a convergence of interests between Russia and North Korea. Put simply, Moscow has an acute need for munitions and Pyongyang is a willing supplier.

China ignores Taiwan envoy in Israel's Holocaust memorial event

The annual event is attended by Holocaust survivors, local dignitaries, and foreign diplomats posted in Israel including Taiwan envoy to Israel Abby Lee among its speakers on May 6.

USCIRF report on religious freedom in India ill-conceived

The compilations of events and cases in India, without an effort to understand the complexity of Indian society, marked by plurality, diversity and democratic ethos, actually makes the documenta half-baked exercise.

LOK SABHA ELECTIONS TAKE A MODI VS RAHUL TURN

Prime Minister Modi new strategy is to surround the Congress with new issues in every phase.

SP AIMS TO RECLAIM KANNAUJ AS IT FACES BJP INCUMBENT IN A FIGHT

SP aims to reclaim Kannauj stronghold; BJP counters with incumbent MP Subrat Pathak; issues include perfume industry, agriculture, infrastructure.

STAR-SPANGLED CONTESTS ENLIVEN POLLS IN MID-BENGAL

Among the notable names are Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, Yusuf Pathan and Shatrughan Sinha.

PURVANCHALI INFLUENCE LIKELY TO DECIDE DELHI SEATS

Delhi’s political landscape shifts towards Purvanchali voters; AAP, Congress, BJP vie for support, addressing their concerns and demands.

PM TOUCHES FEET OF 80-YEAR-OLD PADMA AWARDEE IN KANDHAMAL

Purnamasi Janiis a poet and socialactivist, who has composed over 50,000 devotional songs.

Kejriwal instructs cadre to ensure Kanhaiya's victory

Asource close to Kanhaiya Kumar said, Kejriwal has not done this for other constituencies. His instructions are especially for the constituency from where Kanhaiya Kumar is contesting.’

Conversions not an issue in LS elections in Punjab in spite of tensions

There are allegations that conversion is rampant in the state.

LALU CORNERS CONGRESS BY SEEKING RESERVATION FOR MUSLIMS

As the former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad stoked a controversy by favouring “poora” (complete) reservation for Muslims, sources in Congress claim that the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief did it deliberately to corner the grand old partyin the state as Lalu sees the growth of the national party as a threat to his party’s existence.

PM leads campaign blitz as Rahul falls behind

Rahul Gandhihas done only 44 public rallies and interactions until 11 May.

REPORT BUSTS PROPAGANDA ON INDIA'S TREATMENT OF MINORITIES

Unlike in India, where the majority’s share has gone down, Muslim majority countries in the neighbourhood have witnessed an increase in share.

GENERATION 3 REFORMS WILL REACH THE LEVEL OF PANCHAYATS IN MODI 3.0: FM SITHARAMAN

‘Banks don’t ask Government of India anymore for money to do business. They go to the market like any other business, raise capital in the market, and with that do business and earn profit. It’s a lot more professional way of doing business.’

CHINESE MEDIA REVOKES ENTRIES FROM SOUTH ASIAN JOURNALISM AWARDS

This move is being initiated by the Chinese media organisation due to rising domestic pressure on those seen to be cooperating with foreign entities.

Tata Power Renewable Energy inks pact with SJVN for 460 MW clean energy

Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL) on Saturday said it has signed an agreement with state-owned SJVN Ltd to set up a 460 MW Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) project.

CJI DY CHANDRACHUD CALLS FOR GLOBAL COLLABORATION

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud emphasized on Saturday the necessity for juvenile justice systems to adapt by improving international cooperation and sharing best practices to combat the escalating transnational digital crimes involving minors, amidst the rapid evolution of technology.

COURT ORDERS NO COERCIVE ACTION AGAINST BIHAR UNIVERSITIES

The Patna High Court has directed the Bihar education department not to take coercive action against state universities and their officials until further notice.

Court adjourns Afzal Ansari's plea challenging conviction

The Allahabad High Court has adjourned the hearing of a criminal appeal filed by Ghazipur MP Afzal Ansari challenging his conviction and four-year sentence in a gangsters Act case by a trial court of Ghazipur until May 13.

Ferrato Launches e-Motorcycle Disruptor' at Rs 159,999

Ferrato, the premium brand of Okaya EV, has officially launched its highly-anticipated electr ic motorcycle Disruptor at INR 1,59,999, combining unparalleled performance and futuristic design packed with cutting-edge technology, setting a new standard in the EV bike segment and redefining the sports bike experience at a low cost of 25 paise per km.

USHA MARTIN: STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION DRIVES STRONG PERFORMANCE

Usha Martin was established in 1960 and is today a leading global manufacturer and market leader in the wire rope industry with its multi-unit and multi-product portfolio.

INDIA TO EXPEDITE CECA WITH AUSTRALIA

Commerce Secretary, co-chaired the first Joint Committee Meeting along with his Australian counterpart in Canberra and reviewed the progress of India-Australia CECA.

India adds five tons of gold in its reserves in March

The Reserve Bank of India added 5 tons of Gold to its reserves during March. The gold reserves of the central banks worldwide reported a net increase in their gold reserves.

DONALD TRUMP TESTS THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM TO THE LIMIT

Trump, facing multiple legal battles, receives special treatment while openly undermining the rule of law, raising concerns about the justice system’s integrity.

CANADA ADVOCATES FOR A FOREIGN INFLUENCE TRANSPARENCY REGISTRY

Did a Tuesday morning Press Conference by concerned diaspora groups in Canada make a difference?

17 PEOPLE IN MALAITA STAND IN WAY OF CHINA'S TAKEOVER OF THE SOLOMONS

‘Many of us have received phone calls from the opposing camp] telling them if they join the camp they will be given projects for their wards and 300,000 around US$35,000] each’, says former Malaita Premier Daniel Suidani.

RAHUL WAS NOT KEEN TO CONTEST FROM UP

Sources say that sister Priyanka wanted to contest the elections.

SP hoping to expand its voter-base with PDA outreach

With Samajwadi Party leadership echoing its PDA (Pichda, Dalit, Adivasi) narrative.

BJP AIMS TO RETAIN ITS HOLD ON GWALIOR-CHAMBAL REGION

BJP’s continued domination, Scindia’s BJ P debut, and electoral dynamics in 2024 Lok Sabha contest in Gwalior-Chambal region.