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The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested two officials from the Central Government Health Scheme in Meerut for allegedly accepting a bribe to facilitate a staff transfer, officials confirmed on Friday. MeerutThe accused have been identified as Natasha Verma, Additional
Jishnu Dev Varma, Governor of Maharashtra, on Friday said the state is poised to play a central role in achieving India’s long-term economic ambitions, announcing a target contribution of $1 trillion toward the nation’s growth vision. MumbaiSpeaking at the Maharashtra Day cele
President Droupadi Murmu visited the Headquarters of the Army Training Command in Shimla on Friday, commending its vital role in strengthening the operational readiness and future capabilities of the Indian Army. ShimlaDuring her visit to Army Training Command in Shimla, the P
New Delhi Political sparring intensified over the West Bengal electoral process on Friday, with leaders across parties levelling sharp allegations over Electronic Voting Machines' (EVMs) security, voter verification procedures, and the role of the Election Commission, even as
Srinagar Lt General Balbir Singh on Friday assumed charge as the General Officer Commanding of the Srinagar-based strategic 15 Corps, also known as the Chinar Corps, succeeding Lt General Prashant Srivastava. Lt Gen Srivastava handed over command after a 19-month tenure marked
New Delhi The Great Nicobar Project, work on which is underway, aims to transform the Great Nicobar into a strategic maritime and economic hub by leveraging its proximity to the global East–West shipping route and reducing dependence on foreign transshipment ports keeping in v
New Delhi Vishvajit Sahay has taken charge as Secretary (Defence Finance) in the Ministry of Defence, bringing over three decades of experience in defence finance and public administration. A 1990 batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service, he previously served as Co
New Delhi Goods and Services Tax collections in India rose 8.7 per cent year-on-year to a record Rs 2.43 lakh crore in April, government data showed on Friday, marking the highest monthly GST mop-up since the tax system was introduced. The previous record was set in April l
Seoul South Korea’s exports remained strong, crossing $80 billion for a second straight month in April, driven by semiconductor demand. Outbound shipments reached $85.89 billion, up 48% year-on-year, according to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources. This marks the
New Delhi Ministry of Women and Child Development convened the first preparatory meeting of the BRICS Women’s Working Group under India’s BRICS Presidency to advance women-led development and social transformation. The virtual meeting focused on shaping outcomes for the upc
New Delhi India’s organised live events sector is set for robust growth, projected to rise from Rs 145 billion in 2025 to Rs 196 billion by 2028, marking a steady 10% annual increase. The government has identified this segment as the fastest-growing within the media and entert
India-Africa ties New Delhi India and the African Development Bank Group are expanding cooperation across key sectors as momentum builds for the India-Africa Forum Summit 2026, scheduled to be held in New Delhi. The growing partnership focuses on digital infrastructure,
India marks International Labour Day with rising women workforce participation and expanded social protection coverage nationwide, reflecting inclusive economic growth. New Delhi India has recorded significant progress in women’s workforce participation and social protectio
Pakistan faces severe fuel-price shock as global oil surge deepens inflation, strains imports, widens fiscal pressure, and threatens economic stability amid rising public hardship. New Delhi Pakistan is facing its most serious fuel-price shock in more than 50 years, with ri
India–Tanzania trade rises to USD 9.02 billion, strengthening bilateral economic ties and expanding sectoral cooperation across industries. Tanzania India–Tanzania trade has increased to USD 9.02 billion in FY26, marking a steady rise in bilateral economic engagement and re
Seoul Unionized workers at Samsung Biologics launched a five-day general strike the first since 2011 demanding higher wages and improved performance-based pay. The walkout affects production at Samsung Biologics and the company said it is deploying staff to minimize disruption
New Delhi Tata Motors edged past Mahindra & Mahindra in India’s passenger vehicle market in April 2026, marking a strong start to FY27 for the auto sector. Tata Motors reported 59,701 passenger vehicle sales, up 31.1% year-on-year, driven largely by domestic demand and rapidly
Washington SpaceX has spent over $15 billion developing its next-generation Starship rocket, according to filings, highlighting Elon Musk’s push toward fully reusable spaceflight. The investment far exceeds the roughly $400 million cost of developing Falcon 9, underscoring Sta
