India and Nepal power regional energy integration in South Asia
Kathmandu, Nov 5 (IANS) Officials of Nepal and India have agreed to enhance cross-border electricity exchange and strengthen transmission infrastructure by expediting work on several existing and planned transmission line projects. During the 17th meeting of the Joint Technical Team (JTT) under the energy (power) ministries of both countries, held in the western tourist city […]
India, New Zealand to bolster maritime, aerospace & defence ties: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday that a bilateral free trade agreement between India and New Zealand will not only strengthen trade and investment ties, but will also give a big message to the world that the two countries have come closer together. Addressing the media along […]
India and US bat for enhanced interoperability, mutual security during Hawaii meeting
Honolulu, Nov 5 (IANS) India and the United States on Wednesday reaffirmed commitment to enhanced interoperability and mutual security as they concluded the two-day India–US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting in Hawaii. According to the Headquarters of the Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit co-chaired the […]
COP30 Leaders’ Summit in Brazil will bring together 57 heads of state
New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) The COP30 Leaders’ Summit on November 6-7 will bring together 143 confirmed delegations, including 57 heads of state and 39 ministers, ahead of COP30, taking place from November 10-21 in Belém in Brazil, where Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and UN chief Guterres are set to deliver a […]
South Korea’s defence chief backs idea of building nuclear submarine at local shipyard
Seoul, Nov 5 (IANS) South Korea’s Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back on Wednesday expressed support for the idea of building a nuclear-powered submarine at a South Korean shipyard rather than a US facility, citing the country’s shipbuilding capabilities. Ahn made the remarks as South Korea has been pushing to acquire what would be its first nuclear-powered […]
India leads the way in pushing limits of Global South: Report
Muscat, Nov 5 (IANS) India plays a leading role in expanding the boundaries of the Global South, enthusiastically sharing the fruits of its development journey with other partners in areas ranging from socio-economic development to digital infrastructure, trade, or investment, a report cited on Wednesday. It added that India’s engagement is crucial in the evolving […]
Manipur Governor urges journalists to uphold truth, ethics in media
Imphal, Nov 5 (IANS) Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Wednesday urged journalists and broadcasters to uphold truth, ethical values, and maintain restraint in their work. Addressing the Diamond Jubilee celebration of Akashvani Imphal, the Governor said that the journalists’ pen and the broadcasters’ microphone are powerful tools; they can either heal or harm. “The […]
Upcoming super speciality hospital to boost Tripura’s healthcare infrastructure: CM Saha
Agartala, Nov 5 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Wednesday that the upcoming Rs 900-crore private super speciality hospital in the state will play a crucial role in strengthening Tripura’s healthcare infrastructure. The Chief Minister, after laying the foundation stone of the proposed hospital at Radha Kishore Nagar in West Tripura, emphasised that […]
Anta developed under Congress, BJP divided in Rajasthan: Sachin Pilot
Jaipur, Nov 6 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Sachin Pilot said that all major development work in Anta was carried out during the Congress government’s tenure, emphasising that the party has always prioritised the region’s progress. Addressing an election meeting in support of Congress candidate Pramod Jain Bhaiya, Pilot said that the BJP MLA here was […]
Vice President attends ‘Rajat Mahotsav’ of Chhattisgarh, honours ‘Lakhpati Didis’
Raipur, Nov 5 (IANS) Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, during his day-long visit to Chhattisgarh on Wednesday, participated in several events held at different places, including Nava Raipur and Rajnandgaon districts. The Vice President was on his maiden visit to Chhattisgarh to participate in ‘Rajat Mahotsav’ – a three-day cultural programme organised to celebrate the […]
