India-Tanzania bilateral trade crosses $9 billion, set to grow further
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Bilateral trade between India and Tanzania reached $9.02 billion in 2025–26, rising from $8.64 billion in 2024–25, the government said on Friday, reaffirming a shared commitment to further strengthen bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation. The fifth session of the India-Tanzania Joint Trade Committee (JTC) in Dar es Salaam covered […]
Noida International Airport to begin commercial flight operations from June 15
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Noida International Airport on Friday announced that commercial flight operations will commence from June 15 — marking a major milestone for aviation connectivity in North India. The launch follows the airport’s inauguration by the Prime Minister and the approval of the Aerodrome Security Program (ASP) by the Bureau of Civil […]
Great Nicobar project key to securing India’s maritime interests: Industry
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) An industry leader on Friday backed the Great Nicobar Project, saying its direct impact lies on safeguarding India’s communication routes, maritime interests and national security. Speaking to IANS on the ongoing debate around the project, Rawat underlined that infrastructure development — whether highways or strategic maritime hubs — must be […]
‘Technology reshaping justice’, says CJI as Sikkim becomes India’s first paperless judiciary
Gangtok, May 1 (IANS) Sikkim on Friday was officially declared the country’s first paperless judiciary, marking a major milestone in India’s judicial digitalisation drive. The formal declaration was made by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant during a conclave in Gangtok, attended by judges, legal experts, advocates, and policymakers from across the country. Addressing […]
India launches its 1st barrier‑less tolling system on NH‑48
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Friday announced the launch of India’s first Multi‑Lane Free Flow barrier‑less tolling system at the Chorayasi Toll Plaza on the Surat–Bharuch section of NH‑48 in Gujarat, enabling seamless toll collection without vehicles stopping. The state‑of‑the‑art system uses advanced technologies such […]
UAE telecom giant Etisalat may exit Pakistan
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS): Leading UAE telecom major Etisalat is reviewing its investment in Pakistan, which could lead to its exit from Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd (PTCL), according to a report in the local media. Insiders say Etisalat had indicated that the review is driven by a combination of global macroeconomic uncertainty, regional geopolitical […]
India’s power consumption rises by modest 4 pc in April
New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) India’s power consumption witnessed a modest 4.04 per cent growth to 153.99 billion units (BU) in April compared to the same month of the previous year, while demand for power remained low during the first half of the month as unseasonal rains cooled down temperature, according to official data. The […]
Maharashtra Tech Wari 2.0: Over 6,000 employees to take part in person and 9 lakh via live streaming
Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) Technologists, policy leaders, artists, wellness practitioners and domain experts from across the private sector, government and civil society will arrive at the Mantralaya — not to attend a meeting, but to teach, share and inspire from May 4 to 8 under the Maharashtra government’s ambitious Tech-Wari 2.0 and the ‘Journey Towards […]
Sussanne Khan welcomes son Hridaan to adulthood: Spread goodness & individuality
Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) Interior designer and Hrithik Roshan’s Sussanne Khan penned an emotional birthday note for her son Hridaan Roshan as he turned 18, and officially welcomed him into adulthood. Sharing a heartwarming video montage featuring Hrehaan’s childhood memories, family moments, travel clips, and glimpses from his growing-up years to the present day, Sussanne […]
Twinkle Khanna gives a glimpse of her favourite corner at home, says it’s where she works, unwinds and daydreams
Mumbai, May 1 (IANS) Author, columnist and former actress Twinkle Khanna on Friday afternoon gave her fans a sneak peek into her most cherished spot at home, that is her balcony. The actress referred to it as a peaceful space, where she ‘works, unwinds, listens to music, spends time with family and most importantly, daydreams.’ […]
