World Milk Day: Dairy sector strengthens, livestock farming gets boost in rural belts
Patna, June 1 (IANS) As the world celebrates World Milk Day 2026, it’s time to reflect upon progress in the indigenous dairy sector and how the sector has evolved into a profitable business over the years, particularly in rural areas. On the occasion, Shirshat Kapil Ashok, Chairman of the Bihar Milk Co-operative Federation (COMFED), told […]
India PV sales surge over 25 pc in May despite fuel price hike
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) India’s passenger vehicle (PV) market posted a strong performance in May 2026 despite a sharp rise in fuel prices, as major automakers reported healthy growth driven by sustained consumer demand and continued momentum in the SUV segment. According to industry estimates, domestic PV wholesales grew by more than 25 per […]
India-Oman CEPA to boost exports, jobs and shared prosperity: PM Modi
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday shared an article written by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, highlighting the benefits of the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) for Indian exporters, farmers and job creation. Sharing the details on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister’s Office said […]
Strong DII buying of Rs 5,109 crore offsets heavy FII outflows in stock market
Mumbai, June 1 (IANS) Strong buying by domestic institutional investors (DIIs) helped cushion the market decline on Monday even as foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continued to remain net sellers in Indian equities. According to exchange data, FIIs/FPIs net sold shares worth Rs 3,912 crore during the session, while DIIs net purchased equities worth Rs 5,109 […]
Indian Railways freight rises to 145 MT in April-May despite global headwinds
New Delhi, 1 June (IANS) Indian Railways maintained freight growth momentum in the first two months of FY 2026–27, loading 145 million tonnes of freight up to May 2026. This marked an increase of 1.3 per cent over the same period last year, despite challenges arising from the West Asia conflict, which impacted logistics and […]
Gujarat: PM SVANidhi loan helps street vendor revive business, embrace digital payments
Gandhinagar, June 1 (IANS) A loan received under the PM SVANidhi scheme helped a young street food vendor in Gujarat’s Gandhinagar revive his business, adopt digital payments, and improve his family’s financial condition, as the central government marked six years of the programme aimed at supporting street vendors. Yograj Mali, a 30-year-old B.Com student who […]
Qatar condemns Israeli settlers’ storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque, terms it ‘violation of international law’
Doha, June 1 (IANS) Qatar on Monday condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli extremists, terming their actions “flagrant violation of international law and unacceptable provocation of the feelings of millions of Muslims around the world.” It stated that Al-Aqsa Mosque is a place of worship of Muslims and all unilateral actions aimed at […]
India-US tech partnership in semiconductors, AI enters industrial phase
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) The India-US partnership in semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI), which got a fresh push during US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s recent visit to India, has rapidly evolved from strategic dialogue to industrial execution. Anchored by the US-India TRUST Initiative and the PAX Silica Declaration, both nations are collaborating to […]
PM Modi raised issue of Aung San Suu Kyi with Myanmar President: FS Misri
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi’s detention during talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. While addressing a special press briefing on President Hlaing’s visit to India […]
French navy intercepts Russian tanker, Kremlin calls it ‘international piracy’
Paris, June 1 (IANS) France’s President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said that the French Navy intercepted a new tanker under international sanctions, originating from Russia. “The French Navy intercepted a new tanker under international sanctions yesterday morning, originating from Russia: the Tagor. Our determination is steadfast and unwavering. This operation was carried out in the […]
