Top 10 firms add Rs 2 lakh crore in market value
Mumbai, June 21 (IANS) The combined market valuation of nine of India’s 10 most-valued companies surged by Rs 2.15 lakh crore last week after a strong rally in domestic equities amid improving global risk sentiment. Among the top 10 firms, Bharti Airtel recorded the highest increase in market capitalisation, with its valuation rising by Rs […]
India, US to hold trade talks this week to finalise interim pact: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) India and the United States will hold ministerial-level trade talks this week as both countries seek to finalise the framework for the first phase of the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) ahead of a key tariff deadline next month, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Sunday. US […]
Yoga promotes mental peace and better decisions: NSE CEO
Mumbai, June 21 (IANS) National Stock Exchange (NSE) CEO Ashish Kumar Chauhan on Sunday said that yoga has become increasingly important in today’s lifestyle and can help address both physical and mental health issues. Speaking to IANS, Chauhan said that it was due to the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the United Nations […]
Ministries observe Yoga Day with focus on healthy ageing
New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on Sunday observed the 12th International Day of Yoga at Sunder Nursery here, in association with its public sector undertakings, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) and Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd. (SECI). The event was organised in line with […]
New Deuterated Compounds Production Plant, Prototype Sodium Cell boost India’s nuclear power plan
Vadodara, June 21 (IANS) In a significant step towards strengthening India’s indigenous technological capabilities and strategic materials programme, Dr Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary, Department of Atomic Energy & Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission, inaugurated the Versatile Deuterated Compounds Production Plant and commissioned the 24 kA Prototype Sodium Cell at the Heavy Water Board Facilities here on […]
Yoga a lifelong practice that strengthens both body and mind: Govt officials
New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) Yoga is not just a one day celebration but a lifelong practice that strengthens both the body and mind, Sanjeev Kumar Kassi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Coal, said on Sunday. He urged everyone to carry forward the message of International Day of Yoga by incorporating yoga into their daily routine […]
Singareni Collieries denies disappearance of coal amid allegations of Rs 1,600 crore scam
Hyderabad, June 21 (IANS) The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) on Sunday denied theft or disappearance of its coal, amid allegations of a Rs 1,600 crore coal scam. The public sector company issued a clarification that there is no truth to the recent media reports. The clarification came days after a letter written by Union […]
Indian missions across world hold yoga sessions to mark International Day of Yoga
London, June 21 (IANS) Indian diplomatic missions across the world organised yoga sessions to mark International Day of Yoga on Sunday. The Indian High Commission in the UK celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga with a special programme at the Strand in London. In his remarks at the event, High Commissioner P. Kumaran highlighted […]
India to host BRICS Energy Ministers’ meeting on June 25–26
New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) India will host the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting on June 25–26 in Gurugram, on the outskirts of the national capital, under its BRICS Chairship 2026, according to an official statement issued on Sunday. The meeting will bring together Energy Ministers and senior officials from all BRICS member countries to […]
Japan PM Sanae Takaichi, 50 top business leaders to visit India next month
New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) Suzuki Motor President Toshihiro Suzuki and top executives of trading giant Itochu will be among the business leaders of 50 Japanese companies accompanying Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for the India-Japan annual summit, scheduled for the first week of July at Assam’s Guwahati. The Japanese business delegation is expected to focus […]
