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PM Modi urges states to link up with national e-Shram portal to benefit labour forcePM Modi urges states to link up with national e-Shram portal to benefit labour force

PM Modi urges states to link up with national e-Shram portal to benefit labour force

Prime Minister Narnedra Modi on Thursday emphasised that India's labour force has a huge role to play in realizing India’s…

3 years ago
Transgenders to get health insurance coverTransgenders to get health insurance cover

Transgenders to get health insurance cover

In what can be described as a landmark initiative in the sphere of inclusivity, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed…

3 years ago
Canada’s rejection rate of study visas shoots up triggering alarm bells in PunjabCanada’s rejection rate of study visas shoots up triggering alarm bells in Punjab

Canada’s rejection rate of study visas shoots up triggering alarm bells in Punjab

Large-scale refusal of study visa applications by Canada has triggered alarm bells among students from Punjab aspiring to go to…

3 years ago
Time will come when Ladakhis can visit Lhasa in Tibet, says Dalai LamaTime will come when Ladakhis can visit Lhasa in Tibet, says Dalai Lama

Time will come when Ladakhis can visit Lhasa in Tibet, says Dalai Lama

The 14th Dalai Lama has expressed hope that Ladakhis would be able to visit Lhasa once again. "Times are changing,…

3 years ago
India seeks access to suicide bomber nabbed in Russia to unravel local links in plotIndia seeks access to suicide bomber nabbed in Russia to unravel local links in plot

India seeks access to suicide bomber nabbed in Russia to unravel local links in plot

Indian security agencies have requested Russia’s FSB, to provide access to the Islamic State suicide bomber who was planning to…

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India’s proposal to buy Predator drones from US still on backburnerIndia’s proposal to buy Predator drones from US still on backburner

India’s proposal to buy Predator drones from US still on backburner

The proposed Indian acquisition of Predator drones from the US is still on the backburner as the Narendra Modi government…

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China ready to welcome back Indian students, businessmenChina ready to welcome back Indian students, businessmen

China ready to welcome back Indian students, businessmen

China on Monday announced that it will issue visas to Indian students who have been waiting for over two years…

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UK to return 7 artefacts stolen from India during British ruleUK to return 7 artefacts stolen from India during British rule

UK to return 7 artefacts stolen from India during British rule

There is heartening news for India as Scotland’s Glasgow city museums have signed an agreement with the Government to send…

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Mizoram CM’s daughter slaps doctor, video goes viralMizoram CM’s daughter slaps doctor, video goes viral

Mizoram CM’s daughter slaps doctor, video goes viral

Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga has issued a public apology after a video of his daughter assaulting a doctor, in the…

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WATCH: Shardul Thakur taking 3 wickets in brilliant ODI spell vs ZimbabweWATCH: Shardul Thakur taking 3 wickets in brilliant ODI spell vs Zimbabwe

WATCH: Shardul Thakur taking 3 wickets in brilliant ODI spell vs Zimbabwe

<p> India all-rounder Shardul Thakur came up with a match-winning performance with the ball in the second ODI against Zimbabwe…

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Modi Govt likely to allow fast-track purchases of key military weaponsModi Govt likely to allow fast-track purchases of key military weapons

Modi Govt likely to allow fast-track purchases of key military weapons

<p> Seeking to further strengthen the operational preparedness, the Narendra Modi government is likely to allow the country’s defence forces…

3 years ago
Can Gen. Bajwa steer Pakistan into the US camp?Can Gen. Bajwa steer Pakistan into the US camp?

Can Gen. Bajwa steer Pakistan into the US camp?

<p> <strong>By Vivek Mishra & Sarral Sharma</strong></p> <p> Pakistan and the United States are making active efforts to reset their…

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In Tashkent, India and Uzbekistan call for linking Chabahar port with regional networkIn Tashkent, India and Uzbekistan call for linking Chabahar port with regional network

In Tashkent, India and Uzbekistan call for linking Chabahar port with regional network

<p> <strong>India and Uzbekistan have decided to push for expanding the Chabahar port network to connect South and Central Asia. <br…

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India requests FIFA and AFC to let its clubs play their scheduled tournamentsIndia requests FIFA and AFC to let its clubs play their scheduled tournaments

India requests FIFA and AFC to let its clubs play their scheduled tournaments

<p> <strong>In keeping with its athlete-first approach, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has reached out to the football's…

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India calls for action against terrorism and drug trafficking at Tashkent meetIndia calls for action against terrorism and drug trafficking at Tashkent meet

India calls for action against terrorism and drug trafficking at Tashkent meet

<p> <strong>India has called for stringent action against terrorism, drug trafficking and cooperation in cyber security among the member states…

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Are India and Vietnam planning to work together as UN peacekeepers?

<p> <strong>The Vietnam-India Army Exercise titled 'VINBAX 2022' which focused on Humanitarian Assistance in Disaster Relief (HADR) - a role…

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China, India to carry out week-long joint military drills with Russia from Aug 30

<p> Chinese troops will travel to Russia to take part in joint military exercises led by the host and including…

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Supreme Court to hear matter of India’s suspension by FIFA on Wednesday

<p> <strong>The Supreme Court today agreed to hear on Wednesday the matter of the suspension of the All India Football…

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Russian President Vladimir Putin says India is a key global player

<p> <strong>Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday that India "rightfully enjoys considerable prestige on the world stage" and plays…

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8 Notable Quotes from Prime Minister’s Independence Day Address

<p> Addressing the nation today from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to India’s freedom fighters.</p> <p>…

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PM Modi declares war on gender discrimination

<p> <strong>As India celebrates its 75th year of Independence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined the need to maintain respect for…

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