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Biden calls AI-Boeing deal 'historic'; says Air India order will support 1 mn US jobs [details]

Ahead of next year's election, US President Joe Biden on Tuesday termed Air India's $34 billion order for 220 Boeing planes as a "historic" deal that will support his agenda with one million US jobs and promote its lead in technology.

Feb 15, 2023

Valentine's Day 2023: What can you gift your better half on this special day

Love is in the air. But what gift do you have in hand before you meet your better half this evening.

Feb 14, 2023

LCA Tejas at centre stage of 'India Pavilion' at Aero India 2023; fascinating features to know

A full-scale Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas in final operational clearance (FOC) configuration will be at the centre stage of 'India Pavilion' at Aero India 2023.

Feb 13, 2023

"Celebrating Kashmir @ 75" through lens of creativity in Singapore; what it means for J&K and beyond [Photos]

The High Commission of India to Singapore organized a two-day Kashmir Festival "A Slice of Paradise in Singapore - Celebrating Kashmir@75" festival, giving exposure to children of Singapore to Kashmir and a space for artistic expression.

Feb 12, 2023

Extracts from 2 wild plants can block Covid-19 virus: US Study

Two common wild plants contain extracts that inhibit the ability of the virus that causes Covid-19 to infect living cells, a US study has discovered.

Feb 11, 2023

Afghan women's rights campaigner 'Mahbouba Seraj' shortlisted for Nobel Peace Prize

When the Taliban seized power in August 2021, hundreds of women's rights activists fled Afghanistan, fearing reprisals from the militant group. But Mahbouba Seraj, one of the most prominent rights campaigners in the country, refused to leave, even though she holds a US passport, the media reported.

Feb 11, 2023

Fact check: Coastal route to move coal averts power crisis, fulfils India's climate commitments

Fact check: Why is coal moved by sea from east to west; reasons explained with facts

Based on proposal from Asian Development Bank (ADB), the decision to move coal via coastal route has many benefits, ranging from reducing congestion in rail tracks, averting power crisis and more. Read on.

Feb 10, 2023

Turkey's battered economy hit further by earthquake, estimate puts loss at $50 billion; Death toll surpasses 21,000

The death toll from the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria four days ago has surpassed 21,000, according to latest data

Feb 10, 2023

Desi TikTok rival, Chingari raises undisclosed amount from Aptos labs; app to go multichain

The fresh capital will be used by Chingari for user growth, product development, ramping up engineering and global expansion.

Feb 9, 2023

Rakhi Sawant's husband Adil Durrani sent to judicial custody; ex-husband Ritesh stands by her [details]

Rakhi accused Adil of assaulting her and taking away her money and jewellery from her flat without her knowledge. Following this, Rakhi Sawant's husband Adil Durrani has been arrested by Mumbai Police.

Feb 9, 2023

RBI hikes policy rate by 25 bps, current repo rate at 6.5%

The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Wednesday hiked the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.50 per cent

Feb 8, 2023

Nine products of J&K, Ladakh to get GI tag [details]

Basohli Paintings, Basholi Pashmina Woolen Products, Chikri Wood Craft, Bhaderwah Rajma, Mushkbudji Rice, Kaladi, Sulai Honey, Anardana, and Ladakh Wood Carving to obtain GI tag.

Feb 7, 2023

"Is this how you respect country that's feeding you?": Akshay Kumar slammed for walking all over India's map [Video]

Akshay Kumar has landed in trouble over his new advertisement video. The ad also features Disha Patani, Nora Fatehi, Mouni Roy and Sonam Bajwa.

Feb 7, 2023

Samsung Galaxy S23 series: First impressions

Samsung Galaxy S23 series log 1.4 lakh pre-bookings worth Rs 1,400 cr in 24 hrs in India

Samsung had opened pre-booking for its new Galaxy S23 Series across online and offline retail stores in the country on February 2.

Feb 6, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the tableaux artists, tribal guests, NCC Cadets and NSS Volunteers at Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi on Wednesday, January 25, 2023.

Economic resilience helped meet challenges, says PM after inaugurating India Energy Week

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that despite the pandemic and wars, India has been a bright spot in 2022 as internal resilience has helped it despite challenges in the global environment.