PM Modi-Joe Biden

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India-US Agree To End Six Key Trade Dispute

India and the US have agreed to end six key trade disputes at the World Trade Organisation (WTO.) With this, New Delhi will also remove retaliatory customs duties on certain American products such as almonds, walnuts, and apples. Announcing this, United States Trade Representative (USTR) Katherine Tai in a statement said that these tariff cuts will restore and expand market opportunities for traders and manufacturers.

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 - 05:53 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: US, India, Trade Deal, International, Indian government

Manufacturing Sector

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Apple To Increase iPhone Production In India

As per Bank of America report, Apple plans to shift over 18% of its iPhone production to India by 2025, up from 7% in 2023. The move is seen as an effort to reduce its dependence on the Chinese supply chain. The decision is also linked to government incentives for foreign companies in India.  Currently, Apple in partner with Foxconn and Pegatron manufactured selective iPhone models in India. 

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 - 09:03 AM / by Taniya Thappa

Tags: Apple, India, Manufacturing Sector

Courtesy: India Today

S Jaishankar

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S Jaishankar Remark For Rahul Gandhi's Statement Against India Abroad

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took a dig at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, for badmouthing the Indian Government abroad. He criticised Gandhi, saying he has a habit of criticising India abroad and it is not in the interest of the country to take its internal matters to the outside world. The minister said, "The world is watching us". He further added, "Rahul Gandhi has a habit of criticising India abroad."

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 - 03:53 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: S Jaishankar, External Affairs, Congress, Rahul Gandhi, India

Population of India

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India Surpass China And Becomes Most Populous Country In World

Now, India is the most populated country in the world, after surpassing the record of China. As per the data released by the United Nations, with an estimated population of 1.4286 billion (142.86 crores,) India has taken the top spot on the UN list of the most populous countries, overtaking China’s population of 1.4257 billion (142.57 crores). If continuing with the population, India would need a law to control birth.

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 - 09:47 AM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: India, population, China, birth control, United Nations Report

Courtesy: Business Today

Covid cases

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India Registers Over 800 Cases Of Coronavirus

In India, the daily Covid-19 cases are rising again, with over 800 new cases. On March 18, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) confirmed that India registered highest number of cases in over four months. The nation reported, With 841 fresh infections, the active caseload has now climbed to 5,389. This is the first time in the past four months, that nation registered a high number of Coronavirus cases.

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 - 02:01 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Coronavirus, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, ACTIVE CASES, health department, India

Courtesy: MoHFW

Schools

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Pondicherry Schools Will Remain Close Amid H3N2 Cases Rise

Amid rising H3N2 cases, all schools for classes 1 to 8 in Puducherry will remain closed for 10 days starting tomorrow. In a circular, "All schools in Puducherry to remain closed from 16th to 26th March in wake of the spread of H3N2", Puducherry Education minister A Namassivayam told reporters.  The decision was taken following reports of children falling sick owing to the H3N2 subtype of seasonal influenza.

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 - 03:27 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: India, Schools, Union Territories, H3N2 Cases, Indian Education

Courtesy: Times of India

Bar Council of India

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Bar Council Of India Approves Allows Foreign Law Practice In India

In a significant decision, the Bar Council of India (BCI) has opened law practice in India to foreign lawyers and law firms. The BCI, which had earlier opposed the move, notified on Monday the Rules for Registration and Regulation of Foreign Lawyers and Foreign Law Firms in India, 2022.A foreign lawyer registered under rules shall be entitled to practice law in India in non-litigious matters only…” 

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 - 02:30 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Bar Council of India, Foreign Lawyers, Education, Legal News, India

Courtesy: The Indian Express

Taliban Govt

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Taliban Govt Issues Memorandum, Asks Officials To Attend Online Classes

The Taliban government has recommended its foreign ministry to attend an online course for a four days period conducted by IIM-Kozhikode as part of Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme (ITEC). Notably, the Afghanistan government has themed the programme, “Immersing with India Thoughts”, which was sent to all internal and provincial offices of the Taliban foreign ministry. The memorandum which is on circulation, signed by… read-more

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 - 05:42 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: taliban government, online course, memorandum, World news, India

SC

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SC Refers Same Sex Marriage To 5 Bench

Supreme Court reviewed the sam sex marriage issue, and  referred all the pleas on same-sex marriage to a five-judge Constitution Bench. The case will be heard on April 18, confirmed sources. On March 13, a bunch of applications had been filed before Supreme Court which sought legal sanction for same-sex marriages. This is a developing story, more details are awaited.

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 - 06:10 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Same Sex Marraige, Supreme Court, Legal News, Petition, India

PM Narendra Modi

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GoI Extends Free Ration Scheme Amid Festive Season In India

PM Narendra Modi announced that Union Cabinet decided to extend the scheme, under which over 80 crore people have been getting free ration, will ensure support to them during the festive season. On September 28, noting the Cabinet's decision on redevelopment of New Delhi, Ahmedabad and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus railway stations, PM Modi said India's infrastructure has to be futuristic and the measure reflects this vision of the… read-more

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 - 06:33 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: PM Narendra Modi, free ration scheme, Festive Season, welfare scheme, India