New Delhi: The Supreme Court has stayed the implementation of the regulations issued by the University Grants Commission (UGC) on January 23 aimed at “promoting equity in higher education institutions.” Several petitioners had challenged these rules, describing them as arbitrary, discriminatory, and contrary to the Constitution as well as the UGC Act, 1956. The decision […]
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New Delhi: A new chapter in economic relations between India and the European Union (EU) is set to begin. Both sides have successfully concluded official-level negotiations on the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The primary objective of this ambitious pact is to accelerate bilateral trade and open new avenues for investment between the two regions. […]
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New Delhi. At this year’s Republic Day parade, an Indian Army contingent will stand out with white uniforms instead of the traditional olive green. The contingent represents a composite detachment of the Army’s Scouts Regiments, which are deployed in icy regions such as Siachen. Soldiers from six Scouts Regiments will march along Kartavya Path—Arunachal, Ladakh, […]
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney Likely to Visit India in Late March New Delhi: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to visit India toward the end of March. In the meantime, a representative body of Canadian universities has announced that presidents from 21 universities across the country will travel to India in the first […]
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New Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended his heartfelt greetings to the sisters and brothers of Manipur on the occasion of the state’s Foundation Day. The Prime Minister said that the people of Manipur are continuously contributing to India’s progress through their dedication and hard work. He noted that the state’s passion for sports, […]
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Ahmedabad | Two days ago, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, visited India for a brief few-hour trip. In New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi not only extended a warm and gracious welcome to the UAE President but also presented him with an exquisite gift reflecting Gujarati […]
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New Delhi: India’s indigenously developed defense capabilities will be a major highlight of this year’s Republic Day parade. Key attractions will include the Army’s newly raised Bhairav Light Commando Battalion, the Shaktibaan Artillery Regiment, and the Ladakh Scouts Mountain Infantry Regiment. In addition, the Indian Air Force’s French-origin Dassault Rafale fighter jets and the indigenously […]
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Epicenter Located in the Capital; Tremors Also Felt in Sonipat New Delhi: An earthquake jolted the Delhi–NCR region on Monday morning, with tremors felt at 8:44 a.m. Fortunately, the intensity of the quake was relatively low, and no damage has been reported. However, even mild seismic activity tends to cause anxiety in the seismically sensitive […]
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New Delhi. Amid the continuously deteriorating situation and violent protests in Iran, several Indian nationals stranded in the country have returned home safely. Late Friday night, these citizens arrived in Delhi from Iran, with a large number of them being students. Upon their return to India, they praised the efforts of the Government of India […]
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New Delhi: The U.S. Supreme Court has, for the time being, deferred its ruling on President Trump’s authority to impose tariffs. According to media reports, the next hearing in the matter is scheduled for Thursday. Earlier, a decision was expected on January 9, but no ruling was delivered on that day either. Previously, Trump had […]
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