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July 10, 2024 6:04 PM

PM Modi and Austrian Chancellor hold “extensive and fruitful” talks in Vienna

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer engaged in comprehensive discussions on Wednesday, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between India and Austria. The meeting, held in Vienna, covered a wi...

July 10, 2024 5:46 PM

Global lithium sector eyes Argentina’s salt flats on tech test run

In a dusty plain in northern Argentina's mountains, black tubes stretching two stories high fill a massive tank with salty brine sucked from deep below ground. The brine contains lithium, a silvery white metal essential for making electric vehicle b...

July 10, 2024 5:07 PM

Sensex, Nifty fall as investors book profit

Indian benchmark indices declined on Wednesday, erasing the previous session's gains. The Sensex fell 426.87 points, or 0.53%, to 79,924.77, while the Nifty shed 108.70 points, or 0.44%, to end at 24,324.50. A majority of the NSE sectoral indices tr...

July 10, 2024 4:15 PM

PM Modi, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer hold delegation-level talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on a state visit to Austria, held high-level talks with Chancellor Karl Nehammer at the Federal Chancellery in Vienna on Wednesday. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit...

July 10, 2024 4:40 PM

Dubai Hosts Fourth India-GCC Buyers Sellers Meet on Food and Beverages

The fourth edition of the India-GCC Buyers Sellers Meet on Food and Beverages kicked off today in Dubai, bringing together key players from the food and beverage industry across India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The event, o...

July 10, 2024 3:47 PM

India-France-UAE trilateral focal points meeting held virtually: MEA

Officials from India, France, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) convened virtually on Wednesday for a trilateral focal points meeting, as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The discussions focused on collaborative efforts outlined...

July 10, 2024 4:10 PM

India-Russia summit sets new strategic priorities

Following the 22nd Annual Bilateral Summit between Russia and India on Tuesday, in Moscow, President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Russia-India Special and Privileged Strategic Partnershi...

July 10, 2024 12:56 PM

India’s telecom equipment manufacturing sales cross Rs 50,000 crore under PLI scheme

Sales of telecom equipment have surpassed the Rs 50,000 crore milestone under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. According to a press release by the Ministry of Communication, this accomplishment reflects the success of governmental effor...

July 10, 2024 11:14 AM

Sensex, Nifty plummet after reaching record highs

Indian benchmark indices witnessed a sharp decline after opening at record highs on Wednesday. The Sensex opened at 80,481.36, up 29.72 points, or 0.16%, and the Nifty at 24,459.85, up 26.65 points, or 0.11%. However, by 10:45 AM, the Sensex had drop...

July 10, 2024 10:51 AM

India-Russia agreement has provided stability to global fuel market: PM Modi

During a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the fuel agreement between India and Russia, stating it has brought stability to the global market. PM Modi emphasized the long-standin...