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January 14, 2025 4:16 PM

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan reviews key agricultural issues

Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers Welfare, and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, chaired a review meeting on Monday with senior officials from the Agriculture Ministry to address key issues concerning agriculture, according to a press r...

January 14, 2025 4:34 PM

Piyush Goyal launches National Turmeric Board to boost India’s ‘Golden Spice’ industry

In a move to enhance the production and export of turmeric, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in New Delhi on Tuesday. Palle Ganga Reddy was appointed as the first Chairperson of the Boar...

January 14, 2025 3:23 PM

Baltic Sea nations seek to limit further incidents after cable breaches

European nations must be prepared to face further incidents in the Baltic Sea following the recent damage to undersea infrastructure, leaders of NATO countries in the region said on Tuesday ahead of a security meeting in Helsinki. Baltic Sea nations...

January 14, 2025 12:58 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets Spain Foreign Minister, strengthens India-EU relationship

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, currently on a two-day visit to Spain, met with Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares on Monday, urging for deeper cooperation to strengthen bilateral ties between India and Spain. During the meeting,...

January 14, 2025 12:46 PM

Banks hike interest rates on FDs amid fierce competition for deposits

Banks have started offering higher returns on FDs amid fierce competition to raise more deposits. While leading banks such as SBI and HDFC were the first to raise interest rates on FDs, smaller banks such as IDBI have followed suit for fear of gettin...

January 14, 2025 2:09 PM

PM Modi launches ‘Mission Mausam’ on IMD’s 150th Foundation Day, celebrates advancements in meteorology

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched 'Mission Mausam', an ambitious initiative by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), as the organization marked its 150th foundation day. Speaking at the event, PM Modi lauded IMD as a symbol of In...

January 14, 2025 11:46 AM

Jaishankar highlights India’s global influence and strong ties with Spain

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, currently on a two-day visit to Spain, on Monday underscored India’s growing global prominence and its ability to provide meaningful support during challenging times. Addressing the Indian diaspora in Mad...

January 14, 2025 2:01 PM

Maha Kumbh 2025: 13.8 million devotees take holy dip at Sangam on Makar Sankranti

The first 'Amrit Snan' (royal bath) of the Maha Kumbh Mela witnessed 13.8 million devotees taking a holy dip at the Sangam in Prayagraj by 10:30 am on Tuesday, according to officials. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed the event as ...

January 14, 2025 10:35 AM

North Korea fires short-range missiles ahead of Trump return

North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles off its east coast on Tuesday, South Korea's military said, marking Pyongyang's latest show of force just days ahead of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's return to office. The missiles trav...

January 14, 2025 10:23 AM

Iran, European powers to resume nuclear talks: Senior diplomat

Iran and three European powers — France, Britain and Germany — have agreed to restart discussions on lifting sanctions and Tehran’s nuclear program, a senior Iranian diplomat said. Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran’s deputy Foreign Minister, announced...

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