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EAM Jaishankar Meets Marco Rubio in Washington
Jaishankar is on a visit to the United States from February 2-4 and will participate in the Critical Minerals Ministerial convened by Rubio on Wednesday
No death sentences confirmed by Supreme Court for third consecutive year
Supreme Court acquits ten death row prisoners in 2025; despite growing judicial scepticism at higher levels, Sessions Courts handed down 1,310 death sentences over the last decade; high rate of acquittals raises concerns about wrongful convictions
Here is a select list of stories to start the day
Wooing voters on caste, religion lines no ground to bar party: HC
A division bench of Justice Rajan Roy and Justice AK Chaudhary passed the verdict on a PIL filed by Motilal Yadav in 2013, seeking direction against holding of caste-based rallies by political parties. In an interim order in July 2013 itself, a bench of Justice Uma Nath Singh and Justice Mahendra Dayal had stayed caste-based rallies with immediate effect throughout UP.
Take fresh call on CCI probe against Flipkart: SC to NCLAT
Nancy Guthrie, mother of Savannah Guthrie, is feared kidnapped after disappearing from her Arizona home. A ransom note reportedly demanding millions in Bitcoin has surfaced, with authorities treating the case as a criminal act. Investigators are working to recover deleted surveillance footage and are concerned for her well-being due to daily medication needs.
Pact with India better than US other agreements, says Piyush Goyal
The US and India have inked a pivotal trade agreement with which both nations stand to gain. By slashing reciprocal tariffs on Indian exports, the deal safeguards vital sectors like agriculture and dairy.
Woman not entitled to maintenance if living apart sans valid reason: HC
A bench headed by Chief Justice Ramesh Sinha held that the family courts order showed no illegality or defect warranting interference by the HC. The HC noted that when the husband had filed a petition seeking restitution of conjugal rights, the woman could have returned to her matrimonial home to resume marital life.
Praful rules himself out, Sunetra set to be NCP national chief
Kremlin warns of dangerous moment as U.S.-Russia nuclear treaty set to expire
New START, the last nuclear treaty between Washington and Moscow after decades of agreements dating to the Cold War, is set to expire on February 5, 2026, and with it restrictions on the two top nuclear powers
Judges reserving verdicts for years an ailment: Supreme Court
A litigant who approaches the court must get to know what judgment is given on his plea, the CJI said. The same HC judge, Justice Rongon Mukhopadhyay, was found to have kept several judgments pending for years, even in cases where the convicts had appealed against their capital and life sentences. The judge had delivered the verdicts in those cases only after SC took judicial notice of the same.
Trump Urges Putin To End War After Russia Resumes Ukraine Strikes
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the nearly four-year Ukraine war, after Moscow resumed its attacks on Kyiv following a week-long cold-weather halt.
BNPs Tarique flags Jamaat remarks as risk to women
Dhaka, Feb 3: Amid escalating political tensions ahead of Bangladeshs February 12 election, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman strongly criticised the radical Islamist party Jamaat-e-Islami for making derogatory remarks about women, warning that such views pose a serious threat to womens safety and fundamental rights in the country, according to local media reports. []
Russia launches biggest ballistic missile barrage on Ukraine grid
KYIV, Feb 3: Russia launched a massive overnight aerial assault on Ukraine, firing about 450 long-range drones and 70 missiles, including a record 32 ballistic missiles, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The attack, described as the heaviest strike on Ukraines electricity network this year, targeted at least five regions and focused on crippling the power grid []
Taekwondo master to be Manipur CM, may get 2 deputies
Keen to project a message of ethnic reconciliation in the north-eastern state, which was rocked by Meitei versus Kuki violence, BJP is considering appointing two deputy CMs one each from the Kuki and Naga communities, with Singh being a Meitei. Nemcha Kipgen, a Kuki figure and former minister, is likely to be one of the deputy CMs.
India condemns vandalism, theft of Gandhi statue in Melbourne
NEW DELHI, Feb 3: India strongly condemned the vandalisation and theft of a Mahatma Gandhi statue at the Australian Indian Community Centre in Rowville, Melbourne, urging Australian authorities to recover it and hold the culprits accountable. The 426-kg bronze statue, a gift from the Indian Council for Cultural Relations and inaugurated by former PM Scott []
Gaza evacuations begin as Rafah crossing reopens
CAIRO, Feb 3: The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened Monday, allowing a small number of Palestinians to return home and patients to be evacuated, marking a symbolic step in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire. About a dozen returnees entered Gaza from Egypt, while medical evacuees were transported to Egyptian hospitals. Travel remains limited, with []
Vietnam military prepare for possible US war
HANOI, Feb 3: An internal Vietnamese military document obtained by human rights group The 88 Project reveals Hanoi has been preparing for a possible US war of aggression even after elevating diplomatic relations with Washington to the highest level. Completed in August 2024 and titled The 2nd US Invasion Plan, the report portrays the United []
Nepals PM hints at possibility of conducting polls in two phases
Kathmandu, Feb 3: Nepals Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Tuesday said voting for the general elections in the mountain districts can be conducted in the second phase if the weather doesnt permit. PM Karki was talking to reporters after attending the concluding ceremony of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Training held at the Nepali Armys []
Grounded 787s fuel control switch lock satisfactory: Govt
The first grounding occurred on Feb 1 after a malfunction was registered by the crew of B787 (VT-ANX) during engine start to operate flight AI-132 from London to Bengaluru. The incident was critical as the fuel control switch locking mechanism has been at the centre of the investigation into the June 12 Air India Ahmedabad crash.
Dr Jitendra addresses SUMVAAD Conclave, highlights Budget focus on ease of doing business
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 3 : Addressing the Annual Atal Innovation Incubator Conclave AIM SUMVAAD, here today, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh linked the Atal Innovation Mission with the Modi Governments thrust on innovation led growth and scalable StartUps. In this context, he also mentioned the Budget 2026 focus on [] The post Dr Jitendra addresses SUMVAAD Conclave, highlights Budget focus on ease of doing business appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
How BRICS Gives India Strategic Options
B S Dara bsdara@gmail.com Trade in todays world is no longer a neutral economic tool. It has become a strategic weapon. Washington has increasingly used tariffs to advance political goals, including against partners it publicly calls allies. India experienced this first hand in 2019 when the United States removed it from the Generalized System of Preferences, a program that had allowed duty-free access for nearly $6.3 billion worth of Indian exports, affecting sectors such as leather, engineering goods and textiles. [] The post How BRICS Gives India Strategic Options appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Turmoil in J&K was not result of 1987 Assembly elections: NC MLA
Govt, House powerless: Tarigami Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 3: NC MLA Showkat Ahmed Ganai while hailing LGs address today said this Government which was voted to power by people worked tirelessly to come up to their expectations. This Government opened doors for people under democratic setup as our ministers visit areas in length and breadth of UT to listen their problems. Participating on motion of thanks on LGs address in UT Assembly today, he said right from 1975 after late [] The post Turmoil in J&K was not result of 1987 Assembly elections: NC MLA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Minimum wages revised across J&K in 2022: Deputy CM
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 3: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary today said that the Jammu and Kashmir has revised the minimum wages in respect of the scheduled employments in October 2002 and any further revision will be done as and when the GoI notifies and implements the National Floor Wages under Code on Wages 2019, which shall be applicable to Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The Deputy Chief Minister, said this while replying to a question on enhancement [] The post Minimum wages revised across J&K in 2022: Deputy CM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Tariff cut signals new era in India-US trade relations: Gaurav
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 3: BJP spokesperson and convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta has hailed the recent India-US trade understanding that includes reduction of tariffs on Indian goods and scrapping of additional punitive duties, calling it a constructive and forward-looking step that will further strengthen bilateral relations between the worlds two largest democracies. In a statement issued here, today, Gaurav Gupta said that the decision to reduce reciprocal tariffs on Indian exports from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, [] The post Tariff cut signals new era in India-US trade relations: Gaurav appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Lenovo opens exclusive store at Udhampur
Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Feb 3: Lenovo, the world-renowned laptops/ computers company today opened its exclusive outlet Lenovo Exclusive Store with Best Buy Computers, a reputed and trust worthy local retailer in computers/laptops and other IT related items, at MH Road, Raghunathpur, Ladan. The showroom was inaugurated by Head of Best Buy Family Amarjit Singh Bedi (retired SSP) along with HS Bedi (proprietor of Best Buy Computers) and representative of Lenovo Kumar Tanksale and Karan Kapoor. Speaking on the occasion, HS [] The post Lenovo opens exclusive store at Udhampur appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Inspirational teachers transform students from passive listeners into intrepid explorers: LG Sinha
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 3: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today emphasised the need for forward-thinking teachers who can equip students for tomorrows uncertainties, like Artificial Intelligence (AI) disruptions, climate shifts, inspire to pioneer breakthroughs and fuel a dynamic and innovation-driven economy. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the Inspirational Teachers Award ceremony at Padma Padma Sachdev Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu. At the ceremony, a total of 101 best inspirational teachers from various schools across Jammu were honoured [] The post Inspirational teachers transform students from passive listeners into intrepid explorers: LG Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sunil Sharma meets Nitin Nabin, discusses public welfare issues
Excelsior Correspondent NEW DELHI, Feb 3: Sunil Sharma, Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, today met the BJP national president, Nitin Nabin, here, today. The meeting focused on organizational strategies to further strengthen the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Jammu and Kashmir and to ensure dedicated service to the people of the region. During the interaction, Sunil Sharma held detailed discussions on enhancing the partys grassroot presence, improving public outreach, and launching innovative initiatives to ensure [] The post Sunil Sharma meets Nitin Nabin, discusses public welfare issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
CM flags off J&K RTC buses to major religious destinations across country
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 3: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today flagged off J&K Road Transport Corporation (RTC) buses to major religious destinations of different faiths across the country from MA Stadium, here. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam, Managing Director J&K RTC Abdul Rashid War and other concerned were also present on the occasion. The special bus services will operate to prominent religious sites including Shahdra Sharief, Jawalaji, Namgyal Monastery (McLeod Ganj), Shri Anandpur Sahib, Ajmer Sharief and Our [] The post CM flags off J&K RTC buses to major religious destinations across country appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sustained PM2.5 exposure ups depression risk: Study
The burden was highest among urban metro residents, people aged 40-49 years, and those from lower-income groups. Regionally, pollution-linked depression showed stronger associations in eastern India, while anxiety was more prominent in the western region. Risks also peaked during the post-monsoon season, when pollution levels typically rise. he study went beyond overall PM2.5 levels to examine individual chemical constituents of air pollution.
Peacocks at 6,000ft spark concerns over climate change impact
Peacocks in Himachal Pradesh are generally found at altitudes of 1,000m but some thrive in areas up to 1,500m. Himachal Pradesh has become significantly warmer in the last 124 years. According to meteorological department, the state has recorded a rise of 1.5 degrees Celsius in average mean temperature since 1901.
Should cops just face bullets and not fire back, asks UP CM Yogi Adityanath
Speaking at a pharma conclave in the city on Tuesday, he said restoring public confidence was as big a challenge as tackling crime after 2017. Yogi said he had seen how criminals mocked the law and made the people of the state suffer between 2003 and 2017, adding that law and order was his biggest challenge when PM Narendra Modi delegated the responsibility of UP to him in 2017.
US tariff cut to boost Indian carpet exports, benefit 2.5 mn weavers: Council
BHADOHI (UP), Feb 3: The Carpet Export Promotion Council (CEPC) on Tuesday said the reduction in US tariffs on Indian carpets to 18 per cent from 50 per cent has provided a major relief to the countrys carpet industry, which exports products worth about USD 2 billion annually to the American market. The tariff reduction is expected to directly benefit around 2.5 million weavers associated with the sector, the council said in a statement. CEPC Chairman Captain Mukesh Kumar Gomber [] The post US tariff cut to boost Indian carpet exports, benefit 2.5 mn weavers: Council appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Decisive leap forward for India-US economic ties: Rajnath on trade deal
NEW DELHI, Feb 3 : The India-US trade agreement is a decisive leap forward for the economic ties between the two countries, and the historic deal is going to set the stage for stronger growth, jobs, and strategic collaboration, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday. India and the US have agreed to a trade deal under which Washington will bring down the reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent. The Indo-US trade agreement is a decisive leap [] The post Decisive leap forward for India-US economic ties: Rajnath on trade deal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
In-form India start favourites against Afghanistan in pursuit of record 6th U-19 WC title
HARARE, Feb 3: Unbeaten so far in the tournament, a confident and all-round India will be overwhelming favourites against Afghanistan in the semifinal of the ICC Under-19 World Cup here on Wednesday. India are the most successful team in the history of the event, having annexed the title five times (2000, 2008, 2012, 2018, 2022), followed by Australia, who have won the trophy four times. Come Wednesday, India will look to take one step forward towards a record sixth title. [] The post In-form India start favourites against Afghanistan in pursuit of record 6th U-19 WC title appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
T20WC Warm-Up: Zimbabwe, Oman, Nepal win their respective games
COLOMBO/CHENNAI, Feb 3: Zimbabwe rode on Ryan Burls half-century and seamer Richard Ngaravas three-wicket haul to beat The Netherlands by 29 runs in their opening warm-up game at the Premadasa Stadium here on Tuesday. Batting first, Zimbabwe managed a decent 178 for 9 with Burl scoring 50 off 31 balls with six fours and Dion Myers contributed 32. For The Netherlands, seamer Logan van Beek took 3 for 22 in three overs. In a chase of 179, the Dutchmen managed [] The post T20WC Warm-Up: Zimbabwe, Oman, Nepal win their respective games appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NSA Doval undertakes visit to Saudi Arabia
NEW DELHI, Feb 3 : National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is on a visit to Saudi Arabia amid fast evolving geo-political situation in the Middle-East. Doval is scheduled to hold talks with his Saudi interlocutors in Riyadh. The Indian embassy in Saudi Arabia announced his trip on social media. Doval arrived in Riyadh on an official visit, it said. He was received at the airport by Indian Ambassador Suhel Ajaz Khan and Saudi Arabias Deputy Minister for Political Affairs Saud [] The post NSA Doval undertakes visit to Saudi Arabia appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Business momentum between Indian-Singapore building steadily: SICCI
SINGAPORE, Feb 3: India remains a key strategic focus, with momentum building steadily through both inbound and outbound business engagements, said Neil Parekh, chairman of the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI). Over the past year, SICCI has hosted multiple Indian delegations in Singapore, including senior government, institutional and university-led groups, creating direct dialogue with Singapore businesses and the Indian diaspora, he said. These engagements have been complemented by reciprocal visits and planned delegations from Singapore to India, [] The post Business momentum between Indian-Singapore building steadily: SICCI appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
S Africa deploys frigate to India for multilateral naval exercise
JOHANNESBURG, Feb 3 : The South African Navys frigate SAS AMATOLA has commenced a strategically significant deployment to India, where it will represent South Africa at the 2026 International Fleet Review and Exercise MILAN, hosted by the Indian Navy. SAS Amatolas voyage to India is significant on multiple levels, the South African Navy (SAN) said in a statement after the frigate departed on Sunday. This deployment marks an important milestone for South Africas maritime posture, reaffirming the SANs role as [] The post S Africa deploys frigate to India for multilateral naval exercise appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Will ban you for sharing users personal data, SC warns WhatsApp
Dealing with appeals by WhatsApp, its parent company Meta which also owns Facebook, challenging a NCLAT decision that upheld Competition Commissions finding of abuse of dominant position against the social media giant, a bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi scorched it with admonitions for violating right to privacy of Indian citizens.
NC responsible for creation of UTs: BJP
NC, allies press for Statehood, Oppn alleges Govt failure * No minister visited Doda in 15 months: Shakti Raj Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Feb 3: While opposition-BJP trained guns at the ruling National Conference, holding it responsible for creation of two Union Territories in the Jammu and Kashmir and failure of Government to deliver on the development front, the ruling party and its allies (Cong, CPIM etc) pressed for the restoration of Statehood to the Jammu and Kashmir without any more [] The post NC responsible for creation of UTs: BJP appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Speaker rejects Lones amendment on Art 370, Statehood, reservation
Paras adjournment motion too disallowed Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Feb 3: Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather today announced that he has rejected an amendment moved by Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on the issue of Article 370 and an adjournment motion of PDP MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para on alleged harassment of Kashmiris outside Jammu and Kashmir. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp After the Question Hour was over, Sajjad Lone questioned the Speaker for disallowing amendments on Article 370, [] The post Speaker rejects Lones amendment on Art 370, Statehood, reservation appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Feb 3: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will introduce two bills-one for decriminalising certain offences to further enhance trust-based governance for ease of living and doing business, and another for eliminating discrimination against leprosy-affected patients in the Legislative Assembly tomorrow. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As per the list of business circulated by the Legislative Assembly this evening, Omar will introduce a bill to amend certain enactments of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir for [] The post CM to introduce 2 bills today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt-Oppn tussle flares up, 8 MPs suspended
NEW DELHI, Feb 3: The Government-opposition faceoff in the Lok Sabha intensified on Tuesday as eight protesting MPs were suspended for unruly behaviour after Rahul Gandhi was disallowed for the second day from quoting an article that cited an unpublished memoir of former Army chief M M Naravane on the 2020 India-China conflict. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The seven MPs from the Congress and one from the CPI (M) were suspended for the remainder of the Budget [] The post Govt-Oppn tussle flares up, 8 MPs suspended appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
3 projects in J&K stopped due to Govt, local MPs opposition: Vaishnav
Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Feb 3: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav has said that three train projects in Jammu and Kashmir, which were opposed by the elected Government, have been put in abeyance for the time being. The decision was welcomed by the ruling National Conference and the opposition PDP, which said it had provided relief to farmers whose land was to be acquired for the projects. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp There was a demand for three railway projects [] The post 3 projects in J&K stopped due to Govt, local MPs opposition: Vaishnav appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI, Feb 3: The two prominent groups from LadakhLeh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA)are likely to press for constitutional safeguards and greater political autonomy for the Union territory during the meeting of the High Powered Committee (HPC) on Wednesday. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp The Ladakh leaders who arrived here on Tuesday are holding informal meetings among themselves to finalise their strategy for the meeting, sources said. The deliberations are likely to continue [] The post HPC meet on Ladakh today appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
JeM terrorists trapped in Basantgarh encounter
Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Feb 3: An intense gunfight lasting nearly an hour rattled a remote forest area in Udhampur district today after security forces trapped two to three suspected Pakistani terrorists of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) outfit inside a natural cave. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp One of the terrorists was hit during the encounter but managed to retreat into the cave, even as the Army inducted paratroopers and a sniffer dog squad to neutralise the holed-up terrorists, the [] The post JeM terrorists trapped in Basantgarh encounter appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
10,000 posts vacant in Health, 50 pc in SKIMS
Excelsior Correspondent Jammu, Feb 3: Jammu and Kashmirs public healthcare system is facing a severe staffing crisis, with nearly 10,000 positions lying vacant across its medical colleges and health institutions, the government informed the Legislative Assembly today. In a written reply to the question raised by MLA Budgam Aga Muntazir Mehdi, Health and Medical Education Minister Sakeena Itoo said thousands of posts are lying vacant in the department, and the government is working to fill them. Follow the Daily Excelsior [] The post 10,000 posts vacant in Health, 50 pc in SKIMS appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Wangchuk detained for instigating people: Centre
NEW DELHI, Feb 3: The Centre and the Union Territory of Ladakh administration told the Supreme Court on Tuesday that climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was detained for instigating people in a border area where regional sensitivity is involved. Justifying Wangchuks detention, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta told a bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and P B Varale that all procedural safeguards were followed while ordering his detention under the National Security Act (NSA). Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp This [] The post Wangchuk detained for instigating people: Centre appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Jaishankar meets Rubio in Washington ahead of critical minerals ministerial meet
The United States is set to host the inaugural critical minerals ministerial on Wednesday (local time) in Washington DC, bringing together delegations from more than 50 countries to deepen cooperation on securing and diversifying global critical mineral supply chains, according to a notice issued earlier by the US State Departments Office of the Spokesperson.
What Do We Really Learn from the Epstein Files?
Editor, The revelations coming out of the Epstein scandals force people across the world to question the truth about money, power, and politics. Jeffrey Epsteins life story itself raises serious doubts. He started his career as a private school teacher in the United States, then suddenly left teaching and entered the world of finance. Within []
Govt collects health cess, but spends less than it did earlier
When the health cess was introduced, the understanding was that it would boost health expenditure by topping up what the govt was already allocating. Clearly, that has not happened. Instead, cess is masking what would otherwise be a steep cut in the share of health in total Budget and in GDP. From 0.32% of the GDP in 2019, the year before Covid struck, the share has fallen to 0.27% even with the cess component.
In a confusing scenario, the US has announced tariff cuts on Indian goods from 50 to 18 per cent with immediate effect. The announcement by President Trump was immediately welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but questions remain. For one, a formal agreement is yet to be announced. Related documents have not been finalized or []
Women Empowerment through Cash Transfers: Fact or Myth?
By Antriksh Kar Singh The cash schemes targeting several demographic groups, particularly women, on the eve of the state assembly election, apparently became a sure-shot solution for political actors across the spectrum. The recent development happened in poll-bound Assam, where the state government decided to release Rs 8,000 on February 20 as an advance Bohag []
Rahul claims PM is under US pressure, selling away blood & sweat of farmers
Rahul Gandhi said the case against Adani basically targets the PM because the business leader represents the financial structure of Modi and BJP, while the US has not yet released the full material they have on Epstein Files. These are the two pressure points, and the country should understand that the PM is compromised, he told reporters.
World recognising Indias strength: PM Modi to NDA MPs
Addressing the BJP-led NDA parliamentary party meeting where he was felicitated for Indias trade agreements, including with EU and US, Modi said India is at the centre of an uncertain world as past alliances give way to new alignments, emphasising that the new year has been particularly encouraging for India, sources said.
AMD announced strong fourth quarter earnings and a positive first quarter outlook. Revenue reached a record $10.3 billion. Despite beating expectations, the company's stock saw a decline. AMD's data center and PC segments performed well. The company is also focusing on AI hardware and future technologies.
Rajasthan exploring scope for utilisation of clean energy
RSGL chairperson and Principal Secretary (Mines) T. Ravikanth said that the States first LNG plant being established at Neemrana would benefit long-distance vehicles, mining areas, and industrial units
Agriculture, dairy shielded in India-US deal; trade pact in weeks
As a result, cereals, maize, soybean and genetically modified food may be kept out of the bilateral trade agreement, which has been in the works since last Feb. Goyal said that Modi had managed to secure a very good deal for India, which was better than what US had offered to some other competing countries. Indian and American officials are currently engaged in drafting a joint statement which is expected to be finalised in the next few days.
Arunachal Pradesh policeman killed in tiger attack
The Lower Dibang Valley district administration issued an urgent public safety advisory
S Jaishankar Meets Scott Bessent, Discusses Strengthening India-US Economic Ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington DC as part of an ongoing three-day visit to the United States.
MCC brings in 73 law changes, makes final over mandatory
The MCC said the new edition of the Laws of Cricket, the first since 2022, has been drafted in to ensure laws are up to date and fit for the modern game and that they should be as inclusive as possible
Carpet makers expect recovery after India-US trade pact
Techie Dies By Suicide In Kukatpally
Kukatpally Inspector V. Subba Rao said Vijaylaxmi was reportedly undergoing psychiatric treatment at a private hospital for a month.
In-form India would be extremely difficult to beat in T20 WC: Michael Klinger
Indias aggressive top-order core makes them arguably the strongest unit going into the ICC event, according to Klinger, the head coach of WPL franchise Gujarat Giants
S Jaishankar Meets US Secretary Of State Marco Rubio In Washington
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington on Tuesday ahead of an inaugural ministerial on critical minerals.
India-US trade deal: Elated exporters eyeing discount cuts on orders
Most exporters spent early Tuesday with buyers discussing the way forward, especially with garment orders for the next season being finalised. We are in talks with our buyers and they are very happy. The timing of the announcement has been very good as orders for the next season were being finalised. The future is looking very bright, and we need to build scale, focus on expansion and skilling to take advantage of it, said Sudhir Sekhri of Trendsetters, an exporter of womenswear.
Bencic, Svitolina make history as mothers inside tennis top 10
Two mothers ranked inside the WTAs Top 10 rankings for the first time is an incredible moment for tennis and for womens sport, said WTA chief executive Portia Archer
Nvidia OpenAI-Chatgpt IPO push: Jensen Huang-led AI giant eyeing big Initial Public Offering options
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has revealed the company's plans to invest in OpenAI remained on track following recent reports that the deal had been stalled.
ChatGPT Down For Thousands Of Users In US: Report
ChatGPT was down for thousands of users in the US on Tuesday, according to outage tracking website Downdetector.com.
Ex-Minister Says Police Portraying Victims As Accused In AP
Venu Gopalakrishna, MLC Thota Trimurthulu and former minister Mudragada Padmanabham met ex-minister Ambati Rambabu at the Central Jail in Rajamahendravaram of East Godavari District on Tuesday during the Mulakat time.
Sunderland make home a fortress as possible place in Europe beckons
Sunderlands 3-0 home win over Burnley on Monday kept up their status as the only side left in the Premier League with an unbeaten home record this season
Mulugu Police Dismiss Medaram Rape Rumours As Fake
The clarification follows several hours of intense speculation online, which claimed a minor had been targeted during the peak of the tribal festival.
Interview | Clear visibility for fresh investments, capacity addition: Aqeel Panaruna
Lower tariffs to help seafood exporters recover ground, says industry group; SKM says allowing 0% import tariffs on U.S. goods is a surrender to U.S. imperialism that will devastate Indian farmers
YSRC Delegation To Call On NHRC, SC Panel Over Violence In AP
The opposition party has alleged widespread human rights violations under the ruling NDA coalition government.
Interview | For Captain Fresh, its an opportunity to double margins: CEO Utham Gowda
Pharma companies await clarity, eye a dose of stability in India-US deal
With the US accounting for nearly 35% of Indias overall pharma shipments of over $30 billion in FY24-25, the move is expected to bolster growth prospects and pipeline visibility. A potential India-US trade deal offers long-awaited stability for the domestic pharma sector, which plays a critical role in supplying affordable medicines to the US, industry experts told TOI.
Plywood factory, moving car gutted in fire
Rising US and European bond yields, with the US 10-year Treasury hitting a multi-month high, pressured growth stocks and led to a Nasdaq decline. Company-specific disappointments from Gartner and PayPal further weighed on the market. Euro zone yields also climbed, influenced by US Treasuries and speculation surrounding potential Federal Reserve leadership changes.
IndiaUS trade deal: Textile, leather players see revival in volumes
Textile and apparel exporters are now expecting an increased sourcing by global brands as India will now enjoy one of the lowest tariff regimes among major Asian manufacturing hubs, with a marginal advantage over competitors, such as Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam and China. The tariff relief is expected to create a level-playing field, particularly for small and medium exporters in clusters such as Surat, Gurugram and Tirupur.
Kerala High Court upholds 40,000 cost imposed by vacation bench
Security forces engage group of terrorists in Udhampur
Police Dismiss Rumours Of Kidnap In Warangal
Rumours of a drunk kidnap attempt spread like a wildfire through social media.
Govt. told to ensure continuous supply of drinking water to West Kochi residents
After tariff cut, exporters of seafood eye recovery in US
Seafood Exporters Association of India (SEAI) said it expects shipments to rebound following the conclusion of the India-US trade deal and the reduction of tariffs to 18%. We are confident that with the conclusion of the trade deal and lowering of tariffs to 18%, the quantum of export of seafood from India to the US will show an increase and soon reach back to the previous levels, the association said. SEAI also welcomed the role played by govt in finalising the agreement.
Trade deal with EU may have spurred US announcement
There are strong reasons why India and the US should have strong trade ties. Each has comparative advantages and they have complementarities that explained the hope that the first trade deal under Trump 2.0 will be with India. But, things went haywire for reasons not related to trade: Indias refusal to engage Trumps claims on Operation Sindoor and the pressure on him domestically to appear tough on Moscow resulting a 25% secondary tariff for Indias purchase of Russian crude.
Cops Seek Extended Custody in Cyber Extortion Case
The accused, Sachin Mallik, allegedly accessed and extracted nearly 70 GB of sensitive internal data belonging to Giga AI, including customer call records, internal communications and proprietary information.
Habeas Plea Cant Be Filed If Staffer Absconds: High Court
The judge posted the matter for further hearing.
Mancherial: Cop Suspended Over Viral Assault
Sirisha, who works as a senior assistant at the 13th Gudipeta police battalion, had married Ravi Prasad a few years ago after the two fell in love.
