Assam to hold socio-economic survey of indigenous Muslims; Cong cries foul

The Assam government on Tuesday said that it will conduct a socio-economic survey of the state's five indigenous Muslim communities so that measures can be taken for their upliftment. IMAGE:......

IAF's 'critical deficiencies' must be addressed on priority: IAF chief

The "critical deficiencies" of the Indian Air Force like shortage of fighter squadrons and force multipliers must be addressed on priority so that the force retains its combat edge, Air Chief......

Era of classifying terrorists as 'bad' or 'good' must end: India at UN

The era of classifying terrorists as "bad" or "good" on the basis of "political convenience" must end immediately, a concept note circulated by India in the United States Security Council has said,......

G20 communique papers over differences on Russia-Ukraine war

The G20's Bali Declaration Wednesday acknowledged differences among members on the Russia-Ukraine war but stressed that it was essential to adhere to international law, including protection of......

'Climate deal cannot be achieved by passing burden of action'

India has said it would reduce carbon emissions relative to its GDP by 33 per cent to 35 per cent from 2005 levels by 2030. Expressing disappointment with the low level of ambition displayed by......

Economic Survey: National Solar Mission scaled up 5-fold to 100,000 MW

Clean energy cess doubled to Rs 100 per tonne to mop up Rs 17,000 crore  (Rs 170 billion) India’s action-oriented policies to bring rapid development to people while purposefully......

India, China take lead at UN climate talks in Germany

Breaking from the past, the Like-Minded Developing Countries (LMDC), which includes India and China, presented the first draft for negotiating the 2015 global climate treaty, grabbing the early......

Rio: India upset with rich nations' 'weak' will

India said on Thursday it is disappointed with the 'weak' political will in developed countries to provide developing nations enhanced means of implementation of objectives of Green Economy, which......

Draft National Youth Policy 2012 unveiled

The exposure draft of the National Youth Policy, 2012, was unveiled by Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Ajay Maken on Thuursday. The Draft NYP 2012, said Maken, is a first of its kind as it......

Button masters Monaco for fifth win in six

Formula One championship leader Jenson Button mastered Monaco's treacherous streets on Sunday to chalk up his fifth victory in six races and lead another Brawn GP one-two finish. The Briton's......