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Amid documentary row, UK defends BBC's independence

The United Kingdom government has defended the BBC as a media outlet 'independent in its output' in the wake of widespread Indian diaspora protests against the controversial documentary on Prime......

Violence breaks out in Melbourne over 'Khalistan referendum', many Sikhs detained

Two people were injured and as many Sikh men were detained when two separate brawls broke out between Khalistani activists and pro-India demonstrators in Melbourne during the so-called 'Punjab......

Full text: President's address to the nation on the eve of Republic Day 2023

Here's the full text of address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of the Republic Day 2023. Dear fellow citizens, Namaskar! On the eve of the 74th Republic Day, I extend my......

BBC defends Modi documentary as 'rigorously researched'

The BBC on Friday defended its controversial series on Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'rigorously researched' documentary that sought to highlight important issues, a day after the Indian......

BBC documentary: Sunak defends Modi, snubs Pak-origin MP

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has come out in defence of his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi after a controversial BBC documentary claimed that the British government was aware about the......

Remittances from overseas Indians up by 12% to $100 billion in 2022: Sitharaman

Underlining the contribution of non-resident Indians, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said remittances sent to the country by overseas Indians were about $100 billion for the......

India to grow at over 7% in FY23, says CEA

Chief economic advisor V Anantha Nageswaran on Tuesday said Indian economy will grow at over 7 per cent, down from above 8 per cent of growth rate projected in January. Illustration: Dominic......

Sitharaman urged to allow NRIs to invest in Indian stock markets

A prominent Indian Diaspora body, FIIDS, on Monday urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to allow non-resident Indians and overseas citizens of India (OCI) card holders to invest in the Indian......

Beauty takes natural turn, demand for ayurveda products soars in India

Natural beauty solutions have certainly come a long way — from the grandmother’s kitchen to fancy tubes and bottles. Akshara Srivastava reports. Immunity boosting foods and drinks.......

'Keeravaaniji Is A True Representation Of India'

'Keeravaaniji doesn't work in isolation.''He responds to stories, situations and the emotional core of a film.'That's why his tunes are so different. 'Unchiseled emotional masterpieces.' IMAGE: M......

Why There's So Much Global Love For RRR

Like Slumdog Millionaire, RRR will remain a one-time phenomenon until another big, larger-than-life Indian film connects with critics in the West, predicts Aseem Chhabra. Fourteen years ago, a......

Bollywood Brings House Down in Jeddah!

It was heartening to see so many women -- young and old, many in hijab and burqa shaking their bodies, raising their arms and singing with complete abandonment.Yes, this happened in Saudi Arabia,......

'What's not to like about a smile?'

'A smile reflects your gratitude for life, your celebration of it.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Renuka Shahane/Instagram Even after three decades, her million dollar smile flashes bright and brings......

Did Modi Inspire This Grammy Win?

'Now, no one can stop me from making music till the day I die.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Ricky Kej/Instagram With two Grammys in the Best New Age Album category -- for Winds of Samsara in 2015......

Why IPL chief won't allow Indian players in overseas T20 leagues

'The IPL will be much bigger than what it is and will be the number one sports league in the world.' IMAGE: Gujarat Titans captain Hardik Pandya celebrates after winning IPL 2022. Photograph: BCCI......

4th T20I: Iyer vs Hooda, who will find the spot in playing XI?

IMAGE: Shreyas Iyer will be monitored more than anyone else. Photograph: BCCI Shreyas Iyer's performance will be under intense scrutiny as India gear up for the back-to-back T20I games......

Will cricket get the nod for 2028 LA Olympic Games?

IMAGE: Cricket has not been played at the Olympics since its maiden appearance in the 1900 Games at Paris, where Britain beat a team of mostly English expatriates representing France by 158 runs......

PHOTOS: India women thrash Pakistan for first win of CWG

Scorecard IMAGE: Indian players celebrate. Photograph: BCCI Women/Twitter India brought their desired 'killing attitude' to the fore under pressure as they put up a ruthless performance to......

Birmingham Buzz: Of 'Gay Village', bhindi masala and more...

IMAGE: British diving star Tom Daley will make a very public stand in support of LGBTQ+ rights at Thursday night's opening ceremony in his role as a baton-bearer. Photograph: Twitter Be happy and......

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