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Modi, Putin unveil 2030 roadmap amid US pressure

India and Russia on Friday unveiled a raft of measures including a five-year roadmap to build a robust economic partnership and address New Delhi's concerns over trade deficit even as Prime......

Setback for India? US revokes sanctions waiver for Chabahar port

The Trump administration has said that individuals operating the Chabahar Port in Iran would invite sanctions beginning later this month. IMAGE: India is engaged in the development of a terminal......

Why Is Trump Tied Up?

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry. Knot My Leader IMAGE: Anti-Trump activists hold onto ropes tied around a person wearing a cutout mask of US President Donald J......

Russia-China Gas Pact Poses New Challenges For India

India should simultaneously prioritise domestic exploration and production of more oil and gas in the country and ensure we retain diversified suppliers for imports, points out former foreign......

Trump dances his way to historic Thailand-Cambodia peace deal

US President Donald Trump arrived in Malaysia on Sunday as part of a five-day mission aimed at boosting America's engagement in Asia and reinforcing trade ties with key regional partners. IMAGE:......

Microsoft to invest $17.5 billion for India's AI-first future: Nadella

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on Tuesday announced plans to invest $17.5 billion in India to help build infrastructure and sovereign capabilities for the country's AI-first future, marking the third......

'We Have Become The Largest Eyewear Brand In Asia'

'India needs at least 70,000 to 80,000 eyewear stores; our 2,000 stores are just a drop in the ocean.' Photograph: Kind courtesy Lenskart/Facebook Ahead of its debut on the Bombay Stock Exchange......

India in active dialogue for trade pact with US, EU, Oman: Goyal

India has implemented a number of free trade agreements with developed nations and is in active dialogue for such pacts with nations including the US, Oman, and the EU, Commerce and Industry......

World Bank raises India's growth projection to 6.5% for 2025-26

The World Bank on Tuesday raised India's growth forecast for the current fiscal to 6.5 per cent from 6.3 per cent estimated earlier, and said the country is expected to remain fastest-growing major......

Don't do deals with gun...: Piyush Goyal on trade talks with US

India does not do trade agreements in a hurry or with a "gun to our head", Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. Photograph: Carlos Barria/Reuters He said India is actively......

Eko Review: The Writing Is The Star

Eko, a smartly written film, loses steam midway but somehow stays afloat and deliver the goods, notes Arjun Menon. Following the blockbuster success of Kishkindha Kaandam, Director Dinjith......

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

'I played five different versions of Woh Subah Kabhie Toh Aayegi for Raj Kapoor, only to be greeted with a totally blank reaction.''Thereafter, for 40 minutes, he disappeared, leaving us......

Beware South Africa! Gill Sets The Nets On Fire

With free public access, nearly 5,000 fans roared as Gill stepped out and deposited balls into galleries, at times overshadowing power-hitter Shivam Dube during their rotational practice session.......

Big Guns Return, Selection Calls in Focus Ahead of SA T20Is

IMAGE: Shubman Gill returns to the Indian team after being sidelined due to neck injury suffered during the opening Test against South Africa last month. Photograph: BCCI/X The return of Shubman......

'Kuldeep At His Peak, Must Play Asia Cup'

'He will be a vital cog in the wheel for the Asia Cup.' IMAGE: Kuldeep Yadav's last T20I appearance came in the 2024 T20 World Cup final against South Africa before injury during the New Zealand......

Will Gaikwad bat at No 4 for India in SA ODI series?

With a string of good scores, Ruturaj Gaikwad has been in top form of late. IMAGE: In six ODIs so far, Ruturaj Gaikwad has tallied 115 runs at an average of 19.16. Photograph: ANI Photo One of the......

Duleep Trophy: Shreyas Iyer's big shot at India comeback!

IMAGE: Shreyas Iyer's 604 runs across 17 matches for Punjab Kings at a strike-rate in excess of 175 did not resonate with the selectors during the Asia Cup selection. Photograph: BCCI The dynamic......