Budget hollow, directionless; ignoring people's hardships: Opposition

Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said the budget speech given by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was also "non-transparent" as it gave no idea of the budgetary allocations for key......

Bangladesh gears up for polls amidst political turmoil

Bangladesh is going to the polls along with a referendum on reforms in less than two weeks in a dramatically changed political landscape, with the once-dominant Awami League barred from contesting......

TN temple takeover by ASI: Court issues notice to govt on plea

The Supreme Court on Friday sought a response from the Centre, the Tamil Nadu government and others on a plea seeking directions on the ASI's takeover of the Thirupparankundram temple and daily......

US to return 3 ancient sculptures taken illegally from Indian temples

The Smithsonian will return three ancient bronze sculptures to India after evidence showed they were illegally removed from Tamil Nadu temples in the 1950s IMAGE: The sculptures include Shiva......

India-made cars now popular across global markets: Economic Survey

A robust demand-side recovery has driven both production growth and sales in the post-pandemic period. Photograph: Babu/Reuters Key Points The industry has recorded nearly 33% growth in......

Economic Survey says US tariffs are 'most disruptive' in global economy

India must  build enduring national capabilities to deal with the challenging geopolitical scenario. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points Swadeshi is inevitable and necessary, the......

India emerges as global leader in IPOs: Economic Survey

Supported by sound macroeconomic fundamentals, strong domestic investor participation and continued regulatory reforms by Sebi, the markets remained resilient even as trade disruptions, volatile......

India second-most preferred investment destination for CEOs: PwC survey

Indian CEOs are significantly more optimistic about the country’s economic growth than their international peers. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh Key Points 57 per cent of Indian CEOs are confident......