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India ranks 11th globally as FDI inflows jump 44% to $39 billion in 2025: Unctad
India recorded a 44 per cent jump in FDI inflows to $39 billion in 2025, making it the world's 11th-largest investment destination, according to Unctad. However, the UN report cautioned that greenfield manufacturing investment slowed amid global economic uncertainty
Air India flight comes face-to-face with AI Express plane on same runway in Mumbai
The incident occurred at around 10 pm when an Air India Express aircraft, which had just landed from Siliguri, was still on the runway as an Air India flight bound for Delhi began its take-off roll on the same runway
At least 3 dead, 5 missing after debris slip at Wayanad tunnel project amid heavy rain
A major rescue operation is underway in Kerala's Wayanad district after a massive debris slip struck the entrance of an under-construction tunnel road project, leaving at least three people dead and five others missing
‘India, Indonesia, and Indian Ocean…’: In Jakarta, PM Modi bats for free Indo-Pacific, UNSC reforms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the Indonesian Parliament and called for a stronger India-Indonesia partnership rooted in shared maritime interests, democratic values and regional cooperation
India, Indonesia expand space partnership with focus on research and capacity building
India and Indonesia have agreed to deepen cooperation in the space sector, with both countries announcing plans to expand joint research, technology sharing and capacity building as part of their growing partnership
Guarding the gateway: India-Indonesia coast guard pact targets Malacca and beyond
With maritime trade routes increasingly vulnerable to conflicts, piracy and geopolitical rivalries, closer cooperation between India and Indonesia is expected to strengthen regional security and economic resilience
FSSAI issues notices to several food brands over misleading packaging
In a post on X on Monday, the food regulator said it had observed the claim "Fresh Paneer" on the product's label and directed food business operators (FBOs) to strictly comply with labelling regulations
Ram Temple donation theft: CCTV shows staff hiding cash in pockets, shoes as probe deepens
The probe found nearly 70 instances of alleged theft caught on CCTV, prompting arrests, resignations and a wider investigation into the Temple Trust's handling of donations
India renews $1.8 million lobbying deal with firm led by Trump's former strategist Jason Miller
The renewed $1.8 million contract with Jason Miller's firm comes as India seeks to navigate trade tensions and strengthen engagement with the Trump administration
IIM Bangalore to set up first international campus in Indonesia as PM Modi deepens Asean ties
The campus in Indonesia's Singhasari Special Economic Zone aims to strengthen higher education, innovation and digital skills across the Asean region
Indian Navy rescue one fisherman in Visakhapatnam, search for 6 others continue | Watch
The seven fishermen had left for fishing on July 1 and had informed their family members that they would return by 2 pm on July 4
India & Indonesia sign BrahMos deal, expand defence ties as PM Modi receives 'Bintang Adipurna' honour
The two countries signed agreements across defence, technology, healthcare and trade, with the BrahMos missile deal marking a major boost to their strategic partnership
Riyadh Air to start services to India this August, will it be the rival to Emirates in future?
Riyadh Air will begin daily Mumbai-Riyadh flights from August 4, marking its India debut. Backed by Saudi Arabia's ambitious aviation plans and ample bilateral traffic rights, the airline aims to challenge established Gulf carriers such as Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways, though building a competitive network will take time.
Mumbai rains: Schools, colleges shut amid IMD's orange alert, govt advises wfh for private offices
The orange alert issued by the IMD indicates that people should be prepared for extremely bad weather that can cause significant disruptions, transport delays, and power outages, an official said. It is at the third level in a four-stage colour system, placed above yellow and below red
India may slow E25 petrol rollout as concerns over mileage and older vehicles grow: Report
India may adopt a phased rollout of E25 petrol as concerns over lower mileage, older vehicle compatibility and the rapid transition to E20 prompt the government to reassess its ethanol-blending roadmap
'Expect good news': BrahMos deal likely to advance during PM Modi’s Indonesia visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Indonesia is expected to strengthen bilateral ties, with progress anticipated on the BrahMos missile deal and cooperation in defence, trade and critical minerals
Why are the Indian Armed Forces looking to retain Agniveers beyond the 25% quota?
As the first batch of Agniveers prepares to complete its four-year tenure in October this year, India's Armed Forces are considering raising permanent retention beyond the current 25 per cent cap. Here's why the Army, Navy and Air Force believe the Agnipath scheme may need a major overhaul
Pahalgam terror attack: NIA names LeT chief Hafiz Saeed in supplementary chargesheet
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary chargesheet in the Pahalgam terror attack case, naming Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Saeed as an accused
How a manic monsoon led to closure of nearly Rs 7,000-crore Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link, which opened in May
Inaugurated in May after being built for Rs 6,695 crore, traffic on the Missing Link of the Mumbai-Pune Expressway came to a grinding halt after a rain-triggered landslide occurred there. The closure caused commuters inordinate delays and inconvenience. It has also raised questions about one of Maharashtra’s most ambitious infrastructure projects
Nirav Modi extradition to India nears as final legal challenge ends
Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi's extradition to India appears to have entered its final stage after he reportedly failed in his last legal challenge before the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR)
Nearly 10,000 forgotten Indian WWI soldiers officially recognised after more than 80 years
Nearly 10,000 Indian soldiers who served and died during the First World War have been officially recognised for the first time in what is being described as the biggest update to Commonwealth war casualty records in more than 80 years
'Iranians will never forget': Iran formally thanks India for standing in solidarity at Ali Khamenei’s funeral
Praising India's support during a period of national mourning, the Iranian Embassy said New Delhi's participation in Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral reinforced the longstanding civilisational ties between the two countries
‘Satluj’ removed from ZEE5: Who was the Sikh activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, who inspired the film?
Two days after its release on ZEE5, ‘Satluj’ has been removed from the OTT platform. According to government sources, the move comes as they feared that portions of the film could be used by anti-Indian elements. Starring Diljit Dosanjh, the movie is about the life of activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, who exposed alleged disappearances and secret cremations in Punjab amid the height of militancy
Ayodhya Ram temple trust to hold first key meeting amid donation embezzlement probe
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will meet in Ayodhya to discuss Champat Rai's resignation, the ongoing donation embezzlement probe and possible governance reforms, including appointing a CEO
INS Mahendragiri to be commissioned on July 11 in major boost to 'aatmanirbhar' naval capability
India is set to strengthen its maritime capabilities with the commissioning of the indigenous stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri on July 11
Revocation of Article 370 was the 'most fitting tribute' to Syama Prasad Mookerjee: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, saying the revocation of Articles 370 and 35A was the "most fitting tribute" to his sacrifice
Netanyahu rejects JD Vance's 'only ally' claim, says Israel has 'tremendous support' in India
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected US Vice President JD Vance's claim that America is Israel's only powerful ally, saying India remains a steadfast friend with "tremendous support" for the Jewish state
How did Instagram run ads promoting child abuse in India?
India has issued a notice to Meta after an investigation alleged that Instagram displayed paid advertisements promoting child sexual abuse material. MeitY ordered Meta to remove such Instagram ads and explain within seven days how they were approved
Another dowry death? The tragic tale of 28-year-old who fell from Delhi building just 72 days after marriage
Akriti Sutar died after allegedly falling from a building in Delhi’s Lodhi Colony area. Shortly after her demise, her relatives have accused her newly-wed husband, Arastu Sikka, and his family of harassing the woman for dowry and even threatening to kill her. They claim that the 28-year-old had even thrown a party at her office after resuming work, a sign that she wasn’t depressed
'Digital arrest' scams cost Indians Rs 4,057.7 cr since 2022, government data shows
Government data shows India recorded 2,97,727 'digital arrest' scam complaints and losses of Rs 4,057.7 crore between 2022 and May 2026