Friendships not exclusive in multipolar world, says EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi- Asserting that India’s presence in the world order is attracting competition that will only grow as the country moves towards becoming a leading power, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday emphasised that friendships are no longer exclusive, especially in the emerging multipolar world. “Friendships are also not exclusive, particularly so in…
DIIs hold stock market steady as FIIs sell Rs 113,858 crore worth equity in Oct
Mumbai- The foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold a whopping Rs 113,858 crore worth equity in the Indian stock market in the month of October, contributing hugely to the about 8 per cent decline in benchmark indices from the peak. Despite the massive FII selling in financials, this sector is resilient since the valuations are fair…
Experts at MDNIY Highlight the Importance of Guru’s on Teachers’ Day
New Delhi- Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) organised a welcome ceremony for the new students of Diploma in Yogic Sciences (DYSc) on the auspicious occasion of Teacher’s Day in its premises. Yoga and Ayurveda Experts illuminated the new batch of DYSc with their wisdom. On the occasion of Teachers’ Day, experts emphasized the…
Gold likely to open weak after steep global fall; prices may drop to Rs 1.22–Rs 1.23 lakh per 10 gm
Mumbai- The rush for gold may slow down after Diwali, as the yellow metal is expected to open on a weak note in the domestic market on Wednesday. This comes after international gold prices fell sharply by 5.5 per cent — the steepest decline since August 2020.Analysts expect Indian gold prices to correct to around…
India, Honduras explore trade, investment ties at ‘Viksit Bharat’ seminar in Tegucigalpa
Tegucigalpa- Reaffirming commitment to mutual growth and prosperity, a Business Seminar titled ‘Viksit Bharat – Invest India: India–Honduras Bilateral Trade Relations’ was held in Tegucigalpa, highlighting the trade and investment opportunities in India. The event was organised by the Indian Embassy in Guatemala, concurrently accredited to Honduras. Several Ministers, Vice Ministers, officials, Chamber representatives, and…
‘Mamata Banerjee will either become PM or surpass Jyoti Basu’s record as Bengal CM’
Kolkata- Trinamool Congress state general secretary in West Bengal, Kunal Ghosh, on Monday used the twin auspicious occasions of Kali Puja and Diwali to make a prediction that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will either become the Prime Minister in 2029 or surpass former CM, late Jyoti Basu’s records, in that chair. The Trinamool leader’s statement…
‘True light is awakening of soul’: Mahant Swami Maharaj’s divine Diwali message
Jaipur- On the sacred occasion of Diwali and the Hindu New Year, His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj (Swami Keshavjivandas) extended heartfelt blessings to devotees, saints, and well-wishers of BAPS across the globe. His message transcended mere celebration, offering instead a profound invitation to kindle the inner light—a Diwali that glows within the soul and radiates…
Red hibiscus prices skyrocket in Kolkata on Kali Puja festival day
Kolkata- The price of red hibiscus, an essential commodity for the rituals of the Kali Puja festival, has shot up almost five times in the retail markets of Kolkata on Monday, when the auspicious occasion coincides with Diwali. A garland of 108 pieces of red hibiscus is selling between Rs 150 to Rs 200 in…
PM Modi applauds Naval creativity in penning song ‘Kasam Sindoor Ki’
Goa- Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with armed forces personnel aboard INS Vikrant, India’s indigenously built aircraft carrier, in a gesture that blended festivity with national pride. The evening was marked by a cultural programme that left a lasting impression on the Prime Minister, who later tweeted his admiration for the naval personnel’s creativity…
Dawood wants the fear back, D-Gang sets up extortion cells to revive underworld clout
New Delhi- Even as mafia don Dawood Ibrahim continues to enjoy the hospitality offered to him by Pakistan, fears of an underworld resurgence in India are cropping up. The Dawood Ibrahim syndicate is in desperate need of attention, and this has made them scale up extortion threats in various parts of the country. The fear…
The last stand: Naxalite movement set to crumble before 2026 deadline
New Delhi- The deadline for the Naxalite movement to perish is March 31, 2026. However, going by the number of surrenders that have taken place over the last week, security officials estimate the movement could end by January 2026, the Republic Day. The security forces currently have the upper hand, and even those Naxalites who…
PM Modi hails Swadeshi might with home-grown warships, submarines’ induction into Navy Onboard INS Vikrant,
Goa- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, championing the Swadeshi ethos that has propelled India’s self-reliance, celebrated Diwali aboard the indigenously built INS Vikrant, heralding the Navy’s role as a cornerstone of national security. In a rousing address off Goa’s coast, PM Modi celebrated the integration of home-grown innovation into India’s maritime strategy, underscoring how the Swadeshi…
Earnings-driven recovery for Indian markets: Market watchers on Samvat 2082
New Delhi- The stage is set for an earnings-led recovery in India’s equity markets, market watchers said on Monday, as Samvat 2082 is set to begin on October 21. Amisha Vora, Chairperson and Managing Director, PL Capital, said that the coming year offers investors an opportunity to participate in India’s next leg of compounding, “driven…
