Category: India News

BJP’s vote share up by 7%, AAP’s down by 10%; Cong’s rises by 2%

NEW DELHI: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) which was routed in the Delhi Assembly elections saw the erosion of nearly 10 percentage points in its vote share while the winner BJP not only saw a resurgence but also a significant increase in its vote share. The BJP was […]

Trial starts over rape, murder of junior doctor in India’s Kolkata

KOLKATA – A court in the eastern state of West Bengal began the trial on Monday of a police volunteer accused of raping and murdering a doctor at a government hospital in August, a case that has sparkedĀ outrageĀ over the lack of safety for women in India. The woman’s […]

Despite bans, firecrackers sizzle across India for Diwali

Firecrackers are central to Diwali celebrations for millions of Indian Hindus and this year was no different even as some cities, including New Delhi, banned their use to curb some of the worst pollution levels in the world. Diwali honours the victorious return of Lord Rama, one of […]

India criticises Canada for linking minister to Sikh plots

NEW DELHI – India’s foreign ministry said on Saturday it had lodged a protest with Canada for linking its home minister to alleged plots against Sikh separatists on Canadian soil. The ministry also accused Ottawa of surveillance of some Indian consular staff. Canada’s global affairs department did not […]

China confirms agreement to end standoff in eastern Ladakh

BEIJING: China on Tuesday confirmed that it has reached an agreement with India to end the standoff between the two armies in eastern Ladakh. ā€œOver a recent period, China and India have been in close communication through diplomatic and military channels on issues related to the China-India border,ā€ […]

General Elections 2024 in India

May 28, 2024 Road to Elections: Parties Gear Up for Campaigning As the General Elections of 2024 draw closer, political parties in India are intensifying their preparations for the upcoming campaign. With various key issues such as economic recovery, national security, and social welfare taking center stage, the […]

Pakistan denounces Indian minister’s remarks about pursuing suspects across border

KARACHI, Pakistan- Pakistan on Saturday denounced “provocative remarks” made by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in which he said India wouldĀ enter Pakistan to kill anyoneĀ who escapes over its border after trying to carry out militant attacks. Singh’s comments on Friday came after the Guardian newspaper published a report […]

India’s top yoga guru faces judges’ ire in misleading ads case

NEW DELHI, April 2 – India’s top court on Tuesday warned the nation’s most popular yoga guru and his company of stern legal action for not complying with its directive to stop advertisements saying traditional ayurvedic medicines can fully cure some diseases. Yoga guru Baba Ramdev, dressed in […]

Plight of small scale industries in India

Small-scale industries in India face numerous challenges, hindering their growth and sustainability. These enterprises, often referred to as the backbone of the Indian economy, encounter various obstacles that impede their development and impact their overall contribution to the nation’s economy. Economic Challenges Small-scale industries in India grapple with […]

Expensive marriages in India, pervasive poverty

In India, the contrast between extravagant, high-budget weddings and pervasive poverty is stark and concerning. While a significant portion of the population struggles to meet their basic needs, the wealthy often spare no expense when it comes to marital celebrations. Lavish venues, designer outfits, and opulent decorations contribute […]

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