Speaking on the occasion, the President said that it is a matter of pride for the Santal community that our ancestor, Tilka Majhi, raised the banner of revolt against exploitation nearly 240 years ago. Nearly 60 years after his revolt, the brave brothers Sido-Kanhu and Chand-Bhairav, alon
Bank of Baroda has officially become the first bank in the country to successfully raise Green Infrastructure Bonds within the domestic market. The state-owned lender announced a significant capital boost aimed specifically at environmental initiatives. Posting on its X account, the bank sai
India will discuss key trade issues with an open mind at the upcoming World Trade Organization (WTO) ministerial meeting later this month, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday, as New Delhi continues to engage global partners while expanding its trade footprint. "We h
Addressing the specifics of trade negotiations with Washington, Goyal expressed immense confidence in the outcomes India has achieved compared to other global players. "We got the best deal amongst all of the competitors," he remarked.
South Asian activists at a UNHRC side event raised concerns over religious intolerance and minority persecution in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Organised by Shivi Development Society, the session called for stronger international cooperation and UN intervention to protect fundamental rel
EAM S. Jaishankar asserted India's rise is self-determined, citing the "humane" decision to dock the Iranian vessel IRIS Lavan in Kochi despite regional tensions. He emphasised safeguarding Indian merchant mariners and building an Indian Ocean "ecosystem" through practical projects, resou
Finnish President Alexander Stubb declared "the future is Indian" during his state visit, praising India's "wonderful" progress and leadership. He called for urgent UN reform to reflect the 2026 world order, advocating for India to receive a permanent Security Council seat as it leads the
The Minister described the sinking of IRIS Dena as unfortunate and said India took the humane approach when the Iranians send out a request for IRIS Lavan.
Adressing an event in Kolkata, the Chief Minister flagged the hike in LPG cylinder prices and raised concerns over new booking guidelines requiring consumers to book gas 21 days in advance.
The price of domestic LPG cylinders has been increased with effect from Saturday, March 7, with the cost of a 14.2-kg household cooking gas cylinder rising by Rs 60 across the country, and the price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder has also been increased by Rs 115.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that multiple state governments will raise a total of Rs 45,960 crore through the auction of State Government Securities (SGS), scheduled to be conducted on March 10, 2026.