New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Iran is ready to engage with all neighbours in the interests of sovereignty, integrity, peace and stability of the region, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said on Wednesday. “Let us…
Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) The 1993 Nobel laureate, Sir Richard J. Roberts, has been named for this year’s UDCT Alumni Association-Dhirubhai Ambani Lifetime Achievement Award’ for his outstanding professional and educational contributions, an official said…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed that a copy of the Justice H.S. Bedi committee report on eight cases of fake shootouts in Gujarat be furnished to the petitioner, noted…
Shillong, Jan 9 (IANS) Meghalaya has adopted a systematic approach to develop tourism by taking an initiative to develop and package the unique selling point of a particular destination in the State, Chief Minister Conrad…
Panaji, Jan 9 (IANS) Antares, a popular Australian-themed restaurant run by Masterchef Australia runner-up Sarah Todd, caught fire late on Wednesday, a spokesperson for the Goa Fire and Emergency services spokesperson said. Four fire engines…
Sharjah, Jan 9 (IANS) Uzbekistan topped Oman 2-1 at the 2019 AFC Asian Cup Group F contest held at Sharjah Stadium here on Wednesday. Uzbekistan midfielder Odil Ahmedov scored in the 34th minute with a…
Kolkata, Jan 9 (IANS) A few school children were injured in stone pelting in Kolkata on Wednesday as sporadic incidents of vandalism marked the second day of the central trade unions-sponsored 48-hour nationwide strike in…
Bengaluru, Jan 9 (IANS) World No.10 Beiwen Zhang made a remarkable comeback to beat Saina Nehwal as the Awadhe Warriors beat the North Eastern Warriors in a Premier Badminton League (PBL) tie at the Kanteerava…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Global protectionism measures and inefficient logistics in the country have resulted in lower exports from India, experts and industry leaders said here on Wednesday. Drawing attention towards India’s share in…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to “be a man” and answer queries raised by him over the Rafale fighter aircraft deal. Respect for women…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Continuing with increasing engagements with Central Asia, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will attend the first-ever India-Central Asia Dialogue to be held in Samarkhand, Uzbekistan, on January 12-13, it was…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) The Rajya Sabha did not take up the Citizenship Amendment Bill on Wednesday on the last day of the winter session and the government is expected to press for its…
Mumbai: Coast Guards participate in the Seventh National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX – 7) – a mega oil spill response drill underway in Arabian Sea off Mumbai coast on Jan 9, 2019. (Photo: IANS)…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Accusing the Left-affiliated trade unions of “manufacturing a protest on non-existent issues”, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday asked if they had any real issues or was the “bandh” (strike)…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Three businessman convicted of power theft in the national capital have been sentenced to imprisonment and cumulatively fined Rs 1.25 crore, Delhi electrcity distribution company (discom) BSES, said on Wednesday….
Jaipur, Jan 9 (IANS) Soon after the loan waiver, more sops are coming for farmers in Rajasthan: Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday said power tariff for them will remain stable for the next five…
New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday hit out at opposition leaders accusing them of “insulting” Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the first woman to occupy the post, and said the opposition…
Gurugram, Jan 9 (IANS) Asian Games champion Vinesh Phogat said that the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) has a big role to play in her winning the gold medal at the Asiad last year. Elaborating the…
Abu Dhabi, Jan 9 (IANS) After a comprehensive 4-1 victory over Thailand in the first group match, defender Pritam Kotal feels that India are well prepared to take on hosts UAE in their next match…