Islamic State boasts of blowing up Russian plane
In an alarming incident, a Russian airliner crashed into a mountain area of the Sinai peninsula in Egypt, with an affiliate of the Islamic State claiming responsibility for it. The …
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Quake strikes Afghanistan, kills 30 in Pakistan: Tremors felt in India
A high-intensity earthquake which struck Afghanistan on October 26, killed 30 people in Pakistan. The tremors were also felt in India in the states of Jammu and Kashmir, NCR of …
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Remittances to India set to increase: World Bank
Remittances to India are projected to increase by 2.5 per cent this year, the World Bank has said in its latest report. The report comes amidst continuing slowdown in Europe, …
Read MoreFinally, New Delhi to host National War Memorial
In a fitting tribute to Indian soldiers who have sacrificed their lives for the country post- independence, the Union cabinet has approved construction of a ‘National War Memorial’ in New …
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India set to remain fastest growing economy: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected India to grow at 7.5 percent for the year 2016 against China’s 6.3 percent, making India the fastest growing economy in the world. …
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India, Bhutan leaders push BBIN
NEW YORK: Building bridges with its neighbourhood has been one of the top priorities for India’s foreign policy. On September 25, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Bhutan Prime Minister …
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Six Indian crew members in Yemen dead, 14 still alive
Six of the seven missing Indian crew members in Yemen are dead. They were earlier reported missing after the air strikes launched by the Saudi-led forces on the Iranian backed …
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MEA seeks report on Saudi diplomat ‘rape’ case
In a shocking revelation, a diplomat posted at the Saudi Arabia embassy in India has been booked for rape charges. The diplomat has been accused of abducting and gang-raping two …
Read More7 Indian crew members missing after Yemen air strike
As the crisis continues to worsen in strife-torn Yemen, a crew comprising 20 Indians was attacked during the air strikes launched by the Saudi-led forces on the Iranian backed Houthi …
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Reforms on fast-track: Small oil, gas fields to be sold to pvt companies
At a time when the world seems to be cautious due to fragile global market conditions, India seems to be gung-ho in pursuing market reforms. In a latest move, the …
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