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New Delhi: India has taken a firm diplomatic stand by rejecting the authority of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague over the long running dispute linked to the Indus Waters Treaty. As hearings continue in the Netherlands, the Indian government has declared that the tribunal was illegally constituted and that its recent directions, including requests for operational information on hydroelectric projects, are void and not binding. The latest confrontation arose after the court sought detailed records from the Kishanganga and Ratle power projects in Jammu and Kashmir. India has refused to provide the information, stating that it does…

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday welcomed the newly concluded India and United States trade agreement, stating that it would accelerate economic growth in both nations and give fresh momentum to the Make in India programme. He said the understanding between the two countries would expand opportunities for businesses, promote innovation and create a stronger foundation for strategic cooperation. The agreement provides for the United States to reduce reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from twenty five percent to eighteen percent. The decision followed discussions between the leadership of the two countries and has been described as a…

New Delhi: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the new trade agreement between India and the United States will open vast opportunities for farmers, micro and small enterprises, entrepreneurs and skilled professionals. He described the pact as a significant step toward strengthening the Make in India initiative and connecting Indian producers with global markets. Under the understanding reached between the two countries, the United States has agreed to reduce reciprocal tariffs on Indian goods from twenty five percent to eighteen percent. The decision followed discussions between the leadership of both nations and is expected to ease long…

New Delhi: Air India has launched a detailed inspection of fuel control switches across its Boeing 787 fleet after a malfunction was detected in an aircraft that operated from London Heathrow to Bengaluru on Sunday. The issue was noticed during pre flight procedures when the fuel switch on the left engine failed to remain securely in the run position. As a precaution, the airline immediately grounded the aircraft and initiated a wider safety review. The airline has instructed all Boeing 787 pilots and engineering teams to conduct a reinspection of the fuel control switch latch on every aircraft. The technical…

New Delhi: India and the United States have reached a significant trade agreement after months of negotiations, marking an important turning point in economic relations between the two nations. Following a telephone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, Washington announced an immediate reduction of tariffs on Indian goods from 25 percent to 18 percent. The decision is expected to provide a major boost to Indian exporters and improve market access across several key sectors. The new arrangement is being viewed as one of the most meaningful trade developments in recent years. Although the full framework…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told National Democratic Alliance members that patience and wisdom had ultimately paid off in securing the India-US trade agreement. Addressing the parliamentary party meeting, he described the deal as essential for the country’s economic future and said the government had remained focused despite continuous criticism from rival parties. The Prime Minister explained that the negotiations with Washington were the result of sustained engagement at the highest level and reflected a long term strategic vision. He emphasised that the agreement would open new opportunities for Indian industry, expand market access and strengthen the…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: The Gadre Gaspar Dias Open 2026 concluded with impressive performances as nineteen year old Parth Deorukhakar captured the Open Men’s Singles title and Unnathi V. Muralidhar emerged champion in the Open Women’s Singles category. The finals were played at the historic Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias courts in Panaji, bringing together some of the finest talent from across the region. Parth completed a remarkable campaign by also winning the men’s doubles crown, securing a prestigious double triumph. In the men’s singles final, Parth faced a strong challenge from Praneeth Venugopal but held his composure to win in…