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New Delhi: In the wake of US President Donald Trump’s contentious comments on USAID funding to India, a heated political row has erupted between the BJP and the Congress. On Thursday, Trump raised eyebrows by questioning the allocation of $21 million for “voter turnout” in India, suggesting it might be an attempt to influence the electoral outcome. Trump’s remarks, made during the Republican Governors Association meeting, sparked immediate backlash from the Congress, which labeled his claims as “nonsensical.” Congress General Secretary and Communication-in-charge Jairam Ramesh called for the Indian government to release a White Paper detailing USAID’s support to both…

New Delhi:In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, India and the United States have committed to more than doubling their bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030. This ambitious target was set during the recent visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Washington, D.C., where he met with U.S. President Donald Trump. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders launched “Mission-500,” a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing trade and investment between the two nations. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized that once his U.S. counterpart is confirmed, detailed discussions on the contours of the trade pact will commence.…

Lucknow: On Thursday, February 20, 2025, in the Uttar Pradesh state assembly, Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna presented a comprehensive budget of Rs 8,08,736 crore for the financial year 2025-26. This budget marks a significant 9.8% increase from the previous year’s allocation of Rs 7,36,437 crore. The budget is heavily focused on research and development, as well as Information Technology, reflecting the state’s commitment to technological advancement and economic growth. Khanna highlighted that 22% of the budget is dedicated to development, 13% to education, 11% to agriculture and related services, and 6% to health. In his address, Khanna praised Chief…

New Delhi: In a significant milestone for India’s burgeoning aviation industry, Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu highlighted the urgent need for a substantial increase in the number of pilots to meet the country’s escalating air travel demands. Speaking at the UDAAN Bhawan in New Delhi on Thursday, Minister Naidu emphasized that India, one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets, will necessitate at least 20,000 new pilots in the near future. The minister’s remarks came during the launch of the Electronic Personnel License (EPL) for pilots, a technological advancement that aligns with India’s Digital India mission. This initiative, implemented by…

New Delhi: Social media channels and OTT websites were warned Thursday to follow the Code of Ethics prescribed in the IT Rules (2021) and ensure critical self-regulation, as well as implement “access control for ‘A’ rated content” to avoid children consuming inappropriate content. The notification from the Information and Broadcasting Ministry comes amid a row over ‘obscene’ remarks made by podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia during an episode of stand-up comedy show ‘India’s Got Latent’. The episode in question was on YouTube till the government ordered its removal. The notification stated it had received complaints about the “spread of obscene, pornographic, and…

New Delhi: In the latest development in the ongoing Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in Maharashtra, two more suspected cases have resulted in fatalities, bringing the total death count to 11. This surge in deaths has been reported despite a decline in new cases, highlighting the ongoing challenges in managing the disease. As of the latest updates, 183 patients have been confirmed to have GBS, with an additional 28 suspected cases. The distribution of these cases includes 42 from the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC), 94 from newly added villages in the PMC area, 32 from Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), 33…

Prayagraj: In the midst of the grand Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, held in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, several high-profile political leaders participated in the sacred ritual of taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. This event, occurring every 12 years, has drawn millions of devotees to the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, accompanied by her family, described her experience as a “profound moment” within the Sanatan tradition. Her participation underscored the significance of this spiritual gathering, which is a cornerstone of India’s cultural and religious heritage. BJP MP…