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The new phase of cordial diplomatic relations between Bhutan and China call for the establishment of fresh redlines between India and its Himalayan neighbour

India's emerging challenge in Bhutan

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Prachanda's visit highlights the two countries willingness to move beyond contentious issues and focus on mutually beneficial aspects

India-Nepal relations soar high

The crises in Sri Lanka and Pakistan raise questions about the relevance and costs of reliance on the alternative financial system provided by China's Belt and Road Initiative

South Asia gets back to reality

Sri Lanka's IMF rescue plan has geopolitical repercussions. The Island nation has entered a difficult terrain with China's expansionist interests and India and Japan's security concerns

Bailouts and balances: Tough choices ahead for Sri Lanka

New Delhi [India], December 21: If Goa is on your travel list this December, make your plans now and book your tickets for Big Bash at Big Daddy, where you'll spend time with the stars and revel in a celebration like any other.

King, Tamannaah And More: The Ultimate Big Bash in Goa!

New Delhi [India], December 21: Odisha-origin entrepreneur Arun Kar, now a British innovator, has achieved global recognition for his company Xpertnest. Known for sustainability and technology solutions, Xpertnest recently raised $1 million in a pre-Series A funding round and injected the first tranche into BharatEarns, India's pioneering embedded finance platform. Arun Kar's focus on creating impactful solutions has made BharatEarns a prime beneficiary of this investment.

Xpertnest\'s $1 Million Investment Fuels BharatEarns\' Growth in India\'s Financial Ecosystem

New Delhi [India], December 21: In a move designed to support healthcare practices in maintaining their autonomy and ensuring financial sustainability, IKS Health, a provider of care enablement platforms, announced a new partnership with Western Washington Medical Group, a prominent multi-specialty healthcare organization in Washington State. This collaboration aims to streamline revenue cycle related processes, enabling the medical group to focus more on patient care while reducing administrative burdens and improving operational efficiency.

Western Washington Medical Group Partners with Inventurus Knowledge Solutions Limited to Enhance Revenue Cycle Operations and Patient Access

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], December 21: India is witnessing a boom in start-ups, with many focusing on creating eco-friendly products that prioritise environmental conservation. Among these is Raipur-based start-up Gift Kya De (GKD), a rare manufacturing company that has carved a niche for itself nationwide through its innovative approach and dedicated efforts. By producing Make-in-India products, GKD is playing a crucial role in promoting local manufacturing and self-reliance.


Eco-Friendly Gifting Revolution: \'Gift Kya De\' Among 54 Start-ups Selected for Amazon Propel Season 4 from 900+ D2C Brands Across India

President Joe Biden on Saturday signed legislation that averts a government shutdown heading into Christmas, bringing a final close to days of upheaval in Washington after Congress passed a bipartisan budget plan just past the deadline and rejected Donald Trump's core demand in the negotiations.
The deal funds the government at current levels through March 14 and provides USD 100 billion in disaster aid and USD 10 billion in agricultural assistance to farmers.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., had insisted lawmakers would meet our obligations and not allow federal operations to close. But the outcome at the end of a tumultuous week was uncertain after Trump had insisted the deal include an increase in the government's borrowing limit. If not, he had said, then let the closures start now.
Johnson's revised plan was approved 366-34, and it was passed by the Senate by a 85-11 vote after midnight. By then, the White House said it had ceased shutdown preparations.
There will be no ...

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Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary said another meeting of the GoM is scheduled for January before the proposal is reintroduced to the GST Council

GST Council addresses disaster levy, clarifies tax exemptions, and revises ITC norms, while deferring insurance premium GST cut and key rate rationalisation decisions

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Amid controversy over Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar, Kejriwal launches Dr Ambedkar Samman Scholarship, pledging support for Dalit students pursuing studies abroad

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PM Modi will embark on a historic Kuwait visit, marking the first by an Indian PM in 43 years, aiming to boost ties in trade, energy, investment, and cultural exchanges

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With 537 wickets from 106 Tests, Ashwin is India's second-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket, behind Anil Kumble

Ravichandran Ashwin, 38, announced retirement from international cricket with immediate effect on Wednesday | Photo: reuters

A high-powered committee led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi met here on Wednesday to select the next chairperson of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), sources said.
They also said Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and party leader Rahul Gandhi attended the meeting as leaders of the opposition (LoPs) in Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha respectively.
The sources said the two LoPs are likely to submit a dissent note on the selection process, as the names were not shared with them in advance.
The post of NHRC chairperson has been lying vacant since Justice (retd) Arun Kumar Mishra completed his tenure on June 1.
A former judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Mishra served as the eighth chairperson of the rights panel and was appointed to its top post in June 2021.
According to the law governing NHRC, while the committee which selects the NHRC chief is headed by the prime minister, it has the Lok Sabha Speaker, home minister, leader of opposition in Lok Sabha, leader of opposition in

World Human Rights Day 2024

During the event, Rs 25.389 crore in incentives were distributed to 1,786 players, and sports kits were provided to support and motivate athletes

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With tech CEOs and other elites bowing to Mr Trump, the air is going out of the old liberal order

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The concluding part of the two-part influencer economy series delves into How marketers can use influencers for a brand and what the challenges are

The influencer economy: Macro, micro, and nano world of influencers

Dhaka has been behind on payments to Adani Power since supply started in July 2023

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Mumbai ferry accident: An FIR was filed at the Colaba police station in south Mumbai under relevant sections of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against the Navy speedboat driver

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the loss of lives in a boat accident off the Mumbai coast and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased.
Thirteen persons died and 99 others were rescued after a Navy craft crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday, the Navy said.
At about 4 pm, a Navy craft undergoing engine trials lost control and collided with passenger ferry Neel Kamal off Karanja near Mumbai, the Navy said in a statement. The ferry was carrying passengers from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, a popular tourist destination.
"The boat mishap in Mumbai is saddening. Condolences to the bereaved families. I pray that the injured recover soon. Those affected are being assisted by the authorities," Modi was quoted as saying by his office in a post on X.
"The Prime Minister has announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh from PMNRF for the next of kin of each deceased in the boat mishap in Mumbai. The injured would be given

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Shares of SpiceJet rallied up to 7.85 per cent at SpiceJet per share on the BSE in Thursday's intraday deals

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The Trump administration has earmarked clearly three areas on the basis of which it will determine trade negotiations. One clearly is to look at ways to reducing its trade deficit with some countries