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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound gratitude to US President Donald Trump for slashing tariffs on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent. In a heartfelt post on X, Modi thanked Trump "on behalf of the 1.4 billion people of India," hailing the move as a boon for "Made in India" products.The announcement came swiftly after Trump revealed the tariff cut on his Truth Social
India’s quest for a cutting-edge fighter aircraft fleet has arrived at a pivotal juncture, as Russia has confirmed that negotiations over the Su-57 stealth fighter have advanced into a crucial technical phase. At the Wings India 2026 air show in Hyderabad, Vadim Badekha, Chief Executive of Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC), disclosed to TASS that talks with New Delhi have progressed
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is scheduled to engage in crucial discussions with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Department of State in Washington DC on Tuesday.The meeting, set for 3:30 pm local time, forms part of Jaishankar’s three-day visit to the United States.This visit coincides with his participation in the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial on 4 February, hosted by
India’s ambitious quest for self-reliance in aero-engine technology has encountered significant hurdles, as highlighted by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief Samir V. Kamat.The Kaveri engine, India’s first indigenous jet engine program, was officially delinked from the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TEJAS program in 2008 due to persistent performance shortfalls.DRDO chief
Congress MP Abhishek Manu Singhvi has sharply questioned the Indian government after US President Donald Trump announced a new trade deal between India and the United States.In a post on X, Singhvi asked, "When did India outsource its trade announcements?" He highlighted that the deal, which reduces tariffs on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, was revealed by Washington rather than
US President Donald Trump has announced a significant trade agreement with India, marking a pivotal moment in bilateral economic ties. Speaking from the White House, Trump described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "one of my greatest friends" and a "powerful and respected leader."This deal reduces the US reciprocal tariff on Indian goods from 25 per cent to 18 per cent, with India committing to
Official prayer timings for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, have been released by AWQAF across the UAE, with Fajr prayers commencing at 5:41 AM in Abu Dhabi and 5:37 AM in Dubai. The article also highlights post-prayer practices like Dhikr and Ayat al-Kursi…
India has omitted any funding for the Chabahar port project in its 2026 Union Budget, a move coinciding with heightened US-Iran tensions and looming uncertainties over American sanctions. For years, New Delhi allocated ₹100 crore annually to this strategic initiative in Iran’s Sistan-Balochistan province, but the latest fiscal plan signals a pause.Chabahar, Iran’s inaugural deep water port at the
As India accelerates its drive for energy security, reduced carbon emissions, and reliable round-the-clock electricity, nuclear power is emerging as a cornerstone of the nation’s long-term energy strategy.Unlike intermittent sources such as solar and wind, nuclear energy delivers consistent baseload power, proving essential amid surging industrial demand and the pressing need for grid
The Union Budget 2026-27, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks a significant escalation in funding for the Ministry of Home Affairs, allotting over ₹2.55 lakh crore—a robust 9.44 per cent increase from the ₹2.33 lakh crore budgeted in 2025-26. This enhanced provision underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to national security amid evolving internal and border