Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a bilateral meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Russia on Tuesday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has said. The meet will underscore the upturn in the India-China relation following a consensus on patrolling arrangement along the Line of Actual Control that had…
Andhra Pradesh will host a national drone summit as Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has plans to develop a ‘Drone City’ in the state. At least 5,000 drones will be showcased in Amaravati at the national drone summit. Mr Naidu has proposed allocating 300 acres of land at Oravakkal in Kurnool district to develop a ‘Drone…
The United States is set to announce “strong new sanctions” as early as next week, with targets including parties in countries that support Russia’s military, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Tuesday. “We will unveil strong new sanctions targeting those facilitating the Kremlin’s war machine, including intermediaries in third countries that are supplying Russia with critical…
Ties between India and Russia have been time-tested and has had a strong foundation since Independence in 1947, but another factor that bonds the two nations together is the friendship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders met today in Russia’s Kazan where they will attend the 16th BRICS…
A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the “NDTV World Summit 2024 – The India Century“, day 2 of NDTV’s flagship event witnessed discussions around global issues including conflict, diplomacy, climate change, art and finance. From India’s G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant to British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron, and Former Permanent Representative of…
Hundreds of blade-resistant umbrellas will soon be deployed on Japanese trains to boost passenger safety following a series of knife attacks. A Japanese company is set to introduce around 1,200 stab-proof, lightweight umbrellas on 600 trains in the Kansai region. These umbrellas are about 20cm longer than standard ones, featuring reinforced canopies and thicker handles for…
The Prime Minister of India serves as the nation’s chief executive, commanding the Council of Ministers and supervising the Union Government. Although the President is the head of state in a ceremonial capacity, the Prime Minister exercises executive authority. India has seen 15 prime ministers since it gained Independence in 1947. Let’s take a look…
Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in your blood that is necessary for building cells and producing hormones. However, too much cholesterol can lead to health problems. It is carried in the blood by lipoproteins, and there are two main types: low-density lipoprotein (LDL), often referred to as “bad” cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), known…
Longevity refers to a long life or the length of an individual’s lifespan. It is influenced by a combination of factors, including genetics, lifestyle choices, and environmental influences. Diet plays a crucial role in promoting longevity as the right food choices can help prevent chronic diseases, reduce inflammation, and maintain overall health. By focusing on…
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has moved the Supreme Court challenging the Karnataka government’s decision to withdraw its consent to the probe agency for investigating a disproportionate assets (DA) case against Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. The current Karnataka cabinet headed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on November 23, 2023, held the previous BJP government’s…