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PM Modi visits UK and Maldives as FIEO eyes trade gains and regional stability
The Federation of Indian Export Organizations announced Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomatic mission to Britain and the Maldives will strengthen Indian trade relationships. FIEO President SC Ralhan emphasized the timing coincides with final Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement discussions. The organization anticipates enhanced bilateral commerce that could reach double current levels by 2030. High-level negotiations may accelerate trade facilitation measures between participating nations. These diplomatic efforts highlight India's expanding influence within global economic frameworks. Modi's British engagement aims to revitalize the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across multiple domains. The potential...
Hiten Tejwani and Smriti Irani reunite for Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 on Star Plus
Television actor Hiten Tejwani expressed enthusiasm about returning to the beloved series that made him famous. The performer will rejoin Smriti Irani for the second season of the popular family drama after a quarter-century absence. Tejwani described the reunion as both surreal and meaningful during his recent interview. He credited producer Ekta Kapoor and Balaji Telefilms for making the project possible. The actor praised the positive atmosphere on set and his excitement about working alongside his wife Gauri Pradhan again. Star Plus will broadcast the highly anticipated sequel on July 29th. Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay return as the beloved characters Tulsi and Mihir Virani. The supporting cast features several familiar faces...
Subhash Ghai teases new musical project with A R Rahman after Taal reunion
Director Subhash Ghai announced a fresh musical partnership with composer A.R. Rahman through social media Wednesday. The veteran filmmaker shared an Instagram photograph alongside Rahman with a caption suggesting creative magic between the artists. Ghai expressed confidence in their collaborative bond and hinted at upcoming projects. The post emphasized their spiritual connection when creating music together. Rahman and Ghai have previously worked on successful films. Their past collaborations produced memorable soundtracks for Taal, Kisna, and Yuvvraaj. Taal remains particularly celebrated for its enduring musical appeal decades after release. The duo appeared together at a Mumbai screening last year commemorating the film's 25th...
Delhi mosque meeting with Akhilesh Yadav sparks uproar, Imam faces removal calls
Religious leader Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi condemned a political gathering at a Delhi mosque on Wednesday. The All-India Muslim Jamaat president called for Imam Maulana Mohibullah Nadvi's dismissal after politicians met inside the Parliament Street mosque. Razvi stated that sacred spaces should remain dedicated to worship rather than political activities. He warned of widespread protests if the Imam fails to apologize for allowing the controversial meeting. The incident violated Islamic principles that separate religious and worldly matters. Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav attended the Tuesday evening gathering alongside several MPs and party officials. Photographs showed the politicians seated with Imam Nadvi in...
ED accuses Myntra and group firms of illegal foreign investment worth Rs 1654 crore
The Enforcement Directorate filed charges Wednesday against Myntra Designs Private Limited and associated entities for Foreign Exchange Management Act breaches. Officials from the Bengaluru office accused the fashion retailer of violating foreign investment regulations worth Rs 1,654.35 crore. Directors face allegations alongside their companies for illegal business practices. Investigators discovered that Myntra received substantial foreign funding by claiming wholesale operations. The agency found evidence of multi-brand retail activities disguised as permitted wholesale trading. Myntra channeled merchandise through Vector E-Commerce Private Limited before reaching consumers. Both firms operate under identical ownership structures...
Gaganyaan uncrewed flight clears phase one, ISRO eyes Indian space station by 2035
Parliament received updates on India's human spaceflight program as officials completed ground testing for the Gaganyaan mission's first uncrewed flight. Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced that phase-1 checks on the Crew Module have finished successfully. The Human Rated Launch Vehicle development reached completion alongside propulsion system testing for both crew and service modules. Engineers established essential infrastructure encompassing the orbital preparation facility, mission control centers, and crew training areas. Recovery operations planning has concluded with finalized assets and operational procedures. The space agency developed five motor types under the Crew Escape System and conducted static testing on each...
Monsoon rains kill 234 in Pakistan, Punjab hit hardest as children bear the brunt
Monsoon floods have killed 234 people and wounded 596 others across Pakistan since seasonal rains began. The National Disaster Management Authority reports that children, women, and elderly citizens suffered the most casualties during the ongoing weather crisis. Floodwaters destroyed 826 residential structures while recent storms claimed twelve more lives within a single day. Punjab province experienced the heaviest losses with 135 fatalities and 470 wounded residents recorded by officials. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa recorded 56 deaths and 71 injuries as heavy rains continued battering the region. Five children perished in separate weather-related accidents throughout the Swat area during recent flooding events. Sindh province reported 24...
ISRO team in Guyana for biodiversity summit, India and CARICOM deepen space ties
Scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation arrived in Guyana Wednesday morning for the Global Biodiversity Alliance Summit. President Mohamed Irfaan Ali will lead the three-day conference focused on international biodiversity conservation efforts. The Indian delegation aims to strengthen space-based application partnerships between both nations. Officials discussed expanding cooperation in environmental sciences, climate management, agriculture, and disaster response systems. The visit demonstrates India's commitment to Caribbean region partnerships. Prime Minister Mark Anthony Phillips met with the scientific team to explore collaboration opportunities. The delegation features experts from the National Remote Sensing...
India holds 7 million tonnes of rare earths in coastal sands, expands global mining ties
Parliament received updates Wednesday about India's rare earth mineral reserves. The country possesses 7.23 million tonnes of Rare Earth Elements Oxide within 13.15 million tonnes of monazite found across coastal regions. These deposits span Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Gujarat and Maharashtra. Hard rock formations in Gujarat and Rajasthan contain another 1.29 million tonnes. The Atomic Minerals Directorate conducts exploration activities throughout these geological areas. The Geological Survey of India expanded resources by 482.6 million tonnes through 34 exploration projects. Export figures show 18 tonnes shipped during the past decade while imports remained zero. The External Affairs Ministry...

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