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February 21, 2025 7:38 PM February 21, 2025 7:38 PM

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FM Nirmala Sitharaman Flags Off WAP7 Locomotive at Banaras Locomotive Works

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman flagged off the WAP7 electric locomotive, a high-powered engine manufactured by Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) in Varanasi today. The Finance Minister also inaugurated the Observer Rest House and Amrit Kanan Community Park at the Banaras Rail Engine Factory....

February 21, 2025 7:07 PM February 21, 2025 7:07 PM

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Japan is Key Ally in India’s Growth, 5th Largest Investor, Says Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal today said that Japan has been a key ally in India's economic growth and is the 5th largest source of foreign investment. Addressing the India-Japan Economy and Investment Forum in New Delhi, Mr. Goyal said that foreign direct investment from Japan h...

February 21, 2025 6:16 PM February 21, 2025 6:16 PM

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India Assumes Chairmanship of BOBP-IGO, Pledges Strong Regional Cooperation

India today assumed the chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) from Bangladesh at the 13th Governing Council Meeting in Malé, Maldives. The Indian delegation, led by Secretary of the Department of Fisheries, Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, assumed the chair during the even...

February 21, 2025 6:01 PM February 21, 2025 6:01 PM

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India-UK Strengthen Collaboration in Telecom, AI & Emerging Technologies

India has expanded its collaboration with the United Kingdom in key areas of telecom, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies. Telecom Secretary Dr. Neeraj Mittal visited the United Kingdom and met National Scientific Adviser Chris Johnson.   The Communication Ministry said this visit und...

February 21, 2025 4:08 PM February 21, 2025 4:08 PM

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India Showcases Defence Innovation & Strengthens Global Ties at IDEX and NAVDEX 2025

India’s participation in IDEX and NAVDEX 2025 concludes today, reaffirming the country’s commitment to global security cooperation, indigenous defence innovation, and strategic partnerships in the international defence landscape.   The India Pavilion displayed cutting-edge defence technologies, incl...

February 21, 2025 3:53 PM February 21, 2025 3:53 PM

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SC Collegium Approves Permanent Appointments for Bombay, Madras HC Judges

The Supreme Court collegium headed by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna has approved the proposal for appointing three additional judges as permanent judges in the Bombay High Court. In a meeting held yesterday, the collegium approved the names of Justices Shailesh Pramod Brahme, Firdosh Phiroze Pooniwall...