India poised to finalize trade deal with US: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

April 29, 2025 8:40 AM

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India poised to finalize trade deal with US: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reaffirmed that India is likely to be among the first countries to finalise a trade agreement with the United States. Mr Bessent cited India’s relatively open trade environment and limited non-tariff barriers as major reasons for the accelerated progress. The ...

Pakistan: 7 killed, 9 injured in powerful bomb blast at peace committee office

April 29, 2025 8:33 AM

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Pakistan: 7 killed, 9 injured in powerful bomb blast at peace committee office

In Pakistan, at least seven people were killed and nine others injured after a powerful bomb blast struck the office of a peace committee in volatile Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province yesterday. Hospital officials reported that 16 injured individuals were brought in for treatment, with seven succumbing to...

PM Modi attends Civil Investiture Ceremony-I

April 29, 2025 8:29 AM

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PM Modi attends Civil Investiture Ceremony-I

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I, where the Padma Awards were presented. In a social media post, Mr Modi said that outstanding individuals from all walks of life were honoured for their service and achievements.

Telangana CM calls for national debate on Operation Kagar

April 29, 2025 8:25 AM

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Telangana CM calls for national debate on Operation Kagar

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has said there should be a national-level debate on Operation Kagar. He said the government policy on the matter will be announced after the Congress party finalises a decision on Kagar. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, along with government advisors, called on pa...

L&K Assembly unanimously passes resolution denouncing Pahalgam terror attack

April 29, 2025 8:18 AM

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L&K Assembly unanimously passes resolution denouncing Pahalgam terror attack

The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution denouncing the Pahalgam terror attack. In a strongly worded resolution, the assembly expressed shock and anguish over the incident and resolved to fight resolutely to defeat the nefarious designs to disturb communal harmony and hinde...

Power gradually restored in Spain, Portugal after major blackout

April 29, 2025 7:53 AM

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Power gradually restored in Spain, Portugal after major blackout

Power is gradually being restored across Spain and Portugal after a major blackout brought daily life to a halt. The power outage grounded flights, paralysed public transport, and disrupted hospital services. The exact cause of the outage remains uncertain.   In response to the crisis, Spain’s ...