85 pc Indian consumers trust AI, optimistic about its future: Report
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) As many as 85 per cent of Indian consumers expressed strong trust in artificial intelligence (AI) and enthusiasm for its role in shaping the future, while about 94 per cent said technology has improved their lives, according to…
Delhi govt’s EV push to catalyse investment, boost manufacturing, create green jobs: PHDCCI
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Industry leaders on Tuesday said that the approval of the Delhi Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2026 is a forward-looking policy initiative that can accelerate the transition towards sustainable urban mobility while strengthening…
Govt reappoints Ravi Agrawal as CBDT Chairman for six months
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) The government on Tuesday approved the reappointment of Ravi Agrawal as Chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on a contract basis for a period of six months. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)…
Airlines cut mishandled baggage rate by 23 pc, still lose $6.3 billion a year: Report
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Airlines have sharply reduced mishandled baggage rates in 2025 by 23 per cent due to digital transformation efforts, but the problem still costs the industry $6.3 billion a year, a report said on Tuesday. The report from the air…
CM Omar Abdullah aims to restore Kashmir’s role in cinematic production
Srinagar, June 30 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, said on Tuesday that he wants to restore Kashmir’s role in cinematic production. Omar Abdullah on Tuesday chaired a review meeting to assess preparations for the 1st…
Jharkhand HC questions delay in probe into illegal tree felling during Covid lockdown
Ranchi, June 30 (IANS) The Jharkhand High Court on Tuesday once again expressed strong displeasure over the slow pace of the probe into the alleged large-scale illegal felling of trees across various districts of the state during the Covid-19 lockdown in…
Drones, indigenisation, increasing capex drive multi‑year boom in India’s defence sector
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Drones are set to remain among the fastest‑growing segments within India’s defence ecosystem, with the tactical drone procurement opportunity rising from Rs 30‑35 billion in the previous procurement cycle to nearly Rs 120‑140…
India’s future global role depends on self-reliance and technology, says Rajnath Singh
Vadodara, June 30 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday noted that the rapidly changing geopolitical environment made India’s self-reliance, technological capability and national security increasingly important, describing all three as…
Qatar says US envoys in Doha, no direct talks with Iran planned
Doha, June 30 (IANS) Qatar confirmed on Tuesday that US President Donald Trump’s special envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are in Doha but will not hold direct meetings with the Iranian officials. Qatari Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed…
Indian envoy and New Zealand MP discuss bilateral ties, issues related to diaspora
Wellington, June 30 (IANS) India’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, Muanpuii Saiawi, held a meeting with New Zealand MP Parmjeet Parmar on Tuesday, with discussions focusing on strengthening bilateral ties, community welfare and issues related to…