E20 blending may result in 3-5 pc mileage reduction but offers myriads of benefits: Petroleum Ministry
New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Petroleum Ministry on Friday said that with E20 blending, there may be a 3-5 per cent reduction in fuel economy in some vehicles, but mileage is only one parameter as E20 offers a significantly higher-octane rating, superior…
Salima Tete to lead India’s 20-member squad for Asian Games
New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Hockey India on Friday announced the 20-member Indian Women’s Hockey Team for the upcoming 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, scheduled to be held from September 19 to October 4 in Japan. Salima Tete will continue to…
High alcohol-containing formulations to require licenses, prescription: Govt
New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) The Centre on Friday tightened regulations governing medicinal formulations containing high levels of ethyl alcohol by making them subject to licensing requirements and prescription-only sale, a move aimed at preventing misuse…
Sensex jumps over 700 points, Nifty tops 24,160 as IT stocks lead market rally
Mumbai, July 10 (IANS) Indian benchmark equity indices opened sharply higher on Friday, tracking gains in global markets as a rally in chip stocks boosted investor sentiment, with information technology shares emerging as the biggest gainers. During…
India-New Zealand FTA to unlock significant economic benefits: NZ Minister Simon Watts
Auckland/New Delhi , July 10 (IANS) Calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit a landmark moment in India-New Zealand relations, New Zealand Revenue Minister Simon Watts said on Friday that the signing of the India-New Zealand Free Trade…
India should test resolve of US administration on trade deal, keep conversation warm: SBI report
New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) India’s best strategy to get the best trade deal with the US is to wear down the opening position, not the relationship, keep the conversation warm, avoid public escalation, make limited and reversible offers, and wait for the…
WhatsApp submits response to Centre’s notice on proposed username feature
New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Meta-owned WhatsApp has reportedly submitted its response to the Centre’s notice regarding its proposed ‘username’ feature, and the government is currently examining the reply. The Ministry of Electronics and…
India transformed into a confident, upwardly mobile nation under PM Modi: NZ Trade Minister (IANS Interview)
Auckland, July 10 (IANS) India’s economic development and inclusive growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been quite transformational and extremely impressive, New Zealand Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay said on Friday. In an…
Manasi Parekh celebrates 40th b’day by announcing two new films
Mumbai, July 10 (IANS) As she is celebrating her 40th birthday, actress-producer Manasi Parekh and her husband, singer-producer Parthiv Gohil, announced the completion of two films under their banner Mitrata and Adbhoot. Echoing the excitement, Manasi…
Anupam Kher reveals why playing Ashok Singhal in ‘Shri Ram Bhoomi’ is more than just a role for him
Mumbai, July 10 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher has opened up about playing Ashok Singhal in the upcoming film ‘Shri Ram Bhoomi.’ He called the opportunity a great responsibility. Taking to Instagram, the ‘Special 26’ actor shared glimpses of his…