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NEW DELHI: The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), also known as a carbon tax in the form of an import duty, will be implemented starting January 1, 2026. India is set to address the issue of the European Union’s (EU) plan to impose a carbon tax on certain imported goods, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush […]

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas began on 7th October 2023 when Hamas surprised Israeli intelligence and defence agencies by orchestrating the biggest-ever attack on Israel in decades. It resembled the 1973 Yom Kippur War when Israel was attacked similarly, on the Jewish holiday and this time on Sabbath Day. In the aftermath of […]

More than 118 nations have signed a commitment to triple the worldwide installed renewable energy (RE) capacity to a minimum of 11,000 GW by 2030 during the UN Climate Summit. Notably, India refrained from signing the international agreement, despite expressing its endorsement of clean energy at the G20 Summit hosted in New Delhi. Despite assuming […]

The Indian government’s proposal to decriminalise minor and technical offences in various central laws is a welcome step for improving the ease of doing business in the country. The Jan Vishwas Bill 2.0, which is expected to be introduced in the upcoming budget session of Parliament, aims to reduce the compliance burden on businesses and […]

NEW DELHI: Following multiple victories for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on fronts of space exploration, NASA administrator Bill Nelson, on Friday, announced the launch of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) in March 2024. Nelson said, while addressing the media, that the joint-launch is slated to mark a major milestone in the Indo-US […]

KOHIMA: Nagaland is currently painting a vibrant picture on the global cultural canvas with the annual celebration of the Hornbill Festival. This grand event, often referred to as the Festival of Festivals, unfolds each year from December 1 to 10, uniting all ethnic groups in the state. The Hornbill Festival 2023 kicked off with immense […]

US federal prosecutors have filed charges against Nikhil Gupta, an Indian citizen, accusing him of collaborating with an Indian government official to plot the assassination of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Pannun, identified as a Khalistani terrorist with dual American and Canadian citizenship, is the alleged target of the conspiracy intended to take place on US territory. […]

Afghanistan has announced its intention to open an embassy in the capitals, in a move that signals the Taliban’s desire to strengthen ties and cooperation with India. The embassy will be managed by distinguished Afghan diplomats who will foster friendly relations and serve the Afghan community in India. Afghanistan has also expressed its gratitude to […]

NEW DELHI: GNN, a Pakistani news channel, is facing severe backlash following a controversial segment on a recent live TV debate discussing the Israel and Palestine crisis. The viral clip, posted on microblogging site X on November 24, has ignited a storm of criticism for its anti-Hindu remarks made by panellists, including renowned Pakistani defence experts. […]

Pakistan’s recent bid to join the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) grouping raises concerns that go beyond mere expansion. While the BRICS nations have shown openness to widening their membership, Pakistan’s inclusion could prove detrimental for three compelling reasons. Firstly, the economic dynamics within BRICS, a coalition that already challenges the G7 […]