Indian Stocks Open Higher as Falling Crude Oil Prices Boost Sentiment

Mumbai, July 27: Indian benchmark equity indices opened higher on Monday, snapping a five-session losing streak, as a sharp decline in crude oil prices improved investor sentiment and boosted expectations for lower inflation and stronger corporate earnings. The Nifty 50 rose about 0.7% in early trade, while the BSE...

President Murmu Takes Green Initiative to Romania, Plants Tree Under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’

July 25: President Droupadi Murmu planted a tree in Romania as part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative, highlighting the importance of environmental conservation and sustainable development. The President’s participation in the campaign reflected India’s commitment to promoting ecological awareness and encouraging people to protect nature in...

Pancreatic Cancer’s Biggest Breakthrough in Years — and What’s Next

An experimental drug targeting Ras-driven cancers has delivered unprecedented results against pancreatic cancer, offering new hope for patients with one of the deadliest and most treatment-resistant cancers. Researchers have called the findings one of the most significant advances in cancer treatment in the past 15 years. Whitehead Valhalla Fellow...

India Celebrates Jhandu Kumar’s Para Powerlifting Success at CWG 2026

New Delhi, July 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated para powerlifter Jhandu Kumar for his remarkable performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026, praising his determination and calling his bronze medal-winning effort a “spectacular performance”. PM Modi highlighted Jhandu Kumar’s dedication, discipline and perseverance, saying that the achievement reflects the...

Education Key to Transformation, Says President Murmu

July 25: President Droupadi Murmu said education has been the most transformative force in her life, as she received an Honorary Doctorate from the Bucharest University of Economic Studies during her visit to Romania.  Pic Credit: https://x.com/rashtrapatibhvn Accepting the prestigious honour, President Murmu described it as a reflection of...

Suna Besha: Puri’s Grand Golden Celebration of Lord Jagannath’s Divine Majesty

The holy city of Puri is preparing to witness one of the most awe-inspiring and spiritually significant moments of the annual Rath Yatra — the Suna Besha, a centuries-old tradition where Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra are adorned in magnificent gold ornaments on their chariots. Also known...

Major Maritime Boost: Rs 69,725 Crore Package for Shipbuilding Sector

New Delhi, July 25: The government has announced a major support package of Rs 69,725 crore aimed at strengthening India’s shipbuilding industry, enhancing maritime financing and accelerating growth in the country’s blue economy. The initiative is expected to provide a significant boost to domestic shipyards, improve competitiveness and encourage...