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India boosts defence production by 90% in just 5 years, military manufacturing at all‑time high

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced that India's annual defence production has soared to an all-time high of Rs 1.51 lakh crore in FY 2024-25, marking an 18% jump from the previous financial year

Operation Akhal: On Day 9, 2 Indian Army soldiers killed in encounter; 1 terrorist neutralised

Two soldiers have been killed, while four others were injured in the encounter, which began on August 1 after security forces launched a search operation in a forest area at Akhal

‘India won’t bow down to anybody’: Piyush Goyal’s strong message to Trump amid US tariff war

Speaking at a media summit, India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal expressed confidence in the country’s economy and said that it ‘finds opportunities in crisis’. The remarks come at a time when US President Donald Trump has launched a tariff offensive against India, slapping a 50 per cent levy

Sensex sheds 800 points to slip under 80,000, Nifty at 3-month low: Trump tariff impact?

The 30-share BSE Sensex tanked 765.47 points or 0.95 per cent to settle at 79,857.79. During the day, it tumbled 847.42 points or 1.05 per cent to 79,775.84. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 232.85 points or 0.95 per cent to 24,363.30.

How a parking lot dispute led to the murder of Huma Qureshi's cousin

Asif Qureshi, Bollywood actor Huma Qureshi's cousin, was killed outside his home in Delhi's Nizamuddin area, after an argument broke out over a parking space with his neighbour. Two men then stabbed Qureshi to death with a sharp weapon

Amid tariff dispute, Trump rules out further trade talks: A timeline of souring India-US ties

After imposing a total of 50 per cent tariffs on India, Trump has now ruled out a possibility of holding negotiations on a potential trade deal. This marks a new low in India-US ties

Supreme Court to take up petition seeking J&K's statehood today

The Supreme Court will take up a petition today that has sought directions to the government to restore Jammu and Kashmir's statehood within a specified timeframe.

India considers support package, incentives for exporters hit by Trump's tariffs

India is considering floating a support package among other incentives for exporters affected by US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs. Several Indian sectors like marine, textile, and edibles are set to be immediately affected by tariffs.

What actually caused Dharali flash flood: An avalanche of 360 million cubic metres of glacial debris

A preliminary geological assessment conducted after the devastating flash floods in Dharali village revealed that a far more complex and massive collapse of glacial sedimentary deposits caused the floods in the region.

Supreme Court rejects Justice Yashwant Varma's plea against in-house report in cash recovery case

In the case of recovery of bundles of cash at his residence, the Supreme Court has dismissed the petition filed by Justice Yashwant Varma against the in-house investigation set up by then-Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna. The in-house probe had concluded that cash was indeed found and recommended Varma's removal.

From Crimea grab to Ukraine war: Nato's double standards on Russian oil sharpen as India stands firm

In trying to impress Trump, Rutte may reduce Nato to little more than a loudspeaker for Washington’s selective outrage

2 CRPF soldiers dead, 12 injured in road accident in J&K's Udhampur

Two soldiers of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have died and 12 are injured in a road accident in the Kadva Basantgarh area of Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district.

‘India will never compromise’: Amid Trump’s tariff war, PM Modi says ready to ‘pay a heavy price’

As the US continues to raise tariffs on India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made it clear that India would never compromise on national interest, especially the interests of the country's farmers

Uttarkashi cloudburst: Rescue efforts intensified amid ongoing challenges; 5 dead and many still missing

Army's combat engineers have been working to clear debris and restore access in the area. A military helipad at Harsil remained functional. The state government said rescue and relief operations will continue until all missing persons are accounted for and connectivity is re-established.

'Will protect national interests': India slams Trump for imposition of additional 25% tariffs over Russian oil imports

"We have already made clear our position on these issues, including the fact that our imports are based on market factors and done with the overall objective of ensuring the energy security of 1.4 billion people of India," India's Foreign Ministry said

Trump escalates trade tension with India, doubles tariff over Russian oil row: Full text of the order he signed

Here is the full text of the Executive Order imposing an additional ad valorem rate of duty of 25 per cent on Indian goods exported to the United States.

AgustaWestland chopper case: Key accused Michel says 'corruption happened in Italy, not India'

Christian Michel James, the alleged middleman in the AugustaWestland VVIP helicopter deal case, has said that the corruption related to the deal took place in Italy and not in India

'We're procuring more BrahMos, can't stay out if Taiwan war breaks out...': Watch Philippine President Marcos interview

Bongbong Marcos, the president of The Philippines, in an exclusive interview with Firstpost, mentioned that the Southeast Asian nation is procuring more BrahMos missiles from India

Vantara offers special rehab centre for elephant Madhuri in Kolhapur, Fadnavis hails move

The specialised facility, to be developed in collaboration with the Jain Math and the Maharashtra government, will adhere to international best practices in elephant care

Dharali landslide: Why India needs flood insurance now more than ever

In a nation where floods are frequent and insurance rare, the cost of unpreparedness is too high to ignore

How Trump tariffs are hurting the rupee: Clue lies in $9 bn drop in India’s forex reserve

Reserve Bank of India's efforts to prop up the currency come as India braces for new economic pressures, including a looming 25 per cent tariff on its exports to the United States

Solar-powered, open floor work halls and more… Inside Kartavya Bhavan, India’s new seat of power

PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate Kartavya Bhavan, the first of 10 planned Central Secretariat buildings at Kartavya Path. The building is part of a larger plan that aims to bring all the central government ministries into one place, which are scattered across old, colonial-era buildings in Lutyens’ Delhi

Beyond Dharali landslide: When nature becomes Indian Army’s deadliest enemy

While the Indian Army stands guard against enemies at the border, it is the fury of nature that often claims a high toll

RBI guv counters Trump’s ‘dead economy’ taunt: India holds bright prospects in changing world order

Days after Trump called India and Russia’s economies “dead,” RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra pushed back, saying India’s economy has “bright prospects” in the changing global order. His remarks came as the RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.5 per cent, despite pressure on the rupee following Trump’s fresh tariff threats.

Repo rate to remain unchanged at 5.5%, says RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.5%, according to RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

MoD nod for Rs 67,000 cr arm deals: Heavy-duty drones, BrahMos cruise missiles IAF used in Op Sindoor

From BrahMos fire control systems for Navy to SAKSHAM/SPYDER weapon system for the Indian Air Force and Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drones for all services, several procurements have been green lit post Operation Sindoor

Uttarakhand: 4 killed, dozens feared missing as Uttarkashi cloudburst washes away 20-30 hotels, bridge — latest updates

A cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi triggered a deluge in Dharali, killing at least four people and washing away around 40-50 buildings and a bridge. Dozens of people are feared missing as several people were seen getting washed away in videos captured from higher grounds. Follow latest updates here.

India-Philippines elevate relations with focus on Indo-Pacific security, maritime ties

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