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Representative image (AI-generated) The government on Sunday has allocated Rs 5,685.56 crore as grants-in-aid to foreign countries in the Union Budget 2026–27. Bhutan emerged as the largest beneficiary, while no funds have been set aside for the strategically important Chabahar Port project in Iran.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has been allotted a total outlay…
The rupee settled at its all-time closing low of 91.99 against the US dollar on Wednesday, weighed down by persistent foreign fund selling and risk-off sentiment in global markets, even as softer crude prices and a weaker dollar offered limited relief, PTI reported. At the interbank foreign exchange, the domestic unit opened at 91.95 and…
The India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will be credit positive for India, helping attract foreign investment, strengthen manufacturing and improve export competitiveness in labour-intensive sectors, Moody’s Ratings said on Wednesday.India and the EU announced the conclusion of negotiations for the long-pending FTA earlier this week, describing it as the “mother of all deals”. Under…
Late wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili with Ravi Dahiya. NEW DELHI: “Is it for real what you are telling me? I am speechless, too emotional. It’s a proud moment for our whole family.” Shalva Mestvirishvili’s voice was choking over the telephone from Tbilisi, Georgia, when informed of his late father, legendary wrestling coach Vladimir Mestvirishvili being…
PUNE: A first-of-its-kind genetic study of a newer and more stubborn Mpox variant detected in Kerala has linked those cases to international travel and reported signs of continued human-to-human transmission. The study of Mpox Clade Ib, which has been driving outbreaks in parts of Africa and has since showed up in several countries outside the…
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have pulled out more than Rs 22,530 crore ($2.5 billion) from Indian equities so far this month, continuing a trend of heavy selling that began last year. Back in 2025, FPIs recorded an outflow of Rs 1.66 lakh crore ($18.9 billion), driven by currency volatility, global trade tensions, potential US tariffs,…
MUMBAI: Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Friday said the regulator is working towards introducing a series of reforms in the capital markets, including some that would make it easier for foreign investors to invest in India. The Sebi chief also said that the regulator was working on a plan to introduce a closing auction…
Juan Rodriguez has parted ways with Kerala Blasters FC New Delhi: A look at the most recent transfers in the Indian Super League (ISL) and there’s an obvious pattern. Chema Nuñez (NorthEast United), Iker Guarrotxena (FC Goa), Jon Toral (Mumbai City FC), Juan Rodriguez (Kerala Blasters) have all quit and more could be on their…
A Canadian influencer’s viral video highlights India’s unique identity, urging an end to comparing its places to foreign counterparts. He argues such labels diminish India’s originality, from Bengaluru’s ‘Silicon Valley’ tag to regional film industries. The sentiment resonates deeply, sparking conversations about self-pride and valuing India’s inherent brilliance. India is one of those places on…
The Sikkim government has officially ended the issuance of physical permits for foreign nationals travelling to protected and restricted areas of the state, making online clearance mandatory with immediate effect. The decision, communicated by the state’s Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation, follows strict directions from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), as ANI reported….
