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Cambridge Teacher Awards 2026: Indian educator wins South Asia regional title- see full list of winners

Soma Mandal (Picture source: Cambridge International) The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment has announced Soma Mandal, an Indian science teacher, as the regional winner for South Asia in the 2026 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards. She has been recognised for her work in encouraging students to actively engage with environmental issues and…

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Pakistan navy responds to distress call, assists stranded Indian vessel in Arabian Sea | India News

NEW DELHI: Pakistan’s navy responded to a distress call from an Indian vessel stranded in the Arabian Sea following a critical technical failure, the Pakistan’s military told Reuters on Tuesday.The ship, identified as MV Gautam, had seven crew members on board, six Indians and one Indonesian, and was en route from Oman to India when…

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7 countries where the Indian Rupee (INR) is strong and how travellers can make the most out of it

What do luxury Indian travellers need? Enough money to buy luxury in a foreign land. Good news is that there are several nations where the value of the Indian Rupee is beyond your imagination. It is because these countries have weaker local currencies, making them ideal for budget-friendly exploration for Indian travellers. You’ll be surprised…

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‘Everyone wins’: Indian firms to invest $20 billion in US across sectors, says Sergio Gor

US ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Wednesday said Indian companies are planning to invest over $20.5 billion in the United States across multiple sectors, highlighting a surge in bilateral economic engagement under President Donald Trump.“Under President Trump’s leadership investment is flowing back into the United States at record levels! Indian companies plan to invest…

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How India-New Zealand FTA creates new global pathways for Indian talent

For India, these measures directly support long-term human capital development. (AI image) By Amarpal S. ChadhaIndia has consistently expanded its global trade partnerships with the objective of strengthening economic growth, generating employment, and enhancing its position in the global economy. Over the past few years, the country has signed nine Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) spanning…

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Indian esports scales up, but still awaits its 1983 Cricket World Cup moment | Esports News

FILE PHOTO: Players competing at EWC 2025 (Photo: S8UL Esports) Esports, by most metrics, has already arrived. It is global, capital-heavy, and increasingly central to the modern sports-entertainment economy. Countries are building arenas, investors are underwriting leagues, and international events are beginning to mirror the scale of traditional sport.In India, however, esports still lags significantly…

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Indian firms go big in America: Pour in $16.4 billion, create over 70,000 jobs across US

Indian companies are strengthening their presence in the United States, pouring billions in investment, job creation and growing participation across key sectors, senior officials said at the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Maryland. At the CII India Reception held at National Harbour on Monday (local time), Brandon Remington, US Deputy Undersecretary (Policy and International Trade Administration)…

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Karan Johar’s Met Gala debut is pure drama and deeply rooted in Indian art

Dressed in a custom look by his longtime friend and collaborator Manish Malhotra, Johar’s ensemble was rooted in storytelling. The outfit, titled Framed in Eternity, took inspiration from the works of legendary Indian painter Raja Ravi Varma – and you could see that influence instantly. He wore a sharp, structured jacket with strong shoulders, layered…

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