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India, US moving decisively towards finalising bilateral trade deal: Sergio Gor

IANS | June 23, 2026 11:53 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) India and the United States are moving decisively towards finalising a bilateral trade agreement that could unlock new economic opportunities and deepen bilateral economic ties, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Tuesday as US Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer arrived here for key trade talks with Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal.

Jodhpur C-section complications: Use of 25 medicines suspended, AIIMS to probe

IANS | June 23, 2026 11:32 AM

Jaipur, June 23 (IANS) Health authorities have suspended the use of 25 medicines and injections, including IV drips administered during Caesarean deliveries at Paota District Hospital in Jodhpur, after eight women developed serious complications following childbirth.

Telegram restored on Play Store in India after week-long block (Lead)

IANS | June 23, 2026 11:06 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) The messaging platform Telegram on Tuesday returned to the Google Play Store after the government temporarily blocked access to the messaging platform across India as a precautionary measure because of the NEET UG 2026 re-examination.

Army Chief Gen Dwivedi, Indian envoy to China Doraiswami discuss strengthening ties with Beijing

IANS | June 23, 2026 10:51 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) India's Ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, on Tuesday called on Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi and exchanged views on the changing regional and global strategic environment.

India's growth story to be powered by agriculture, technology: Experts at Summer Davos

IANS | June 23, 2026 10:24 AM

Dalian (China), June 23 (IANS) India remains one of the world's most important and fastest-growing economies and is expected to continue its strong growth trajectory in the years ahead, experts said on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting of the New Champions -- called Summer Davos -- being held here.

IMD issues thunderstorm, high speed winds alert for Delhi-NCR till June 25; air quality remains poor

IANS | June 23, 2026 9:56 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday issued a weather alert for Delhi-NCR, forecasting thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds at isolated places until June 25, even as the national Capital continued to grapple with poor air quality.

Telegram likely to be restored in India, message-editing feature to remain disabled till June 30

IANS | June 23, 2026 9:53 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) The temporary ban on Telegram is likely to be lifted soon after the government blocked its services nationwide till June 22 keeping the NEET UG re-examination in concern.

Lucknow fire tragedy: Officials identify 15 victims; families informed

IANS | June 23, 2026 8:56 AM

Lucknow, June 23 (IANS) Fifteen out of 18 people who lost their lives in the Lucknow fire incident have been identified, authorities said on Tuesday.

PM Modi pays homage to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his death anniversary

IANS | June 23, 2026 8:41 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his death anniversary, describing him as a distinguished patriot, scholar, and statesman who dedicated his life to India's development.

FIR registered in Lucknow fire tragedy that killed 18 people; building owners arrested

IANS | June 23, 2026 8:19 AM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) An FIR has been registered against the owners of a commercial building and others in connection with the devastating fire in Lucknow's Aliganj area on Monday evening. At least 18 people were killed and several others were injured in the blaze. Most of the victims were reportedly between 20 and 24 years of age.

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India, US moving decisively towards finalising bilateral trade deal: Sergio Gor

Jodhpur C-section complications: Use of 25 medicines suspended, AIIMS to probe

Telegram restored on Play Store in India after week-long block (Lead)

Army Chief Gen Dwivedi, Indian envoy to China Doraiswami discuss strengthening ties with Beijing

India's growth story to be powered by agriculture, technology: Experts at Summer Davos

IMD issues thunderstorm, high speed winds alert for Delhi-NCR till June 25; air quality remains poor

Telegram likely to be restored in India, message-editing feature to remain disabled till June 30

Lucknow fire tragedy: Officials identify 15 victims; families informed

PM Modi pays homage to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his death anniversary

FIR registered in Lucknow fire tragedy that killed 18 people; building owners arrested

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