Mumbai, June 3 (IANS) The proposed India-US trade agreement is “99 per cent there”, with only a few remaining issues left to be resolved, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Wednesday, expressing optimism that both countries are close to finalising the much-awaited interim trade deal.
New Delhi: The exposition of the sacred relics of the Buddha is far more than a religious ceremony or a cultural event. It is a civilisational act that reconnects humanity with one of the greatest spiritual traditions born on Indian soil. For millions of Buddhists across the world, relics are not archaeological objects preserved in museums. They are living embodiments of Lord Buddha’s presence, teachings and compassion. Their exposition inspires devotion, reflection and a renewed commitment to the values of peace, wisdom and ethical living.
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Bangladesh’s graduate unemployment rate is reported to be three times higher, at 13.5 per cent in 2024, than the overall rate of unemployment. Youth unemployment (age 15-29 years) is about 10 per cent, more than double the overall unemployment rate at under five per cent, according to an article in Dhaka-based The Daily Star.
Dhaka, June 3 (IANS) As attacks on media professionals continue unabated across Bangladesh, a journalist was severely injured during an attack at a shrine in Sirajdikhan upazila of Munshiganj district, local media reported.
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Nepal's ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) chief Rabi Lamichhane and welcomed his interest in collaborating closely with India for a shared and prosperous future for both nations.
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Indian agencies have intensified efforts to dismantle the Dawood Ibrahim empire. Investigations and search operations have indicated that he continues to be regarded as one of the most valuable assets of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), particularly in channelling terror funds against India.
Kuwait City, June 3 (IANS) Several Iranian drones targeted the passenger building (T1) at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, leaving dozens injured and causing damage to the building, the Kuwait Army said.
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is investigating the Pahalgam terror attack, has indicated that it will examine possible links between Pakistan-backed terrorist organisations and the Palestinian militant group Hamas as part of its probe.
Quetta, June 3 (IANS) The Baloch National Movement (BNM) strongly condemned the strict curfew imposed by Pakistani forces in the Mashkai area of Balochistan’s Awaran district, where residents have been confined to their homes for the past two weeks under what it described as a “military siege."
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) India remains engaged with the US on the Section 301 proceedings announced by Washington and is also parallelly engaged with the US for finalisation of a framework agreement on bilateral trade as was announced on February 2 this year and in accordance with the joint statement released on February 7, the Commerce Ministry said on Wednesday.
