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The National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), Brazil, and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), India, have entered into a cooperation arrangement granting access to the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) — a first-of-its-kind prior-art database documenting India’s traditional knowledge systems.
Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini arrived at Safaga, Egypt on Feb 21 as part of her ongoing Lokayan-26 deployment. Covering a distance of 1,832 nautical miles in 16 days, the passage from Salalah to Safaga marks a significant milestone, highlighting the resilience, confidence, and endurance of the ship’s crew.
New Delhi/IBNS: India has asked its citizens to leave Iran “in view of the evolving situation” amid simmering tensions in the Middle East and the possibility of US strikes.
Kolkata/IBNS: Former Railway Minister and veteran West Bengal politician Mukul Roy died of cardiac arrest on Sunday night after a prolonged illness. He was 71.
The Indian Embassy in Mexico has issued a safety advisory urging its citizens to seek shelter amid ongoing violence following the death of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as “El Mencho.”
An Indian Army dog named Tyson displayed exceptional bravery during an anti-terror operation in the Chhatroo area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, helping security forces eliminate three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists hiding in the region.
At least three terrorists were killed during a gunfight with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Sunday, White Knight Corps said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Meerut Metro at the Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, marking the launch of what is being described as India’s fastest metro system.
India and Brazil on Saturday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the postal sector, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral collaboration in postal services, digital transformation and inclusive service delivery.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate India’s fastest metro system in Meerut on Sunday and dedicate the entire 82-km Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor to the nation, marking a significant boost to urban and regional mobility in the National Capital Region (NCR).
Eight people suspected of hatching a major terror conspiracy in India with alleged backing from Pakistan’s intelligence agency and Bangladesh-based extremist groups have been arrested in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, NDTV reported.
Akhilesh Yadav, chief of the Samajwadi Party and an ally of the Indian National Congress within the INDIA bloc, on Saturday criticised the Indian Youth Congress for staging a “shirtless” protest during the AI Impact Summit, saying the act brought “shame” to the country in front of foreign delegates.
The Indian government on Saturday said it has taken note of the US Supreme Court’s ruling on tariffs and is closely studying the developments.
Kolkata/IBNS: Former CPI-M youth leader Pratik Ur Rahaman on Saturday joined the Trinamool Congress (TMC), ending all speculation over his political future.
Kolkata/IBNS: The arrest of a West Bengal-based social activist over a sarcastic social media post has reignited concerns about state overreach and the growing use of stringent criminal provisions to police online speech.
In order to develop a fully digital National Highway tolling ecosystem, NHAI is contemplating completely discontinuing cash transactions at the National Highway fee plazas across the country from April 1.
India’s Ministry of Steel has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy to strengthen cooperation in mining and minerals critical to the steel sector.
New Delhi/IBNS: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Saturday launched a fresh attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the India-US trade deal, hours after the US Supreme Court struck down former US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs.
New Delhi/IBNS: Delhi has been placed on alert after intelligence inputs warned of a possible terror threat near the Red Fort, media reports said.
Several members of the Indian Youth Congress were detained by Delhi Police on Friday after staging a brief protest inside the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, prompting heightened security at the high-profile international event, media reports said.
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India on Friday issued what it described as an “extraordinary order”, directing the Calcutta High Court to appoint judicial officers to assist West Bengal in completing the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
At least two Indian nationals were assaulted by a group of men in an alleged racial attack in Israel's Ashkelon.
India stands at an inflection point.
New Delhi/IBNS: Chaos erupted at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 after several leaders of the Indian Youth Congress staged a dramatic protest against the framework of the India-US trade agreement, media reports said.
India on Friday formally joined the Pax Silica coalition, marking a significant milestone in the strengthening of strategic technology and supply chain cooperation between India and the United States.
Kolkata/IBNS: Resigned CPI-M leader Pratik Ur Rahaman has heaped praise on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her fight against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in the Supreme Court, amplifying speculation about his possible move to the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC).
India participated as an observer in U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace meeting on Gaza held in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, according to media reports.
A 26-year-old biologist from Kerala has approached the Kerala High Court, challenging the upcoming film The Kerala Story 2, alleging that it unfairly targets the state and its people through its content and title.
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court of India has issued a sharp warning to state governments over what it described as “irresponsible” freebies, questioning the fiscal wisdom and timing of welfare announcements made close to elections.
A 65-year-old former employee of the Indian Space Research Organisation was arrested on Wednesday for allegedly killing his wife at their residence in south Bengaluru, media reports said.
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