Imphal, July 27 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Monday, referring to the ethnic conflict that has persisted for nearly three years, said that lasting peace and harmony are the foundation of development and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to restoring normalcy in the state. After inaugurating several development projects in Andro Assembly constituency, the Chief Minister said that the prolonged unrest has adversely affected inter-community relations, the education…
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Kathmandu, July 24 (IANS) Nepal’s public debt has increased more than fourfold over the past decade as the country borrowed heavily to cope with the impact of two major crises — the 2015 earthquake and the COVID-19 pandemic.According to statistics released by the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO), Nepal’s public debt reached NPR 2.974 trillion at the end of fiscal year 2025-26, which ended in mid-July, up from NPR 697.68 billion at the end of fiscal year 2016-17, representing a 4.26-fold in…
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta provided the long-pending Rs 1 crore assistance each to the families of frontline workers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty during the Covid-19 pandemic, an official said on Thursday. The contribution of frontline workers who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty will always be remembered, and the Delhi government’s commitment to their families will forever remain paramount, she said in a message on social media…
New Delhi, July 20 (IANS) Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) or FCNR-B inflows in India are expected to boost aggregate bank deposit growth up to 15 per cent in FY27, helping narrow the gap between deposits and credit, although credit expansion is likely to remain robust, according to a report released on Monday.According to a report from SBI Research, around $13-14 billion has already been mobilised through the FCNR-B deposit window, which is expected to strengthen banks’ deposit base during …
Washington, July 17 (IANS) The White House has hailed the latest inflation figures as evidence that President Donald Trump’s economic policies are delivering results, pointing to falling consumer prices, rising real wages and lower prices at major retailers as signs that the administration’s agenda is benefiting American families. Opening the daily White House briefing on Thursday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report had exceeded expectations.”Tuesd…
Bhubaneswar, July 9 (IANS) The opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday raised serious concerns over the alleged non-payment of financial assistance to more than 50,000 children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic since March this year. In a press statement, the regional party condemned the state government over the alleged non-payment of financial assistance to children orphaned due to the COVID-19 pandemic.The party alleged that the state government is not only failing to provide pension…
Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) Actor Adivi Sesh has shared insights into why his upcoming film “G2” holds a special place in his career. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, he said that returning to shoot ‘G2’ in July is exciting, as the film has now reached an important stage in its making. He explained that each shooting schedule so far has carefully contributed to shaping the story, and the team is now closer to fully realizing their creative vision.Adivi shared, “Coming back to G2 in July …
New Delhi, June 26 (IANS) India’s rise on the global stage has been driven not only by its economic growth and geopolitical weight, but also because, over the years, it has established its credibility as a country that respects international law, honours bilateral agreements, and contributes constructively to global governance, according to an article.This has been demonstrated through India’s participation in United Nations peacekeeping operations, following rules laid down by multilateral in…
Kochi, June 24 (IANS) Arguing that India’s small businesses need protection from increasingly volatile global economic shocks, the Institute of Small Enterprises and Development (ISED) has proposed a new policy framework that seeks to move MSME support beyond subsidies and promotional schemes towards a comprehensive de-risking strategy. The proposal forms the centrepiece of the India MSME Report 2026, released here on Wednesday by Mercy Epao, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of MSME.At the heart …
New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed NDA leaders at a conclave marking the completion of 12 years of his government, delivering a speech that blended reflection on past achievements with a call to action for the future.Addressing Chief Ministers, alliance partners and senior leaders, PM Modi emphasised the need to safeguard the gains made by millions who have risen from poverty to join the neo-middle class, urging continuous efforts to prevent any reversa…