Nairobi, June 13 (IANS) The Indian High Commissioner to Kenya on Saturday highlighted the strong economic partnership between India and Kenya and the untapped potential for further growth at a business event in Eldoret.“High Commission, in association with India-Kenya Chamber of Commerce (IKCC), organised a business event in Eldoret to promote trade and investments between India and Kenya,” the High Commission of India, Nairobi wrote on X.“High Commissioner highlighted the strong economic …
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Nairobi, June 12 (IANS) Indian High Commissioner to Kenya and Governor of Uasin Gishu County on Friday discussed opportunities for cooperation during the former’s visit to Eldoret “High Commissioner called on the Hon’ble Governor of Uasin Gishu County, Jonathan Bii Chelilim, during his visit to Eldoret,” the High Commission of India in Nairobi wrote on X.“Discussions pertained to opportunities for cooperation between India and Uasin Gishu county within the larger framework of India-Kenya…
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Thursday that India continues to be among the world’s fastest-growing major economies, with GDP growth projected to remain robust at around 7 per cent over the medium term.Highlighting India’s remarkable economic progress in recent years through the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and India’s commitment to the mantra of ‘Reform, Perform, and Transform’, Finance Minister said that our growth is pri…
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Two years ago, Kenya walked away from an ambitious airport deal with India’s Adani Group amid protests, strikes, and a storm of political backlash. Today, the East African nation has signed on the dotted line — this time with a Chinese state-backed giant — for a much larger, nearly $3 billion overhaul of its busiest airport.At first glance, the optics are stark: a shelved proposal valued at under $2 billion replaced by a deal nearly 50 per cent more expensive. But b…
New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) India and Kenya share deep historical ties, rooted in cultural exchanges, trade, and strategic partnership, with defence cooperation emerging as a central pillar. The fourth Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting in Nairobi at the end of February set a five-year roadmap to deepen military ties, expand training, and strengthen maritime security. As part of the ties, Foreign Officer Cadet Antony Kalenge from Kenya is currently undergoing training at the Indian …
Mumbai, June 8 (IANS) ‘Prince of Bhangra’ Sukhbir has added a touch of Rajasthani tadka to his iconic Punjabi number “Sauda Khara Khara”. Taking to social media, Sukhbir shared a video of him sitting and playing the harmonium. In the clip, Rajasthani folk singers are sitting next to him with a dhol and khartal.They all could be seen singing the number, which was also recreated for the film Good Newwz starring Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kiara Advani and Diljit Dosanjh.The video ha…
New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Preliminary investigations into the devastating fire that claimed 21 lives at a hotel in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar area have indicated that a short circuit may have triggered the blaze, according to Delhi Police sources. Officials said the hotel had two kitchens — one located in the basement and another on the top floor. LPG cylinders were stored in both kitchens. However, investigators have found no evidence of any LPG cylinder explosion during the incident.Police sourc…
Ahmedabad, June 4 (IANS) The 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship will take place in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad, starting Thursday. Hosted at the EKA Arena, the event brings together 400 athletes from more than 60 countries to compete in traditional, artistic, rhythmic pairs, and team Yogasana events.The five-day event (June 4-8) will bring together participants from countries including the United States, Ghana, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and Uzbekistan, marking the first global championship for Yog…
Ahmedabad, June 3 (IANS) Over 400 athletes from more than 60 countries will compete in the inaugural World Yogasana Championships (WYC) 2026, set to be held at the EKA Arena from June 4 to 8.The five-day event will bring together participants from countries including the United States, Ghana, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, and Uzbekistan, marking the first global championship for Yogasana as a competitive sport.Supported by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the Ministry of Ayush, the Sports…
Washington, June 3 (IANS) The Trump administration is working with Kenya and other international partners to maintain a quarantine and treatment arrangement near the epicentre of the Ebola outbreak in Africa, with officials arguing that potentially exposed Americans should not be transported directly to the United States. During a White House news conference, Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Dr Mehmet Oz said the administration’s preference is to keep treatment facilities as close as…