Hanoi, May 19 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday met with his Vietnamese counterpart, General Phan Van Giang, to review the partnership between their nations and discuss ways to deepen cooperation in maritime security, the defence industry, training, and regional stability. In a post on X, Singh said, “Held a productive bilateral meeting with Gen. Phan Van Giang, Defence Minister of Vietnam. We reviewed the growing India-Vietnam defence partnership and discussed ways to further dee…
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Hanoi, May 19 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday paid tributes to Ho Chi Minh, the founding father of Vietnam, at the Mausoleum in Hanoi on the occasion of his 136th birth anniversary. Singh arrived in Hanoi on Monday afternoon for a two-day visit to Vietnam, marking 10 years of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations, which was upgraded to Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during the State visit of Vietnamese President To Lam earlier this month.T…
Hanoi, May 18 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday described Operation Sindoor as a testimony to India’s transformation into a strong, confident, and capable nation during his address to the Indian diaspora in Hanoi. “While India remains committed to the no first use policy, it will not succumb to nuclear blackmail and stands ready to respond firmly to any enemy misadventure,” he emphasised.India is rapidly advancing in the semiconductor sector. This is not just a story of techn…
Seoul, April 23 (IANS) Despite the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, the South Korean economy posted its fastest quarterly growth in 5 and a half years in the first quarter, supported by solid exports amid a semiconductor upcycle and resilient domestic demand, central bank data showed on Thursday.The country’s real gross domestic product (GDP) — a key measure of economic growth — rose 1.7 per cent in the January-March period from three months earlier, according to the preliminary data from th…
New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) In a move aimed at boosting strategic cooperation in the semiconductor sector, the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), in partnership with the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association, convened a high-level industry engagement in Singapore on Friday. The meeting brought together key stakeholders from India and Singapore to deepen collaboration across the semiconductor and electronics value chain.The engagement highlighted the complementary strengths …
Washington, April 1 (IANS) In contrast to its measured tone on India, a new U.S. trade report portrays China as a far more entrenched and systemic challenge — one defined not just by market barriers but by what Washington describes as a state-led model aimed at global dominance. A new report by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) said China’s policies go beyond traditional trade barriers and reflect a broader strategy to dominate key industries.The 2026 National…
Gandhinagar, Feb 26 (IANS) The Gujarat government has completed the auction of a five-acre plot in the Sanand Industrial Estate for the construction of a premium hotel, officials said on Thursday. The move is aimed at strengthening social infrastructure around the state’s expanding semiconductor and manufacturing hub.Officials said the e-auction for a 20,168.54 square metre plot in the Sanand-2 Industrial Estate concluded on December 22 last year.The plot had been specially reserved for the de…
New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) Union Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday announced that educational institutions across the country will be equipped with AI technology-based devices to help students create solutions and gain hands-on familiarity with emerging technologies. Speaking to YourStory Founder Shradha Sharma on the sidelines of the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, Vaishnaw elaborated on the opportunities, investments, and innovation momentum expected from…
Bengaluru, Feb 1 (IANS) Karnataka Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka said on Sunday that the Union Budget 2026-27 is another significant step towards a developed India, and stressed that the Bengaluru-Hyderabad high-speed rail route will further strengthen Bengaluru’s position as a key economic hub of South India. “The announcement of seven high-speed rail corridors in the budget will inject fresh momentum into economic activity by rapidly connecting major cities across the country. The Bengal…
Mumbai, Feb 1 (IANS) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has congratulated Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on presenting her ninth budget, aimed at making India self-reliant and developed. He stated that the budget provides significant strength to Mumbai and Maharashtra — the growth engines of the country — by boosting the holistic development of smaller cities, enhancing infrastructure, and providing massive incentives to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Thi…