Jaipur, Feb 5 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Thursday said the state government is committed to making Rajasthan’s stone industry the leading force in the country, citing the sector’s rich legacy, global recognition and strong growth potential.The Chief Minister was addressing the inaugural session of India StoneMart at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC).“Rajasthan’s stones have a distinct and globally recognised identity. From prestigious institutio…
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Washington, Feb 4 (IANS) The United States is open to talks with Iran, but any negotiations must address Tehran’s missile programme, nuclear activities, sponsorship of terrorism, and treatment of its own people, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Wednesday, setting out firm conditions even as he stressed Washington’s willingness to engage. Rubio said President Donald Trump was prepared to meet and talk with adversaries and allies alike, rejecting the notion that engagement amounted to a …
Shillong, Feb 3 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Tuesday said the state has strategically reoriented its economic approach towards building sustained, long-term partnerships, citing the creation of a strong trade ecosystem that has successfully elevated indigenous products such as local pineapples and curcumin-rich Lakadong turmeric into high-value exports in global markets. The Meghalaya government, in partnership with the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), Minist…
Bhadohi, Feb 3 (IANS) A major boost has come for India’s carpet industry from across the seas, as the United States has slashed import tariffs on Indian carpets from 50 pc to 18 pc. The decision has brought renewed optimism among exporters in UP’s Bhadohi—India’s carpet hub—and strengthened the country’s position amid stiff competition from neighbouring nations in the global market. India exports carpets worth nearly Rs 17,000 crore annually across global markets, with the United Sta…
Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) India stopped diesel shipments to the European Union this month due to the EU’s ban on fuel refined from Russian crude, and instead sent record volumes to West Africa, shipping data has showed.The shipping data from Kpler and Vortexa showed that the ban also led to Turkey’s previously strong diesel exports to the EU slowing in recent months, as per reports.Analysts said the EU policy — aimed at penalising Russia over its 2022 invasion of Ukraine — has forced refiners to…
Washington, Jan 27 (IANS) The United States said that the remains of all Israeli hostages held in Gaza have now been returned, marking what senior US officials described as a major milestone in the ceasefire process and clearing the way for talks on the next phase focused on Gaza’s future governance and reconstruction.The return of the remains followed months of “very intense coordination” involving Israel, the United States, and regional partners, and fulfilled commitments made under the …
Mumbai, Jan 24 (IANS) Taking out some time from her hectic work schedule, actress Hina Khan decided to go on a fun getaway with her family.She flew to Turkey with her husband, Rocky Jaiswal, her mother, and other family members.During her stay in Istanbul, she decided to enjoy the delicious Turkish breakfast, which included some appetizing delicacies of the place.Hina took to her official Insta handle and dropped glimpses of herself enjoying the lavish spread.In one of the videos, we could also …
New Delhi, Jan 23 (IANS) The Khalistan movement has been able to survive, thanks to the lenient policies in the United Kingdom and Canada. Successive governments have been soft on these criminals, as a result of which they made these nations bases to launch attacks on India.After setting up bases in multiple countries, the Khalistan movement now appears to be flourishing in Azerbaijan. A conference was held last week in Baku, the capital city, aimed at amplifying the need for a separate Sikh nat…
Riyadh, Jan 22 (IANS) A defence pact with Turkey and Pakistan could mean Saudi Arabia shouldering new obligations and taking on extra risks it didn’t have before, a report has highlighted. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is reportedly exploring an extensive defence pact with Turkey and Pakistan, building on the Saudi-Pakistani mutual defence agreement (SDMA) signed in September 2025, Shay Gal, a strategic analyst specialising in international security, foreign policy, and geopolitical crisis…
Seoul, Jan 20 (IANS) South Korea’s Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will visit Turkey and Belgium later this week for bilateral talks with each country and a strategic dialogue with the European Union, the foreign ministry said on Tuesday. His four-day trip will begin in Turkey, where he is scheduled to hold talks with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Wednesday (local time), the ministry said.The upcoming talks come as a follow-up step after President Lee Jae Myung’s state visit to the country i…