Rabat, June 12 (IANS) It was a tale of contrasting nines for Gaganjeet Bhullar, who produced a 3-under 70 in the opening round of the US$2 million International Series Morocco. After looking set for a low number with four birdies in five holes of the latter half of the front nine for a 4-under 32, the IGPL star gave away three bogeys on the back nine for a 38.The four-time IGPL winner, Bhullar, who is also the most successful Indian player in Asian Tour history with 11 wins, is now Tied-18th. He…
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New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) India’s steady economic ascent supported by sustained growth, a young population and resilient democratic institutions is poised to challenge the notion that authoritarianism is a necessary shortcut to rapid development, a new report has said.The report from India Narrative said that India’s consistent growth trajectory refutes long‑standing assumptions that political repression is required to build modern industrial and technological capacity.India’s arrival as a g…
New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) Three men and three companies have been charged in Singapore for their alleged involvement in a scheme to falsely declare China-made mattresses as Singapore-origin goods in an apparent attempt to evade US import duties, according to a report.As per Singapore-based channel CNA, the accused include Singaporeans — Loh Yew Kong, 68, Leong Yu Fong, 41, and Loh Chen Sing Darren, 37 — along with companies Brighture Et Riche, Brighture Et Riche (Int) and Zenova International….
Mumbai, June 12 (IANS) Indian equity benchmarks rallied sharply on Friday, with the Sensex soaring nearly 1,700 points and the Nifty reclaiming the 23,600 mark, as investor sentiment improved on hopes of a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran.The Sensex closed at 75,527.95, gaining 1,695.40 points, or 2.30 per cent, from its previous close of 73,832.55. The 30-share index opened at 74,709.27 and touched an intra-day high of 75,608.02 before settling near the day’s peak.Th…
New Delhi, June 12 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday summoned US Charge d’Affaires Jason Meeks once again to lodge New Delhi’s protest against continuing attacks on commercial vessels off the coast of Oman which recently claimed the lives of three Indian seafarers. India had on Wednesday lodged a “strong protest” over recent attacks on vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz, including the commercial ship Settebello off the coast of Oman, where three Indian nationals we…
Washington, June 12 (IANS) American lawmakers from both parties and business leaders have congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving elected prime minister, citing the growing importance of India’s economy and the expanding US-India partnership.Messages of congratulations came from members of Congress, a US senator and executives from major American companies, reflecting broad support in Washington and corporate America for closer ties with India.Charles R…
Washington, June 12 (IANS) US President Donald Trump predicted a sharp decline in global oil prices if a proposed agreement with Iran is finalised, arguing that greater stability in the Middle East and the reopening of key shipping routes would ease pressure on energy markets.Speaking at the White House, Trump said markets had already responded positively to news of the emerging agreement.“Stock markets up 1000 points,” Trump said. “That means they like the deal.”He said oil prices had a…
Washington, June 12 (IANS) US lawmakers from both parties warned that America risks losing its technological edge to China unless it strengthens safeguards around artificial intelligence, as a Senate hearing highlighted growing concerns over national security, jobs and the rapid expansion of AI.At a Senate Banking Committee hearing on artificial intelligence, Chairman Tim Scott said the United States must ensure that AI strengthens the economy while preventing rivals such as China from gaining a…
Washington, June 12 (IANS) US President Donald Trump suggested that recent US military action had reshaped Iran’s leadership structure, saying a new group of leaders had emerged in Tehran and was proving more willing to negotiate with Washington.Speaking at the White House, Trump argued that military pressure had fundamentally altered the political landscape inside Iran and created conditions for a breakthrough agreement on Tehran’s nuclear programme.“It’s a regime change, because I find these…
Washington, June 12 (IANS) The United States signed an agreement with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), bringing the world’s largest mixed martial arts organisation into Washington’s expanding sports diplomacy efforts as the Trump administration seeks to strengthen America’s global outreach through popular culture.Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed the memorandum of understanding with UFC executives at the State Department, describing the organisation as an example of American entrepr…