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December 9, 2024 8:31 PM

Sanjay Malhotra appointed as new RBI Governor

Sanjay Malhotra will be the next governor for the Reserve Bank of India. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved his name. He has been appointed to the post for a period of three years starting from the 11th of this month. Mr. Malhotra will succeed Shaktikant Das.   The Rajasthan C...

December 9, 2024 7:15 PM

Over 77% of Earth’s land has become significantly drier in past 30 years: UN

The United Nations revealed that over 77 percent of the Earth's land has become significantly drier in the past 30 years. According to a study by the UN Science-Policy Interface, this alarming trend poses severe threats to global agriculture, water resources, and biodiversity. The findings underscor...

December 9, 2024 7:10 PM

Rupee depreciated by 4 paise to settle at ₹84.73 against US dollar

In the Forex market, the rupee today depreciated by four paise to settle at 84 rupees and 73 paise against the US dollar. The dollar index, which indicates US dollar's strength against a basket of six other leading currencies, is trading at 105.83 in intra-day trade. ...

December 9, 2024 7:04 PM

EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar co-chairs 4th India-Bahrain High Joint Commission meeting

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar co-chaired the 4th India-Bahrain High Joint Commission meeting in Manama today. During his opening remarks, Dr. Jaishankar highlighted the expanding scope of India-Bahrain cooperation, encompassing trade, investment, defense, and maritime security. He unde...

December 9, 2024 7:02 PM

Four-day special session of Jharkhand Legislative Assembly began in Ranchi

A four-day special session of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly began in Ranchi with the welcoming of newly elected members to the house. Chief Minister Hemant Soren along with all eighty MLAs took oath of the houses. The Protem Speaker, Stephen Marandi administered the oath to the newly elected me...

December 9, 2024 6:59 PM

Noida International Airport conducts first flight validation test

The Noida International Airport at Jewar has successfully conducted the first flight validation test, paving the way to begin its full-fledged operations next year. Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu was present during the operation of the first flight. The Minister commended the effor...

December 9, 2024 6:30 PM

Landslides, flash floods hit Indonesia’s Java island, leaving 10 dead

At least 10 people have died, and two more are missing after landslides triggered by heavy rainfall struck hilly villages on Indonesia's main island of Java. According to the National Disaster Countermeasure Agency, rescuers are searching for those missing. The floods and landslides were caused by t...