February 21, 2025 7:44 PM

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Surajkund Mela Showcases Cultural Diversity with 600 Artisans from 44 Countries

A confluence of culture, art, and skills from India and abroad, Haryana's 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela has become the centre of attraction for everyone due to its diversity. A visitor, Ankita, shared her experience of the fair with Akashvani News.   The stalls from India and abroad have ...

February 21, 2025 7:39 PM

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Gold & Silver Prices Dip in Indian Bullion Market

In the Indian Bullion Market, 24 Karat Gold was trading 0.21 percent down at 86,070 rupees per 10 grams, and Silver 999 Fine was trading 0.14 percent down at 97,360 rupees per kilogram a short while ago. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold was trading with losses today. The precious metal, for the...

February 21, 2025 7:38 PM

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FM Nirmala Sitharaman Flags Off WAP7 Locomotive at Banaras Locomotive Works

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman flagged off the WAP7 electric locomotive, a high-powered engine manufactured by Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) in Varanasi today. The Finance Minister also inaugurated the Observer Rest House and Amrit Kanan Community Park at the Banaras Rail Engine Factory....

February 21, 2025 7:07 PM

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Japan is Key Ally in India’s Growth, 5th Largest Investor, Says Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal today said that Japan has been a key ally in India's economic growth and is the 5th largest source of foreign investment. Addressing the India-Japan Economy and Investment Forum in New Delhi, Mr. Goyal said that foreign direct investment from Japan h...

February 21, 2025 6:16 PM

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India Assumes Chairmanship of BOBP-IGO, Pledges Strong Regional Cooperation

India today assumed the chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) from Bangladesh at the 13th Governing Council Meeting in Malé, Maldives. The Indian delegation, led by Secretary of the Department of Fisheries, Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, assumed the chair during the even...

February 21, 2025 6:01 PM

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India-UK Strengthen Collaboration in Telecom, AI & Emerging Technologies

India has expanded its collaboration with the United Kingdom in key areas of telecom, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies. Telecom Secretary Dr. Neeraj Mittal visited the United Kingdom and met National Scientific Adviser Chris Johnson.   The Communication Ministry said this visit und...

February 21, 2025 5:47 PM

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Oil Prices Dip but Head for Weekly Gain Amid Supply Concerns

Oil prices fell today but were on track for a weekly rise due to concerns over supply disruptions in Russia. Meanwhile, the US's commercial crude oil inventories increased by 4.6 million barrels to 432.5 million barrels in the week ending 14th February, while gasoline and distillate inventories fell...

February 21, 2025 5:28 PM

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Asian Markets Rally; European Indices Trade in Green

Major Asian indices logged gains today. Hong Kong's Hang Seng surged over 3.8 percent, China's Shanghai Composite rose over 0.8 percent, and Japan's Nikkei increased over 0.2 percent, while Singapore's Straits Times index as well as South Korea's Kospi both ended nearly flat. Major European indices ...