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Photo: X KOLKATA (ANI)- The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), one of the world’s most popular T20 cricket leagues, commenced with a grand opening ceremony at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The event blended cricket with Bollywood glamour as

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – India’s Defense Acquisition Council has approved the purchase of arms and equipment worth over $6.26 billion to strengthen the armed forces, the defense Ministry announced on March 20. The council also approved new guidelines aimed at

India-West News Desk A recent opinion piece for Newsweek discussing the evolving power dynamics in Africa, says China’s influence is waning and India is stepping in to assert itself. Gordon G. Chang, an author and commentator, highlighted that Africa, traditionally dominated by external

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - At 59, most people dream of a quiet retirement, but Vasanthi Cheruveettil had other plans—ones that took her thousands of meters above sea level. A tailor from Kerala, she swapped her sewing machine for trekking

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – The Wikimedia Foundation has urged India’s Supreme Court to overturn an order requiring it to remove a Wikipedia page detailing its legal dispute with Indian news agency ANI, arguing that the directive threatens free speech. In

Photo: Rana Safvi India-West News Desk MUMBAI – Authorities imposed an indefinite curfew in parts of Nagpur after clashes erupted over demands to remove the tomb of 17th-century Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, injuring more than a dozen police officers, officials said. The violence

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Virat Kohli is thrilled about cricket going to the Olympics, calling its inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Games a landmark moment for the sport. The former India captain, who retired from T20 internationals after

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI– Singapore’s state investment firm Temasek has signed a deal to acquire nearly 10% of India’s Haldiram’s snack business for about $1 billion, Reuters reports. The agreement follows months of negotiations, valuing Haldiram’s at approximately $10 billion. Haldiram’s, established in 1937

 Photo: Raphael Satter India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. journalist Raphael Satter has filed a lawsuit against the Indian government after his Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status was revoked following a critical article about a prominent Indian businessman. This development was

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – The Indian government has directed a district court in Ahmedabad to process a summons from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued to billionaire Gautam Adani over allegations of securities fraud and a $265

HYDERABAD, (ANI)- A complaint has been filed against popular YouTuber Bayya Sunny Yadav, accusing him of promoting online betting apps and misleading youth, potentially leading to financial losses and suicidal tendencies. The complaint, lodged by police constable M Manoj Kumar, alleges

Photo: Department of Archaeology India-West News Desk CHENNAI - A groundbreaking archaeological excavation in Tamil Nadu is challenging existing global timelines for the Iron Age. Researchers have uncovered evidence suggesting that iron-making in the region began as early as 5,400 years ago, potentially

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk NEW DELHI- Vanuatu has canceled the passport of former Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Lalit Modi, citing concerns that he was using it to evade extradition to India. Prime Minister Jotham Napat emphasized that citizenship is a

Photo: X DUBAI (ANI)- India captain Rohit Sharma has dismissed speculation about his retirement after leading the team to victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand in Dubai on March 9. "Just to clarify, I am not retiring. Please

DUBAI (ANI)- New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra was awarded the Golden Bat for the most runs and named Player of the Tournament for his remarkable performances in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Following his stellar showing in the 2023 ICC Cricket World

Photo:: Twitter India-West News Desk OTTAWA - India sees a potential thaw in its strained relationship with Canada following Mark Carney’s rise to power, given his previous remarks on strengthening trade ties between the two nations. Carney, who secured a sweeping 85.9%

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI– Leaders from India’s southern states are opposing the Modi government’s plan to redraw parliamentary constituencies in 2026, arguing it could reduce their representation in favor of northern states with larger populations, Reuters reports. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin

DUBAI (ANI)- India's wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul reached a significant milestone by surpassing the 3000-run mark in ODIs, bringing him close to overtaking the records of Indian cricket legends Ravi Shastri and Sunil Gavaskar. Rahul played a crucial role in India's 265-run chase

DUBAI (ANI) – Virat Kohli once again showcased his brilliance under pressure, delivering a composed 84 off 98 balls to steer India to a four-wicket victory over Australia in the Champions Trophy semi-final. His calculated innings, marked by precise strike rotation,

Photo: UN Web Tv GENEVA (ANI)- India has strongly rejected UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk's "unfounded and baseless" remarks on Jammu and Kashmir and Manipur, made during the 58th regular session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. Addressing

DUBAI, (ANI) - Virat Kohli made history once again  as he became the first cricketer ever to feature in 300 One Day Internationals (ODIs), alongside having already played 100 Tests and 100 T20Is. The Indian cricket star achieved this monumental

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI—India’s economy expanded by 6.2% in the October-December quarter, driven by increased government expenditure and rising consumer demand, official data revealed. Despite being the world’s fastest-growing major economy, India faces external headwinds, including potential trade frictions with

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – India and the European Union have set a year-end deadline for concluding a long-pending free trade agreement, marking their first firm commitment to a timeline after years of negotiations, Reuters reported. The decision, announced on

Photo: Twitter MOSCOW (ANI)- Russia on February 27 criticized the US for its "inappropriate and counter-productive" demands that India stop unloading Russian oil tankers. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova emphasized that India has not officially joined Western-initiated restrictive measures against Russia.

Photo:bhpoloclub.com, Wikipedia India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - In a landmark ruling, an Indian court has ordered an Amazon subsidiary to pay $39 million in damages for infringing the "Beverly Hills Polo Club" (BHPC) trademark after apparel featuring a nearly identical logo

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – The European Union is urging India to lower tariffs on automobiles and wine to strengthen trade ties and reduce its dependence on China, a senior EU official said ahead of European Commission President Ursula von

India-West Staff Reporter COIMBATORE – The meditation app Miracle of Mind surpassed one million downloads within 15 hours of launch, making it one of the fastest-growing wellness apps, a press release said. Developed by volunteers from the Isha Foundation, the app was unveiled

Photo: Twitter/PiyushGoyal India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - In response to President Donald Trump's recent threats of imposing tariffs on foreign goods, India and the United Kingdom have accelerated efforts to finalize a free trade agreement (FTA). Trade Minister Piyush Goyal and

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Punjab authorities have cancelled the licenses of 40 travel agents in a crackdown on illegal immigration networks, officials told the media. Raids are ongoing, and officials are registering cases against those involved in unauthorized migration, they said. Government

DUBAI (ANI) – Virat Kohli's emphatic performance in India’s ICC Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan on February 23 was not only a match-winning display but also a statement to his critics. Reflecting on his approach, Kohli stated, “I have a decent understanding

WASHINGTON, DC (Reuters) – President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 25% or higher tariff on semiconductor and pharmaceutical imports, a move that could significantly impact India’s pharmaceutical industry. The tariffs, set to increase over the next year, target

Photo: Indian Navy India-West News Desk SAN FRANCISCO, CA -  Jiya Rai, the daughter of an Indian naval sailor, has made history as the first Indian to receive the World Open Water Swimming Association (WOWSA) Award in the Adaptive Performance of the

PANAMA (ANI)- India is working closely with Panamanian authorities to ensure the well-being of Indian nationals who arrived from the US. The Indian Embassy in Panama confirmed the migrants are "safe and secure" at a hotel and that consular access

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Qatar has pledged to invest $10 billion in India across multiple sectors, according to a joint statement released on February 18 following the visit of Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to New Delhi. This

NEW DELHI (ANI)- Rekha Gupta, a first-time MLA from Shalimar Bagh, has been elected as the leader of the BJP legislative party and will take oath as the Chief Minister of Delhi on February 20. Gupta's election was announced at a

Photo: Rolls Royce India-West News Desk BENGALURU– As the global aerospace industry faces supply chain disruptions, major companies like Airbus, Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Rolls-Royce are increasingly turning to India for parts, boosting growth in the country’s aerospace sector, Reuters reported.  Indian companies

NEW DELHI (ANI)- Pabitra Margherita, who studied textiles in college and now serves as the Union Minister of State for Textiles, walked as the showstopper at the Bharat Tex 2025 showcase, highlighting India's sustainable heritage weaves at the Bharat Mandapam

AMRITSAR (ANI) – Two aircraft carrying the second and third batches of Indian nationals deported from the United States landed at Amritsar airport over the weekend. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann assured that the deportees would be treated properly, emphasizing that

NEW DELHI– A stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on the night of February 15 left at least 18 people dead, including five children, and several others injured as overcrowding surged amid Maha Kumbh festival travel. Authorities have launched an

Photo: X/@IPL NEW DELHI, (ANI)- The 'Mecca of Indian Cricket', Eden Gardens will mark both the commencement and the conclusion of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League 2025, by hosting the tournament opener between defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders

India-West News Desk LUCKNOW – More than 500 million people have participated in the Maha Kumbh festival over the past four weeks, according to authorities. The six-week gathering has drawn a diverse mix of attendees, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, government officials,

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - OpenAI is opposing efforts by Indian media groups, including those linked to Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani, to join a copyright lawsuit against the U.S. company, asserting that it has not used their content to

NEW DELHI - The Reliance-Disney joint venture will no longer offer completely free streaming for IPL cricket matches and will adopt a hybrid model where subscription kicks in after content consumption reaches a threshold, sources told Reuters on February 13. They will

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Denmark has retained its position as the least corrupt country in the world for the second year in a row, according to Transparency International’s 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). Finland, Singapore, and New Zealand follow

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Indian refiners are restructuring their dealings with oil traders, insurers, and vessel operators to ensure a steady flow of discounted Russian crude while avoiding violations of the latest U.S. sanctions, Bloomberg reported. Following the January 10 U.S.

Photo: Screengrab, UK Home Office India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – The UK Labour government has intensified its crackdown on illegal workers, adopting enforcement measures reminiscent of U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. In a nationwide operation, authorities have raided businesses including

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI  - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is preparing additional concessions ahead of a meeting this week with U.S. President Donald Trump, aiming to boost American exports and prevent a potential trade conflict, government officials told Reuters. Modi

Photo: X CUTTACK, (ANI)- Captain Rohit Sharma rediscovered his form in spectacular fashion, breaking multiple records during India's emphatic four-wicket triumph in the second ODI against England in Cuttack on February 9. Rohit silenced his critics with a blistering 119 off 90

Photo: X India-West News Desk AHMEDABAD - Jeet Adani, the youngest son of billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani, married Diva Jaimin Shah on February 7 in a private ceremony here. Diva is the daughter of diamond merchant Jaimin Shah. The entire event has

India-West News Desk MUMBAI - The Indian rupee hit a record low on February 6, declining to 87.5825 against the U.S. dollar, as market concerns over U.S. trade policies and continued portfolio outflows weighed on the currency. The rupee closed at 87.5775,