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India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — Global military spending surged to an unprecedented $2.72 trillion in 2024, marking the tenth consecutive year of growth, with the sharpest increase since 1988, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). India remains

NEW DELHI – India has approved the inclusion of caste data in its upcoming population census. Although no date has been announced for when the census will begin, the decision marks a significant step forward for a process that has already

SRINAGAR – In the wake of a deadly militant attack and escalating cross-border tensions, authorities in India’s Jammu and Kashmir region have shut down more than half of the area’s tourist destinations, effective April 29. Officials confirmed that 48 out of

JAIPUR, (ANI) – When 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi walked onto the pitch at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on April 28, few expected to witness history. But in a game brimming with youthful exuberance and fearless cricket, the teenager – younger

SRINAGAR (ANI) — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on April 28 strongly condemned the recent militant attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people, saying he was witnessing, for the first time in 26 years, people across the region

ISLAMABAD - Pakistan’s defense minister said that a military incursion by India appeared imminent following last week's deadly militant attack on tourists in Kashmir, escalating tensions between the two neighbors, Reuters reported on April 28. The attack, which killed 26 people, sparked widespread

The Indian Premier League 2025 has been a thrilling showcase of power hitting, with batters clearing the ropes with ease and flair. As the tournament reaches its halfway mark, here’s a look at the top five players who have hit

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - In the aftermath of a brutal attack that claimed the lives of 26 individuals at a popular tourist destination – the deadliest assault on civilians in nearly two decades – armed police and soldiers launched

ANANTNAG (ANI)- Authorities have demolished the house of Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Adil Thokar, also known as Adil Guree, in the Bijbehara block of Anantnag district, officials said on April 25. Adil Guree, a resident of Guree village, is believed to be involved in

Delhi Capitals batsman KL Rahul has set the record as the quickest player to reach 5,000 runs in the Indian Premier League. Here is a look at other batters who scored 5,000 IPL runs in the fewest innings. KL RahulDelhi Capitals

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India’s food security is off to a solid start this year, with both wheat and rice stocks reaching record highs, alleviating any concerns over supply shortages. As of April 1, the country’s wheat reserves stood

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Indian authorities have named three suspected terrorists in connection with the brutal April 22 attack on tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam area, which claimed 26 lives. According to notices released by the Jammu and Kashmir Police

Mumbai Indians opener Rohit Sharma surpassed Royal Challengers Bangalore stalwart Virat Kohli on April 20 to become the player with the most 'Player of the Match' awards in the history of the Indian Premier League. Here are others who top

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Terrorists who killed 26 people in Kashmir separated the men from the women and children and asked the men their names before shooting them at close range, security officials and survivors said on April 23. About 1,000

Photo: Twitter India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of the Indian cricket team and former BJP MP, received two death threats via email on April 22—the same day a terror attack targeted tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — In a decisive move following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of 26 individuals, the Government of India has announced a series of stringent measures aimed at conveying a strong message to Pakistan

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to India early from his diplomatic trip to Saudi Arabia following a devastating terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22 that killed 26 civilians. The assault, carried

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - On April 22, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) revised down its economic growth forecast for India, citing heightened global uncertainty and escalating trade tensions brought about by new US trade policies. In its latest World Economic Outlook report,

Photo:  George Jacob Koovakad with the late Pope (Vatican News) India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — The world is in mourning as Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away on April 21, at the age of

Photo: Twitter NEW DELHI (ANI) — The Bhagavad Gita and Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra have been inscribed in UNESCO’s prestigious Memory of the World Register, recognizing their enduring cultural and philosophical significance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his joy on the achievement, saying,

NEW DELHI — India’s trade gap with China has reached an all-time high, and officials are getting increasingly uneasy. New government data shows that India ended the 2024–25 fiscal year with a massive $99.2 billion trade deficit with its northern

VARANASI (ANI)- In a unique display of endurance and cross-cultural spirit, Japanese national Nozomu Hagihara has reached Varanasi during his 2,000-kilometre journey dribbling a football across India—a bid to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest distance dribbled. Hagihara began

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – After making major inroads as a global manufacturing hub for affordable iPhones and pharmaceuticals, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is setting its sights on a new frontier: transforming India into a key exporter of military

MUMBAI - Leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal delivered a match-winning performance with figures of 4/28 against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders at the Mullanpur Stadium in Chandigarh. With this stellar spell, he joined the elite list of bowlers with the most four-wicket

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI- India captain Rohit Sharma has finally addressed his decision to pull out of the crucial Sydney Test in the Border-GavaskarTrophy, explaining that he prioritized the team’s needs over personal performance. In a conversation on the Beyond23 Cricket Podcast

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - After a 15-year pause, Pakistan and Bangladesh have resumed foreign secretary-level talks, signaling a notable shift in South Asian diplomacy. Pakistani Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch arrived in Dhaka on April 15 for a series of meetings

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI — The journey of India’s shrimp begins in the brackish ponds of Andhra Pradesh and ends in freezer aisles of American supermarkets like Walmart, Safeway, and Costco. From rural hatcheries to the seafood counters of New

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India’s exports of cut and polished diamonds have plunged to their lowest level in nearly two decades in the 2024–25 fiscal year, dragged down by weak demand from key markets and the impact of fresh

DHAKA (ANI)- Bangladesh has renamed the traditional Bengali New Year procession recognized by UNESCO, in response to pressure from Islamic political and religious groups claiming it reflected Hindu cultural elements. The annual procession, formerly known as "Mangal Shobhajatra", will now be called "Barshavaran Ananda

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - A drone strike hit the Kyiv warehouse of Indian pharmaceutical giant Kusum, Ukraine said on April 12, alleging that Russia deliberately targeted Indian-owned businesses. The attack destroyed stocks of essential medicines, including supplies meant for

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi has been arrested in Belgium in response to a request from Indian authorities, his lawyer confirmed on April 14. The arrest took place on April 12. Choksi, who fled India in

NEW DELHI (ANI)- India is expected to remain relatively insulated from the global economic shocks stemming from a potential trade war between the United States and China, according to a new report by Goldman Sachs. “In 2025, we believe India will likely

OXFORD (REUTERS) - Indian journalist Mitali Mukherjee has been named Director of the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford. Her appointment follows an open, independent selection process, after serving as Acting Director since October

Here is a look at bowlers who have bowled the most maiden overs in the history of the Indian Premier League: Bhuvneshwar Kumar (PWI/RCB/SRH) Bhuvneshwar, who is renowned for his swing, is the master of this feat, with a whopping 14 maiden

AMRITSAR (ANI)- More than 1,900 Indian pilgrims have been granted visas by Pakistan to visit prominent Sikh religious sites in observance of Khalsa Sajna Diwas. Pilgrims expressed joy and gratitude for the opportunity. “We will be visiting Gurdwara Nankana Sahib, Gurdwara

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – India has withdrawn a transshipment facility for Bangladesh’s export cargoes, a move that comes amid strained trade relations and in response to recent comments by Bangladesh's interim government head, Muhammad Yunus. Yunus controversially described India’s Northeast

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India and China have long been at odds, but the escalating trade tensions with caused by the inexplicable policies of President Donald Trump, are now pushing them closer together. In what would not have happened a

Photo: Wikipedia India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India is set to introduce its first formal curriculum for Buddhist monasteries this month, aiming to streamline religious education and reinforce national consciousness in monastic institutions located near its border with China. As the birthplace

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – The Trump administration’s recent push for zero import tariffs on cars in U.S.-India trade talks appears to have rippled across the Atlantic. Now, the European Union is pressing India for the same deal, aiming to

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - A wave of anxiety has gripped the diamond polishing hub of Surat, as hefty U.S. tariffs threaten to undermine the country's gem and jewelry exports, putting at risk the livelihoods of thousands of workers. The United

India-West News Desk MUMBAI – The latest round of U.S. tariffs on Indian goods is likely to shave 20 to 40 basis points off India’s GDP growth this financial year, potentially triggering deeper interest rate cuts by the Reserve Bank of

MUMBAI - As the IPL 2025 season unfolds, here’s a look at the highest wicket-takers in the tournament’s history: Yuzvendra Chahal – The Indian leg-spinner leads the all-time wicket-taking charts with 205 wickets in 160 IPL innings, consistently troubling batters with his variations. Piyush

Photo: A. Savin, Wikipedia NEW DELHI, (ANI) - Over the past five years, the government has received 1,617 complaints from Non-Resident Indian (NRI) women who claim they were abandoned by their husbands abroad, the Ministry of External Affairs  shared in Parliament on

Photo: tesla.com India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - India is set to reduce import tariffs on electric vehicles, overriding requests from domestic automakers to postpone such cuts for four years, as the government prioritizes securing a trade deal with the United States,

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI – On April 2, the Indian government introduced a bill in parliament proposing significant reforms in the administration of vast properties designated exclusively for Muslim use, a move that has sparked criticism from opposition groups and

The Indian Premier League has seen some of the greatest cricketers leave their mark on the tournament over the years. Among them, a select few have consistently featured in the league, setting records for the most appearances. Former Mumbai Indians

Photo: Ministry of Defence India-West News Desk NEW DELHI (ANI)- India has launched ‘Operation Brahma’ to assist Myanmar in the aftermath of a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake, reaffirming its commitment to humanitarian assistance and its philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’—the world is one family. The

Photo: Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh NEW DELHI (ANI)- India is closely monitoring China's plans to develop hydropower projects on the Brahmaputra River, ensuring its interests and those of its downstream citizens are safeguarded, Minister of State

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - In the small village of Alwar, Rajasthan, eighteen-year-old Afseena sat on the mud floor of her home, flipping through the worn pages of her only textbook. She had read the same lessons over and over,

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Air India announced on March 25 that, starting April 1, all employees, including top executives, will fly in economy class to prioritize paying customers, as the airline seeks to improve its reputation following criticism over