Ahead of the 2024 general elections in India, the unity efforts of the opposition I.N.D.I.A. Alliance seem to be already coming under strain. The challenges became evident at a recent meeting of the bloc in New Delhi, when the Chief Minister of the state of Bihar Nitish Kumar lost his cool with DMK leader T.R. Baalu who asked for an English translation of his Hindi speech.

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Canada-based gangster Goldy Brar, who is considered the mastermind behind the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, has been declared terrorist. Watch this video to know all about it.

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Look back at picturesque moments of Indian PM Modi from the year 2023.

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Red Sea crisis: At least 10 Houthi rebels killed in Red Sea. The US Navy has destroyed Houthi "small boats" whose crew attempted to board a container ship in the Red Sea.

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Scores of devotees from across the nation arrive at Ayodhya as the city gears up for the historic consecration. The city of Ayodhya is decked up for the consecration of the Ram Temple. Devotees are rushing to be a part of this historic moment. Watch to know more!

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With the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, India has sent a message of peace to a war-torn world. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who lead the prayer in Ayodhya, said 'Ram is not fire but energy, Ram is not a dispute but a solution'.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened his address to those gathered at the holy Ram temple in Ayodhya by chanting 'Siyavar Ramchandra Ki Jai', and asserted that Lord Ram will no longer live in a tent and will stay in the grand 'mandir.' Watch to know more!

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In the backdrop of a historic day for thousands of Hindu devotees, several opposition leaders who boycotted the consecration, carried out their own rallies and temple visits to honour the Ayodhya ceremony. Watch to know more!

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The Indian diaspora illuminated New York's Times Square with vibrant colours, gathering to celebrate the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram Lalla.

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<p>In a generous move to support Afghan people in dealing with the locust menace, the Indian government has supplied 40,000 litres of Malathion, an environmentally friendly pesticide, through Iran's Chabahar port. The Taliban-controlled Ministry of Agriculture has expressed gratitude for this assistance, highlighting its significance in protecting crops and ensuring food security in Afghanistan.</p>

<p>Malathion, known for its efficacy in arid regions and minimal water usage, is considered a crucial tool in locust control. The aid not only addresses the immediate threat in Afghanistan but also serves to prevent the spread of locusts to&nbsp;neighbouring Central Asian countries.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Mawlawi Ataullah Omari, the Taliban's Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation &amp; Livestock conveyed his appreciation in a statement, stating, "We are grateful to the Government of the Republic of India and its people for supplying 40,000 litres of chemical material (Malathion) in the agriculture sector to prevent the locust menace."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The assistance, officially handed over in 2 trucks on Monday, 22nd January, marks a significant step in bolstering agricultural resilience in a country. India doesn't recognise the Taliban regime in Kabul but has a technical office in the country to help with humanitarian support. In the past, New Delhi has helped the country with much-needed wheat and efforts to combat drug issues.&nbsp;</p>


In a generous move to support Afghan people in dealing with the locust menace, the Indian government has supplied 40,000 litres of Malathion, an environmentally friendly pesticide, through Iran's Chabahar port.

In a generous move to support Afghan people in dealing with the locust menace, the Indian government has supplied 40,000 litres of Malathion, an environmentally friendly pesticide, through Iran's Chabahar port. The Taliban-controlled Ministry of Agriculture has expressed gratitude for this assistance, highlighting its significance in protecting crops and ensuring food security in Afghanistan. Malathion, known for its efficacy in arid regions and minimal water usage, is considered a crucial tool in locust control. The aid not only addresses the immediate threat in Afghanistan but also serves to prevent the spread of locusts to neighbouring Central Asian countries. Flash: India sends 40,000 liters of environment friendly pesticide Malathion to Afghanistan through Iran's Chabahar port, says Taliban run Agriculture ministry; The pesticide is used to fight locusts menace. pic.twitter.com/rmfZukpYNG — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) January 22, 2024 × 40,000 liters of malathion donated by the people of India arrived in Kabul through Iran's Chabahar port. The total value of these mulches reaches about 40 million Afghanis and covers about 80,000 hectares of land and is used in the campaign against locusts if necessary. pic.twitter.com/ZdqqFDCF43 — Ministry of Agriculture-Afghanistan (@MAIL_AF) January 22, 2024 × Mawlawi Ataullah Omari, the Taliban's Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation & Livestock conveyed his appreciation in a statement, stating, "We are grateful to the Government of the Republic of India and its people for supplying 40,000 litres of chemical material (Malathion) in the agriculture sector to prevent the locust menace." The assistance, officially handed over in 2 trucks on Monday, 22nd January, marks a significant step in bolstering agricultural resilience in a country. India doesn't recognise the Taliban regime in Kabul but has a technical office in the country to help with humanitarian support. In the past, New Delhi has helped the country with much-needed wheat and efforts to combat drug issues.

India helps Afghanistan, sends 40,000 litres of Malathion to combat locust threat

The first look of the new idol of Lord Ram, with the face covered with a white cloth, has been revealed. The 51-inch idol has been sculpted by Mysuru-based artist Arun Yogiraj. The new idol of Lord Ram was placed inside the sanctum sanctorum of Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi temple on Thursday, days ahead of the grand consecration ceremony on January 22.

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Key highlights of PM Modi's address after ram temple's consecration ceremony. Watch to know more!

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Lord Ram has finally arrived in his abode following the wait of centuries. After the patience that we showed for centuries and the sacrifices we made, our Lord Ram has finally arrived: PM Modi.

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People use creative methods to commemorate temple's inauguration. Streets decorated with orange balloons, flags and flowers. Devotees take a dip in the holy Ganga river. Watch to know more!

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The first look of the new idol of Lord Ram, with the face covered with a white cloth, has been revealed. The 51-inch idol has been sculpted by Mysuru-based artist Arun Yogiraj. Watch to know more!

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ended his 11-day fast on January 22 with the culmination of the historic consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Watch to know more!

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The consecration ceremony of Ram temple was celebrated all across the globe with enthusiasm being felt not just in India but all across the world.

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India decked up for Ram Temple consecration. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has reached the Ram temple in Ayodhya ahead of the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony.

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<p>Mercedes-Benz celebrates a remarkable milestone in India, citing a record-breaking 10% surge in sales, reaching 17,408 units in 2023. This achievement reflects a burgeoning trend in India's economic affluence, with a significant focus on luxury spending.</p>

<p>As the leader in the luxury car market, Mercedes-Benz has experienced unprecedented growth, surpassing its previous all-time high of 15,822 units. Notably, the German automaker achieved its best-ever H2 and Q4 sales in India, maintaining its dominance for the ninth consecutive year.</p>

<p>Santosh Iyer, MD &amp; CEO of Mercedes-Benz India, highlights the evolving customer profile, emphasizing a notable increase in salaried backgrounds and a significant rise in female buyers, up by 50% compared to pre-COVID times. This shift is indicative of the changing demographics and the growing aspiration among young achievers.</p>

<p>Mercedes-Benz sees mini-metros as future growth engines, underlining the brand's strategic vision. The luxury carmaker notes a surge in SUV body styles, constituting 55% of its portfolio, with strong products like the new GLC SUV driving increased adoption.</p>

<p>A remarkable revelation is the substantial contribution from Top End Vehicles (TEVs), constituting nearly 25% of sales. The average age of buyers for these high-end vehicles, such as the S-Class, is a mere 38 years, showcasing the appeal to a younger demographic.</p>

<p>Furthermore, Mercedes-Benz emphasizes its commitment to the electric car segment, witnessing a 3X growth in the BEV portfolio, contributing 4% to CY 2023 sales. The company plans to add three more electric models to its lineup, acknowledging the gradual adoption of EVs among Indian customers.</p>

<p>Mercedes-Benz India, buoyed by this success, has launched the facelifted version of the GLS SUV, showcasing continued investment with Rs 200 crore allocated for new products, production enhancement, and digitization of manufacturing processes. Despite challenges in supply and demand, the company expresses optimism, targeting double-digit growth in 2024.</p>

<p>This achievement stands as a testament to India's rising economic affluence, with a discernible trend toward luxury spending, exemplified by the growing preference for premium vehicles and a forward-looking embrace of electric cars.</p>


Mercedes-Benz celebrates a remarkable milestone in India, citing a record-breaking 10% surge in sales, reaching 17,408 units in 2023. This achievement reflects a burgeoning trend in India's economic affluence, with a significant focus on luxury spending.

Mercedes-Benz celebrates a remarkable milestone in India, citing a record-breaking 10% surge in sales, reaching 17,408 units in 2023. This achievement reflects a burgeoning trend in India's economic affluence, with a significant focus on luxury spending. As the leader in the luxury car market, Mercedes-Benz has experienced unprecedented growth, surpassing its previous all-time high of 15,822 units. Notably, the German automaker achieved its best-ever H2 and Q4 sales in India, maintaining its dominance for the ninth consecutive year. Santosh Iyer, MD & CEO of Mercedes-Benz India, highlights the evolving customer profile, emphasizing a notable increase in salaried backgrounds and a significant rise in female buyers, up by 50% compared to pre-COVID times. This shift is indicative of the changing demographics and the growing aspiration among young achievers. Mercedes-Benz sees mini-metros as future growth engines, underlining the brand's strategic vision. The luxury carmaker notes a surge in SUV body styles, constituting 55% of its portfolio, with strong products like the new GLC SUV driving increased adoption. A remarkable revelation is the substantial contribution from Top End Vehicles (TEVs), constituting nearly 25% of sales. The average age of buyers for these high-end vehicles, such as the S-Class, is a mere 38 years, showcasing the appeal to a younger demographic. Furthermore, Mercedes-Benz emphasizes its commitment to the electric car segment, witnessing a 3X growth in the BEV portfolio, contributing 4% to CY 2023 sales. The company plans to add three more electric models to its lineup, acknowledging the gradual adoption of EVs among Indian customers. Mercedes-Benz India, buoyed by this success, has launched the facelifted version of the GLS SUV, showcasing continued investment with Rs 200 crore allocated for new products, production enhancement, and digitization of manufacturing processes. Despite challenges in supply and demand, the company expresses optimism, targeting double-digit growth in 2024. This achievement stands as a testament to India's rising economic affluence, with a discernible trend toward luxury spending, exemplified by the growing preference for premium vehicles and a forward-looking embrace of electric cars.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ended his 11-day fast on January 22 with the culmination of the historic consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.

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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">In a significant development, Elon Musk's Starlink is on the brink of securing approval to launch space-based broadband services in India, with reports suggesting that the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) may issue a Letter of Intent (LoI) by the end of this month. According to sources, Starlink's recent clarification to the Department for Promotion of Industry &amp; Internal Trade (DPIIT) has paved the way for this imminent approval.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">The ET Telecom report quotes an insider stating, "Starlink replied to the Department for Promotion of Industry &amp; Internal Trade, and in the next few days or by the end of this month, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) may issue a Letter of Intent (LoI) to Starlink." Meanwhile, Moneycontrol, citing its sources, suggests that the DoT could extend this crucial approval to Starlink as early as Wednesday.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Both reports highlight the preparation of an approval letter by telecom secretary Neeraj Mittal and communications secretary Ashwini Vaishnaw, expected to be finalized by next week. However, it is noted that both officials are currently abroad, with Mittal attending the PanIIT 2024 event in Washington DC and Vaishnaw participating in the World Economic Forum in Davos.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">Starlink initiated its journey in India by applying for a global mobile personal communication by satellite services (GMPCS) license in November 2022. If granted, this license will position Starlink as the third company in India, following Reliance Jio and OneWeb, to secure such authorisation. The GMPCS license would empower Starlink to provide messaging services, voice services, and broadband to individuals and organisations across India.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">However, in addition to government approval, Satcom players, including Starlink, must obtain clearance from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), the designated single-window agency for space activity approvals in India since 2023. The subsequent step involves spectrum allotment by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT).<o:p></o:p></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB">It's worth noting that Starlink faced criticism from the Telecom Ministry in late 2021 for accepting advance payments from subscribers without holding the necessary license. The Ministry directed Starlink to refund the money to approximately 5,000 pre-ordered customers in India.<o:p></o:p></span></p>


In a significant development, Elon Musk's Starlink is on the brink of securing approval to launch space-based broadband services in India, with reports suggesting that the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) may issue a Letter of Intent (LoI) by the end of this month.

In a significant development, Elon Musk's Starlink is on the brink of securing approval to launch space-based broadband services in India, with reports suggesting that the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) may issue a Letter of Intent (LoI) by the end of this month. According to sources, Starlink's recent clarification to the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT) has paved the way for this imminent approval. The ET Telecom report quotes an insider stating, "Starlink replied to the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade, and in the next few days or by the end of this month, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) may issue a Letter of Intent (LoI) to Starlink." Meanwhile, Moneycontrol, citing its sources, suggests that the DoT could extend this crucial approval to Starlink as early as Wednesday. Both reports highlight the preparation of an approval letter by telecom secretary Neeraj Mittal and communications secretary Ashwini Vaishnaw, expected to be finalized by next week. However, it is noted that both officials are currently abroad, with Mittal attending the PanIIT 2024 event in Washington DC and Vaishnaw participating in the World Economic Forum in Davos. Starlink initiated its journey in India by applying for a global mobile personal communication by satellite services (GMPCS) license in November 2022. If granted, this license will position Starlink as the third company in India, following Reliance Jio and OneWeb, to secure such authorisation. The GMPCS license would empower Starlink to provide messaging services, voice services, and broadband to individuals and organisations across India. However, in addition to government approval, Satcom players, including Starlink, must obtain clearance from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), the designated single-window agency for space activity approvals in India since 2023. The subsequent step involves spectrum allotment by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). It's worth noting that Starlink faced criticism from the Telecom Ministry in late 2021 for accepting advance payments from subscribers without holding the necessary license. The Ministry directed Starlink to refund the money to approximately 5,000 pre-ordered customers in India.

Elon Musk's Starlink nears approval for space broadband services in India

A 14-year-old Maldivian boy died on Saturday amid allegations that President Mohammed Muizzu denied permission for the use of an Indian Dornier aircraft that could have potentially saved his life.

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Ayodhya city is all decked up in preparations for the grand Ram temple inauguration. The 51-inch-tall Ram Lalla idol by sculptor Arun Yogiraj has been placed inside the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Devotees have received the first look of the idol sculpted in black stone. As per an order issued on Thursday (Jan 18), all the central government offices across the nation will remain shut for half a day on January 22. As part of the grand celebrations, several states have declared half-day or full-day holidays in government offices and educational institutions. Watch to know more!

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German Singer' Cassandra Mae's Ram Bhajan is going viral on the internet. The song garnered appreciation from Indian PM Modi. Her song is winning hearts with her song. Watch to know more!

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India and the world gears up for Ram mandir consecration event on January 22. The city of Ayodhya is decked up for the consecration of the Ram Temple. Devotees are rushing to be a part of this historic moment. Watch to know more!

Ayodhya Ram Mandir: UP CM Yogi Adityanath inspects sand art of Lord Ram

Ayodhya is gearing up for the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir on January 22. PM Modi will preside over the temple opening and the 'pran pratishtha' ceremony on January 22 in the temple town.

Ram Mandir Consecration: Lights & laser show in India's temple town

India's Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday (Jan 20) announced that the government will fence India's border with Myanmar, just like the Indo-Bangladesh border in order to bar the infiltration attempts made by illegal migrants and insurgents.

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