In a significant boost to India's global trade credentials, New Delhi has signed a deal with the European free trade association. That's a four nation bloc, comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland, which will soon open an office in India. The free trade deal is a culmination of over 15 years of negotiations between India and the E-F-T-A. Watch to know more!

India-EFTA trade deal to generate $100 billion of investment in next 15 years

The Indian Supreme Court dismissed a plea filed by SBI. The SBI sought an extension extension till June 30 to disclose details of electoral bonds encashed by political parties. Watch this video for all details.

Electoral Bonds: Setback for SBI as Supreme Court directs it to furnish details by March 12

Against the backdrop of this historic deal Indian ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein Mridul Kumar spoke to WION about the India- EFTA deal. In a significant boost to India's global trade credentials, New Delhi has signed a deal with the European free trade association. That's a four nation bloc, comprising Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland, which will soon open an office in India. Watch to know more!

Indian ambassador to 2 EFTA countries, Mridul Kumar speaks to WION on India-EFTA trade pact

India-EFTA Trade Deal: A game changer for investments with $100 Billion Inflow

Today, the Supreme Court will consider the State Bank of India's application, which asks for an extension till June 30th to provide information about the Election Bonds. In accordance with the verdict rendered on February 15, the Bank was required to provide the data to the Indian Election Commission by March 6.

Electoral bonds: Electoral bonds scheme case timeline, all you need to know

With election fever rising in India Trinamool Congress has become the latest party to officially kickstart its campaign ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha Polls. Watch to know more!

Lok Sabha Polls: TMC chief Mamata Banerjee launches election campaign with mega rally in Kolkata

A landmark Maritime security exercise between the Indian and US Coast Guards has concluded. The Sea Defenders 2024 focused on enhancing Maritime cooperation and interoperability between the two forces. This drill was conducted at India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands. One of the highlights of the exercise was the pollution response demonstration where Indian coast guard ships and aircrafts displayed their proficiency in responding to oil spills and other environmental hazards. Watch to know more!

Indo-US joint maritime security exercise Sea Defenders-2024 concludes at Port Blair

While Saudi Arabia begins the holy month on March 11th, India will follow a day later due to moon sighting variations. Watch to know more.

Ramadan 2024: In India, Ramadan to begin on March 12

Electoral bonds: India's SC rejects SBI's electoral bonds plea

Norwegian businesses have welcomed the India EFTA trade pact. The trade pact was signed between India and the 4 European countries -Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland signed the pact under which $100 bn commitment has been made on investment front. The agreement will provide zero tariffs on almost all Norwegian exports to India.

Norwegian businesses welcome India EFTA trade pact

Miss World 2024 winner: The winner of the 71st edition of the Miss World pageant has finally been announced! The event was held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. The 71st edition of the Miss World pageant made a grand return to India after a gap of nearly 28 years. The much-anticipated grand finale was held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai with Karan Johar taking the hosting duties for the night. Watch to know more!

Miss World 2024: Czech Republic's Krystyna Pyszkova wins 71st Miss World crown

Exiled Tibetans living in the Indian city of Dharamshala mark the 65th anniversary of their Uprising against China today. Back in 1959 the incident led to over 80,000 Tibetans fleeing to India along with the spiritual leader the Dalai Lama. Watch to know more!

Tibetans in Dharamsala hold march to commemorate 65th 'National Uprising Day'

Four Nepali nationals who claim they were fraudulently tricked into joining the Russian army as fighters, have pleaded with the Indian government to rescue them.

‘You are powerful,’ Nepali men stuck in Russia urge India to help as Kathmandu ‘ignores’ them

India: PM Modi hails landmark India-EFTA trade agreement

Electoral bonds: The Supreme Court of India hears SBI's extension plea

While blind Cricket has been in India for nearly three decades it has gained momentum ever since Cricket Association for the blind in India was constituted as the sports Apex body, since then the enthusiastic Indian team has won all three editions of the T20 World Cups. Adding weight to Blind Cricket in India is Samarth by Hyundai an initiative which aims to help create a more aware and inclusive Society for people with disabilities. Watch to know more!

Hyundai's Samarth Championship for blind cricket bats for an equal playing field

Against the backdrop of the India-EFTA historic deal, Norwegian Minister for Trade and Industry, Jan Christian Vestre and Liechtenstein Minister of Foreign Affairs, Education and Sport, Dominique Hasler spoke to WION. Watch to know more!

Norway & Liechtenstein Ministers speak on India-EFTA agreement

Indian politician Manpreet Singh Badal, who is former Punjab finance minister, suffered a heart attack on Sunday (Mar 10) and was rushed to hospital. As reported by India-based news agency PTI, a doctor attending to him said that the 61-year-old leader underwent an angioplasty as there was a blockage in one of his arteries.

India: Ex-Punjab finance minister Manpreet Badal suffers heart attack, rushed to hospital

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Northern State of Uttar Pradesh. The visit is part of his 10-day tour across 12 States and union territories ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. Early in the day the Prime Minister launched development projects worth over $4 billion inaugurating 15 airport projects including 12 new terminal buildings during his visit to Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh. The Prime Minister was accompanied by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other top Party leaders as well. Watch to know more!

India: PM Modi virtually launches ‘Mahatari Vandana' Scheme for women in Chhattisgarh

Indian band Shakti made the country proud at the Grammys this year. Did you know violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan was confident about the win? In this exclusive conversation with WION's Samarpita Das, the musician reveals more.

Violinist Ganesh Rajagoapalan on Grammy win: It was so great to go up on stage and make India proud

The indian general election is not just another electoral exercise. It is a festival celebrating democracy. Over 900 million indians are eligible to participate in the world's biggest elections. It's no surprise that the upcoming general elections will involve a huge expenditure too.

India: Over $14 billion to spent by political parties, says report

Iceland's Foreign Minister, Bjarni Benediktsson, expressed enthusiasm over the signing of a trade and economic agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). He highlighted the vast opportunities this partnership brings for all EFTA states and India, particularly in industries like fishing and energy. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, he said, "At the end of the day, a free trade agreement is something that just opens the door. So now it's up to the business partners to seize those opportunities and have good things come out of this." He also spoke on investment commitments under the pact, supply chain focus etc. Watch to know more!

India EFTA Deal: Iceland FM Bjarni Benediktsson to WION on opportunities for EFTA states

We put the spotlight on the Indian economy and most notably it's domestic currency-- the rupee. The Indian rupee has outperformed other emerging market currencies in the past six months. But what does this mean for the global economy?

What a strong rupee means for the global economy

Just weeks before India's general elections ar kickstarting, India's Election Commissioner Arun Goel has stepped down from his position.

India: Election Commissioner Arun Goel resigns weeks before General Elections

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