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PM Modi turns ‘mauni baba’ over Trump’s Russia oil claims: Congress
External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, responding to Trump's remarks, said it has been New Delhi's consistent priority to safeguard the interests of the Indian consumer in a volatile energy scenario. He said India's import...

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh questions PM Modi’s silence on Trump’s remarks about India’s Russian oil purchases
In a sharp critique of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s silence, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has questioned the government’s stance following recent statements by US President Donald Trump regarding India’s purchase of Russian oil. In post on X,...

Under shadow of Trump tariffs, India & Brazil to expand Mercosur pact. ‘Should be done in 10 months’
New Delhi: Brazil expects that the expansion of tariff lines in the India-Mercosur trade agreement will be completed within “ten months” said Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin Friday. Alckmin also highlighted Brazil’s keen interest in...

Business News | BayOne Techno Advisors Pvt Ltd (India) Achieves Great Place to Work® Certification
PNN New Delhi [India], October 18: BayOne, a US-headquartered technology solutions and talent partner, is pleased to announce that BayOne Techno Advisors Pvt Ltd (India) has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work®, a distinction...

Current Account Deficit likely to stay in check at 1.2-1.5% of GDP, progress on India-US trade talks will be crucial: Report
The domestic current account deficit (CAD) is expected to remain largely in check at around 1.2-1.5 per cent of the GDP in FY26, according to a report by Bank of Baroda. However, the report highlighted that progress on the ongoing US-India trade...

Business News | Ashwini Vaishnaw Invites Former UK PM Rishi Sunak to India's Upcoming AI Impact Summit 2026
New Delhi [India], October 18 (ANI): Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw held a conversation with former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and invited him to attend the upcoming AI Impact Summit 2026. Sharing the...

Sen. Curtis, Energy Secretary Wright on why it's time to make nuclear energy 'sexy again'
SALT LAKE CITY — U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright told a Salt Lake crowd it's time for a nuclear energy "renaissance" as the U.S. faces increased demand for energy amid an artificial intelligence arms race with China. Wright said innovation has...

Air Pollution Is Shifting Rainfall from Land to Sea in Southeast Asia, Study Finds
A new study reveals aerosols are changing weather patterns, impacting water security and flood risks. Learn how air pollution is causing a dramatic shift in rainfall from land to sea in Southeast Asia. Pollution is changing the way and where it...

New Canada–India Roadmap Prioritizes Trade and Innovation, Security Concerns Sidelined
Canada and India have taken a major step toward rebuilding their strained relationship, as Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and India’s Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar jointly announced a “New Roadmap for Canada–India Relations.”...

Virat Kohli’s hilarious mimicry act with India teammates ahead of Australia ODIs breaks the internet
Indian batter Virat Kohli brought a special vibe and energy ahead of the three-match ODI series against Australia, set to begin on October 19. The veteran batter, who is returning to the blue jersey after a long time, was seen warming up with the...

Natural gas has the potential to be a bridge to renewable energy in Mexico
There’s a clear tension between developed and emerging economies regarding how to achieve the energy transition. While Europe insists that the time has come to accelerate the pace, Asia, Latin America and Africa are experiencing lags in economic...

Pakistan Warns India Against ‘Weaponising Water’
Published on: October 18, 2025 12:27 PM ROME: Adviser to the Prime Minister Dr. Syed Tauqir Hussain Shah has issued a strong warning against the unilateral manipulation of shared water resources, accusing India of undermining a cornerstone...

Blue economy key for India’s future: NIOT Director
The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) Director, Prof. Balaji Ramakrishnan, emphasized that the blue economy is crucial for India’s sustainable future. Speaking at the curtain raiser event for the Earth Science Technology and Innovation...

WOL3D launches BRAHMA, India’s largest 3D printing farm for scalable smart manufacturing
WOL3D, one of India’s leading names in 3D printing innovation, is proud to announce the Grand Launch of BRAHMA – India’s First and Largest Consumer 3D Printing Farm, a monumental leap toward the future of additive manufacturing. With 200+ 3D...

UN Women official: China helps countries empower women economically
Source:CCTV.com 16-10-25 11:33 Updated BJT During the interview with CCTV.com at the 2025 Global Leaders' Meeting on Women in Beijing, Anna Mutavati, Regional Director for UN Women for East and Southern Africa Region, said: "China is helping...

“No child will die now”: Hyderabad doctor’s 8-year fight makes FSSAI ban ORS tag on energy drinks
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered all food business operators (FBOs) to immediately cease using the term "ORS" (Oral Rehydration Solution) in their labelling and advertisements, citing such practices as...

'They're pulling back': Trump again claims India won’t be purchasing Russian oil
Days after claiming that India will not importing oil from Russia, US President Donald Trump has once again doubled down on his assertion, claiming that New Delhi has already "de-escalated" and "more or less stopped" its oil purchases from Moscow....

Malaysia and China’s Guangxi urged to trade up and invest forward
KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on Malaysia and China’s Guangxi to ‘trade up and invest forward’ as part of efforts to elevate bilateral cooperation to new heights. He said the initiative was one of...

Indian refiners turn to Guyana’s oil amid global market shifts
Oct 18, 2025 News NEW DELHI/SINGAPORE, Oct 17 (Reuters) – Two Indian refiners have bought 4 million barrels of Guyanese crude oil from U.S. major Exxon Mobil (XOM.N), opens new tab to be delivered at the end of 2025 or in early 2026, in rare...
Concrete and China: Pioneering floating wind project weighs options
German developer BayWa re and Belgian project partner Elicio are keen on using Fgaconcrete foundations in their ground-breaking 250MW Pennavel floating offshore wind farm off the coast of Lorient, in France. The pair were awarded rights to develop...