The Latest Breaking News from India

Why does the West love Modi?

Modi is being feted at the White House despite concerns over India’s democratic decline. The reason? China.

Al Jazeera · Jun 22, 2023

Fitch raises India's GDP forecast to 6.3% from 6% for current fiscal year

Fitch Ratings on June 22, 2023 raised its forecast for India’s economic growth to 6.3% for current fiscal year 2023-24 from 6% it had predicted previously

The Hindu · Jun 22, 2023

India vs Pak @SAFF C'ship: A hat-trick, an ugly brawl, a red card and a headbutt

If the India vs Pakistan SAFF Championship football match made headlines days before it was scheduled to be played due to visa issues for the travelling Pakistan team, it made bigger headlines a day after the game thanks to some very good football played by the Indian team as well…

The Times of India · Jun 22, 2023

Here’s how your gut health and mental health are connected

Mental health problems are increasing globally owing to various reasons, including stress, poor lifestyle, substance abuse, and so on. A study conducted by the WHO in 2019 asserts that mental health disorders account for approx 15% of all diseases worldwide. Also, it says that more than 90 million Indians suffer…

The Times of India · Jun 22, 2023

What to know about India's ties with Russia

India considers Russia a time-tested ally from the Cold War era with key cooperation in defense, oil, nuclear energy and space exploration

The Independent UK · Jun 22, 2023

#FreeThePress: Ahead of Modi’s White House visit, full-page ad in WaPo on India’s press freedom issues

Prime minister Narendra Modi is currently in the United States – doing yoga, hanging out with Neil deGrasse Tyson and Elon Musk, gifting Jill Biden a 7.5 carat green diamond, and having crucial dinners and meetings with US president Joe Biden. 

Newslaundry · Jun 22, 2023

NIIF in talks to raise $244 million for infrastructure

NEW DELHI: India’s National Investment Infrastructure Fund is in talks to raise at least 20 billion rupees ($244 million) for an infrastructure investment trust, according to people familiar with the matter.

The Times of India · Jun 22, 2023

Marinated millet, stuffed mushrooms and risotto on White House State dinner menu for PM Modi

More than 400 guests have been invited for the dinner at the specially decorated pavilion on the South Lawn of the White House. Read more on The Hindu

The Hindu · Jun 22, 2023

India vs Pakistan: Sunil Chhetri's hat-trick floors Pakistan in SAFF Championship

BENGALURU: It was like a match-up between the top seed and a qualifier in a Grand Slam as India coasted to an emphatic 4-0 win against a jet-lagged Pakistan team. The only blemish was the red card to coach Igor Stimac in what was otherwise a dominating performance by the…

The Times of India · Jun 22, 2023

Global money flocks to India as PM Modi hobnobs with Elon Musk, Ray Dalio

WASHINGTON: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to the US couldn’t have come at a better time. A buzzing economy, equity benchmarks at record highs and a rapidly growing consumer market all make for a great advertisement as he pitches the country’s potential to American corporate executives and investors.

The Times of India · Jun 22, 2023