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Nissan considering plant closures in Japan, overseas, sources say

TOKYO, Japan: Nissan is reportedly considering shutting down two car assembly plants in Japan and several overseas factories, including in Mexico, as part of a sweeping cost-cutting plan, sources told Reuters.

The automaker is reportedly considering the closure of its Oppama plant, which has been operational since 1961, and the Shonan plant, operated by Nissan Shatai, a subsid

Two mountaineers die on Everest as 2025 climbing season begins

KATHMANDU, Nepal: An Indian climber and a Filipino climber were the first to die on Mount Everest during the current climbing season from March to May, officials said this week.

Subrata Ghosh, a 45-year-old from India, died on May 15 while coming down after reaching the top of Everest, which is 8,849 meters (29,032 feet) high. He died near the Hillary Step, a dangerous area close to the summit.

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US smartphone shipments rose 30% in March due to tariff concerns

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Smartphone shipments to the United States jumped 30 percent in March as manufacturers including Apple, Samsung, and Motorola raced to bring more devices into the country ahead of potential import tariffs, according to a report by Counterpoint Research released this week.

Apple, in particular, airlifted a record $2 billion worth of iPhones from India in March, relying on Indian suppliers Foxconn

Himachal Pradesh Police deliver major blow to drug trade, attach properties worth Rs 2.65 cr

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): As part of its strict campaign against drug trafficking, Kangra Police attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 2.65 crores belonging to three drug offenders involved in various Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act cases.

According to a release from the Office of the Director General of Police, Himachal Pradesh, in the first case, Kangra Police

"We want to tell the world about Pakistan's false propaganda": AAP MP Ashok Mittal

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): As the all-party delegation led by DMK MP Kanimozhi bgean its outreach visit on Operation Sindoor to Russia, Spain, Greece, Slovenia and Latvia; key members reiterated India's united stance against terrorism and condemned Pakistan's false propaganda.

AAP MP Ashok Kumar Mittal said, 'We want to tell the world about Pakistan's false propaganda. India fights only for its own security

"Japan needs to be with us in fight against terror": All-Party Delegation member Brittas

Tokyo [Japan], May 22 (ANI): CPI(M) leader and member of the all-party delegation, John Brittas, stated on Thursday that the delegation had an extensive discussion with the Indian Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George, during which they were briefed on their itinerary.

Speaking with ANI, Brittas highlighted that their meeting aimed to send India's message across as a terror-opposing nation and how Japan needs to be wi

Shrikant Shinde-led all-party delegation meets UAE Minister Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan

Abu Dhabi (UAE), May 22 (ANI): An all-party delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde met UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi as part of India's global outreach against terrorism post Operation Sindoor.

The delegation included BJP MPs Bansuri Swaraj and Atul Garg, Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra, BJP leader SS Ahluwalia, IUML MP ET Moh

Hisar District Court sends Youtuber Jyoti Malhotra to four days police remand

Hisar (Haryana) [India], May 22 (ANI): Haryana's Hisar District Court sent YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra to a four-day police remand on Thursday.

The YouTuber was arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information and being in continuous contact with a Pakistani citizen.

Meanwhile, Inspector General of Police (IGP) CID Crime Branch, Sarthak Sarangi, said that facts are being verified.

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"PM Modi's target of net zero by 2070 needs to achieved by collective efforts of all": CM Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 22 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday inaugurated the National Seminar-2025 on 'Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development'.

The CM stated that the task of achieving the country's goal of net zero by 2070 could not just be fulfilled at the government level but required the collective efforts of everyone.

'Prime Minister Narendra Modi a

Market Cap of NSE-Listed companies increased sixfold in 11 years: NSE Chief

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): The market capitalization of companies listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) has grown nearly six times in the past 11 years, said Ashish Kumar Chauhan, MD and CEO of NSE.

He was speaking at the 16th Capital Market Conference organised by the industry body ASSOCHAM in New Delhi.

Chauhan also pointed out that as of today, India has the fourth-largest equity market in th

"If terrorists are in Pakistan, we will hit them where they are": Jaishankar outlines India's approach to countering terrorism

Amsterdam [Netherlands], May 22 (ANI): Outlining India's approach to counter-terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that Operation Sindoor is continuing as India will respond if there is another terror attack like the one at Pahalgam and target terrorists if they are operating from Pakistan.

In an interview with Netherlands-based NOS, Jaishankar said that India hit terror sites named in the list r

"PM should answer, he is diverting attention": Jairam Ramesh on Trump's claims of brokering cessation of hostilities between India-Pak

New Delhi [India], May 22 (ANI): Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Thursday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not refuting US President Donald Trump's repeated claims of brokering the understanding of hostilities between India and Pakistan.

Speaking with ANI, Jairam said that Trump has made these claims eight times in the last eleven days, questioning PM Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaish

VP Dhankhar inaugurates statues of Acharya Charaka, Sage Susruta at Goa Raj Bhavan

Panaji (Goa) [India], May 22 (ANI): Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the statues of Acharya Charaka and Sage Susruta installed at Raj Bhavan, Goa, on Thursday. State Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai and Chief Minister Pramod Sawant were present.

Acharya Charaka is regarded as the father of Ayurveda, and Sage Susruta as the father of surgery.

'Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the statues

"India's stance is to wipe off the terror sponsors," says all party delegation leader Sanjay Jha in Tokyo

Tokyo [Japan], May 22 (ANI): Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Jha who is leading an All-Party Delegation to Japan ahs appealed to all world leaders to side with India against Pakistan's sponsorship of terrorism.

Jha, who along with his delegation members arrived in the Japanese capital of Tokyo on Thursday while talking to ANI said that they aimed to present India's stand on the new normal in context of Pakistan-spo

Audi India unveils Audi Drive Sure for responsible driver education

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22 (ANI): Audi, the German luxury automotive brand, launched 'Drive Sure', a strategic driving training program. Aimed at empowering performance-oriented car owners and drivers to be safe, skilled and responsible behind the wheel. Audi Drive Sure will equip drivers with advanced technical expertise and safety awareness.

Audi Driving Program is curated for luxury car owners to eq