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India's annual GDP growth slows to 6.5%, lowest in four years

NEW DELHI, India: India's economy hit a four-year low of 6.5 percent, lifted by an impressive fourth-quarter growth at 7.4 percent.

The Reserve Bank of India had projected 6.5 percent GDP growth for the fiscal year 2024-2025. In 2023-2024, India's GDP grew by an impressive 9.2 percent, continuing to be the fastest-growing major economy.

According to official data, the economy grew 8.7 percent and 7.2 perc

Delhi govt bans 'illegal' killing, sacrifice on Eid; bans sharing of videos on social media

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): In a move to uphold animal welfare and maintain public hygiene, the Delhi Government has issued a strict advisory against the illegal killing and sacrifice of cows, calves, camels, and other prohibited animals during the Bakra-Eid on June 7, a release said.

The advisory issued by the Delhi Government outlines strict guidelines to ensure lawful and hygienic practices during Bakra E

All party-delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad arrives in Berlin

Berlin [Germany], June 6 (ANI): The all-party delegation, led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad, arrived in Berlin on Thursday (local time) to convey India's 'resolute and united' stand against terrorism. India's Ambassador to Germany, Ajit Gupte, welcomed the nine-member delegation in Berlin.

In a post shared on X, Indian Embassy in Germany stated, 'The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by Hon'ble MP Shri Ravi

"It was too crowded": Bengaluru stampede victim

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): Venu, one of the injured in the stampede that took place outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on June 4, is undergoing treatment at a hospital, recounted the tragedy that left eleven people dead and many more injured.

The incident occurred when a massive crowd of fans gathered to greet the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after they had won the IPL.

'We

"No comments, let law take its own course..": DK Shivakumar on Bengaluru stampede

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday refrained from offering further remarks on the Bengaluru stampede incident and said that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had already shared all necessary details.

He also said that the law will take its own course.

'I don't want to comment on anything. We have discussed in detail. The Chief Minister has explai

EAM Jaishankar, Uzbekistan counterpart Saidov discuss cooperation in connectivity, trade

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with his Uzbekistan counterpart Bakhtiyor Saidov in Delhi on Thursday and spoke about the common challenge of terrorism for our regions. The two leaders discussed cooperation in connectivity, investment, trade and energy sectors.

In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, 'Pleased to meet @FM_Saidov of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Spok

"Highly successful visit of all-party delegation": Indian envoy

Brussels [Belgium], June 5 (ANI): India's Ambassador to Belgium, Saurabh Kumar, said the all-party delegation's visit to Brussels was very successful. In just one and a half days, the delegation held over 10 meetings with leaders from the European Union and Belgium.

He said the group shared India's concerns about cross-border terrorism, details of Operation Sindoor, and called for global support for zero toleran

"I'm better now, but I can't walk..": Bengaluru stampede victim

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): Venu, one of the injured in the stampede that took place outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on June 4, is undergoing treatment at a hospital, recounted the tragedy that left eleven people dead and many more injured.

The incident occurred when a massive crowd of fans gathered to greet the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after they had won the IPL.

'We

"India-US bilateral trade agreement negotiations resume in Delhi"

Brescia [Italy], June 5 (ANI): The next round of negotiations for the India-United States Bilateral Trade Agreement commenced in Delhi, with US trade team officials in the capital engaging in crucial discussions aimed at strengthening economic ties between the two nations.

In an exclusive interview with ANI, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that US trade team officials have reached India, wit

Good engagement with India's all-party delegation: India and Emerging Asia Economics Chairperson praises unity among political parties

Washington, DC [US], June 6 (ANI): India and Emerging Asia Economics Chairperson Richard Rossow said that the all-party delegation's interaction with think tanks was 'good' and praised the unity among political parties.

The all-party delegation, led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, interacted with members of various think tanks at the Embassy of India at the US on Thursday (local time).

Speaking to ANI afte

J-K: Security heightened at Udhampur Railway Station ahead of PM Modi's visit to Katra

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 6 (ANI): Security has been heightened at the Udhampur Railway Station ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Katra on Friday during wich he will inaugurate the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge, and flag off the Vande Bharat Express train between Katra and Srinagar.

Ahead of flagging off the Vande Bharat Express between Katra and Srinagar on Jun

"Useful briefing, heard India's perspective regarding Pahalgam attack": Center for New American Security Director on meeting delegation

Washington, DC [US], June 6 (ANI): Center for New American Security Director Lisa Curtis said that the briefing by the India's all party delegation was 'very useful' and they heard their perspective regarding the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam and India's response to the attack.

Speaking to ANI, Curtis stated that the meeting was a good way to build understanding about what happened in India an

Phil Salt to miss upcoming T20I series against West Indies due to paternity leave

London [UK], June 6 (ANI): England right-hand batter Phil Salt is set to miss the upcoming T20I series against West Indies on paternity leave, as reported by ESPNcricinfo.

During the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Salt went back home after the Qualifier 1 in which his franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) outclassed Punjab Kings (PBKS) in order to enter the final of the tournament. He rejoined the team

JP Nadda chairs high-level meeting to review availability, distribution of fertilisers in Kharif season

New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilisers, JP Nadda, chaired a high-level meeting on Thursday with officials from the Department of Fertilisers to review the availability and distribution of fertilisers during the ongoing Kharif season, the ministry said in an official statement.

During the meeting, Jagat Prakash Nadda underscored the critical role of agriculture in ensuring fo

"Wanted to hog limelight" BJP MP Tejasvi Surya holds Karnataka CM, Dy CM 'squarely responsible' for Bengaluru stampede

Washington DC [US], June 6 (ANI): BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Thursday held Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar 'squarely responsible' over the stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on June 4 that left 11 dead and dozens injured.

The incident occurred when a massive crowd of fans gathered to greet the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) after they had won the I