Amit Shah: In 10 years, India will be exporting key pharma ingredients

Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated that India will become self-sufficient in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and key starting materials (KSMs) for the pharmaceutical sector within 10 years. He mentioned that the Modi government has adopted a long-term policy to achieve this goal. The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)-Ahmedabad is part of the government's plan to make India self-reliant in the pharmaceutical sector.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/B1yY6ct

Lightning strike kills two in Uttarakhand district

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/dG83nQP

Doctor's suicide case: Court acquits husband; citing 'benefit of doubt'

A doctor in Delhi has been acquitted of charges relating to his wife's suicide due to inconsistencies in the statements of prosecution witnesses. The court found that the prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the accusations of harassment and cruelty for dowry, as well as abetment of suicide. The judge concluded that the accused successfully rebutted the presumption of law and therefore acquitted him of all charges.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/3fNxUaZ

146 tigers dead in 9 months, highest in last 11 years: NTCA

India registered 146 tiger deaths from January to September 28 this year, marking the highest figure since 2012, National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) data shows. The data is a worrying trend in India’s efforts to protect its tiger population as another source, www.tigernet.nic.in, stated there has also been a surge in the seizure of tiger body parts with 14 cases recorded so far this year, the highest since 2017.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/1xbIioz

Law panel seeks shield for couples in 16-18 age group

The Law Commission has advised against lowering the “age of consent” from the existing 18 years and also suggested amendments in Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act 2012 (Pocso) to introduce guided judicial discretion for sentencing in cases involving “tacit approval” of children who are 16-18 years old.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/9fgmljn

US, Canada dial down diatribe against India on Nijjar killing

The United States and Canada are dialling down their diatribe over the alleged New Delhi hand in the killing of Sikh pro-Khalistan extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar amid a strong pushback from India about the “operating space” given to violent militants due to domestic political compulsions.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/vYKzSDN

Radical Sikhs prevent Indian high commissioner from entering gurdwara in Scotland

A group of radical Sikh activists in the UK prevented the Indian high commissioner, Vikram Doraiswami, from entering a gurdwara in Scotland. The activists claimed that Indian officials are not welcome in any gurdwara in the UK, citing recent tensions and targeting of British Sikhs. A video of the incident was posted on Instagram, showing a confrontation between the activists and a gurdwara committee member.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/6l7Io0A

Digvijaya urges INDIA bloc to come up with Common Minimum Programme

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/9ZGksFe

Varanasi court junks plea to stop Gyanvapi ASI survey

A Varanasi court rejected Thursday a plea by the Gyanvapi mosque management to stop the Archaeological Survey of India’s (ASI) scientific study and survey of the complex, adjacent to the Kashi Vishwanath temple in the city.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/u216apD

EAM S Jaishankar meets US secretary of state Antony Blinken

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met US secretary of state Antony Blinken in Washington. The meeting comes amid serious diplomatic tensions between India and Canada stirred by the killing of a Khalistani terrorist.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/InYgHhD

Centre opens up new areas north of Pangong for tourists

The home ministry has opened up for tourists two forbidden areas close to the strategic Chang Chenmo sector north of Pangong lake in Ladakh, even as the border standoff with China runs into its fourth year. A September 14 circular by the ministry also allows foreign tourists to stay overnight in Hanle, a Mecca for stargazers 254 km east of Leh.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/hfRkZ35

Women's reservation bill: Poem recited by RJD MP Manoj Jha in Rajya Sabha triggers political storm

A small poem recited by RJD MP Manoj Jha during a debate on the Women’s Reservation Bill in the Rajya Sabha last week has now triggered political storm in Bihar with Grand Alliance leader and former MP Anand Mohan threatening to “pull out tongue” of the parliamentarian for this move.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/wkbeM6V

AFSPA extended for further 6 months in parts of Nagaland, Arunachal

The Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act has been extended in parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland, giving armed forces personnel sweeping powers in "disturbed areas" to maintain public order. The declaration was made by the Union Home Ministry and will be in effect for a period of six months, starting from October 1, 2023.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/vDo2fng

Sporta Tech petitions Bombay high court against show cause to levy steep GST for ‘gambling’ services

Sporta Technologies Pvt Ltd, an online fantasy sports gaming company, has filed a petition in the Bombay High Court to challenge show cause notices regarding a steep Goods and Service Tax (GST) bill. The company argues that it offers "gambling" services, which are subject to a 28% GST rate. Sporta Technologies claims that the notices lack jurisdiction and go against previous Supreme Court judgments that determined their services were games of skill rather than gambling.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/HEBM9qW

BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain undergoes angioplasty at Mumbai hospital

Former Union minister and BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain suffered a cardiac arrest on Tuesday and has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai."BJP leader Shahnawaz Hussain was admitted to Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital after a complaint of high blood pressure earlier today. The ECG and 2D Eco reports showed he suffered a minor heart attack," PTI reported quoting officials.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/nMZAzKr

Muzaffarnagar slapping: Incident in school should shake UP govt conscience, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh police for not invoking relevant provisions of law in the Muzaffarnagar incident, where a schoolboy was allegedly slapped by his classmates on the instruction of a teacher because of his religion. The court directed the UP government to appoint a senior IPS officer to investigate the case and submit a status report.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/Gp2eKiE

SC removes barrier, allows deaf lawyer to argue in sign language

The Supreme Court in India has started allowing sign language interpretation for hearing impaired lawyers, demonstrating that not everything needs to be spoken aloud in court. In a recent case, a deaf advocate was permitted to virtually argue with the help of a sign language interpreter.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/0MBTNSu

EAM S Jaishankar, UN secretary general Antonio Guterres discuss India's G20 Presidency, global challenges

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres discussed India's G20 Presidency and global challenges, including Afghanistan and Myanmar, during their meeting at the UN Headquarters. Jaishankar expressed appreciation for Guterres' commitment to reforming International Financial Institutions.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/jd0IhGU

Malegaon blast case: Special court to hear all accused on October 3

BJP leader Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur has appeared before a special NIA court in the 2008 Malegaon blast case. Pragya Thakur's presence was required to record statements of all seven accused. One of the accused, Sudhakar Dwivedi, was granted exemption due to religious rituals. The other five accused were also present. Pragya Thakur arrived late and cited health issues.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/cTUb9nf

FCRA registered NGOs will have to give details of assets created using foreign funds

NGOs registered under the FCRA in India will now be required to disclose details of movable and immovable assets created using foreign funds. This requirement was introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs through a gazette notification. The ministry also extended the validity of FCRA licenses until March 2024 for entities whose licenses were expiring on September 30.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/WM5Fbl1

'Vistara to continue as Vistara till Air India reaches appropriate level:' Campbell Wilson

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/a0lTxP8

SC sets up seven-judge bench to reconsider 1998 verdict granting immunity from prosecution to MPs/MLAs

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/jmzEiTo

IMD: Cyclonic circulation over Andaman sea likely on September 29

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the monsoon may begin its withdrawal within the next 24 hours. At the same time, a new cyclonic circulation is expected to form over the north Andaman Sea and its surroundings on September 29. This new system could bring more rainfall along the eastern coasts towards the end of September and early October. The IMD also forecasts heavy rainfall in certain regions, including Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Sikkim.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/hKyIfDH

Srinagar corporator arrested in sexual harassment case

Srinagar: A corporator of Srinagar Municipal Corporation, Aqib Ahmed Renzu from Nishat area, was arrested on charges of sexual harassment, outraging modesty, and online stalking, Srinagar Police said on Saturday. A case had been registered in this regard at RM Bagh police station under relevant sections of the law, police said.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/7pUnHvo

Entry of first-generation lawyers, more women in legal profession steps towards inclusivity: SC judge

Supreme Court Judge Justice Hima Kohli emphasized the importance of inclusivity in the legal profession during the Forbes India-Legal Power List 2022 event. She highlighted the entry of first-generation lawyers from diverse backgrounds and the increased representation of women as positive steps towards inclusivity and a shift in the legal landscape.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/JG9o38s

Canada says 'no place for hate', reassures Hindus

Public safety minister Dominic LeBlanc and Sikh MPs Harjit Singh Sajjan and Randeep Sarai have reassured Canadian Hindus of their safety. The department stated that there is no place for hate in Canada.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/OfM0qJR

Canada shared intelligence on Nijjar murder with India weeks ago: Justin Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday said that ​​Canada shared evidence on allegations behind Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing with the Indian government weeks ago.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/BZ5NTYy

Outrage over BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri's abuse of BSP's Danish Ali in Lok Sabha

Derogatory remarks made by BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri against BSP member Danish Ali in the Lok Sabha have sparked a controversy. The opposition demanded Bidhuri's suspension. Ali threatened to quit Parliament if action not taken.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/CquxJk6

Mirwaiz freed after 4 years, seeks talks, calls for return of Pandits at Friday prayers

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, detained since August 2019, was released from house arrest. He led prayers in Srinagar's Jamia Masjid, advocating for dialogue to resolve the Kashmir issue. He expressed his desire for the return of Kashmiri Pandits and emphasized the humanitarian aspect of the conflict.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/5B7nej9

TDP to move SC seeking relief for party chief Chandrababu Naidu

The legal wing of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) plans to approach the Supreme Court after the Andhra Pradesh high court dismissed TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu's petition to quash an FIR against him. TDP state president K Atchen Naidu accused Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy of adopting a vengeful approach towards the party.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/xBK2TmW

Boeing outlines 'Make in India' approach for upgrading P-81 aircraft

Boeing has revealed its strategy to enhance the engineering, manufacturing, and maintenance capabilities of the P-8I aircraft in India. The company is aiming for an additional order of six planes, as the Indian Navy currently operates a fleet of 12 P-8I aircraft. The P-8I is equipped for various operations such as anti-submarine warfare and intelligence surveillance. Boeing has already made a significant economic impact in India and is actively looking to enhance capabilities in the country. Discussions are ongoing with the Indian Navy regarding adding more P-8I aircraft to their fleet.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/EbaGil6

PM Modi leads MPs into new House with pledge of a 'grand India'

In a speech that hewed to his sunny "this is India's moment" theme, the PM said Parliament should focus on reforms geared to serve the aspirations of 140 crore Indians. He also said that the world was convinced that India's rise was unstoppable.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/HXFkUB6

Should there be sub-quota for OBC women? Debate rages

The joint parliamentary committee report examining the 1996 women's reservation bill had recommended that quota be provided for OBC women once the Constitution was amended to allow for reservation for OBCs.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/hDN9YU3

Old Parliament building is now Samvidhan Sadan; New building becomes "Parliament House of India"

The old Parliament building in New Delhi will now be called "Samvidhan Sadan" as per the proposal made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The decision was accepted by both the Lok Sabha Speaker and the Rajya Sabha chairman. The new Parliament building, on the other hand, has been named "Parliament House of India".

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/cKW6de0

Top terrorist killed as Anantnag operation winds down but mop-up to continue

Security forces have identified the body of Uzair Khan, a top commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba shadow group The Resistance Force, who was killed in the forests near Gadool village of Kokernag in north Kashmir’s Anantnag district during a week-long search-and-shoot operation.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/PZQBsmy

9 separatist outfits supporting terror groups have bases in Canada; India's deportation requests ignored: Officials

According to officials, multiple separatist organizations supporting terror groups are operating freely in Canada, despite India's requests for deportation. These organizations, including the World Sikh Organization, Khalistan Tiger Force, and Sikhs for Justice, are allegedly working on behalf of Pakistan.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/BF4KYyx

During G20, India emerged as a ‘Vishwa Mitra': PM Modi

Recalling the emotional moment for inclusion of African Union in G20 during its presidency’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the success of G20 is of 140 crore Indians adding that India has carved a place for itself as ‘Vishwa Mitra’. PM Modi in his opening speech during the special session of Parliament on Monday expressed gratitude for the acknowledgement of the success of G20 by the Chair.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/WbPVowM

INDIA Alliance to meet at Kharge's office in Parliament ahead of special session

The floor leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) are due to meet on Monday at the office of Rajya Sabha leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge in Parliament, ahead of the five-day special session of Parliament, which is set to begin on Monday. The INDI Alliance floor leaders will meet before the commencement of the Parliament special session to plan the strategy for the house floor.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/ksTwY0f

India's reintroduction project on course despite challenges, says Cheetah Conservation Fund

According to the Namibia-based Cheetah Conservation Fund, the cheetah's incredible journey in the first year of their reintroduction in India has been marked by both failures and accomplishments, and the project is on schedule. The CCF has worked closely with Indian officials to reintroduce cheetahs in India. Laurie Marker, the creator of CCF, has been important in developing plans for the introduction and has visited India numerous times since 2009.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/dENCw3m

India's G20 presidency | The emerging global order

India's G20 presidency | The emerging global order

from India Today | The Big Story https://ift.tt/15O0e2J

Seat sharing talks likely at today’s INDIA bloc meeting: Raghav Chadha

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Congress have not yet discussed seat-sharing within the INDIA alliance, informed AAP MP Raghav Chadha, adding that the matter is expected to be taken up at the first meeting of the 14-member coordination committee. Chadha stated that the meeting's focus is to finalize the issues to be addressed, plan mass outreach, and have seat-sharing conversations on a state-by-state basis.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/SR4hYC3

Watching porn in private time without showing it to others not an offence: Kerala HC

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/goG3nvB

Chandrababu Naidu arrest: INDIA bloc leaders 'reach out' to TDP chief

The arrest of former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu by the Jagan Mohan Reddy-led state government has led to support from the INDIA bloc parties. West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee, a key ally of the bloc, criticized the arrest and expressed her disapproval.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/KwjnGqh

Clear need in India to redouble efforts to uphold rights of all minorities: UN rights chief

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/sod8Pm4

Dutch companies ask for 'easier' excise policy, sops as PM Rutte meets Karnataka ministers

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/w0Mb1fy

Ample opportunities for increasing Saudi investments in India: President Droupadi Murmu

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/3Q9dGyE

Govt, Navy collaborating with partners to 'reconstruct' ancient stitched ship, plan unique voyage

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/srF5Rbp

India-Middle East-Europe corridor to be ‘equivalent to Silk Route, Spice Route put together’: Saudi minister

Saudi Arabian investment minister Khalid Al-Falih has described the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEE EC) as being "equivalent to the Silk Route and Spice Route put together." He believes that the corridor, which will connect India to Europe via the Middle East, will be historically significant. Al-Falih highlighted the importance of new energy, data, connectivity, human resources, and aviation routes in this project.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/V8G9QPf

Deve Gowda puts seal on BJP pact, rumblings in JD(S)

The JD(S) national president's confirmation of the tie-up came two days after BJP's ex-Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa appeared to spill the beans about a pre-poll understanding before the two sides could make a formal announcement. Deve Gowda told reporters in Bengaluru that BJP and JD(S) were starting out on 'an equal footing' in Karnataka. "A final meeting between HDK (Deve Gowda's son) and PM Modi will decide the seats we will contest," he said.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/T8xI4Yo

Missing BSF jawan found at native village, BSF launches probe

Two days after a BSF jawan went missing from a forward post along the Line of Control in Balakote sector of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, he was found at his native village in Bihar on Sunday, following which the BSF initiated a departmental probe against him. "The constable-grade jawan went missing from the forward post in Bharani in Balakote sector early Friday", an official said.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/4S2IdTV

Congratulate you for doing it in a budget less than that of 'Interstellar': IMF chief to PM Modi on Chandrayaan-3 success

Several world leaders at the G20 Summit here congratulated PM Narendra Modi on the success of Chandrayaan-3, with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva hailing India for achieving the feat "in a budget less than that of the movie Interstellar", according to sources.During various sessions and meetings of the G20, many world leaders showered praise on India for its lunar mission and also lauded the successful launch of Aditya L1, India's first space-based mission to study the Sun.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/7FhjL6s

No civilian blocks for VVIPs on highways in J&K: ADG

Civilian traffic will not be halted when VVIPs move along national highways in J&K, ADG (Kashmir) Vijay Kumar announced Saturday. At the meeting, Kumar pushed for a survey of highways and with recommendations of SOP changes, if necessary, to maintain smooth civilian traffic.

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/09mpsPr

Chinese Premier Li meets Italian counterpart on G20 summit sidelines amid Italy's plans to pull out of BRI

Chinese Premier Li Qiang met his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G20 summit on Saturday and addressed bilateral ties in the wake of Italy's decision to withdraw from China's ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) because the project "did not produce the expected results."

from India News | Latest India News Headlines & Live Updates from India - Times of India https://ift.tt/acSCAeP