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made in India. Apple Inc plans to make iPhone 15, manufactured in India, available in the South Asian country, reported Bloomberg citing sources. (This is a breaking, refresh for updates)

climate change, enhancing national security and correcting for four decades of globalisation during which workers suffered and growth slowed. In the emerging world, governments hope that subsidies can secure a foothold in supply chains as worried Westerners move production out of China. The sums being spent are vast, and growing.

Hindalco Industries Limited on Tuesday said it has signed a technology partnership with Italy-based Metra SpA, to bring latest aluminium extrusion technology to India for building rail coaches. The company will set up an extrusion press in the country as part of the ₹2,000 crore investment that Kumar Mangalam Birla, chairman of the company, had announced during the company’s 64th annual general meeting (AGM) last month. “We are even more excited to partner Indian railways and the passenger coach manufacturing ecosystem for the ambitious high-speed Vande Bharat trains.

BJP on Tuesday accused the INDIA bloc of having a hidden agenda to attack Sanatan Dharma for its vote bank politics as it questioned the «silence» of opposition leaders amid frequent critical remarks by DMK leaders about the ancient faith.

₹400 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 1.33 crore shares by a promoter and existing shareholders. Promoter Tangi Facility Solutions Private Ltd. will offload 66.5 lakh shares in the IPO and two private equity funds, India Business Excellence Fund-II and India Business Excellence Fund–IIA, will sell 13.3 lakh and 53.2 lakh shares, respectively.

lithium. A dozen obscure cousins are also vital for a more basic need: maintaining armies. The eclectic family of war minerals spans generations.

Narendra Modi, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is now encountering backlash in his home country over his treatment at the G20 Leaders Summit in New Delhi. PM Modi did not post any “welcome note" for Trudeau as he did for other leaders after the Canadian PM landed in India.

Indian Air Force (IAF) IL-78 tanker refuelled Mig 29 M and Rafale fighter aircraft of the Egyptian Air Force as part of the Exercise Bright Star-23, Indian Air Force said on Tuesday. The IAF Mig 29 UPG was also seen as part of the mission. «Interoperability in the Egyptian skies! An IL-78 tanker of the Indian Air Force refuels Mig 29 M and Rafale fighters of the Egyptian Air Force as part of Ex Bright Star 23. IAF Mig 29 UPG also seen as part of this mission,» the Indian Air Force said. Yesterday, the IAF highlighted that Exercise Bright Star-23 has moved to its last phase. The last phase will involve assets of all participating forces and follow a build-up to more complex joint missions. Taking to their social media 'X', the Indian Air Force stated, «Exercise #BrightStar 23 moves on to its culmination phase.

United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Among other things, India has called for the expansion of the permanent membership of the body, which currently includes only five countries. The reform of international institutions also featured prominently in deliberations at the G20.

Amrit Kaal'. In his message to the annual convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), Modi acknowledged the role of the auto industry in the country's growth. «In today's India, mobility in its various forms is a key driver of growth.

lithium six- to seven-fold. All told, a carbon-neutral world in 2050 will require 35m tonnes of green metals a year, predicts the International Energy Agency, an official forecaster. Adding aluminium and steel to the mix, the ETC forecasts that demand between now and then will hit 6.5bn tonnes.

crude oil production by 10 lakh barrels until December 2023. "In this backdrop, Indian refiners which are the key beneficiaries of cheaper Russian crude should still be able to clock GRMs of around $9-10/bbl in FY24 as the likely decline in their margins on processing Brent crude is expected to be offset by the significant expansion in margins on processing Russian crude which can even balance out the potential decline in supply of Russian crude in the near term. Also, with the onset of winter in Western countries, cracks for refined products are expected to improve from the existing levels, further helping the GRMs of Indian refiners," said CareEdge Ratings in its report.

India's Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday pushed for green fuels, requesting people to shift away from polluting fuels like petrol, diesel. He further added in case, there continues to be excessive usage of diesel-run vehicles and generators, then he might consider proposing an additional 10% tax on them as ‘pollution tax’ The minister added he will make this proposal to the finance minister later in the day.

GST on diesel engine vehicles, a move aimed at boosting climate-friendly vehicles in one of the most polluted countries. Calling it a 'pollution tax', Nitin Gadkari at the 63rd SIAM Annual Convention said it is the only way to reduce the usage of diesel vehicles in the country. «Request industry to reduce production of diesel vehicles else imposing additional tax will be necessary,» Gadkari said. “I would urge you to reduce production of diesel vehicles.

«No, I do not think we peaked at all. When you look at capex particularly in infrastructure, infrastructure will go on for the next couple of years,» says Sunil Mathur, MD & CEO,Siemens India.How would you view the current situation in India?There is a lot of interest in manufacturing. A lot of fresh capacity is coming up. Companies are looking at diversification. India is definitely a good place to be in and we see things happening. We see real traction on the ground. So, I believe it is not just a vision, that vision is slowly getting realised and that is what makes it so exciting.

Florida has recognised November as Hindu Heritage Month. Broward County joins a list of states from across the country, including Georgia, Texas, Ohio, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Virginia, etc, to commemorate Hindu heritage, culture, values, and traditions. November is a significant month for Hindus as they celebrate the festival of lights, Diwali, which falls on the 12th of the month this year. Stating that millions of Americans celebrate the festival every year, including those in the county, the recent resolution called Diwali a «time of peace, joy and new beginnings where people of all ages, especially young children, light oil lamps, burst fireworks and distribute sweets». Welcoming the move, CoHNA (Coalition of Hindus of North America), a Hindu advocacy group in the US, said on Tuesday: «The Resolution also acknowledges Hinduism as one of the world's largest and oldest religions, along with its diverse traditions, collectively known as Sanatana Dharma, with core values of acceptance, mutual respect, freedom and peace.» The resolution also acknowledged the community's contributions towards yoga, ayurveda, meditation, food, music, arts, etc has enriched the cultural fabric and have been widely adopted in American society. It highlighted that the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta and ideals such as selfless service, non-violence, etc have inspired many American intellectuals and leaders, from Martin Luther King, Jr, John D. Rockefeller, Henry David Thoreau, to Aldous Huxley, and many others.

Remote communities of East Java present a unique opportunity for Western Australia’s regional power provider, according to its chief executive, who says technology used to deliver electricity to outback communities can be rolled out in Indonesia.

Rahul Gandhi over his comment on Hindutva, Union Minister and former Army Chief VK Singh said that «Rahul is one of those people who have no understanding of religion.» Responding to comments made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi about Hindutva, Singh remarked, «What can be said about a person who wears pants and shirts in India and kurta-pyjama when he travels abroad? Before embarking on the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage, he put on the sacred thread, visited the temple, rang the bell, and ate meat. Nothing can be said for him in these circumstances.

Pee Safe, a hygiene and wellness brand has raised $3 million in a Series B funding round led by Natco Pharma Limited, and Rainmatter Health. Nithin Kamath and Nikhil Kamath, founders of Zerodha. Alkemi Growth Capital, an existing investor, also participated in the round. «This funding will accelerate our expansion efforts and establish us as the leading brand in the rapidly growing intimate wellness sector, which boasts a remarkable CAGR of 16%,” Vikas Bagaria, founder and CEO of Pee Safe adding that over the past five years, the brand has achieved a growth rate of 100% CAGR, surpassing market expectations.

Noida. As per a TOI report, he remained in the hideout while police tirelessly searched for Singh. The police even dispatched a team to Nepal, suspecting that he might attempt to flee the country, given his British passport. According to the police timeline, Renu's was murdered between 9:30 am and 10:00 am on Sunday.

Outlined below are the top 5 indispensable items that every student must have when embarking on a journey abroad for studies:1. Medicines: Ensure you carry an ample supply of medications you've been consistently using. Especially for prescribed medications, it's advisable to have a substantial stock.