World

June 20, 2025 4:00 PM

World sees India as next economic powerhouse, says PM, credits Bihar’s potential

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for development projects worth more than ₹5,200 crore in Siwan, Bihar, asserting that the initiatives would help shape a brighter and more prosperous future for the State. Addressing a large public gathering, the Prime Minister invoked the sacred presence of Sohgara Dham and offered salutations to Baba Mahendra Nath, Baba Hans Nath, Maa Thawe Bhawani and Maa Ambika Bhawani. He paid homage to the nation's firs...

June 18, 2025 3:13 PM

Yoga: India’s timeless gift of peace and holistic well-being to a badly divided world

‘Yoga’ is now widely considered as one of India’s most profound gifts to the world. This enlightening practice embodies a timeless Indian tradition of physical, psychological and spiritual well-being. Embedded in ancient Indian philosophy, now majority of the people globally accept that it is much more than just physical postures- termed as ‘asanas’ in great Hindu religious traditions and scriptures. This holistic practice integrates breath control, meditation and a moral principle fo...

May 16, 2025 9:21 AM

India remains fastest-growing economy at ‘precarious moment’ for world: UN

India remains the fastest-growing large economy and is expected to record a 6.3 per cent growth this fiscal year, while the global economy faces a "precarious moment," according to the UN. The UN's mid-year update of the World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) report said India's economy is projected to grow a tad faster next year at 6.4 per cent, even though it is also 0.3 per cent lower than the January projection. "The world economy is at a precarious moment," the report warned. "Heig...

June 17, 2024 1:53 PM

World falling behind on environment, health and hunger goals, UN report says

The world is way off track on most of the sustainable development targets agreed in 2015, such as tackling poverty and hunger, says a United Nations report which cites funding shortfalls, geopolitical tensions and the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.N.'s annual Sustainable Development Report ranks the performance of its 193 member states in implementing 17 wide-ranging "sustainable development goals" (SDGs), which also include improving access to education and health care, providing clean energy and p...

May 31, 2024 7:09 PM

World unprepared for another pandemic as WHO treaty talks push on

The world is unprepared for another health crisis like COVID-19, a leading global health expert has warned, as countries make a last push to agree a way forward for a pandemic treaty amid fears the political climate for agreement could sour. World Health Organization member states gathered in Geneva on Friday to work out how to continue negotiations about an accord after missing this month’s deadline. A major sticking point in the treaty has been provisions for low and middle-income countrie...

September 16, 2024 5:00 PM

PM Modi says, ‘India not only fulfilling aspirations of its people but also providing hope to world’

Highlighting India's strong commitment to democracy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that India is not only fulfilling the aspirations of its 1.4 billion people but is also providing hope to the world that democracy delivers and empowers. Referring to the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in the country, he said that the world will witness the "largest festival of democracy" and people will affirm their faith in democracy once again. Prime Minister Modi was addressing the Summit for D...

March 4, 2024 10:51 AM

Discover India: Visit the scenic beauty of UNESCO World Heritage Site Nanda Devi National Park

The Nanda Devi National Park, established in 1982, is situated around the peak of Nanda Devi (7816 m) in the state of Uttarakhand. Located in the mountains of Himalaya in the north, Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve or Nanda Devi National Park is one of the most expansive bio reserves in India. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. It is rich in flora & fauna, hence occupies a significant place on the map of India. The national park attracts tourists from May to October and re...

March 4, 2024 10:54 AM

Discovering through UNESCO World Heritage Site Darjeeling Himalayan Railway leaves one in awe of India

Riding on the toy train is in itself a wonderful experience and attracts tourists. In addition to this, tourists can enjoy the heritage garden and photo gallery museum, operating at Ghum. One can find numerous structures of marvels in India, that are sure to leave one in awe of the country. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is one such marvel that leaves its travellers with once in a lifetime experience. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) is an outstanding example of the influence of an innova...