India is expected to surpass $800 billion in exports this fiscal year, reflecting resilience amid global uncertainties, according to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. The government is also simplifying processes for startups returning to India and promoting the electric vehicle sector's growth, emphasizing the readiness and economic viability of EVs.
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The cabinet made key decisions including setting up the eighth pay commission and approved extending a special package for fertilisers. PM Modi also launched several projects, including indigenously built naval combatants and Namo Bharat trains, highlighting an action-filled year aimed at boosting growth and welfare initiatives.
Sunita Williams, an Indian-origin astronaut, conducted her first spacewalk in seven months alongside Nick Hague at the International Space Station to perform overdue repairs. This mission extended due to issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule, leaving Williams and colleague Butch Wilmore stranded. This spacewalk marks Williams' eighth, signifying her extensive space experience.
An avalanche near the India-China border resulted in four deaths and four missing workers. Rescue efforts, hindered by deep snow and harsh weather, retrieved bodies and saved 47 workers, while the search for the missing continues. Helicopter operations were halted due to snowfall. Nearly 200 personnel are involved in the ongoing rescue operation.
A housewife disabled from an accident has been abandoned at Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals for over two years. Her husband claims he is unable to care for her, and the outstanding hospital bill is Rs 1 crore. The court has directed the state counsel to suggest a remedy.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's airport upon his return from Hong Kong, following ICC directives for an investigation into his aggressive anti-drug campaign. The ICC is examining potential crimes against humanity during Duterte's tenure as mayor of Davao and president.
In Uttar Pradesh's Hardoi district, Rampratap was arrested for allegedly cutting his wife's braid at a beauty parlour. The woman's father, Radhakrishna, filed a complaint citing dowry harassment, alleging demands for appliances. While Radhakrishna links the incident to dowry issues, locals suggest Rampratap was angered by his wife's eyebrow grooming appointment. CO Ravi Prakash confirmed ongoing investigations into the matter.
Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested at Bengaluru airport for allegedly smuggling 14kg of gold from Dubai. Under surveillance for her frequent Gulf trips, she used protocol loopholes meant for senior bureaucrats to evade checks. DGP K Ramachandra Rao distanced himself from her activities.
A man in Gwalior district killed his wife and staged her death as a road accident. Initial suspicions of foul play were confirmed by forensic and postmortem reports, which led to the husband's arrest. He and his family had been harassing the wife for dowry before her murder.
Following the tragic fire incident that claimed 27 lives, Rajkot Municipal Corporation has proposed a fire tax in its 2024-25 budget to fund major improvements in firefighting infrastructure. The budget outlines plans for seven new fire stations and the acquisition of 51 firefighting vehicles and equipment.
Lamar Jackson, quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens, expressed his preference to celebrate Christmas at home with family instead of playing an NFL game. He remains committed to his team and looks forward to facing the Houston Texans. He is also excited about Beyoncé's halftime performance during the game. The match will stream on Netflix.