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Publishing poll candidate’s propaganda is paid news: Election Commission

Repeated publication of propaganda lauding the achievements of a candidate in an election is nothing but “paid news”, the Election Commission of India has told the Supreme Court.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 24th Sep 2018

Majority of firms expect 6.5­-7.5% GDP growth

According to a CII survey, about 64% of respondents feel that the GDP growth in 2018-19 will be between 6.5%-7.5%.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 24th Sep 2018

Defence Acquisition Council

A deal to procure the Spike anti-tank guided missiles from Israel through the government-to-government route has been brought before the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) for approval.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 24th Sep 2018

Winners of 12th edition of PII-ICRC awards

The winners of the 12th edition of the PII-ICRC annual awards for best article and photograph on a humanitarian subject were announced.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 23rd Sep 2018

‘Village Rockstars’ is India’s official entry to Oscars 2019

In a major victory for northeastern indie cinema and female filmmakers Rima Das National Award-winning Assamese film Village Rockstars has been selected as India’s official entry to the 91 Academy Awards, 2019.

posted by Jawwad Kazi 23rd Sep 2018