Ajay Srivastava

Science and Technology Park (STP) at Pune University announced launch of three new Centres of Excellence and a Global Capability Centre during its 40th anniversary event at Pune International Centre. The initiative focuses on innovation, policy research, geoinformatics. STP highlighted incubation support for 1,372 startups, funding assistance, completion of 659 projects, and development of 26 market-ready products. Dignitaries emphasized AI, policy research, global collaboration, and strengthening India’s innovation ecosystem for future entrepreneurs and research-driven growth.

India's trade deficit with China has surged to $112.1 billion, driven by a deep reliance on Chinese industrial supplies. Manufacturing sectors like electronics and pharmaceuticals depend heavily on Chinese components, creating significant supply chain risks. Experts urge India to boost domestic production and diversify sourcing to mitigate these vulnerabilities.

Indian exporters anticipate recovering discounts offered on goods previously hit by a 50% US tariff. Following a court order, US importers will receive refunds, with buyers expected to pass them on to Indian sellers.

Exporters and end consumers are not permitted to file claims directly, although some companies, such as FedEx, may opt to pass on the refunded amounts at their discretion.

False claims of IAS selection are surging, particularly from UP and Bihar, driven by immense societal pressure and the pursuit of prestige. Incidents of individuals faking success, even without clearing exams, highlight deep-seated insecurities and a distorted perception of civil services as a status symbol rather than a service opportunity. Experts call for reforms and a shift in societal mindset.

The economies included in the investigation are China, the European Union, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, South Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Mexico, Japan and India.

The Middle East crisis has brought to fore with clarity an important fact - while India says it is comfortably placed on its oil, LPG, and LNG supplies - there is need to step up pace on long-term plans.

Beyond oil, it’s important to note that West Asia plays an important role in supplying India with essential commodities. In 2025, India’s imports from the region of approximately $98.7 billion included critical resources such as energy, fertilisers and industrial inputs.

Around 90% of India’s crude oil is imported - and around 40-50% of India’s crude oil imports come from the Middle East, particularly after it substantially reduced purchases of Russian crude oil.

Former state bird of Himachal, monal (impeyan pheasant), an endangered species, will soon get an advanced breeding centre in Manali.

Carney’s visit is expected to have two major outcomes: the most significant of which could be the formal revival of negotiations for an India–Canada Free Trade Agreement.

Former Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) director Ajay Srivastava and range officer Joginder Singh have been booked under Section 13(2) of Prevention of Corruption Act and 420, 406, 467, 120(B) of IPC Act by order of chief judicial magistrate (CJM) Lahaul-Spiti, Kullu.

On the recommendation of the special selection committee, the Himachal Pradesh government has appointed 1988-batch IFS officer Ajay Srivastava as principal chief conservator of forests (PCCF).

Exporters have raised strong concerns that the conflict could disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, both of which are crucial maritime corridors.

Bhojpuri film world's superstar Khesari Lal Yadav will soon be seen as a cop in his upcoming film

The 100-year journey of Sarnath Archaeological Museum, the oldest site museum of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) housing a total of 6,832 sculptures and artifacts, today presents the glorious past of Indian culture through its rich repertoire of sculptures and artifacts.