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Latest in Tag: india
Far east: the upcoming destination of Egyptian exporters
China, Malaysia are most promising markets; onions, oranges, potatoes most demanded products
Al-Sisi arrives in China to attend G20 summit
The theme of this year’s summit is working “towards an innovative, invigorated, interconnected, and inclusive world economy”
Egypt, India sign maritime transportation, other bilateral agreements
President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi signed a maritime transportation agreement with Indian prime minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday, after discussing Egypt and India’s bilateral relations. The duo also discussed the latest developments in the Middle East, and their keenness on more cooperation in different fields, as well as counter-terrorism measures. Following the meeting, Al-Sisi …
Al-Sisi, Kerry meet in India to discuss bilateral ties
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with the United States (US) secretary of state John Kerry in New Delhi on Thursday evening, as both officials’ visits to the Indian capital coincided, according to the presidency spokesperson Alaa Youssef. Egypt’s Foreign Affairs Minister Sameh Shoukry also attended the meeting. Al-Sisi stated during the meeting that Egypt is …
Al-Sisi arrives in India, to head to China for G20 summit
Al-Sisi’s visit to India precedes his attendance of G20 summit
Al-Sisi to visit India ahead of G20 summit
During the president’s three-day visit he will meet with India’s president, prime minister, and other high-ranking officialsÂ
Egypt strengthens ties with BRICS nations
Egypt, India keen to increase trade, cooperation, as India assists in renewable energy, vocational training development
India’s ‘Iron Lady’ Irom Sharmila to end hunger strike
She has been on a hunger strike for 16 years seeking the repeal of a law that gives immunity to troops in insurgency-marred areas. But she now wants to end it and enter politics to achieve her goal. Cosima Gill reports.
Kashmir remains tense after days of protests and clashes
Scores of people have been killed and injured in Indian-administered Kashmir in recent days as protests rocked the state following the death of a young militant commander. Zahid Rafiq reports from Srinagar.
Indian leader on African tour
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is touring Mozambique, South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania. His huge country is looking for raw materials and allies in its quest for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.
Can India be cleaned?
In a bid to improve India’s image, PM Narendra Modi launched a campaign in 2014 to improve sanitation and public cleanliness. Activist Bindeshwar Pathak tells DW the drive needs better coordination between stakeholders.
Examining India’s unsuccessful NSG bid
Despite India’s fervent push for admission into the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG), the country remains outside the elite body that regulates nuclear trade worldwide – for now. DW examines the reasons behind this.
Supply Ministry receives 80,000 tonnes of Indian rice
The shipment is expected to arrive next week
India to launch biggest-ever mobile airwaves auction
The cabinet of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the holding of an auction of mobile phone radio waves. It is expected to be the biggest-ever held in the country, bringing in a record sum in revenue.
India, Pakistan set to become SCO members
India and Pakistan are expected to become full members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), a security grouping dominated by China and Russia. How important is this membership for the two countries?
India breaks world record with satellite launch
India has once again proven its desire to become a key player in the global space industry. The county’s state-run space agency pulled off a massive 20-satellite launch in a single attempt.
India unveils sweeping investment reforms
India has announced a broad relaxation of foreign direct investment (FDI) rules in a number of key sectors, including aviation and defense. The move is part of an effort to open up the country’s economy.
Why India’s central banker is a matter of hot political debate
Raghuram Rajan, the acclaimed governor of the Reserve Bank of India, has said he will not seek re-appointment and step down after his term ends in September. What does this decision mean for the Indian economy?
Egyptian Banking Institute organises visits to India, Hungary to learn about SME financing
The purpose of the visit to Hungary was to meet heads of units of SME financing in banks in order to identify the basis for the application of international practices in financing these projects in Central and Eastern Europe
Amazon adds billions to Indian investment
Amazon chief executive Jeff Bezos has pledged an additional $3 billion (2.6 billion euros) in investments in India, banking on exponential growth in the online shopping sector in the Asia’s third largest economy.
Obama welcomes India’s efforts towards nuclear deal during Modi’s White House visit
During talks with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, US President Barack Obama has praised India’s work on its nuclear reactors. Activists meanwhile called on Obama to address human trafficking in India.
Bangladeshi Hindus seeking safety in India
The number of Hindus living in Bangladesh continues to shrink as many of them leave to seek refuge in neighboring India. Experts blame it on religious persecution and systematic oppression against the minority community.
Opinion: India must act against Afrophobia in its cities
A Congolese teacher was recently beaten to death in New Delhi. There have been several cases of violence against Africans over the years, but what’s embarrassing is the Indian government’s response, writes Shivam Vij.
Dabur’s Egypt sales increased by 15% last year: head of Finance at Dabur Egypt
Dabur is the fourth largest consumer goods company in India, producing herbal and cosmetic products
India’s war on tobacco and industry woes
India’s top court has ruled that tobacco companies must display larger health warnings on cigarette packs, giving a boost to the government’s latest move to reduce smoking and curb tobacco-related illnesses. DW examines.
22 countries and cultures come together at fourth Drums Festival
All the shows will be held between 19 and 25 April. India was chosen to be the honorary guest at the festival
Hello spring! India celebrates the Holi festival
India hosts the world’s biggest “color clash” every spring, as people across the country chase and cover each other with different colored powders. The Holi festival has now become a global phenomenon.
India needs to take action against systematic gender discrimination
The barbaric rape and setting fire to a 15-year-old girl in India is just the latest in a continuous series of rapes across the country. Repeated cases of gang rape in India are not isolated incidents, but rather a reflection of widespread gender discrimination in the country. It is difficult to equate India’s rapid economic and technological development with such …
Dozens injured after earthquake in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India
A strong earthquake has shaken Afghanistan and Pakistan, as well as northern India. Dozens have been injured across the region, although no fatalities have been reported as of yet.
Will India cease to be a surrogacy hub?
India is planning to ban the use of surrogate mothers for foreign couples. But experts say that implementing the proposed ban would be difficult as the surrogacy business brings in a substantial amount of revenue. The practice of commercial surrogacy – when women are paid to carry and deliver babies for people who cannot conceive …