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India has the highest proportion of female commercial pilots in the world at 12 per cent, despite the countrys patriarchal society, which typically frowns on women in such jobs.

India soars above global average in hiring female airline pilots

The percentage of female pilots in India is twice as high as in most Western countries.

5 Sept 2018 3:26 PM IST

A file photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Donald Trump in Manila, Philippines, in November 2017

2+2 talks: India, US to work around Russian missiles, Iran oil

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of Defence Jim Mattis will be meeting Nirmala Sitharaman and Sushma Swaraj...

5 Sept 2018 3:18 PM IST

A file photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Donald Trump in Manila, Philippines, in November 2017

2+2 talks: India, US to work around Russian missiles, Iran oil

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of Defence Jim Mattis will be meeting Nirmala Sitharaman and Sushma Swaraj...

5 Sept 2018 3:18 PM IST

The quantity of gold smuggled was higher earlier, but the gants were playing safe and bringing gold in lesser quantities. (Representational image)

Gold rises on jewellers' buying, firm global trend

Gold is trading at Rs 31,400 per 10 gram at the bullion market Wednesday on pick-up in buying by local jewellers.

5 Sept 2018 3:01 PM IST

The Volkswagen I.D. concept is merely a preview of a high-volume battery-electric vehicle that is expected to be available in the market by 2020. (Image: Volkswagen)

PM Modi to launch 2nd phase of FAME to promote electric vehicles in...

Geete said the Heavy Industry Ministry was framing a comprehensive auto policy after consultation with all the...

5 Sept 2018 2:42 PM IST

The changed power scenario in the country is putting pressure on state governments to review the existing power purchase agreements with independent power projects.

Centre to discuss 'Pariwartan' scheme with lenders

Banks are required to ensure resolution plans within 180 days after default. It covers debt exposure of Rs 2,000 crore...

5 Sept 2018 2:30 PM IST

Maharashtra Police had on August 28 raided the homes of the prominent Left-wing activists in several states and arrested at least five of them. (Photo: File | PTI)

Not dissenters, activists planned to ambush security forces: cops tell...

Maha Police on Aug 28 arrested 5 activists in Bhima-Koregaon violence case, sparking outrage from human rights groups.

5 Sept 2018 2:13 PM IST

Expressing his displeasure over the Centre cancelling the Rafale fighter jet deal inked by the previous UPA government at the Centre. (photo: DC)

'Rafale will give India unprecedented combat capabilities'

S B Deo also said those criticising the Rafale deal must understand the laid down norms and procurement procedure.

5 Sept 2018 2:02 PM IST

Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu (Photo: PTI)

New industrial policy to link industry with global supply chains:...

The new policy will replace the industrial policy of 1991, which was prepared in the backdrop of balance of payment...

5 Sept 2018 1:55 PM IST

A federal judge issued a temporary order on July 31 barring the distribution of the digital blueprints, and on Monday extended that order until the states lawsuit is adjudicated.(Representional Image)

Craftsmanship of writer to be respected: SC dismisses plea to ban...

A bench headed by Chief justice Dipak Misra said a book must not be read in a 'fragmented manner' but as a whole.

5 Sept 2018 1:38 PM IST

Police received a complaint against WhatsApp group called Bringing Together.

WhatsApp expands radio campaign to curb fake news to 10 more Indian...

The Facebook-owned company has been on an overdrive after it faced severe criticism from the government.

5 Sept 2018 1:30 PM IST

The Supreme Court has clarified that Aadhaar is not mandatory for getting SIM cards. (Photo: PTI)

Schools cannot deny admission for lack of Aadhaar: UIDAI

The move by UIDAI is expected to come as a major relief to parents and students.

5 Sept 2018 1:15 PM IST