Trade agreements will adversely affect dairy farmers: Kerala FM

Thiruvananthapuram, July 6 (UNI) The Kerala Government is committed to ensuring that international trade agreements do not adversely affect dairy farmers, said State Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal. Any decision to import milk and dairy products would negatively impact dairy farmers and cooperatives in Kerala, the Minister cautioned yesterday. While stressing the need to remain vigilant…

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Flood death toll rises to 49 in central Texas

Houston, July 6 (UNI) Severe flooding across central Texas has killed at least 49 people and left dozens missing, local authorities said over the weekend, as rescue operations continued across several counties. In Kerr County, at least 43 people, including 28 adults and 15 kids, were confirmed dead after torrential rains triggered flash floods early…

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India negotiating trade deals guided by national interest, not under pressure: Piyush Goyal

Bengaluru, July 5 (UNI) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal today said India is now negotiating international trade agreements with confidence and strength, unlike the previous Congress and UPA governments that signed deals which did not align with national interest. “Today, India negotiates with self-confidence. We can compete with anyone in the world. This…

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Microsoft puts Pak IT sector in uncertainty

New Delhi, July 5 (UNI) In a shocking event for Pakistan’s IT corridors, Microsoft shuts down its 25-year-long operations in Pakistan. The tech major started its Pak operations in 2000, which began with ambitions of digital transformation and tech-friendly collaboration. The news came just after Microsoft’s announcement of layoffs of its 9,000 employees this week….

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Raj & Uddhav share public platform after 20 years

Mumbai, July 5 (UNI) In a turning point in Maharashtra politics, the Thackeray cousins, Uddhav and Raj, came together under one platform after two decades amplifying the cause of Maharashtra and Marathi-manoos. The ruling BJP-led Mahayuti and the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA)-INDIA opposition bloc are witnessing the development keenly. Uddhav, the Shiv Sena (UBT)…

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Mirra Andreeva cruises into Wimbledon last 16

London, July 5 (UNI) Teenager Mirra Andreeva showed why she is one of the hottest prospects in the sport after moving into Wimbledon’s fourth round with a comfortable win today. Seventh seed Andreeva, 18, outclassed American opponent Hailey Baptiste in a 6-1 6-3 victory on Court One. Russia’s Andreeva reached her first Grand Slam semi-final…

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