India has achieved a significant milestone in the global data and statistics sector by receiving nominations to two prestigious United Nations panels. These appointments will enable India to play a pivotal role in setting international standards for data science and the application of big data in official statistics.

The country’s nomination to the global bodies comes on the heels of domestic reforms in statistical systems after a period of internal hiccups.

India’s delicate balancing act between principle and pragmatism underscores its commitment to fostering stability and goodwill in Afghanistan while safeguarding its regional interests

India has made a major leap in the global data and statistics arena by securing nominations to two prestigious United Nations panels. These nominations will allow India to play a crucial role in shaping global standards for data science and big data use in official statistics.

The near-term outlook for South Asia is expected to remain robust, with growth projected at 5.7 per cent in 2025 and 6.0 per cent in 2026

India's growth projection for this year fell marginally from last year's 6.8 per cent last year, but it has to be seen in the context of sluggish global growth with the nation retaining its rank as the fastest-growing economy.

Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, Charge D’affaires of the Palestine Embassy in India, spoke on Tuesday about the longstanding ties India and Palestine share and expressed confidence in India’s capabilities of leading humanitarian assistance for Gaza.

India has become a member of the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics. This committee addresses the benefits and challenges of Big Data. India will help shape global standards and practices.

As a part of Indias commitment towards strengthening international partnerships for peacekeeping, the Centre for UN Peacekeeping in New Delhi conducted an online training capsule for the Kyrgyzstan Armed Forces on January 15 and 16.

India's economy is projected to grow by 6.6% in 2025, driven by robust consumption, investment, and strong export growth in services and goods. While global challenges persist, Indias focus on infrastructure and export growth fuels optimism.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) flows fell by around 8% in 2024, excluding flows through European conduit economies, according to the latest report from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, known for his hard-hitting batting style and Aarti have two sons, Aryavir, born in 2007 and Vedant, born in 2010.