Asian elephants bury their dead, study suggests
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Elite Afghan soldiers turn barbers, gym trainers in India to escape Taliban
Trading guns for hair clippers and dumbbells, they’ve had to desert their dreams, as their government deserted them.
India to lower EV import tax with US$500 million investment, boosting Musk’s Tesla plans
Companies that meet these requirements will be allowed to import a limited number of EVs at a lower tax of 15 per cent on cars costing US$35,000 and above. India currently levies a tax of 70 per cent or 100 per cent on imported cars and EVs, depending on their value.
Rising tide of ethno-religious nationalism threatens civilisation
The complexities brought about by human migration and cultural diversity have given rise to ethno-religious nationalism worldwide. However, in an era where the well-being of the global community is intricately intertwined, turning inward is not a sustainable solution. Instead, building bridges between civilisations is key to safeguarding the fate of humankind.
India unveils data on now-banned election bonds ahead of poll dates
NEW DELHI/BENGALURU -- India's Election Commission has released a list of political donors under a political bonds program recently deemed "unconstitutional," just before an announcement of the country's general election dates.
Tesla gains opening as India slashes tariffs on certain EVs
BENGALURU -- The Indian government on Friday announced lower import tariffs on electric vehicles for carmakers willing to eventually begin local production, a move that could attract global companies like Tesla but intensify competition for incumbents like Tata Motors and the Mahindra group.
India rejects US concern over citizenship law as ‘misplaced, unwarranted’
New Delhi’s strong response follows the US State Department saying it will ‘closely monitor’ the implementation of the religion-based law.