From a Sunil Chhetri hat-trick helping India thrash Pakistan 4-0 in SAFF Cup to India and US collaborating in space exploration and defense innovation, read on to know more about the latest trending news and updates in our June 22 news roundup.
Fitch revises India’s 2023-24 GDP forecast to 6.3%
Fitch Ratings have increased India’s estimated GDP growth for financial year 2024. Now, according to Fitch, India’s GDP growth in this fiscal year is predicted at 6.3% as opposed to the earlier estimates of 6%. A better than expected first quarter has been identified as the primary reason.
British Parliament honours Karan Johar for contribution to entertainment industry
Karan Johar, one of India’s leading film producers, was honoured by the British Parliament for his contribution to the Global Entertainment Industry. This honour comes as Johar only recently completed 25 years in the film industry.
Sunil Chhetri scores 3 as India thrashes Pakistan 4-0 in SAFF Championship
3 goals from skipper Sunil Chhetri and one from forward Udanta Singh meant that India thrashed Pakistan 4-0 in the SAFF Championship opener on Wednesday. Pakistan’s goalkeeper had a horror show of a game, effectively gifting Sunil Chhetri his first goal in the 10th minute.
Creator of Iconic ‘Amul Girl’ passes away
Sylvester daCunha, a doyen of the Indian advertising industry and the man who created the iconic ‘Amul Girl’ campaign in the 1960s passed away on Tuesday. The new was shared via Twitter on Wednesday by Jayen Mehta, Managing Director, Gujarat Milk Marketing Federation.
India-US launch INDUSX ecosystem for defence innovation collaboration
In an attempt to further boost defense bilateral ties, India and US jointly launched INDUS-X (India-United States Defence Acceleration Ecosystem) in Washington DC on Thursday. According to experts, the ecosystem will help enhance defense strategy technology partnership between the countries.
HS Prannoy clears another hurdle; Storms into Taipei Open last 8
Top Indian Badminton player HS Prannoy stormed into the Men’s singles quarter-finals at the Taipei Open on Thursday. Prannoy defeated Indonesia’s Tommy Sugiarto comfortably in straight games to book a place in the last eight.
India to sign Artemis Accords; To send joint mission to ISS, says White House
India is all set to sign Artemis Accords, which helps bring countries together for space exploration, says White House on Thursday. In this regard, NASA and ISRO have agreed for a joint mission to the ISS (International Space Station), which will be conduced in 2024.
Stay tuned for more updates from across the country and follow-ups on these stories.