2 days ago · India is a country that occupies the greater part of South Asia. It is a constitutional republic that represents a highly diverse population consisting of thousands of ethnic groups. It …

After India's independence on August 15, 1947, Jawaharlal Nehru became prime minister of the Dominion of India, an office he held until January 26, 1950, when India became a republic; …

India is one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a kaleidoscopic variety and rich cultural heritage. It has achieved all-round socio-economic progress since Independence.

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Mar 10, 2025 · Provides an overview of India, including key events and facts about the world's largest democracy.

India is now the most populous country in the world, with an estimated population of 1.4 billion people (in 2024). The country is subdivided into 29 states and seven Union Territories. With an …

4 hours ago · India's Reliance Industries Ltd , operator of the world's largest refining complex, said on Thursday it would consider buying Venezuelan oil if it is permitted for sale to non-U.S. buyers.

Jul 6, 2023 · Physical map of India showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps. Key facts about India.

The Republic of India (Hindi: भारत गणराज्य Bhārat Gaṇarājya), commonly known as India, is a country in South Asia. The name India is derived from Indus, which is derived from the Old …

The Oxford English Dictionary (third edition - 2009) says that the name "India" comes from the Classical Latin name India. It was originally used for the Indian subcontinent and the areas to …