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BWF World Championships: Treesa-Gayatri confirm medal as they come from behind to beat Jia-Zhang of China to reach semifinals

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured a World Championships medal after a comeback win. The unseeded Indian pair defeated China's Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian in the quarterfinal. This victory assures them of at least a bronze medal in the women's doubles event. They will now face top…

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India attracts capital. Now it must build what the world pays royalties for

India has emerged as a major investment destination, but much of the value generated by foreign companies still flows overseas through dividends, royalties and intellectual property payments. The column argues that India must move beyond being a manufacturing and consumption base by building globally competitive brands, proprietary technology and Indian-owned…

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The long and winding R&D: While India tracks where publicly funded research money goes, it should track what it creates

India's research funding system suffers a staggering ₹3,000 crore in losses each year due to overlapping grants. Implementing a unified tracking system is crucial for monitoring all publicly funded research outputs. By utilising persistent identifiers and a robust digital framework, we can create an accessible record of research results, thus…

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India’s WTO resistance risks slowing investment in developing nations

The IFDA has backing from 131 WTO members, including 94 developing countries, and focuses on reducing red tape and making it easier to attract foreign investment. With Türkiye and South Africa dropping their opposition, the article says India is now the main obstacle to bringing the agreement into the WTO…

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Govt working on amendments to Actuary Act, 2006: DFS official

The Department of Financial Services is working with the Institute of Actuaries of India to amend the Actuary Act, 2006, a senior Finance Ministry official said on Friday.

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India buys its most expensive LNG in years as war upends market

Indian energy companies are paying more than $23 per mmbtu for September LNG cargoes, among the highest prices for imports since 2022, as the Iran war disrupts global supplies. GAIL India and Gujarat State Petroleum Corp. have bought cargoes at these levels, while Bharat Petroleum has also purchased LNG from…

The Economic Times

Global Supply Concerns Support Sugar Prices

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) is up +0.18 (+1.03%) today, and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) is up +4.10 (+0.74%). Sugar prices are moving higher today but remain below Thursday’s significant highs. Concerns that the global sugar market will soon be in deficit are underpinning...

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Shriram Wealth plans to expand into Rs 10 lakh-Rs 2 crore client segment: CEO Vikas Satija

Shriram Wealth aims to target new clients with investable assets from ten lakh rupees. The company will utilize the Shriram Group's extensive branch network for expansion. Artificial intelligence-based solutions are planned for introduction within the next six months. This move follows a joint venture with South African firm Sanlam in…

The Economic Times

No reason to comment on Pakistan's frustration: MEA on Islamabad summoning US Charge d'Affaires in Islamabad

India on Friday dismissed Pakistan’s objection to US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor’s remarks that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India, with MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal saying there was “no reason” to comment on Pakistan’s frustration.

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AMFI announces 5 key initiatives to deepen mutual fund participation and strengthen investor awareness

AMFI has launched five initiatives to deepen mutual fund participation, focusing on investor education, women, smaller cities, first-time investors and underserved communities. Partnerships with NISM, Sa-Dhan and Pinkathon aim to expand awareness, strengthen distributor ethics and encourage informed, responsible investing nationwide.

The Economic Times

India-designed mobile phones likely in 10-14 months under MPMS; no place for copycats: Ashwini Vaishnaw

New indigenously designed mobile phones with Indian IP rights will launch in 10-14 months. The government will strictly screen brands, preventing "copycats" from benefiting. Companies must prove ownership of design intellectual property rights for scheme eligibility. The Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme aims to boost domestic brands and production. This initiative…

The Economic Times

PM Modi says ‘production-linked punishment’ era once held back Indian industry; pegs India as world’s fastest-growing economy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India had moved from the Licence Raj-era “Production Linked Punishment” model to incentivising production through the PLI scheme, which he said has generated ₹2.5 lakh crore in investment, ₹22 lakh crore in production and sales, ₹15 lakh crore in exports and over 14…

The Economic Times

FIIs near historical lows: Jio BlackRock flags potential contrarian setup for Indian equities

Foreign investor positioning in Indian equities is nearing historical extremes, with FII flows showing early recovery after sustained outflows. Jio BlackRock says resilient domestic buying, reduced foreign selling and more reasonable valuations could signal a potential sentiment turnaround for Indian markets.

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India rejects USCIRF call for RSS sanctions, calls organization biased

India has rejected remarks by the US Commission on International Religious Freedom. The External Affairs Ministry spokesperson called the organization biased and lacking credibility. USCIRF officials had called for sanctions against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. They also recommended that US officials avoid diplomatic courtesies for RSS leaders. India stated that…

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Uncertainty continues over Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's visit to India

India and Bangladesh are holding back-channel talks for Tarique Rahman's visit. His planned two-day trip this month was postponed due to contentious issues. The Ministry of External Affairs had invited Rahman for a bilateral visit and BRICS summit. Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi met top Bangladeshi officials to foster ties.…

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ET World Leaders Forum: Calling India ‘China+1' is 'intellectually lazy', says Kumar Mangalam Birla, envisions growth engine role for the country

Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said describing India as a “China+1” destination is “intellectually lazy”, arguing that the country should instead be viewed as a potential global growth engine. Speaking at The Economic Times World Leaders Forum, Birla said India has its own strengths and track record and…

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Satwik-Chirag pair loses to Wang and Liang in World Championships quarters

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty's medal hopes ended in the quarterfinal. They lost in straight games to China's Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang. The world number five Indians lacked sharpness in their performance. This defeat concluded their bid for a third World Championships medal. Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand…

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Forget Swift and Baleno. This ₹4.99 Lakh Car Is What Everyone's Buying Now

If you ask people to name a popular Maruti hatchback, many will probably say Swift or Baleno. But the latest sales numbers tell a different story. In July 2026, the WagonR sold more cars than both of them. It became the best selling hatchback in India for the month. There…

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MEA dismisses Pakistan's "frustration" over US envoy's remarks; reaffirms J-K is "indivisible" part of India

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday dismissed Pakistan’s objections to US envoy Sergio Gor’s remarks describing Jammu and Kashmir as an “important part of India”. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated that Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh are integral and indivisible parts of India, amid a diplomatic row between Islamabad and…

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Govt to invest Rs 28,840 crore in UDAN scheme over next 10 years: Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu

The Centre will spend around Rs 28,840 crore over the next 10 years to expand the UDAN regional connectivity scheme and strengthen air connectivity across India, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said.

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All-India housing prices rises 6% YoY in 1QFY27 led by key markets: Kotak

In the first quarter of fiscal year twenty twenty-seven, real estate prices experienced a significant six percent year-over-year rise. Major cities such as New Delhi, Noida, Chennai, Greater Noida, and Bengaluru spearheaded this trend. While residential sales saw a moderate three percent uptick, the launch of new projects declined alongside…

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‘Made a scapegoat’: Wife of Indian captain jailed in UK over Russian oil vessel case

The wife of Indian merchant navy captain Ajay Pant has called her husband a “scapegoat” after he was arrested in Britain over alleged sanctions violations linked to a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker.

The Economic Times

“I am not Chinese”: Girl from Arunachal Pradesh responds to comment on her looks with powerful message; watch video

An inspiring young girl from Arunachal Pradesh recently garnered widespread admiration on social media for her eloquent reply to a comment that misidentified her as Chinese. She firmly asserted her Indian heritage, emphasizing the beautiful diversity of India's cultural and physical identities. Proudly sharing her ability to speak Hindi, her…

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FYUP’s first graduates hit a wall at the master’s stage: Report

India's first four-year undergraduate graduates face a shortage of one-year master's seats. Delhi University offers limited postgraduate capacity, impacting many students' academic progression. Other universities also provide few seats, forcing choices between degrees or extended study. Students expected stronger research foundations from the fourth year. The one-year master's ecosystem is…

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India aims 30 GW polysilicon manufacturing capacity by 2030: MNRE Secretary

India plans to add thirty gigawatts of polysilicon manufacturing capacity by twenty thirty. This ambitious goal aims to attract an investment of twenty-five thousand crore rupees. A dedicated government scheme will support this crucial solar component manufacturing. Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries are also being explored as a viable energy storage…

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