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Worked 8-hour shifts at Intel, then studied after work: How this IIT Delhi engineer cracked ISRO recruitment with AIR 7 for Scientist 'A'

Hemant Kumar Bhukar transitioned from Intel engineer to ISRO scientist after diligent preparation. He secured All India Rank 7 for Scientist 'A' while working full-time. Bhukar's journey highlights dedication and leveraging prior experience for new goals. His success inspires students from rural backgrounds towards science careers. This achievement brought pride…

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'Had fruitful discussions on advancing maritime cooperation': Japanese envoy welcomes Defence Minister Koizumi to India

Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi arrived in Mumbai for his first official visit to India. He inspected a Guard of Honour and laid a wreath at the Naval Dockyard. Koizumi held strategic discussions with Indian Navy officials on operational capabilities. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will meet Koizumi in New Delhi…

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New Haryana hub to cut North India turnaround time by 4 hours: DTDC

DTDC CEO Abhishek Chakraborty discusses how the new DTDC Bharat One Hub in Rathiwas will reduce dependence on Delhi-NCR, support rapid commerce, and strengthen the company’s focus on MSMEs and new-age businesses.

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"Will these traitors teach us?": Congress leader Pawan Khera slams RSS, BJP amid Vande Mataram row

Congress leaders criticized the RSS and BJP regarding the Vande Mataram controversy. They questioned the RSS's role during India's freedom struggle. Congress reiterated its adherence to historical party decisions on the national song. The party stated the BJP was politicizing emotional issues for its own gain. This controversy arose after…

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Led India decisively into IT era: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh hails Rajiv Gandhi

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted Rajiv Gandhi's legacy on his birth anniversary. Gandhi lowered the voting age to eighteen, empowering young citizens across India. He also declared January twelfth as National Youth Day, honoring Swami Vivekananda's birth. The former prime minister introduced the 1988 New Education Policy and established Navodaya…

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China boosts imports of Russian crude, stymieing India's refiners

China's growing demand for Russian crude oil is impacting India's supply. India's imports from Russia's European ports have significantly decreased recently. This shift means India struggles to replace its reduced Russian oil volumes. Consequently, India's total crude imports have reached their lowest point since the conflict. This situation could worsen…

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'Don't come to US': Indian couple living there says India now offers same opportunities without waiting years for stability

An Indian couple in the US has sparked debate by urging young Indians to reconsider immigration, arguing that staying in India can now offer comparable opportunities without the costs of moving abroad. Suhas and Priyanka also highlighted green-card delays, visa dependence, family separation and career disruptions, with Suhas saying he…

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Manav Suthar: How a PT teacher’s son from Rajasthan's Sri Ganganagar became India’s Test spin hero

Manav Suthar, the son of a physical education teacher from Sri Ganganagar, has risen through Rajasthan’s domestic cricket system to become India’s latest Test spin hero. His journey includes a strong Ranji Trophy debut, limited IPL opportunities and a seven-wicket haul on Test debut before his 10-wicket match haul against…

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Rupee rises 17 paise to 95.56 against US dollar in early trade

During early trading on Thursday, the rupee showed resilience, strengthening against the US dollar as a result of the US Treasury's unexpected announcement to increase bond buyback operations. This led to a decline in the dollar index to its lowest point since late May. Meanwhile, the dollar faced added pressure…

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"Delhi fully geared up": LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu reviews preparedness for BRICS Summit 2026, urges multi-agency coordination

Delhi's Lieutenant Governor reviewed the city's readiness for the BRICS Summit 2026. He emphasised seamless cooperation and time-bound execution among all agencies. Security protocols and traffic management were directed to be fortified. Civic infrastructure and emergency medical readiness will be robust. Delhi is prepared to welcome international delegates warmly and…

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Centre authorises district collectors in eight regions to grant Indian citizenship

District collectors in Gujarat and other regions can now grant Indian citizenship. The government notified new rules authorizing these officials to process applications. Applicants must be deemed fit and proper persons by the collector. All pending applications will be transferred to the relevant district collector. Applicants must appear in person…

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India GCCs move from execution hubs to strategic centres as AI reshapes work, talent and workspace

India's Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are assuming control over product ownership and advanced tech initiatives. They are becoming key players in high-level problem-solving and pioneering research and development efforts. By 2026, the AI talent in these centres is expected to nearly double. Additionally, the demand for office leasing is on…

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"Most welcome, perhaps long overdue": MJ Akbar backs US envoy to India Gor's J-K remarks

MJ Akbar welcomed the US Ambassador's statement on Jammu and Kashmir being an important part of India. He hoped this position would be reiterated by the US Ambassador in Pakistan. Akbar also questioned the implications and future steps of the recent Mecca Pact. He sought clarity on the pact's objectives…

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Gaja Alternative Asset Management IPO Day 2: GMP at 14%, Subscribed 86%: Should you subscribe?

The Rs 550 crore Gaja Alternative Asset Management IPO entered Day 2 with an 86% subscription rate and a 14% grey market premium. Brokerage Anand Rathi Research assigned a Subscribe - Long Term rating, citing the firm's strong profitability and long-standing track record.

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RBI's early FCNR(B) deposit scheme closure 'data-driven' or a policy U-turn? Governor Malhotra explains

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra defended the FCNR(B) deposit scheme's early closure. He stated the decision was data-driven and a prudent calibration. This move aims to attract $80 billion into India's economy. The central bank cited stronger than expected dollar inflows for the adjustment. The RBI remains committed to managing exchange…

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'Architect of modern India': Congress leaders pay floral tribute to former PM Rajiv Gandhi on 82nd birth anniversary

Congress leaders led by CPP Chairperson Sonia Gandhi paid floral tributes to former Prime Minister Late Rajiv Gandhi on his 82nd birth anniversary at Veer Bhumi in New Delhi on Thursday.

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LIC gets RBI nod to raise stake in HDFC Bank to nearly 10% from 4.11%

Life Insurance Corporation of India received approval from the Reserve Bank of India. This allows LIC to increase its stake in HDFC Bank to 9.99 percent. Currently, LIC holds 4.11 percent of HDFC Bank's total share capital. The approval grants LIC flexibility to raise its investment in the lender. This…

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Sebi bets on trading reforms to reverse foreign capital flight

India's market regulator is poised to introduce substantial rule amendments aimed at boosting foreign investments. The planned reforms intend to lower collateral demands and stimulate interest in longer-term derivatives. With foreign investment in Indian stocks hitting a seventeen-year low, the Securities and Exchange Board of India will engage with industry…

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Highest FCNR (B) interest rates: Check PSU vs private sector bank rates for NRIs, OCIs

FCNR (B) FD interest rates: The window for Non-Resident Indians to enjoy favorable FCNR(B) deposit rates is closing soon, specifically on August 31. With the government absorbing the hedging costs for these foreign currency deposits, this is an opportune moment for investors. Many banks are offering attractive interest rates, so…

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Bangladesh's Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir tipped to become new president

Bangladesh's parliament will elect Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as the nation's new president. He is expected to win the largely ceremonial five-year post easily. This follows the resignation of the previous president due to ill health. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina remains in hiding in India. Rights groups had long…

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India's Last Gharial Stronghold: Why the Chambal River Saved a Crocodilian No Other River Could

A Crocodilian Built for One Thing, Destroyed by Everything ElseThe gharial's jaw is so narrow it cannot eat anything larger than a fish. Gavialis gangeticus evolved that way over millions of years, a specialist so refined it cannot pivot. That specialisation is also why it collapsed so fast when India's…

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ETMarkets Smart Talk | Nifty enters ‘very attractive’ zone as earnings improve: Union AMC’s Sanjay Bembalkar

Despite muted foreign flows and persistent geopolitical uncertainties keeping a lid on the broader market, corporate earnings have remained encouraging and several manufacturing segments are showing signs of stronger growth ahead.

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How Diclofenac Nearly Drove India's Vultures to Extinction, and What the Recovery Programme Has Actually Achieved

The drug that emptied the skyThrough the 1990s, vulture populations across South Asia fell off a cliff so steeply that ornithologists initially suspected a new disease. The Gyps vulture, the genus that includes the white-rumped, long-billed, and slender-billed species, had been among the most numerous large raptors on earth. Surveys…

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Kashmir Hangul Deer Is Critically Endangered: The Conservation Crisis India Cannot Afford to Ignore

A Species Reduced to a Single ValleyThe Hangul (Cervus hanglu hanglu) is the only surviving subspecies of the Kashmir stag, a large deer whose antlers can carry up to sixteen tines, more than almost any cervid on the subcontinent. It once ranged across the forests of Himachal Pradesh, parts of…

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3 Water Conservation Habits for Indian Households That Cut Your Utility Bill Every Month

Habit 1: Fix the drip you've stopped hearingA single dripping tap wastes between 15 and 20 litres of water per day. Over a month, that's 450 to 600 litres gone from one fixture you tuned out weeks ago. In most Indian households, there are two or three such taps, a…

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