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RBI's $56.8 billion forex drive: How diaspora deposits reshape India's currency risk and balance sheet

India's special forex package has successfully garnered over fifty-six billion dollars in deposits, surpassing expectations. This increased inflow has prompted an extension of its deadline, ushering in a new era of currency risk for the central bank. Unlike previous models, banks now focus more on leveraging their assets than merely…

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India to host BRICS Environment Working Group meetings on August 17-18

India will host the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting in New Delhi on August 18. Senior officers will meet on August 17 to discuss environmental working group priorities. Ministers will deliberate on an outcome document and thematic discussions for cooperation. Priority areas include sustainable lifestyles, afforestation, and disaster resilience. The…

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Haryana blocks ‘Kisan Bachao Padyatra’ Delhi march over India-US trade deal, MSP

Haryana Police prevented farmers from reaching Delhi during their march on Sunday. Talks between farmer representatives and Haryana officials remained inconclusive regarding their demands. Farmers insisted on meeting the Union agriculture minister to discuss the India-US trade deal. They announced a peaceful sit-in at the Khanauri border point after being…

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School Assembly News Headlines, August 17, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

School Assembly News Headlines: NITI Aayog has put forth a significant proposal aimed at enabling interstate licence portability for healthcare professionals throughout India. In a separate global landscape, Iran has announced a bounty for capturing US soldiers. Meanwhile, a Swiss resort has recently experienced a carriage crash. Sports news highlights…

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Europe emerges top destination for India's electric car shipments in Q1

In early 2026-27, Indian electric vehicle exports surged, with Europe becoming the leading market. Spain topped the list in shipments, followed closely by the United Kingdom, which also started importing substantial numbers of Indian electric vehicles. This rise underscores India's growing influence in global electric mobility, also extending its reach…

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Bangladesh seeks 'propitious environment' for PM Rahman's India visit; links it to Hasina's extradition

Bangladesh requires India to create a favorable environment for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit. This condition is tied to Dhaka's pending extradition requests for deposed Premier Sheikh Hasina. Hasina's recent virtual press conference from New Delhi has strained bilateral relations between the two nations. India maintains that Hasina's extradition request…

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Indian Women hold China to 2-2 draw in their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 opener

India's women's hockey team began their World Cup campaign with a hard-fought draw. They took an early lead against China, the Olympic silver medallists. China equalized from a penalty stroke before India regained their advantage. The Chinese team leveled the score again in the third quarter. India will now face…

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School holiday August 17, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Monday? From J&K, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, UP to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updates

School holiday August 17, 2026: India braces for monsoon rains expected on August 17, 2026, which may lead to potential school closures. The decision on whether schools remain open varies by local conditions and guidance from authorities. While Himachal Pradesh will observe a compensatory holiday, regions like Delhi-NCR and Jammu…

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Amber Enterprises to make Oppo, OnePlus, Realme phones in India from March 2027

Amber Enterprises will begin smartphone production for Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme in 2027-28. The company plans to produce eight million units in the first year of operations. Production is expected to scale to sixteen million units in the subsequent year. This move aligns with Chinese brands deepening their asset-light manufacturing…

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Farmers foot march: Haryana seals Khanauri inter-state border point

Haryana Police have established multi-layer barricading at the Khanauri inter-state border point. Farmers under the SKM (Non-Political) banner are planning a 228-km foot march to Delhi. This march aims to protest the proposed India-US trade deal and demand MSP legal guarantee. Farmers leaders claim the government's actions expose its anti-farmer…

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Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train nears completion: Diamond-inspired Surat station takes shape; foundation work underway at BKC station

Construction on India's first bullet train corridor shows significant progress. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed rail project is nearing its August 2027 launch. Underground work at Mumbai's BKC station is nearing completion. Surat station's structure is finished, with interior work now underway. This corridor will connect major cities and industrial hubs across…

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BWF World Championships return to India after 17 years; Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag lead home charge

New Delhi will host the BWF World Championships 2026 starting Monday. PV Sindhu and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty will lead the Indian contingent. Sindhu aims for another medal after winning the Japan Open recently. Satwik-Chirag seeks their maiden world title after previous bronze medals. Lakshya Sen also represents India in men's…

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Bangladesh PM's proposed India visit conditional on Hasina extradition, officials say

Bangladesh has said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s proposed visit to India will depend on the extradition of former premier Sheikh Hasina.

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What Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Sachin Tendulkar see in Purple Style Labs IPO? Here’s what DRHP reveals

Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit and Sachin Tendulkar are among investors in Purple Style Labs, the parent of Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, which is gearing up for a ₹660 crore IPO by August-end. The company has received Sebi approval and has expanded from an online platform into physical retail, with 14…

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Congress should apologise for insulting Vande Mataram on Independence Day: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the Congress party of disrespecting the national song 'Vande Mataram'. He demanded an apology from party leader Sonia Gandhi for stopping the song midway. Shah also highlighted former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's contributions to India's development. He mentioned Vajpayee's role in making India…

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Rahul Gandhi lauds courage of India's youth for standing firm against 'Modi's violent regime'

Rahul Gandhi praised students for their courage against the government. He lauded girls who faced alleged violence and abuse from BJP supporters. Gandhi stated that these young voices cannot be silenced now. An upcoming event in Pune will exclusively feature girls speaking. The country will now listen to the voices…

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Australian regional leader to visit India; trade, investment ties in focus

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns will lead an official delegation to New Delhi and Mumbai from August 31 to September 3 to deepen trade, investment, education and cultural ties with India. The visit will focus on sectors including clean energy, critical minerals, technology, tourism, agri-food and advanced industries.

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Bangladesh says PM will not visit India until Hasina extradited

Bangladesh said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will not visit India until New Delhi extradites former premier Sheikh Hasina. Dhaka said a suitable environment for the visit depends on progress over its extradition request, which India says remains under examination.

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India face acid test against England, eyeing end to their 32-year World Cup jinx

India confronts England in a vital Hockey World Cup pool match on Monday. This game is crucial as India seeks to end a 32-year World Cup win drought. Both teams aim for top positions in Pool D, carrying forward first-round results. India must improve open play finishing and intensity against…

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'In touch with each other for several weeks': Bangladesh FM spokesperson on proposed PM Tarique Rahman's India visit

Bangladesh and India are discussing a potential visit by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. This visit's scheduling is affected by a recent press event involving Sheikh Hasina. Dhaka has formally requested India's action on extradition requests for Hasina. India clarified its non-involvement in the private media event. Bilateral relations will continue…

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Pune court remands 'drug kingpin' Virender Singh Basoya to NCB custody till August 21

Virender Singh Basoya, an alleged drug kingpin, was extradited from the UAE to India. A Pune court has remanded him to NCB custody until August 21. Basoya is accused in a multi-crore drug haul involving significant mephedrone seizures. He allegedly coordinated drug trafficking activities from foreign shores. The NCB secured…

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What Makes These 4 Kali Temples in Bengal So Mysterious?

Bengal has a unique relationship with Maa Kali. Here, Kali is not remembered only as the fierce goddess who destroys evil. She is also Maa, the compassionate mother who protects, guides, and walks beside her devotees. From the banks of the Ganga to the quiet landscapes of Birbhum, Bengal is…

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Lunar eclipse August 2026: Where will it be visible, what time will it peak and how to watch

Lunar eclipse: On August 27-28, 2026, a deep partial lunar eclipse will grace our skies, although it won't be visible from India during the day. As the Earth's atmosphere refracts light, the Moon will take on a beautiful reddish-orange hue. Skywatchers across many regions, including parts of the Americas, Europe,…

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Three Indians unfurl tricolour while skydiving, help set world record in Libya: Reports

Three Indians based in the UAE participated in a record-breaking skydive event. Sixty-five skydivers jumped together from a single aircraft, carrying national flags. This group successfully set a new Guinness World Record for the most skydivers jumping simultaneously. The participants, including the three Indians, jumped from an altitude of 13,000…

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India opens tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers to declare select foreign assets

India's tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers opened Sunday and runs until December 2026. This one-time measure aims to bring undeclared foreign assets and income into the tax net. Taxpayers with undisclosed foreign income up to one crore rupees can declare it.

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