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India’s QS-ranked institutions rise from 11 to 52 since NIRF launch

Indian institutions in QS World University Rankings grew significantly since NIRF's 2015 launch. The National Institutional Ranking Framework promotes healthy competition among higher education institutes. Applications and unique participating institutions under NIRF have also seen substantial increases. The government supports higher education quality through various schemes and policies. These initiatives…

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Motorola Edge 70 Neo Leak:5 Details You Need to Know

Motorola Edge 70 Neo is currently making news before it is officially announced by the company. According to the recently leaked renders, the phone is said to come with four stunning colour options and a massive 200MP camera badge that has increased its popularity. However, the caveat here is that…

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Highways ministry working to reduce road accident fatalities to zero: Nitin Gadkari

India aims to achieve zero road fatalities by targeting 100 high-accident districts. The government plans to halve road accidents and deaths by the year 2030. Two-wheelers and pedestrians account for the majority of road accident fatalities. Road crashes cause significant economic losses, impacting India's gross domestic product. The automobile industry…

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ONGC, Shell India ink pact to explore deepwater blocks, LNG sourcing

ONGC and Shell Energy India have signed a non-binding agreement for exploration. They will explore deepwater and ultra-deepwater oil and gas opportunities together. The companies will also assess potential liquefied natural gas sourcing options. This collaboration aims to enhance India's energy security and domestic resource development. The partnership supports India's…

The Economic Times

Inspectors seize thousands of Diageo whisky, vodka bottles in food safety crackdown

Indian inspectors seized approximately eighteen thousand boxes of Diageo liquor bottles. These bottles allegedly lacked required markings for safe recycled plastic usage. Diageo India confirmed the regulatory action, stating some bottles are quarantined. The food standards regulator is increasingly strict on labelling and compliance issues. This action follows recent bans…

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Indian bonds steady as soft US data offsets oil rise

Indian government bonds were largely steady on Monday as softer US jobs data supported expectations of lower US rates, while rising crude prices capped gains. The benchmark 6.94% 2036 bond yield eased to 6.7594%. Investors are also watching upcoming Indian and US inflation data for fresh interest-rate cues.

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Women's Hockey WC: India's journey from 1974 to 2022 marked by struggle

India's women's hockey team has a varied World Cup history. They achieved a notable fourth place in the inaugural 1974 tournament. Financial issues and qualification struggles marked several subsequent editions. The team returned to the World Cup in 1998 and 2002. Recent participations include reaching the quarterfinals in 2018 and…

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India's Russian crude imports hit record for second straight month

India's Russian crude oil imports reached a record in July, increasing by 2.1 percent. This surge was primarily fueled by smaller import terminals across the country. Larger terminals like Jamnagar saw stable volumes, while Paradip experienced a decline. India remains a significant buyer of Russian fossil fuels, second only to…

The Economic Times

Space satellite captures remarkable image of huge magenta-green “hummingbird” covering Antarctic ice

A joint US-Indian space agency satellite has captured what appears to be a huge magenta-green "hummingbird" engraved in Antarctica's ice

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Independence Day 2026: Is it the 79th or 80th Independence Day?

Independence Day 2026 will be India’s 80th Independence Day, while the country will complete 79 years of independence from British rule. Here’s the simple calculation explaining why both numbers are used.

The Economic Times

'Need conducive environment': Bangladesh PM on India ties as Hasina eyes return to Dhaka

The Prime Minister's Office said Rahman "emphasised the need to create a conducive environment to further advance the bilateral relations between the two countries". Dhaka also called on New Delhi to expedite Hasina's extradition, according to the statement Hasina has been living in India since the fall of her government.…

The Times of India

Rupee weakness cushioned by central bank intervention, shorts grow wary

The Indian rupee ended the day with minimal fluctuations, influenced primarily by oil market dynamics and moves from the central bank. State-owned banks reportedly intervened by supplying dollars on behalf of the Reserve Bank of India, helping to buffer the currency against rising oil costs and global tensions. Traders are…

The Economic Times

India considers curbing use of sugarcane for ethanol to tame record-high sugar market

India may limit sugarcane use for ethanol to increase sugar production with an aim to stabilise record-high sugar prices and ensure smooth domestic supply. Reduced rainfall in key states has raised concerns about next year's sugar output. The government might allow corn and rice for ethanol to maintain its blending…

The Economic Times

India, South Africa-led SACU group may ink terms of reference for negotiating trade pact on Aug 12

India and the SACU group will sign terms of reference for trade talks. Negotiations for a preferential trade agreement are expected to begin soon. South Africa is India's largest trading partner within the SACU bloc. Bilateral trade between India and South Africa saw a dip last fiscal year. Other SACU…

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India expands LNG sourcing from 6 to 15 countries to cut supply risks: Govt

India has nearly trebled its liquefied natural gas suppliers to fifteen countries. The nation also broadened its crude oil sourcing network to forty-one countries. This diversification reduces dependence on any single supplier or transit route. India is also expanding its strategic petroleum storage capacity to manage supply shocks. These measures…

The Economic Times

TCS says received alerts alleging exposure of some employee data

The company, India’s largest IT services provider, said it received “threat-intelligence alerts” claiming possible exposure of certain employee information. “The company investigated the matter and has not found any credible evidence of a breach of TCS systems or customer environments,” it said in a filing with stock exchanges.

The Economic Times

Parliament passes Bankers' Books Evidence Bill to recognise digital banking records as legal evidence

Parliament has approved the Bankers' Books Evidence Bill, 2026, marking a significant advancement in accepting digital records within the banking sector. This contemporary law nullifies the obsolete 1891 Act, allowing for electronic documentation to be admitted as evidence, provided its integrity can be vouched for. Furthermore, it offers improved legal…

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Has Dalal Street's near term outlook improved? HSBC lists 4 headwinds, 3 tailwinds to watch out for

HSBC Mutual Fund remains constructive on Indian equities, citing improving earnings, private capex, policy support and potential trade deals. However, elevated commodity prices, weak global growth, a below-normal monsoon and slower government capex remain key risks for markets.

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India's peak power demand rises 12% in April-June, evening supply gap widens to 3,045 MW: Govt

India's peak electricity demand rose 12 per cent from April to June over the same period last year. An all-time high of 270.8 gigawatts was recorded in May. June saw an evening supply gap of over three thousand megawatts.

The Economic Times

India demands accountability after embassy premises defaced in Slovenian capital

India condemned the defacement of its embassy premises in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The Ministry of External Affairs strongly raised the issue with Slovenian authorities. Perpetrators of these reprehensible acts must be held accountable for their actions. The ministry also urged law enforcement agencies elsewhere to note the propaganda. Pro-Khalistani elements are…

The Economic Times

Retailers’ cooking gas losses dip in August, but government dues top Rs 59,000 crore

Fuel retailers' revenue loss on subsidized LPG narrowed to Rs 188 per cylinder in August. This marks a sharp decrease from the Rs 500 loss reported in the previous month. The government paid Rs 30,000 crore to clear past subsidy dues. However, outstanding payments to retailers still exceed Rs 59,000…

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5 Types of Shivling and What Every Devotee Should Know

Have you ever noticed that not every Shivling looks the same? Some are smooth and naturally shaped, some are made from stone, some have a crystal-like appearance, and others are made from metal. But is the difference only about how they look? The answer is more interesting than you may…

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Saudi Arabia's flyadeal to operate 5 weekly Riyadh-Mumbai flights from October 3

Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal will begin five weekly flights connecting Riyadh and Mumbai. This new service adds over seven thousand seats monthly between the two important cities. Mumbai becomes flyadeal's second Indian destination after Hyderabad, expanding its network. The airline aims to significantly grow its fleet and destinations by the…

The Economic Times

Indian-origin prodigies Bodhana Sivanandan, Shreyas Royal make British chess history

Bodhana Sivanandan and Shreyas Royal made chess history winning the British Chess Championships. Bodhana became Britain's youngest Women's chess champion after a playoff. Shreyas Royal secured the overall British title, finishing ahead of grandmasters. Royal, who moved from India, was allowed to stay in the UK. This event was the…

The Economic Times

Harsh Goenka in awe of India's Rapunzel Renu Dhariyal, who credits Indian natural hair care for nearly 9-foot-long hair

Harsh Goenka has highlighted Renu Dhariyal of Uttarakhand, whose 271.5-cm hair has earned her the Guinness World Record for the longest hair on a living woman. Dhariyal has not cut her hair since 2015 and credits traditional Indian natural hair-care methods for maintaining her nearly 9-foot-long locks.

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