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Your summer reading list: five of the best non-fiction reads of 2026 so far, according to our experts

The best summer companion is a good book. This year has already given us some truly brilliant ones, making it really hard to whittle down the best. These five non-fiction reads will also transport you all over the world – from 1960s India and Afghanistan to Ancient Greece and Hitler’s…

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Sunsure Energy secures Rs 262 cr project financing from FMO, Axis Bank

Sunsure Energy has secured a significant Rs 262 crore financing for its 75 MWp open-access solar project in Tamil Nadu. Dutch development bank FMO is leading the funding, with Axis Bank contributing approximately Rs 71 crore. This marks FMO's debut in India's Group Captive C&I renewable energy sector, aiming to…

The Economic Times

LIC highlights stronger profitability, higher margins and digital push ahead of investor meetings

India's Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has reported robust financial performance, with net profit soaring to $6.07 billion and margins improving significantly to 21.2%. The state-owned giant continues its market dominance, holding a 56.7% share in new business premiums. A strategic shift towards higher-margin non-participating products is driving this growth, alongside…

The Economic Times

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India achieves major milestone: Helicopters can now land without radar as DGCA clears satellite-based navigation system

India has achieved a significant aviation milestone with the approval of its first Private Point-in-Space (PinS) instrument approach procedure for helicopters at Undavalli Heliport. This satellite-based technology allows for safe and accurate landings, especially in challenging weather or remote locations. The innovation is set to boost helicopter operations across various…

The Economic Times

Pahalgam terror attack: LeT chief Hafiz Saeed named as accused in supplementary chargesheet

Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed has been named an accused in the Pahalgam terror attack supplementary chargesheet by the NIA. Filed in Jammu, the chargesheet implicates Saeed for waging war against India and hatching conspiracies from across the border. This follows an earlier charge sheet naming a Pakistani handler and slain…

The Economic Times

Bizarre to drop Sanju Samson but great to see Vaibhav Sooryavanshi debut: Sanjay Manjrekar

Former batter Sanjay Manjrekar has labelled India's decision to drop Sanju Samson for the second T20 against England as "bizarre." While praising 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's historic debut, Manjrekar questioned Samson's exclusion, suggesting both could have been accommodated. Samson, a T20 World Cup star, was replaced by Sooryavanshi, who impressed in…

The Economic Times

WhatsApp asked to pause its biggest ever update

India says new username feature could increase ‘online fraud, phishing, digital arrest scams and impersonation attacks’

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India's biggest barrier for women who dream to work isn't a lack of jobs. It's unpaid care

Unpaid care work, not job scarcity, keeps most Indian women out of the workforce in major cities, a new survey reveals. While female labour force participation is slowly rising, it remains low globally. Despite better job quality in these cities, a significant wage gap persists, with women earning considerably less…

The Economic Times

Nomura names M&M, Hyundai, Ather Energy as top picks after June auto sales; says EV penetration at inflection point

Nomura remains positive on India's automobile sector after strong June sales, saying electric vehicle adoption has reached an inflection point. The brokerage expects continued momentum driven by new launches and improving charging infrastructure, while naming Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai Motor India, Ather Energy and Sona BLW among its top picks.

The Economic Times

Saudia’s flydeal launches India operations, begins direct daily Hyderabad-Riyadh flight

Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flyadeal has launched its inaugural service to India, with its first flight touching down in Hyderabad from Riyadh. This new daily connection, operated by Airbus A320 aircraft, significantly boosts air links between the Kingdom and India. Airport officials expressed delight, highlighting Hyderabad's growing importance as a…

The Economic Times

EV logistics startup TOCAL raises Rs 9 cr to drive EV fleet, fulfillment expansion

TOCAL, a tech-driven EV fleet and fulfillment platform, has secured Rs 9 crore in funding led by XB Group. This investment will fuel expansion into new cities and the establishment of fulfillment centers. The funding also initiates a strategic alliance with K-Indev Logistics, aiming to create an integrated logistics network…

The Economic Times

Govt to launch cooperative life insurance company, expand Bharat Taxi to 500 cities: Amit Shah

Union Minister Amit Shah announced a new cooperative life insurance company to bolster the sector's growth, marking the Ministry of Cooperation's 5th Foundation Day. He highlighted the ministry's role in revitalizing the cooperative movement. Initiatives like expanding 'Bharat Taxi' and establishing a Sahkari University were also discussed, aiming for a…

The Economic Times

Adani storms Hindalco-Vedanta duopoly with Rs 1.1 lakh crore gambit

Gautam Adani's $11.5 billion aluminium joint venture with IHC marks his biggest bet yet on India's industrial future. Rather than challenging Hindalco and Vedanta directly, Adani is targeting soaring aluminium demand driven by manufacturing, renewable energy and infrastructure, aiming to build a fully integrated metals business and reshape India's aluminium…

The Economic Times

Flipkart's top 5 Great Place to Work recognition is built on learning, growth and wellbeing

Flipkart has been placed among India’s Top 5 Best Companies to Work For. Employee-friendly policies, a learning culture embedded in the workplace, internal mobility, and more have been hallmarks of the e-commerce giant in achieving these accolades. Read about how workplaces are being redefined in India and how Flipkart has…

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8th Pay Commission latest news: Odisha meetings, Railway inspection plan and other key developments you should know

The 8th Pay Commission is actively consulting stakeholders across India, recently holding discussions in Bhubaneswar and planning for Kolkata. Notably, the commission intends to conduct firsthand inspections of Indian Railways' operations, including track maintenance, signal work, and train control, to better understand employee working conditions and risks before salary revisions.…

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History cannot be censored: Punjab unites after Diljit Dosanjh's 'Satluj' removed from Zee5

Political parties and Sikh bodies in Punjab have strongly condemned the removal of Diljit Dosanjh's film "Satluj" from ZEE5 in India. Critics argue the movie, based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, confronts a dark chapter of Punjab's history and its censorship is an assault on truth and freedom…

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India's power demand likely to grow 6% annually as renewable capacity additions stay strong

India's power demand is expected to grow at around 6 per cent annually over the next four to five years, supported by continued renewable energy capacity additions of 45-50 GW every year, according to a Centrum Institutional Research Q1FY27 power sector results preview report.

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Forgotten Punjabi soldiers of British Indian Army finally get WWI recognition after a century: Report

More than a century after the First World War, nearly 10,000 forgotten soldiers of the British Indian Army, many of them Punjabis, have finally been officially recognised for their wartime sacrifice.

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Indian diaspora in Indonesia anticipates boost in tech, healthcare ties during PM Modi's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a three-day official visit to Indonesia, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and their comprehensive strategic partnership. Discussions are expected to focus on trade, financial integration, and technological cooperation, with a potential local currency settlement framework between India and Indonesia. The visit also includes engagement…

The Economic Times

Own a house in India’s cleanest city? Here's how you can cut your property tax by 10% in Indore

Indore homeowners can now slash property tax bills by 10% through functional rainwater harvesting systems. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav announced the rebate, requiring inspection and certification by the Municipal Corporation. This initiative encourages water conservation and groundwater recharge, with the rebate contingent on the system's continued operation. It's a win-win, offering…

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Why This Rare Ganesha-Hanuman Idol Is So Unique

At first glance, it looks impossible. One side of the idol resembles Lord Ganesha, while the other reflects Lord Hanuman. Two of Hinduism's most beloved deities appear united in a single divine form. Most visitors pause, look again, and ask the same question: Why were these two gods carved into…

The Economic Times

Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Air to begin daily Mumbai flights from August 4

Riyadh Air is set to launch daily direct flights between Riyadh and Mumbai starting August 4, marking its significant entry into the Indian market. This new route, operated by a Boeing 787-9, will offer four cabin classes and aims to boost connectivity to Europe and the Middle East. The airline…

The Economic Times

El Nino threatens to fuel coal power surge in India, study says

A potential super El Niño could put more pressure on India's power grid than any other country's and slow its transition away from coal, according to a new report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).

The Economic Times

India proposes dedicated BRICS Virtual Working Group to combat narcotics trafficking

India has proposed a dedicated virtual working group for BRICS nations to combat evolving drug trafficking trends. Speaking at a Guwahati meet of anti-drug agency heads, NCB Director General Anurag Garg highlighted the global threat posed by sophisticated methods. The proposed group aims to facilitate real-time intelligence exchange, analyze shifting…

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25% chance of Sensex hitting 1 lakh in next 1 year: Morgan Stanley's Ridham Desai

Morgan Stanley's Ridham Desai sees a 25% chance of the Sensex touching 1 lakh within the next year, driven by stronger earnings and improving macroeconomic fundamentals. The brokerage's base case targets 89,000 by June 2027, while assigning an equal 25% probability to a bear-case decline to 66,000.

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