The Latest Breaking News from India

'Unacceptable': CJP on Jantar Mantar being denotified as protest site

Delhi Police has taken a contentious step by removing Jantar Mantar from the list of authorized protest sites in New Delhi. Saurav Das, co-convener of the Cockroach Janta Party, criticized the action, stating it threatens the democratic right to protest. New venues such as Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Why India’s ‘cockroach’ protesters say they won’t back down

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The Independent UK · Oct 12

Smallcaps have surged 2.3x since April 2023. Why Vikas Khemani still sees India’s next multibaggers here

Smallcaps have surged 2.3 times since April 2023, but Carnelian Capital founder Vikas Khemani believes the segment still offers India’s next multibaggers. Despite elevated valuations, stronger earnings growth, greater domestic exposure, and a wider pool of high-growth businesses could create opportunities for investors who focus on stock selection and management…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

India fastest-growing major steel market; demand to grow 7.9% in 2026: World Steel Association

India's steel demand is projected to grow by 7.9 percent in 2026 and by 8 percent in 2027. This growth is driven by infrastructure projects, manufacturing expansion, and strong real estate demand. Conversely, steel demand in China is expected to experience a decline of 2 percent in 2026, followed by…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Less than 8% of India’s national highways are now narrower than two lanes: High-speed corridors grow 12 times as government plans 51,000 km of faster roads

India’s national highway network is undergoing a major shift, with roads narrower than two lanes now accounting for just 8% of the total network. While high-speed corridors have expanded more than 12-fold, trucks in India still cover far less distance daily than those in the US and China. The government…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

5G Is Here, But Jio Is Already Planning This Next Leap

India is still expanding its 5G network, but Reliance Jio is already looking towards the next big leap in mobile connectivity. At the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, the telecom operator showcased new technology designed for the 6G era and said India could be among the first countries to introduce…

MyLifeXP · Oct 12

Terrifying moment power bank bursts into flames on packed flight as passengers battle blaze

A power bank catches fire mid-air, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency landing in India.

The Independent UK · Oct 12

India wastes 1.8 billion units of renewable power amid shortages and dwindling coal stocks: Report

In July and August, India faced significant curtailment of renewable electricity despite rising power demand. Nearly 1.8 billion units of electricity were turned away due to infrastructure challenges in absorption. Approximately 4.2% of total solar generation could not integrate into the grid during this period. Coal remains the primary electricity…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Five-star Indian hockey team enters Asian Champions Trophy as tournament's most successful side

Since the Asian Champions Trophy began, the Indian men's hockey team has enjoyed impressive success, clinching their first title in 2011 and repeating the feat in 2016 against Pakistan. In 2018, the final was a draw with Pakistan due to unfavorable weather. India's latest victory came in 2023 over Malaysia,…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

India’s 10-year bond yield hits 3-year high as RBI’s liquidity measure weighs on demand

Indian government bonds extended losses on Monday, pushing the benchmark 10-year yield to a three-year high as the RBI’s latest liquidity-tightening measures added to selling pressure. Tighter banking-system liquidity can curb banks’ capacity to invest in government securities, weakening bond demand and pushing prices lower and yields higher.

The Economic Times · Oct 12