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Commonwealth Games: Mirabai Chanu, Lovlina Borgohain named India’s flag and baton bearers for opening ceremony

Olympic medallists Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain will serve as India’s flag bearer and baton bearer, respectively, at the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony. Mirabai, an Olympic silver medallist and decorated weightlifter, and Lovlina, an Olympic bronze medallist and leading boxer, have represented India with distinction at major international competitions.

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Axis Bank appoints ex-Bandhan Bank CFO Rajeev Mantri as finance chief

Axis Bank has appointed Rajeev Mantri as its new finance chief. Mantri joins Axis Bank after stepping down from Bandhan Bank in June. He brings nearly three decades of extensive finance experience to his new role. His appointment fills the vacancy left by Puneet Sharma's recent resignation. Mantri satisfies all…

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From Chicken's Neck to growth corridor: Why North Bengal's next chapter matters

North Bengal is emerging as a vital economic corridor, connecting trade and regional integration. Bagdogra Airport's expansion signals growing confidence in business and urban development. Upgraded infrastructure and new policy initiatives support this economic transformation. Siliguri is evolving into a regional hub, creating economic value beyond its transit role. A…

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Skyroot Aerospace joins small group of companies capable of orbital launches

The mission, called Aagaman, marks the culmination of years of development for the startup, which had earlier flown the sub-orbital Vikram-S in 2022. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Skyroot team shortly after the launch, calling it proof of India's push toward self-reliance in space technology.

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Vizhinjam port to begin full EXIM operations from August 18

Vizhinjam International Seaport will begin full export-import (EXIM) operations on August 18, transforming from a transshipment hub into a full-fledged cargo gateway. Developed by Kerala government and Adani Ports, the port will launch EXIM services alongside Mission Samudra, boosting logistics, exports, investment, employment and India's maritime trade capabilities.

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PM Modi congratulates Skyroot after private rocket reaches orbit: ‘You have planted new seeds in the sky’

In a phone conversation following the launch, Modi told founder Pawan Chandana and the Skyroot team that they had “planted new seeds in the sky” and given strength to young Indians to dream bigger in technology and space.

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UPI MDR could raise business costs, hurt consumption if introduced: Experts

Experts suggest focusing on who bears UPI merchant discount rate costs. Introducing this fee could increase business operating expenses and squeeze margins. Small merchants and kirana stores may face significant challenges with this change. UPI's success as a public digital infrastructure is at stake. Policymakers must balance sustainability with UPI's…

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Spacetech unicorn Skyroot launches Vikram-1, marks India's first private orbital rocket mission

The mission, named Aagaman, lifted off from the First Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC-SHAR) in Sriharikota at 12:05 noon. The mission completed all four stages as planned. The success marks India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle mission and a major leap towards building commercial, on-demand…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Live: Spain vs Argentina date, time, venue, India match time and where to watch

Spain and Argentina will compete for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title. The championship match is scheduled for July 19, 2026, in New Jersey. Indian viewers can watch the final live in the early hours of July 20. England and France will play in the third-place play-off match. ZEE5 and…

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Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' earns Rs 20.76 crore at box office in India

Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" achieved over twenty crore rupees in India on its opening day. The film features a star-studded cast including Tom Holland and Zendaya in key roles. It depicts Odysseus's challenging ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. The movie was filmed using advanced 70mm IMAX film cameras…

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Vikram 1 Launched: Skyroot's rocket successfully enters space to script India's private space milestone

Skyroot's Vikram-1 Launch: Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched its Vikram-1 orbital rocket from Sriharikota. This marked India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket to take flight. The mission, named Mission Aagaman, signifies a major milestone for the nation's space sector. Vikram-1 is designed to carry payloads up to 350 kg to Low…

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ISRO faces biggest manpower crunch in 25 years as nearly 3 in 10 posts remain vacant amid Gaganyaan, Moon and Mars ambitions

India's space program confronts a widening manpower shortage with nearly three in ten sanctioned posts vacant. Staffing levels have steadily declined, reaching a low point in recent years. This shortfall occurs as ISRO embarks on ambitious missions, including human spaceflight. The Department of Space cites Covid disruptions and recruitment reforms…

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All eyes on Rohit Sharma in series decider at Lord's

Rohit Sharma will be under intense scrutiny in the series-deciding third ODI against England as speculation over his international future grows despite the BCCI ruling out retirement talks. After a quiet series so far, the veteran opener will look to rediscover his form, while India will rely on in-form batters…

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Indian mango festival inaugurated in Singapore

The Indian High Commission in Singapore has organised a three-day event to promote premium mangoes, aimed at boosting agricultural trade ties and expanding the country's horticultural market footprint in the city-state. High Commissioner Shilpak Ambule on Friday welcomed the return of the Indian Mango Festival at the Suntec Convention Centre…

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Agentic AI, alternative data and SIFs take centre stage at Indian Institutional Quant Conference 2026

Agentic AI, alternative data and Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) dominated discussions at the Indian Institutional Quant Conference 2026, where industry leaders, academics and policymakers explored the evolving role of quantitative investing, AI-driven strategies and regulatory developments shaping India's institutional investment landscape.

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Onion growers welcome agri market near Vadhvan port, urge govt to develop Nashik as export hub

Maharashtra's onion growers welcome a new agricultural market near Vadhvan port. They propose developing Nashik as a national onion export hub for global trade. This initiative aims to boost farmer incomes and India's position in the onion market. The growers seek direct farmer benefits and improved export infrastructure. A stable…

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Got AIR 35 in NEET-UG 2026 but won't become doctor: Here's why this topper chose engineering over medicine and will soon join IIT Kharagpur

Sabyasachi Laskar, West Bengal's top NEET-UG scorer, will pursue computer science engineering at IIT Kharagpur. He aims to develop energy-efficient computer hardware for global sustainability initiatives. Laskar secured All India Rank 35 in the NEET-UG examination. He had already secured admission to IIT Kharagpur before the NEET retest. His mother…

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India has better chance to qualify if FIFA World Cup expanded to 64 teams: Bhaichung Bhutia

FIFA's potential 64-team World Cup expansion offers India better qualification chances. This move could compromise the overall quality of the games played. Bhaichung Bhutia believes the women's team has a better chance to qualify. He also supports OCI and PIO players joining the national team. Long-term development remains crucial for…

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SCO members, including India, exchange info on situation along their borders

SCO border officials met in Islamabad to exchange information on international border situations. They discussed and approved outcomes from the "Solidarity-2025" joint border operation. Participants also approved the plan for the "Solidarity-2026" joint border operation. Tajikistan will host the "Solidarity-2027" joint border operation in the coming year.

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PV Sindhu enters Japan Open final

PV Sindhu reached her first final in over two years at the Japan Open after Tokyo Olympic champion Chen Yufei retired injured during their women's singles semifinal with the Indian leading 21-19, 15-10.

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UPI MDR may return for large merchants: What it means for your digital payments

India's government is considering a small Merchant Discount Rate for large UPI retailers. This potential change aims to create a sustainable revenue model for payment providers. Large merchants with significant annual turnover would face this minor transaction fee. Peer-to-peer and small merchant transactions will remain free of any charges.

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Indian police swoop in to remove hunger-striking activist Sonam Wangchuk from protest site

Activists accuse Delhi Police of ‘kidnapping’ Wangchuk, while authorities say he has been moved to hospital in a ‘much-needed medical intervention’

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Pawan Kumar Chandana: Meet India's Elon Musk, the Skyroot CEO who once scored 50 in maths and is now sending Vikram-1 into space

Pawan Kumar Chandana: Skyroot Aerospace CEO and co-founder Pawan Kumar Chandana, a child who was once bad at maths, is now the head of this ambitious space company. If Skyroot is successful, it will be in a very small club of private space companies in the world. The launch is…

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Skyroot Vikram-1 launch time: When will India's first private orbital rocket lift off?

India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1, will launch on Saturday. This mission will place multiple technology demonstration payloads into low Earth orbit. It will also deploy a micro-art payload and a handwritten postcard from Prime Minister Modi. The launch marks the private space sector's entry into the orbital launch…

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India's first pvt rocket to place tech payloads, postcard from PM into orbit

India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1, will launch Saturday into low earth orbit. The rocket will deploy multiple technology demonstration payloads, both domestic and foreign. It will also carry a micro-art payload and a handwritten postcard from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This launch marks the private space sector's entry…

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