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Beyond the headline number: What India’s Rs 1.3 lakh crore MTF book really tells us

India’s MTF book has surged nearly five-fold to over Rs 1.3 lakh crore, reflecting rising retail participation and deeper cash-market activity. Unlike leverage-driven volatility overseas, India’s regulatory safeguards, margin requirements, position limits and broker-level controls keep leverage collateralised and dispersed. These measures reduce systemic risks and support market resilience.

The Economic Times

India asks Meta to revamp algorithms, submit roadmap to fight deepfakes

MeitY has directed Meta to revamp algorithms and provide a compliance roadmap. Officials also asked Meta to tighten content moderation and act faster on takedown requests. The directive came after Meta admitted gaps in its current systems for harmful content. Discussions focused on algorithmic changes to limit propaganda and manipulated…

The Economic Times

GTA 6 Extended Look Release Date: When can Indian fans watch new footage on Netflix and YouTube, and at what time?

Get ready, gamers! Rockstar Games is set to unveil an extended sneak peek of Grand Theft Auto 6 exclusively on Netflix. Mark your calendars for August 27, when audiences worldwide can catch the exciting footage. Indian fans can tune in on August 28 at 12:30 AM IST. Don't have Netflix?…

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India's gas demand returns to pre-disruption levels, but global LNG competition rises: Equirus

India's natural gas consumption recovered to near pre-disruption levels in June 2026. This recovery was broad-based across key sectors, indicating positive demand growth. Imported liquefied natural gas (LNG) consumption rose significantly, increasing India's import dependence. City gas distribution and miscellaneous users led the demand increase during this period.

The Economic Times

India tops Canada deportation list as 3,323 Indians removed in first half of 2026

Canada deported 3,323 Indian nationals in the first six months of 2026. This figure places India at the top of Canada's deportation list for the period. The number of Indian nationals removed from Canada has significantly increased since 2021. Mexico and Haiti follow India in the number of deportations during…

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Why Shiva and Vishnu Temples Feel So Different

Have you ever walked into a Shiva temple and instantly felt silence, while a Vishnu temple welcomed you with bright decorations, flowers, music, and divine beauty? It may seem like a small difference, but it carries a profound spiritual meaning. These temples are not designed differently by chance. Every detail…

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100% tariff threat looms over India as US senate passes Russia sanctions bill

The US Senate passed a sanctions bill targeting Russia's energy sector. This legislation grants the President power to impose tariffs on major oil buyers. India and China are among the top five purchasers of Russian oil. The bill aims to reinforce support for Ukraine and pressure Russia. It now moves…

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Independence Day 2026 speech and essay ideas: Simple, creative topics for students to celebrate the spirit of freedom

As we approach Independence Day 2026, it's a chance to write about the journey of freedom in contemporary India. Students can create essays and speech ideas about the legacy of our freedom fighters, reflecting a deeper appreciation for the struggles that led to our current freedom. Engaging discussions will also…

The Economic Times

Netanyahu's remarks 'gratuitous' as India not backing war against Iran: Former diplomat on PM Modi-Netanyahu call

"The West Asia crisis has reached a fork point. The choices between various stakeholders are to continue with escalation or to taper it down and negotiate a settlement. For the moment, it appears that the escalation ladder is broken. Hopefully, the negotiations between Oman and Iran over the terms of…

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Meet this Indian woman from Uttarakhand who holds a Guinness World Record for nearly 9 foot long hair; her secret is surprisingly simple

Renu Dhariyal from Haldwani, Uttarakhand, has achieved a new Guinness World Record for her exceptionally long hair. Her hair measures an impressive 271.5 centimeters, surpassing the previous record holder from Ukraine. Renu stopped cutting her hair in 2015, inspired by traditional Indian views on beauty and identity. She maintains her…

The Economic Times

‘Cockroach’ movement keeps heat on Indian PM

NEW DELHI - Two weeks after youth-led protests forced India’s education minister to resign, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is grappling with the fallout from one of its toughest political challenges in years.

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The Hilsa Fish: Bengal's Beloved Ilish and the Ecology Behind India's Overfishing Crisis

A Fish That Lives Two LivesThe hilsa, Tenualosa ilisha, is an anadromous species: it spends most of its adult life in the Bay of Bengal and the coastal sea, then swims hundreds of kilometres upstream into freshwater rivers to spawn. This is the same biological strategy used by salmon, and…

Times Life

India's Beloved Mahseer Fish Is Vanishing From Its Rivers and Conservation Is Running Out of Time

A Fish That Held Sacred Status for CenturiesThe golden mahseer, Tor putitora, can grow to over 2.5 metres in length and weigh upward of 54 kilograms, numbers that sound implausible until you see one held up in a black-and-white photograph from the Ramganga or the Cauvery, dwarfing the men around…

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India's Stick Insects: How Mimicry, Camouflage, and Disguise Reveal the Outer Limits of Survival

The Insect That Isn't ThereCarausius morosus, the Indian stick insect, can hold itself motionless for hours on a branch and become, to any predator scanning the canopy, a twig. Not approximately a twig. A twig with the right diameter, the right surface texture, the right slight bend. The order Phasmatodea,…

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Five Salt Lakes and Flats Across India That Rival Sambhar and Rann of Kutch for Travel

Sambhar Lake, Rajasthan, India's Largest Inland Saline LakeMost Indian travellers who know Sambhar know it only as a name on a map between Jaipur and Ajmer. The lake itself, roughly 230 square kilometres at full spread, sits in a shallow basin that has been harvested for salt since at least…

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6 Proven Triggers That Accelerate Vitiligo Progression and What Your Skin Needs to Avoid

Sunburn and Unprotected UV ExposureUltraviolet radiation is one of the most documented accelerants of vitiligo. When UV rays damage skin cells in someone already living with the condition, the immune system's attack on melanocytes intensifies at the site of injury. This is called the Koebner phenomenon, new depigmentation appearing precisely…

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Why Eczema in Indian Adults Traces Back to Gut Health, Microbiome, and Inflammation

The skin is the symptom, not the sourceEczema, clinically called atopic dermatitis, affects roughly 10 to 30 percent of children and a significant share of adults in India, according to data published in the Indian Journal of Dermatology. Most adults manage it with moisturisers, topical steroids, and antihistamines. Many cycle…

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Why Nobody Leaves This Hanuman Temple Empty-Handed

Some temples become famous because of history, while others become special because of the faith people carry in their hearts. The Nanganallur Anjaneyar Temple in Chennai is one such sacred place where thousands of devotees believe their prayers are heard. Home to a magnificent 32-foot Hanuman idol carved from a…

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Optimized builds satellites to focus on Earth, space traffic

The group has started building satellites after working for more than two decades on space payloads, testing infrastructure, electronic assemblies and harnesses. It has received orders for multiple satellites and expects satellite deliveries to become its largest source of space revenue from next year, overtaking payload fabrication and testing.

The Economic Times

Defence ministry has initiated efforts to join sixth-gen fighter aircraft programme: Parliamentary panel

India has begun efforts to join France's Future Combat Air System program. The Defence Ministry seeks a roadmap for acquiring sixth-generation fighter aircraft. This move aims to enhance India's air domain capabilities significantly. The parliamentary panel recommended planning for advanced aircraft development. India also continues discussions for its indigenous Advanced…

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Sugar Prices Soar on Global Production Worries

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) closed up +0.88 (+5.65%) on Friday, and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) closed up +16.50 (+3.39%). Sugar prices extended this week’s sharp rally on Friday, with NY sugar posting a 10-month nearest-futures high and London sugar posting an 11-month high....

The Economic Times

IP protection, FTA utilisation, contractual safeguards’ integration key for Indian exporters: Report

Indian exporters need to integrate intellectual property protection with FTAs, customs, compliance, contracts and supply chains before entering overseas markets, a TPCI-RNA Technology report said, as IP increasingly influences market access, business valuation, partnerships and global competitiveness.

The Economic Times

India Inc's silence on CJP protests raises uncomfortable questions

India's largest companies face criticism for their silence during recent youth protests. These businesses have contributed to precarious employment conditions for young graduates. Many young Indians feel despair and anger over livelihood issues and exam leaks. Mainstream media, funded by corporate advertising, presented a different narrative. Corporate India's disconnect from…

The Economic Times

Withdrawal of zero MDR may jeopardise one of India’s most successful public policy innovations

The Payment and Settlement Systems Amendment Bill has revived debate over MDR on UPI. While charges could support banks and fintech firms, the article argues they may burden small merchants, weaken financial inclusion and undermine the affordability behind UPI’s growth.

The Economic Times

MEA calls out 'fake news' over report claiming India sought defence pact with Israel after Pak-Saudi-Turkey deal

India's Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed fake news reports. These reports alleged India sought a defense pact with Israel. The false claims originated from Turkish media and social media platforms. India is closely observing the new security framework between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. Prime Minister Modi and Israeli…

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