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In 1873, had Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's palanquin not taken a wrong turn, India might never have got 'Vande Mataram'

An 1873 encounter with a British officer in a palanquin ignited Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's patriotic fervor, leading to the creation of "Vande Mataram." This powerful Sanskrit phrase, meaning "I bow to thee, Mother," became a rallying cry for India's freedom fighters. Featured in his novel Anandamath, the song's stirring verses…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

NIA chargesheets 11 accused in Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh offshoot terror conspiracy case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charged 11 individuals in connection with a terror plot by an offshoot of Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). Investigations revealed their involvement in expanding the outfit's ideology and network across West Bengal and northeastern states. The accused allegedly promoted extremist agendas, radicalized youth, and used digital…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Ajmer’s hidden engine: From steam locomotives to Vande Bharat — inside the 150-year-old railway workshop quietly powering the city’s growth since 1876

Set up in 1876, the Ajmer Railway Workshop has completed 150 years as one of the city’s most important institutions. Beyond locomotives and repairs, it helped shape Ajmer’s cosmopolitan character by drawing in communities from across India and abroad, leaving behind a cultural and social legacy that still stands today.

The Economic Times · Jun 26

India wants to recover ‘Green Boots’ after 30 years. Here’s why so many of Everest’s dead are left behind

IN FOCUS: As India plans to retrieve the body of ‘Green Boots’, experts explain to Maroosha Muzaffar why Everest’s dead are rarely brought home

The Independent UK · Jun 26

ETMarkets Smart Talk | As FD rates soften, AAA PSU and corporate bonds are gaining traction: BondScanner CEO

As fixed deposit rates dip, investors are turning to high-rated PSU and corporate bonds for better returns. Improved retail access and regulatory reforms are making these instruments more appealing. Experts highlight that while yields are attractive, understanding credit ratings, security, cash flows, and liquidity is crucial for investors to differentiate…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Iran-US war latest: Trump and Tehran agree to halt attacks after exchanging strikes over Strait of Hormuz

Iran and US to meet in Qatar to resume peace talks, according to reports

The Independent UK · Jun 26

India hands over Rs 2.5 billion cheque to Bhutan as 5th tranche towards Economic Stimulus Programme

India has disbursed the fifth tranche of Rs 250 crore for Bhutan's Economic Stimulus Programme, bringing the total released to Rs 1,250 crore. This support is vital for Bhutan's post-Covid economic recovery and employment generation. Additionally, India provided over Rs 46 crore for educational initiatives and digital skilling. India remains…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Do you lose your interest and deposit if you have multiple PPF accounts? Here's what the rules say

Discovering you have two Public Provident Fund accounts can be a common oversight, but it's crucial to address. Indian regulations strictly permit only one personal PPF account. Learn how to identify and regularize duplicate accounts, understand the implications for your deposits and interest, and what steps to take to avoid…

The Economic Times · Jun 26

India-US hold roundtable to deepen AI, chips, critical minerals cooperation

India and the United States held a closed-door roundtable bringing together senior government officials and industry leaders to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductor supply chains and critical minerals, as both countries seek to deepen their strategic technology partnership.

The Economic Times · Jun 26

35 nations, including India, sign statement on AI opportunity at Pax Silica Summit in US

At the second Pax Silica Summit held in Washington on Thursday, 35 nations signed the Joint Statement on AI Opportunity, aligning behind a pro-growth, pro-innovation regulatory approach for the AI era, said Jacob Helberg, US Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs.

The Economic Times · Jun 26