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When environmental rules stall housing, not pollution

India's environmental clearance process often delays urban housing projects, raising costs and slowing jobs without improving protection. A risk-based system could speed low-impact projects while safeguarding sensitive areas.

The Economic Times

The Guardian view on the global baby bust: people are having fewer children – even where they say they want more

Editorial: Indian fertility has fallen below the rate required for population stability, in further evidence of the unexpectedly rapid decline in births internationally

The Guardian - UK

JSW Dulux aims for top 2 position in decorative paints after Akzo buy

JSW Dulux is targeting a top-two position in India's paint market. The company plans aggressive expansion and significant investments in its brands and manufacturing. This strategy leverages the JSW Group's strengths to capture future growth opportunities in the expanding Indian market. The Dulux brand will remain central to this ambitious…

The Economic Times

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'Wait till US discovers it': Spain's Billarda goes viral; Indians say it's a 2,000-year-old game called gilli danda

A Spanish game called Billarda has gone viral on Indian social media. Many Indians recognize it as their ancient game, gilli danda. Videos show players flicking a small stick with a larger one towards a target. This has brought back childhood memories for many. Gilli danda is believed to be…

The Economic Times

Telegram’s Pavel Durov says NTA restrictions punish 150 million India users and ‘haven't stopped anything’

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov criticised India's temporary ban on the messaging app, stating it punishes millions of users instead of those leaking exam materials. The restrictions, imposed by the NTA ahead of a re-examination, aim to curb misinformation but Durov argues they are ineffective as leaks simply move to other…

The Economic Times

SEEPCO supplies 6 million barrels of Nigerian crude to Indian refiners

Amidst West Asia crisis concerns, India's state-run refiners diversified oil supplies by sourcing nearly six million barrels from Nigeria's SEEPCO between March and May 2026. This move, utilizing crude from SEEPCO's Okwuibome field, bypassed the Strait of Hormuz, bolstering India's energy security during global uncertainty.

The Economic Times

India launches UPI at department store in France

India's digital payment system, UPI, has expanded its global reach with a launch at Galeries Lafayette in Nice, France. This move strengthens economic and technological ties between India and France. Following its introduction at the Eiffel Tower earlier this year, UPI is now available in nine countries. This allows Indian…

The Economic Times

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Govt likely to clear Dixon-Vivo JV deal this month

The government is set to approve the Dixon-Vivo joint venture this month. Dixon Technologies will hold a majority stake in this new venture. This partnership aims to manufacture electronic devices, including smartphones. Vivo's Noida facility will be integrated into the joint venture. This move will significantly reduce Vivo's operational risks…

The Economic Times

Sugar Prices Rebound on India Crop Concerns

July NY world sugar #11 (SBN26 ) today is up +0.11 (+0.80%), and Aug London ICE white sugar #5 (SWQ26 ) is up +6.40 (+1.45%). Sugar prices erased early losses today and moved higher on concerns over India’s sugar crop. India’s Meteorological Department reported that India’s cumulative monsoon rainfall was...

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Tata says India pollution board drops scrutiny of Apple iPhone parts plant

Tata Electronics, an Apple supplier, has cleared pollution concerns at its iPhone plant in Tamil Nadu. The state pollution control board dropped its investigation after Tata addressed issues regarding wastewater discharge. Farmers had complained about contamination of agricultural lands. Tata confirmed its facility's water samples showed no contamination. This development…

The Economic Times

World should move from donor-recipient to partnerships based on solidarity and equality: PM Modi to G7 leaders

Speaking at the Outreach Session on 'Forging new Partnerships and rebuilding international solidarity here, Modi also underscored the importance of "trust" in building international partnerships, especially in an increasingly interconnected world.

The Economic Times

India's first digital repository of space-sector capabilities launched at ISC

The platform brings together more than 200 verified space and defence companies across nearly 20 domains and over 120 sub-domains. It aims to create a single, trusted platform for capability discovery, collaboration and business development across the Indian space ecosystem.

The Economic Times

Gems, jewellery exports dip 2.49% to USD 2,047.80 million in May: Trade body

India's gems and jewellery exports saw a dip in May. High gold prices and supply issues impacted overall shipments. Gold jewellery exports declined significantly. However, studded gold jewellery exports showed growth. Cut and polished diamonds, lab-grown diamonds, and silver jewellery exports performed well. The industry is addressing challenges with the…

The Economic Times

CCI clears TVS Group's acquisition of PGIM India AMC, Temasek-Romsons deal

India's fair trade regulator CCI has given the green light for TVS Group entities to acquire PGIM India Asset Management. The regulator also cleared Temasek's investment in medical devices maker Romsons Group. These approvals pave the way for significant business consolidations in the financial and healthcare sectors. The deals involve…

The Economic Times

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How Telegram Fueled Medical Exam Cheating and Sparked a Nationwide Crackdown in India

India has temporarily blocked access to Telegram, accusing cheating rackets of using the app to sell bogus NEET‑UG exam papers as millions of students prepare for a re‑test.

The Economic Times

India Telegram Ban Update: Founder Pavel Durov says 'ban hasn't stopped anything, leaks just moved...'

Telegram ban India: Telegram founder Pavel Durov criticized India's temporary ban on the messaging app, arguing it punishes over 150 million users instead of exam leak culprits. The government cited the app's use in NEET exam cheating as the reason for the ban, a move Durov claims is ineffective as…

The Times of India

Boating incident in Sydney turns out to be murder-suicide: Note found after Indian-origin man dies along with daughter

Two bodies were found in the Parramatta River in Sydney last Saturday, leading the investigators to a suicide note that led the authorities to classify the incident as a deliberate murder suicide. Cops were called when witnesses told the police that a man was seen floating in the water. The…

The Independent UK

Captain of Russian shadow fleet ship seized by British troops appears in court

Indian national Ajay Pant has been charged with directly or indirectly supplying or delivering by ship prohibited oil or oil products from Russia to a third country

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India blocks Telegram app over exam fraud

NEW DELHI - India has temporarily blocked the Telegram messaging app, saying it was used to try to defraud candidates for a national medical entrance test, which had already been hit by allegations of leaked papers last ⁠month that led to millions of results being cancelled.

The Economic Times

Zerodha, Groww, Angel One, Upstox get Gift City nod to offer US stocks to Indian investors

Leading Indian fintechs Groww, Zerodha, Angel One, and Upstox have secured licenses from IFSCA to offer international equity investing to Indian retail traders. Groww and Upstox obtained Global Access Provider (GAP) licenses, while Zerodha and Angel One became broker-dealers, enabling direct or indirect access to US stock markets.

The Economic Times

India adds 4.6 GWh of energy storage capacity in first quarter of 2026: Report

India saw a massive surge in battery energy storage capacity in early 2026. The country added 4.6 gigawatt-hours in the first three months, a 941 percent jump. This rapid expansion positions energy storage as a vital part of India's power infrastructure. Rajasthan leads in cumulative storage capacity. The project pipeline…

The Independent UK

India bans over-the-counter cough syrup after dozens of children die

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Evening Standard

Captain of seized Russian shadow fleet ship appears in court

Indian national Ajay Pant appeared at Southampton Magistrates’ Court by videolink from Bournemouth police station for a preliminary hearing.

The Economic Times

Hari Menon exits BigBasket; Sarvam cofounder on fresh funding

BigBasket's longtime leader Hari Menon has stepped down as CEO. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

The Economic Times

Adani Group, Brazil's Embraer finalise Dholera for setting up aircraft assembly line

Adani Group and Embraer have selected Dholera in Gujarat for a regional jet assembly line. This collaboration aims to boost India's aircraft manufacturing capabilities. Embraer sees significant potential in the Indian market for civilian and defense aircraft. The facility will support India's Regional Transport Aircraft program and the UDAN scheme.…

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