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Quote of the day by Alexander the Great: 'I would rather live a short life of glory than a long one of obscurity.' Life lessons from motivational quote on bold action, impact, safety, silence, success, ambition and meaningful achievement

Quote of the day by Alexander the Great, “I would rather live a short life of glory than a long one of obscurity,” reflects the value of purpose, courage, ambition and meaningful achievement. The quote is widely attributed to Alexander, although there is no direct primary historical source. His campaigns…

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PM Modi urges Indians to avoid buying gold to curb trade deficit and support rupee

Prime Minister Modi renewed his appeal for Indians to avoid buying gold unless necessary. This call aims to curb bullion demand and ease economic pressures on the nation. Gold imports significantly contribute to India's trade deficit and weaken the rupee. The government is reportedly considering import duty cuts on gold…

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Sugar Prices Rally on the Outlook for a Global Deficit

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) closed up +0.55 (+3.09%) on Tuesday, and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) closed up +19.60 (+3.81%). Sugar prices settled sharply higher on Tuesday after the International Sugar Organization (ISO) projected a global sugar deficit. ISO on Tuesday projected a 2026/27...

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Meera Syal reveals ‘older Asian actor’ in London tried to rape her in her 20s

LONDON: British Indian actor and screenwriter Meera Syal, famed for writing “Bhaji on the Beach” and co-writing and starring in the British Asian TV comedy “Goodness Gracious Me”, has revealed that an older Asian actor had tried to rape her, when she was in her 20s, in London.

The Times of India

PM Modi at SCO: Shun double standards on terror, choose dialogue & diplomacy to resolve conflicts

In a powerful address, Prime Minister Modi called on the SCO to take a firm stand against nations that leverage terrorism for state agenda. He emphasized the need to dismantle the networks that support terrorism and eliminate the hypocrisy surrounding counter-terrorism efforts. Modi also highlighted the importance of dialogue and…

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SCO Summit: India's priorities on terror, security reflected in Bishkek Declaration

India's priorities found reflection in the SCO Bishkek Declaration adopted Tuesday. The declaration emphasized combating terrorism and strengthening scientific cooperation among members. New Delhi highlighted thirteen key outcomes, including a center for countering security threats. Prime Minister Modi urged confronting nations using terrorism as state policy. This summit strengthened India's…

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The road less paved: India’s cities have a governance problem

As key contributors to national economic growth, Indian cities face challenges in governance due to unfulfilled promises of devolving powers to local governments since 1992. To strengthen city management and fiscal strategies, three reforms are essential. Enhancing coordination and stabilizing state-city financial transfers are critical first steps, alongside empowering cities…

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Indian Army begins Arjun tank overhaul after 6-year delay, 26 upgrades in focus

India’s armoured warfare upgrade is moving on two tracks, with the Army testing 26 Mk-1A-derived improvements on its older Arjun tanks while preparing a much larger next-generation combat vehicle programme. The FRCV project targets 1,770 tanks to replace the T-72 fleet, with plans for multiple variants, higher indigenous content, AI-enabled…

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Nepal floods: 163 Indians evacuated, tunnel rescue team soldiers on despite challenges

India has rescued 163 nationals following devastating flash floods in Nepal. A specialised forensics team from India is assisting with DNA analysis in Kathmandu. Indian tunnel rescue teams are working to reach individuals trapped inside hydropower tunnels. The Nepal floods have claimed over 1,000 lives and left thousands missing. Relief…

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Meta sued for over Rs 20000000 by Delhi man after Instagram creator films him using Meta glasses

Accusing an Instagram creator of secretly filming him at a Delhi café using Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, a man has sent a legal notice seeking Rs 2.05 crore in damages, an apology and the video's removal. The notice also targets Meta directly over the glasses' design, arguing its recording indicator…

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India to build 100 airports over next 10 years under modified UDAN scheme: Naidu

India plans to construct 100 new airports over the next decade. This expansion aims to enhance regional air connectivity under the UDAN scheme. The government will invest approximately thirty thousand crore rupees for this ambitious project. Civil aviation is identified as the nation's fastest-growing economic sector. The hub-and-spoke model is…

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India is the world's best location to set up data centres: Piyush Goyal

In a pivotal meeting with data centre industry players, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal focused on facilitating business operations. He underscored India's immense potential for data centres and the substantial investments pouring in. Amid global challenges, Goyal praised India's economic growth, firmly responding to criticism of GDP statistics by highlighting the…

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Sugar Prices Climb as ISO Projects a Global Deficit

October NY world sugar #11 (SBV26 ) is up +0.56 (+3.14%) today, and October London ICE white sugar #5 (SWV26 ) is up +21.20 (+4.12%). Sugar prices are sharply higher today after the International Sugar Organization (ISO) projected a global sugar deficit. ISO today projected a -200,000 MT sugar deficit...

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Bill to provide statutory framework to Indian Statistical Institute referred to parliamentary panel

The Indian Statistical Institute is set to receive a legislative upgrade as a bill has been dispatched to a parliamentary committee. This initiative aims to fortify the institute's governance and research prowess. By establishing the institute as a corporate body, the legislation aims to equip the next generation of statisticians…

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We must resolve to transform all defence PSUs into global giants: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stressed defence PSUs' vital role in national security imperatives. He urged them to prioritize timely delivery and reduce import dependency significantly. Efforts should focus on achieving global quality standards for all defence products. Increased investment in research and development was welcomed by the minister. Defence PSUs…

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Careful when filing your taxes, this new "PackClient" malware is hitting global firms via tax audit lures

The Chinese are using a tax lure to deploy a new RAT and take over victim devices.

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Nepal floods: Indian team starts DNA analysis, drones deployed as teams tackle tunnel challenge - what we know

NEW DELHI: A forensic team from India has begun analysing DNA samples in Nepal, as rescue teams continue the search for people missing after catastrophic flash floods swept through the Himalayan region on August 26.

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After S-400, India eyes Russia’s S-500 and Su-57 in a major defence push

S-500 missile defence system and Su-57 stealth fighter are emerging as key defence topics in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the SCO Summit. The discussions come after India’s S-400 system, used during Operation Sindoor, reportedly performed effectively against aerial threats, adding…

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Nepal's only billionaire praises India, PM Modi for swift disaster response; calls rebuilding task 'gigantic'

Nepal's sole billionaire Binod Chaudhary lauded India's swift response to devastating flash floods. He described the disaster's scale as far bigger than previously contemplated. Villages, markets, schools, and bridges were washed away, impacting power generation capacity. Chaudhary emphasised the gigantic rebuilding task ahead for the nation. He appealed for continued…

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MSMEs must scale, innovate and go global to power India’s growth: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh called on MSMEs to move beyond the domestic market and compete globally.

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India highlights 13 outcomes from SCO summit; Centre for security threats among key decisions

India highlighted key Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit outcomes on Tuesday. Measures to strengthen security cooperation and counter transnational threats were emphasized. A Universal Centre for Countering Challenges and Threats was approved by members. India also secured a platform to articulate its regional security positions. Several MoUs were signed to enhance…

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UpGrad completes Unacademy acquisition; Ultrahuman’s $60 million raise

UpGrad has completed its acquisition of Unacademy, marking the close of a major consolidation in India’s edtech sector. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.

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PILs being used as 'weapon': Calcutta HC on plea over Mamata Banerjee's 'comments' at rally

The Calcutta High Court questioned a PIL concerning Mamata Banerjee's alleged remarks. The court observed that public interest litigations are used as a special tool. The petitioner alleged Banerjee's comments impacted India's national interest. State counsel submitted the petitioner was not present at the rally. The court scheduled further consideration…

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‘My 3 startups failed in India, US one didn’t’: Here’s why NRI founder says all three shut down

NRI entrepreneur Aniruddha Anjana says three businesses he launched in India after returning from 10 years in the US failed amid unpaid customer dues, a stalled government drone survey project and alleged corruption and blackmail in his restaurant venture. Despite the setbacks, his US business remains profitable, and he says…

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Commerce ministry discusses India-US trade performance with exporters, their issues on market access

The commerce ministry of India is actively soliciting feedback from exporters about challenges in accessing the US market. Minister Piyush Goyal's upcoming trip to the US centers around critical discussions on alleviating tariff-related uncertainties and advancing trade deals. Exporters are experiencing a drop in order volumes, indicating a pressing need…

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