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India's space sector raised a record $150 million in funding in FY26 so far

New Delhi: India’s space industry has raised USD 150 million in funding this financial year so far, the highest ever since the government unleashed...

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5,149 govt schools report zero student enrolment; Telangana, West Bengal lead

5,149 govt schools report zero student enrolment; Telangana, West Bengal lead

New Delhi: Of 10.13 lakh government schools across India, 5,149 have no students at all. And more than 70 per cent of these schools reporting zero...

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Delhi Pollution: Govt directs schools to shift from hybrid to online mode up to class 5

Delhi Pollution: Govt directs schools to shift from hybrid to online mode up to class 5

New Delhi: The Delhi government on Monday directed schools to shift from hybrid to online mode for students up to Class-5 in view of the severe air...

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India's trade deficit narrows; exports up 19.37% to USD 38.13 bn in November

New Delhi: India’s exports jumped by 19.37 per cent to USD 38.13 billion in November, while imports dipped by 1.88 per cent to USD 62.66 billion,...

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Delhi air pollution: GRAP stage IV imposed in NCR amid soaring AQI, strictest bans

Delhi air pollution: GRAP stage IV imposed in NCR amid soaring AQI, strictest bans

New Delhi: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Saturday invoked the strictest measures under its air pollution control plan, GRAP,...

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TMC, BJP, Cong slam organisers for chaos at Messi event, CPI(M) calls it 'black day' for Bengal

TMC, BJP, Cong slam organisers for chaos at Messi event, CPI(M) calls it 'black day' for Bengal

Kolkata: Both ruling Trinamool Congress and opposition BJP lashed out at the organisers of an event featuring Lionel Messi in Salt Lake stadium on...

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Govt approves CoalSETU for auction of coal linkages without end-use restrictions

New Delhi: The government on Friday approved the ‘CoalSETU’ window for the auction of coal linkages for diverse industrial uses and exports to...

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Indians shine at Youth Asian Para Games 2025

Indians shine at Youth Asian Para Games 2025

New Delhi: India’s para-athletes impressed at the Youth Asian Para Games 2025 here on Friday, with Baby Sahana Ravi and Vishwa Vijay Tambe winning a...

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Manufacturing to account for one-fourth of India's GDP by 2047: BCG report

New Delhi: The manufacturing sector’s share in the Indian GDP will rise to 25 per cent from approximately 17 per cent at present, and the country...

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When will Nifty touch 29,000? What Kotak Securities is predicting

Mumbai: Domestic brokerage firm Kotak Securities on Wednesday said it expects a 12 per cent jump in Nifty in 2026 on the back of better earnings...

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Higher education becoming costlier; study loans not reaching poor, marginalised: Parliamentary Panel

New Delhi: The accessibility of educational loans has declined over time, even as the cost of higher education has gone steeply up, a Parliamentary...

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Rupee vs USD: Indian currency falls 16 paise to 90.11 against US dollar

Mumbai: The rupee depreciated 14 paise to close at 90.09 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, as elevated crude oil prices and persistent...

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FPIs withdraw Rs 11,820 cr in first week of Dec; outflow reaches Rs 1.55 lakh cr in 2025

New Delhi: Foreign investors have pulled out Rs 11,820 crore (USD 1.3 billion) from Indian equities in the first week of this month, primarily driven...

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Simplification of customs will be the next big reform: FM Sitharaman

New Delhi: Ahead of Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said the simplification of customs would be the next big reform...

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PM Modi presents Russian edition of Bhagwat Gita to Putin, says 'its teachings inspire millions'

PM Modi presents Russian edition of Bhagwat Gita to Putin, says 'its teachings inspire millions'

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said he presented a copy of the Bhagwat Gita in Russian to President Vladimir Putin. “Presented...

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Rupee rises 9 paise to 89.80 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai:  The rupee on Friday gave up its initial gains and settled for the day lower by 5 paise at 89.94 (provisional) against US dollar, after the...

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Air India, other airlines affected by third-party system disruption, flights delayed

New Delhi: Check-in systems of Air India and other airlines faced glitches due to a third party system disruption at various airports, resulting in...

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PM Modi speaks to Sri Lankan President, offers full support for relief as cyclone Ditwah causes massive damage

PM Modi speaks to Sri Lankan President, offers full support for relief as cyclone Ditwah causes massive damage

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and assured him of continued support in the...

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Deadly fire at Delhi’s Vasant Vihar night shelter leaves two dead, five rescued, sparks safety concerns

New Delhi: Two people were killed after a massive fire broke out in a night shelter in the early hours of Monday in southwest Delhi’s Vasant Vihar,...

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UK secures zero-tariff deal on medicines exports to US for three years

UK secures zero-tariff deal on medicines exports to US for three years

New Delhi: The UK has sealed a deal securing a 0 per cent tariff rate for all UK medicines exported to the US for at least 3 years, officials said...

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Delhi's Jan-Nov average AQI lowest since 2018, barring lockdown year: CAQM

Delhi's Jan-Nov average AQI lowest since 2018, barring lockdown year: CAQM

New Delhi: Delhi recorded its lowest January-November average air quality index (AQI) since 2018, barring the Covid lockdown year of 2020, the...

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Hong Kong inferno toll rises to 146, status of 150 people still unclear: Report

Hong Kong inferno toll rises to 146, status of 150 people still unclear: Report

New Delhi: The death toll in the fire at seven high-rise residential buildings in Hong Kong has risen to 146 on Sunday, while the fate of 150 people...

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Delhi Police trains over 350 officers on advanced digital policing tools

Delhi Police trains over 350 officers on advanced digital policing tools

New Delhi: Crime Branch of the Delhi Police has organised a high-level training programme for more than 350 officers on various national and internal...

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India maul Oman 17-0 to register second win in FIH Junior World Cup

India maul Oman 17-0 to register second win in FIH Junior World Cup

New Delhi: Arshdeep Singh, Manmeet Singh and Dilraj Singh struck a hat-trick each as India mauled Oman 17-0 to register their second consecutive win...

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Bangladesh President expresses concern over critically ill ex-premier Zia's health

Bangladesh President expresses concern over critically ill ex-premier Zia's health

Dhaka: Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin on Saturday expressed deep concern over the deteriorating health condition of former prime minister...

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Government reforms, manufacturing push lift Q2 growth to 8.2%: Goyal

Government reforms, manufacturing push lift Q2 growth to 8.2%: Goyal

New Delhi: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday (November 29, 2025) said a host of steps and reforms undertaken by the government...

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Climate change, anthropogenic factors have led to increase in disasters worldwide: Bhupender Yadav

Climate change, anthropogenic factors have led to increase in disasters worldwide: Bhupender Yadav

Dehradun: Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change minister Bhupender Yadav on Friday said that climate change and anthropogenic factors have led...

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Srikanth, Treesa-Gayatri enter Syed Modi International final

Srikanth, Treesa-Gayatri enter Syed Modi International final

New Delhi: Former champion Kidambi Srikanth and defending women’s doubles winners Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand notched up contrasting wins to...

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Q2 GDP growth cements India's position as world's fastest growing despite US tariffs

Q2 GDP growth cements India's position as world's fastest growing despite US tariffs

New Delhi: India’s economy grew at a higher-than-expected 8.2 per cent – the fastest pace in six quarters – in July-September, as front-loading...

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OYO IPO: Parent company PRISM seeks shareholder nod to raise up to Rs 6,650 crore

New Delhi: OYO’s parent firm PRISM will hold an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on December 20 to seek shareholders’ approval to raise up to...

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Kashmir records coldest November since 2007, Srinagar hits minus 4.5°C

New Delhi: Kashmir is experiencing its coldest November since 2007, with minimum temperatures dipping below the freezing point across several...

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GST rate rationalisation boosts consumption; economy to maintain growth momentum: FinMin report

New Delhi: The GST rate rationalisation gave a “measurable” boost to consumption, and the Indian economy is on a stable footing to navigate risks...

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India, UAE discuss market access, data sharing, FTA progress

New Delhi: India and the UAE have discussed issues related to market access, data sharing, allocation of gold import quota, anti-dumping, and services...

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Mamata Banerjee 'bullying' BLOs, 'threatening' WB Chief Electoral Officer: BJP

New Delhi: The BJP on Tuesday accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who took out another anti-SIR march in the state, of “threatening...

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RBI data points to 8% Q2 sales growth of listed pvt non-financial cos vs 5.5% in Q1

Mumbai: Sales growth of listed private non-financial companies rose 8 per cent during the second quarter of the current fiscal against 5.5 per cent in...

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Chelsea move to second in Premier League with 2-0 win over Burnley

New Delhi: Chelsea reduced the gap to Premier League leader Arsenal to three points with a 2-0 win over Burnley on Saturday. Pedro Neto and Enzo...

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Key milestone to modernise labour framework: Nasscom on new labour codes

New Delhi: The four labour codes notified by the government mark a key milestone in India’s ongoing effort to modernise its labour framework,...

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Centre implements four Labour Codes, expanding social security and redefining work norms

New Delhi: In a landmark move, the government on Friday implemented the four Labour Codes, pending since 2020, introducing worker-friendly measures...

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India-Afghanistan air cargo services to begin 'very soon', says official

New Delhi: Air cargo services between India and Afghanistan will commence very soon, an Indian External Affairs Ministry official said on Friday,...

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Indian firms’ rapid expansion in Abu Dhabi reflects deepening India-UAE economic partnership: Al Zaabi

New Delhi: Indian companies are increasing their presence in Abu Dhabi, which has enabled them to access key markets across the middle east, Africa...

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10 Ds that make India an attractive investment destination', Piyush Goyal to Israeli businesses

Tel Aviv: India offers huge investment opportunities for Israeli businesses and the industries of both sides can enhance cooperation in areas like...

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Rajasthan Police busts Rs 3,500 crore online investment fraud; 5 held

New Delhi: Rajasthan Police has unearthed a massive online investment fraud with the arrest of five members of a racket which allegedly cheated more...

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Six get life imprisonment in 2022 murder case in UP's Meerut

New Delhi: A court here on Wednesday sentenced six people to life imprisonment for a 2022 murder in the Sardhana area, officials said. Special Judge...

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US Fed: Most supported more rate cuts in Oct meeting; will it happen next month?

Washington: A majority of Federal Reserve policymakers expressed support in late October for further interest rate cuts, though not all committed to...

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WB education minister says online portal for TET-qualified candidates to open from Nov 19

Kolkata: Bringing relief to some of the qualified Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) candidates, West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu on Tuesday...

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Delhi Police books 250 people in verification drive after Red Fort blast

New Delhi: Under a large-scale verification drive carried out after the November 10 blast near the Red Fort, the Delhi Police has registered cases...

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Prashant Kishor targets JDU for distributing Rs 10,000 to women before Bihar polls

New Delhi: Jan Suraaj Party leader Prashant Kishor on Tuesday claimed that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s JD(U) would have been bundled up with...

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Rajasthan: 9-year-old boy dies in Barmer as blocked road delays hospitalisation

New Delhi: A nine-year-old boy died in Barmer district on Monday allegedly due to delay in treatment after his family was unable to take him to...

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Physiotherapist molests South Korean woman in Gurugram clinic; on the run

New Delhi: A 55-year-old South Korean woman was allegedly molested by a physiotherapist at his clinic in Sector 53 here, police said on Monday. The...

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Army man arrested for killing girlfriend after she pressured him for marriage

New Delhi: An Army man was on Monday arrested for allegedly killing his 17-year-old girlfriend after she pressured him to marry her, police said. DCP...

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