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Figma announces new features to define how agents work on its platform
Figma is also releasing its code layers feature in open beta.
From free data to a 10 lakh crore IPO: How Jio rewrote India's telecom playbook
Reliance Jios upcoming IPO marks a new chapter in its decade-long journey. Explore how cheap data, 5G and AI helped reshape Indias telecom industry.
Q2 results today: Wipro, Nestle India, 47 others to announce earnings
Q2FY27 results today: Jio Financial, Wipro, Nestle India, HDFC AMC, HDFC Life, and Indian Bank, and 43 other firms will announce their earnings for the second quarter of financial year 2026-27 today
Indias largest red light area in Kolkatas Sonagachi inaugurates Durga Puja
Sex workers say their annual celebration remains a fight for dignity and acceptance, despite growing participation from public representatives and local residents
India asks when UN body will report on PoK human rights concerns
The statements had also called for detained leaders of the Joint Awami Action Committee to have access to legal representation and their families, and had called for due process and fair trial
Responded well to shock: IMF backs Indias economic resilience, sees 7% growth in FY27-28
AI gains may translate into income growth in 5 years for India: Orlik
Bloomberg Economics Chief Economist Tom Orlik said AI-driven productivity gains could add up to 0.9 percentage points to India's annual GDP growth
Audi India bets on new models as it eyes double-digit growth next year
Luxury car market expected to grow 12%; festive quarter typically brings 20-25% rise in inquiries and conversions
Tonbo Imaging India IPO opens today; GMP signals 71% listing gain, check key details
Tonbo Imaging Indias IPO opens October 15, 2026, aiming to raise Rs 852.18 crore through an offer for sale. With a 71% grey market premium, listing gains are anticipated. However, FY26 total income fell 22% and profit declined 30%. The defence technology company operates across 24 countries, specialising in advanced imaging and surveillance systems.
IDBI Bank's $6 billion Fairfax deal signals zest for Indian assets
Fairfax's acquisition of a 60.7% stake in IDBI Bank for nearly $6 billion comes as Blackstone explores IIFL Finance and Japan's MUFG studies options to gain majority control of Shriram Finance
'Pakistan needs to look inwards': India questions UN rights body's silence on PoK unrest
A $6 bn deal signals major appetite for the India prize as global giants look to deepen exposure
The sale of a controlling stake in IDBI Bank for around $6 billion is being viewed a pivotal moment in India's banking reform journey. The transaction received attention from a variety of global investors, highlighting their confidence in the nation's financial ecosystem. Experts predict this move may open doors to increased deal-making opportunities in the future.
Samson: Tilak's wicket the 'turning point' in India's loss
India lost the fourth T20I by 24 runs while chasing 248 in Hyderabad
India asks UN human rights office to seek answers from Pakistan on PoK
India has asked the UN human rights body when it will issue a report seeking answers from Pakistan on steps taken to alleviate its concerns on the dire situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including investigations into killings and internet restrictions. First Secretary at the Permanent Mission of India, Anuj Swarup, delivered India's statement at the 81st Session of the UNGA Third Committee in the Interactive Dialogue with the High Commissioner for Human Rights on Wednesday. Swarup referred to detailed statements made by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and the High Commissioner for Human Rights on the PoK situation that had called for prompt, thorough and impartial investigations into killings that occurred at the hands of the armed forces and security forces. The statements had also called for detained leaders of the Joint Awami Action Committee to have access to legal representation and their families, and had called for due process and fair
West Indies Equal T20 Series Against India with Key Performance from Keemo Paul
Keemo Paul shines with 5 wickets as West Indies defeat India by 24 runs, leveling the T20 series at 2-2. West Indies Equal T20 Series Against India with Key Performance from Keemo Paul
Piyush Goyal pitches India as manufacturing, innovation base for Canadian businesses
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has urged Canadian businesses to utilize India's manufacturing capabilities. He highlighted the potential for production and exports to global markets beyond India's domestic market. Goyal emphasized India's preferential trade agreements that enhance market access to approximately USD 85 trillion of global GDP. He encouraged bilateral commercial engagements ahead of finalizing the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
India may need rate hikes, tax relief to ease pressure on rupee: Analysts
The rupee's rebound after the RBI's latest measures may prove short-lived as energy import dependence and weak capital inflows weigh on the currency; further rate hikes could help address the pressure
Strengthening Economic Ties: Canada and India Seek New Areas of Cooperation
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand emphasizes the importance of bolstering economic relations with India during her visit to New Delhi. Strengthening Economic Ties: Canada and India Seek New Areas of Cooperation
Air India Frankfurt-Delhi flight resumes journey after checks
Security sources say the AI plane landed at Jaipur after the Pilot-in-Command transmitted Code 7500 to the concerned ATC, indicating unlawful interference
Navy Espionage Case Accused Brought Back To India From Saudi Arabia
He was intercepted at Delhi Airport on October 11 while returning from Saudi Arabia and subsequently remanded to judicial custody.
Risk To Her Safety Too Great: Indian-Origin Man Denied Bail In Stalking Case
The ACT Magistrates Court heard that he repeatedly contacted her despite her rejection and allegedly threatened to use government systems to obtain personal information.
When will Team India's ODI squad for New Zealand tour be picked? Details inside
The Pragyan Ojha-led selection committee has already picked Indias T20I squad for the five-match T20I series in New Zealand, which will start from Oct 22. The five-match ODI series will start on Nov 4 in Auckland. It's understood that Ojha met Team India captain Shubman Gill and head coach Gautam Gambhir, celebrating his 45th birthday, in Hyderabad on Wednesday, for the first time since the BCCI asked him to take over as the interim chairman of the national selection committee.
Treasury rally could lift India bonds at open, but caution prevails
Indian government bonds are expected to draw investor interest early Thursday as US Treasury yields retreat. The Reserve Bank of India's recent hawkish outlook on interest rates continues to create a cautious market environment. The 6.94% 2036 bond yield is projected to stabilize after closing at 7.3999%. Furthermore, predictions suggest that September's consumer inflation may breach 6%, influencing the central bank's decisions, with further interest rate increases anticipated.
'Don't like going out anymore': Prithvi Shaw opens up on life, goal of India comeback
At 26, Prithvi Shaw is focused on rebuilding his cricket career after years of setbacks, criticism and limited international opportunities. He is prioritising cricket, family and discipline while avoiding public attention. Despite being dropped by Mumbai and missing IPL 2025, Shaw has regained form in domestic cricket. His ultimate ambition remains returning to Indias national team through consistent performances.
Air India Frankfurt-Delhi flight diverted to Jaipur after hijack alert, resumes journey after checks
Security sources said that the AI plane landed at Jaipur after the Pilot-in-Command transmitted Code 7500 to the concerned ATC, indicating unlawful interference
IMF applauds Indias GDP data revamp, says country entered energy shock with strong fundamentals
The International Monetary Fund has raised India's growth forecast to 7% for this year and next. India is seen as having strong fundamentals which allow it to manage external pressures effectively. The exchange rate fluctuations are not indicative of economic failure according to IMF officials. Structural reforms and domestic demand contribute to India's resilience in the global economy. However, risks such as geopolitical tensions and fiscal pressures remain present.
The parents of 19-year-old Ankita Bhandari, who was murdered in 2022 in Uttarakhand, were briefly detained on early Thursday morning before being released following their protest at the India Gate, the Delhi Police said. Ankita's parents,...
Indian stocks stare at weak opening as Korea crashes over 7%, Nikkeiplunges 4%
Gift Nifty 22,590, signals a gap down opening of about 70 points
Ankita Bhandari Case: Parents Detained in Pre Dawn Action at India Gate, Mother Threatens Fast
The parents of Ankita Bhandari were detained by Delhi Police at around 4 am on Thursday while staging a sit-in protest at India Gate against the appointment of former Uttarakhand BJP in-charge Dushyant Kumar Gautam as the Governor of Sikkim. They
3 J&K Khelo India Soft Tennis players to represent India at World Championship in China
Jammu, Oct 14: In a proud moment for Jammu & Kashmir, three talented players from the Khelo India Soft Tennis Centre; Sidhani Singh, Shreemai Bhatt and Madhvender Singh Sambyal have been selected to represent the country at the upcoming World Soft Tennis Championship to be held in China from 26 to 31 October. The selection, as per an official statement, made by the Amateur Soft Tennis Federation of India and recommended by the J&K Amateur Soft Tennis Association, marks a significant achievement for the players and reflects their consistent performances, dedication and hard work over the past several years. All three athletes have earned medals at various national level championships, bringing recognition to Jammu & Kashmir through their outstanding performances. Adding to their achievements, Shreemai Bhatt and Madhvender Singh recently excelled at the Junior National Soft Tennis Championship held in Srinagar. Shreemai Bhatt secured two bronze medals while Madhvender Singh Sambyal won one bronze medal, further strengthening their credentials at the national level. These achievements have come under the guidance and mentorship of Indu Bhushan, whose support, training and guidance have played an important role in the players' development and success. The players' dedication, combined with consistent coaching, reflects the growing strength of soft tennis in Jammu & Kashmir. Their selection for the World Championship is a matter of immense pride for the Khelo India Soft Tennis Centre and the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Their success highlights the importance of structured training and the Khelo India initiative in nurturing young sporting talent and preparing athletes for national and international competitions. The achievement is expected to inspire the aspiring soft tennis players across the region to work towards excellence and bring further laurels to Jammu & Kashmir on the international stage.
3 Indian students die in Germany fire; suspect arrested on homicide charges
The victims, two women aged 25 and 27 and a 26-year-old man, were studying in Germany. German police have provisionally arrested a 41-year-old resident as authorities investigate the fire
Shellz India SME IPO opens for subscription today: Check price band and key details
The company has fixed the price band for its IPO at Rs 170179 per share. The lot size is 800 shares. At the upper end of the price band, the minimum investment required for a retail investor applying for two lots, or 1,600 shares, is Rs 2,86,400.
Ankita Bhandari murder: Parents detained during India Gate protest, released around 5 a.m.
Several Congress leaders, including party's media and publicity department head Pawan Khera, social media department head Supritya Shrinate, and Indian Youth Congress chief Uday Bhanu Chib, were also detained and later released
TECNO SPARK 50s 5G India Launch on October 16, Two Colour Options Confirmed
TECNO is preparing to expand its Spark smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the new TECNO SPARK 50s 5G. The company has officially confirmed that the TECNO SPARK 50s 5G India Launch on October 16, Two Colour Options Confirmed
At TechSparks 2026, Karnataka Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development, Krishna Byre Gowda, acknowledged the challenges facing Bengaluru and said there is plan to address some of key issues.
India asks UN rights office for report on Pakistan's actions in PoK
India asks UN rights office for report on Pakistan's actions in PoK
Hyundai Motor to invest $15.5 billion in India by 2032
Hyundai Motor Group announced plans to invest $15.5 billion in India from 2023 to 2032. This investment aims to enhance manufacturing operations and support growth in the automotive sector. The group recognizes India's importance as a strategic market for future mobility. As part of the investment, Hyundai will also focus on research and development activities and infrastructure enhancement.
'Got to look at luggage weight': Hope jokes after another POTM award in India
West Indies captain Shai Hope praised his teams performance after scoring an unbeaten 102 off 50 balls against India in the fourth T20I. He said 247 was a competitive total, as the pitch proved challenging. West Indies won by 24 runs, levelling the series 2-2. Hope has enjoyed an outstanding India tour, scoring four centuries across formats.
Broad-based activity across state-owned and pharma stocks signals appetite for large-cap IPOs, strategic divestments, and new project wins in renewables, manufacturing, and infrastructure
Ankita Bhandaris Parents Released After India Gate Detention
The parents have been demanding that Dushyant Kumar Gautam's appointment as Sikkim governor be put on hold until the ongoing CBI investigation into the case is complete
Whey protein prices soar in India: Why your daily scoop is getting expensive
Whey isolate prices have jumped from 2,200 to 3,400 per kg before GST and add-ons, as surging global demand, limited domestic production and import dependence drive up costs. As whey protein supplements get more expensive in India, what are the alternatives? Plant-based alternatives, fish or more tofu?
Bureau of Indian Standards J&K celebrates World Standards Day
Jammu, Oct 14: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Jammu and Kashmir Branch Office, celebrated World Standards Day 2026 by organising *Manak Mahotsav* at Hotel Vivanta, Jammu City Centre, with a focus on affordable and clean energy. The programme was held under the theme Shared Vision for a Better World SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy and brought together representatives from government departments, the power sector, industries, MSMEs, academia, consumer organisations and the media. Raj Kumar Chaudhary, Chairperson of the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) for Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, was the chief guest. He highlighted the importance of reliable electricity systems, quality infrastructure and standardisation in the power sector. In his welcome address, Jeevanandam D, Scientist E and Director and Head of BIS-JKBO, stressed the role of Indian Standards in improving energy efficiency, electrical safety and infrastructure reliability, particularly in renewable energy and power distribution. Referring to Jammu and Kashmirs hydropower potential, he highlighted projects including Pakal Dul, Kiru, Kwar and Ratle, emphasising the need for reliable equipment and safe installations. Technical sessions featured experts from IIT Jammu, REC Limited and NTPC Limited, who discussed power-system stability, energy initiatives, power generation and the transition towards cleaner energy. The Federation of Industries, Jammu, shared industry perspectives on standardisation and sustainable manufacturing. BIS also felicitated five organisations recognised as its first licensees under the branchs jurisdiction, along with Standards Club mentors, resource persons and media representatives for their contributions to quality awareness and consumer education. The programme featured student cultural performances and discussions on gold hallmarking, consumer protection and product quality. The celebration highlighted the role of Indian Standards in strengthening energy infrastructure, supporting electric mobility, promoting industrial development and protecting consumers. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Manish Kumar, Scientist D and Joint Director, BIS-JKBO.
India, Canada talks gaining momentum, to conclude CEPA negotiations this year: Sidhu
Gaining momentum to conclude the Canada-India CEPA this yearthe relationship between Canada and India will grow to new heights, Sidhu said
India Squad For New Zealand Tests: BCCI Keen To Back Injured India Star In 2 Formats - Report
BCCI is yet to announce the teams for the ODIs and Test matches against New Zealand, starting November 4.
Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan To Appear On The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 5
The couple will appear together on the show's upcoming episode scheduled to stream on Netflix on October 17.
Renewed engagements reflect growing ambition: Canadian FM Anita Anand on India visit
Digital Desk | Ottawa, Oct 15 (IANS) Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and held talks with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar in New Delhi, saying both countries had an interest in stronger economic ties at a time of global uncertainty. This week, I'm in New Delhi to build on the renewed momentum between Canada and India, and advance our shared priorities in trade, investment and security, Anand wrote on X on Wednesday. At a time of global uncertainty, both countries have an interest in building stronger economic ties and finding new areas of cooperation, she added. After meeting PM Modi, Anand said, Canada and India have enormous potential to shape a more prosperous future, together. I had the opportunity to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi today to discuss our strategic partnership and the opportunities ahead for trade, investment and security. Nearly 80 years of diplomatic ties have been enriched by generations of families, students and entrepreneurs who have brought our countries closer, she said. The Canadian FM further mentioned Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit earlier this year and the ongoing Team Canada Trade Mission, and said that these renewed engagements reflect a growing ambition to turn shared priorities into lasting opportunities for both nations. We look forward to welcoming Prime Minister Modi to Canada this December, she added. PM Modi said he had a productive discussion on further strengthening India-Canada ties in trade, technology, security, energy, education and people-to-people exchanges. India is committed to building a constructive and forward-looking strategic partnership with Canada that delivers tangible benefits to the people of both countries, the Prime Minister wrote. EAM Jaishankar said the two ministers eviewed progress in our ties across trade & investment, education, energy, defence and people-to-people exchanges. Also exchanged views on key regional and global developments, he wrote on X. Guided by our leadership and sustained engagement across government and industry, we are advancing our Strategic Partnership, EAM Jaishankar added. The External Affairs Ministry said it was her third visit to India since June 2025, eflecting the sustained high-level engagement and positive momentum in India-Canada relations. Anand and EAM Jaishankar also appeared together on a panel titled 'Is this the Middle Power Moment?' at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi, alongside former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. EAM Jaishankar said he underlined that he powers in the middle can move the needle through their individual efforts, but even more, by collaborating with each other. Global Affairs Canada had said Anand would visit India and the United Arab Emirates from October 13 to 16 to advance priorities in the bilateral roadmap, including trade, energy, security and defence. The meeting with EAM Jaishankar was the 11th between the two foreign ministers since September 2025, according to the Canadian government. Bilateral trade between Canada and India reached $30.4 billion in 2025, including $11 billion in goods, according to Canadian government figures. Relations between the two countries have recovered from a sharp downturn in 2023 and 2024, when both sides expelled diplomats.
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has called for a Lehra Do Tiranga gathering at Central Park, Connaught Place, in Delhi, on October 16
India Dispatches First 18 Of 200 Railway Coaches To Bangladesh
Considering the specific operating conditions, the roof structure has been strengthened to withstand additional loading arising from passengers travelling on the roof during peak traffic periods.
A critical look at India Posts Transformation
The case for India Post almost always rests on a single idea: reach. With nearly 1.65 lakh post offices, it has a footprint no private company would ever build, and from that premise a comfortable argument follows. An institution present everywhere must be indispensable; an institution adding new services must be transforming. This National Postal Week, an Indian Postal Service officer made precisely that case in his writeup for this newspaper on 10 0ct 2026, and much of what he described is real and valuable. But the reasoning deserves scrutiny. Reach is an asset, and it is also a cost. Offering a service is not the same as delivering it well. An institution can become busier without becoming more useful, or more sustainable. Judged by outcomes rather than offerings, India Posts transformation is genuine but partial, and the gaps are exactly where public attention belongs. Reach has a price, and it should be stated A universal network is expensive by design. In 2024-25 the Department of Posts earned about `11,425 crore and spent about `37,528 crore, a shortfall of nearly `25,000 crore. The following year brought real improvement: revenue rose 16 per cent to a record of roughly `15,300 crore. Even so, expenditure including pensions stood at `38,631 crore, leaving a gap of about `23,000 crore. The more flattering figure of `11,000 crore appears only when pensions are set aside. None of this proves that India Post is failing. Delivering a letter to a Himalayan hamlet at the same price as one across a city is a public good, and public goods warrant subsidy. The logical problem lies elsewhere. A subsidy can only be defended if it is measured, and it can only be reduced if its sources are known. The government has set a target of turning post offices into profit centres by 2029. Even on the narrower measure that excludes pensions, closing the gap would require revenue to grow by about 70 per cent in three years. A celebration of transformation that never engages with that arithmetic has not yet made its case. Growth is strongest where the state, not the market, supplies the advantage The composition of revenue tells a more revealing story than its total. In 2025-26, Savings Bank operations generated about `7,756 crore, roughly half of all revenue. Those small-savings schemes are attractive largely because their returns are set and guaranteed by the Finance Ministry, which has left them unchanged for ten consecutive quarters, even though the Shyamala Gopinath Committee formula linking them to government-bond yields would have pointed lower. That is a policy advantage conferred on India Post, not a competitive one earned by it. The real test of transformation is performance where customers have a choice. Parcels, the heart of the e-commerce narrative, earned about `1,133 crore, around seven per cent of revenue. Growth of 69 per cent is impressive, but it comes from a small base. As recently as 2018 the government put India Posts share of the parcel market at 34 per cent and targeted 10 per cent within two years. Until current market-share figures are published, the claim that India Post has become a serious logistics competitor remains an aspiration rather than a finding. Modernisation can quietly shift costs onto the people it claims to serve Rationalisation is usually presented as pure gain, but it often removes the cheapest option first. The merger of Registered Post into Speed Post in September 2025 is a case in point. The efficiency logic was sound: registered volumes had fallen from 244 million items in 2011-12 to 185 million by 2019-20, and running two overlapping services made little sense. The consequence, however, was that the entry price rose from about `26 to `41, and proof of delivery, once included, became a paid add-on. The burden of such a change does not fall evenly. Urban customers with private couriers barely notice. Rural households, small litigants and modest institutions, the very people for whom a public postal service exists, absorb the higher cost because they have fewer alternatives. A service that defines itself as citizen-centric should assess reforms by their effect on its most dependent users, not only by their effect on its balance sheet. Infrastructure without outcomes is a promise, not a result A recurring pattern in public-sector modernisation is that launches are counted while usage is not. India Posts export centres illustrate it well. More than 1,000 Dak Ghar Niryat Kendras now exist, linked to customs and RBI systems. These are inputs. The outputs that matter, export value, the number of active exporters and how many return, are rarely published. Early local reporting points to slow uptake in some places. The channel is also exposed to forces beyond India Posts control: when the United States ended its duty exemption for low-value imports in August 2025, most US-bound postal parcels were suspended for nearly two months. The recovery was competent, but small exporters need predictability more than reassurance. DIGIPIN follows a similar pattern. It is technically sound and open source, and the Departments policy says it neither stores location data nor links it to identity. Yet its value depends on adoption by couriers, emergency services and state databases, none of which has been measured publicly, and a four-metre grid cannot distinguish one flat from another in a high-rise. As it is folded into a wider national address platform, the real privacy risk lies in combining precise location with personal data. Protections of that kind belong in law, not only on a policy page. Where the model works, and what that teaches The strongest evidence that India Post can transform comes from India Post Payments Bank. After years of losses it recorded a net profit of `134 crore in 2024-25 and serves more than 12 crore customers. It works because it applies the postal network to a clearly defined need, with measurable targets and accountability for results. Even so, it has operated under a hiring freeze since 2020, which constrains the very doorstep model that makes it valuable. The lesson is not that India Post should do less, but that it should be judged the way its most successful unit is judged: by specific, published outcomes. What a credible transformation requires A modernised postal service would make its progress verifiable. That means a transparent account of the subsidy, broken down by service, and a public path to the 2029 target; published delivery-time performance against stated standards; current parcel market share; export volumes through the postal network; an assessment of how service rationalisation affects rural and low-income users; and statutory safeguards for address data. India Post holds something no balance sheet captures: the trust of citizens in every corner of the country. That trust is best honoured not by listing what the institution offers, but by showing, in numbers, how well it delivers. Progress is most meaningful when it reaches everyone. So is accountability. Author works with a bank on Rural Self-Employment.
UK study visa refusals may impact university offers for foreign students, including Indians
London, Oct 14: International students, including Indians, are likely to be impacted as British universities revoke offers to courses amid a clampdown on study visas issued by the UK Home Office, according to a media analysis this week. The Financial Times newspaper analysed official data to find that universities are taking the step to withdraw []
Ankita Bhandari's parents, Congress leaders detained during India Gate protest
Delhi Police detained several opposition leaders and Ankita Bhandari's parents during a protest at India Gate. Congress leaders criticized the police action as an attack on democratic freedoms and justice. The protestors demanded the cancellation of Dushyant Gautam's recent appointment as Sikkim Governor. Family members of Ankita Bhandari expressed their discontent over political appointments amidst ongoing investigations. The situation reflects ongoing tensions surrounding the quest for justice in Ankita's case.
Sunil Gavaskar Blasts West Indies Star, Questions His Sportsmanship In 4th T20I vs India
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar tore into West Indies pacer Shamar Joseph over his lack of sportsmanship during the 4th T20I in Hyderabad on Wednesday.
Ricursive Intelligence is betting on AI-designed chips to help solve the compute crisis
The founders detailed how their startup is developing AI that can design chips, learn from each iteration, and improve subsequent designs, all with the goal of automating and accelerating the chip design process.
PM Modi to interact with Asian Games' Indian contingent today
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet the Indian contingent that participated in the Asian Games 2026 on Thursday at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. The event is scheduled for around 4:30 p.m. PM Modi will also address the gathering on the occasion. Athletes from the Indian contingent, their coaches and support staff, Indian Olympic Association officials, representatives of National Sports Federations, and officials from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports will attend the programme. India finished fourth in the medal tally at the Asian Games held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, winning 85 medals, including 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze. This was India's second-largest medal haul at the Asian Games, only behind Hangzhou 2023, where the Indian contingent bagged a record haul of 106 medals, including 28 gold, reflecting the countrys growing competitiveness across a diverse range of sporting disciplines. India recorded several notable achievements at the Games, including historic performances in recurve archery, gold medals for both the men's and women's hockey teams in the same edition, and maiden medals in soft tennis and mixed martial arts (MMA). Other significant achievements included India's first-ever gold medal in the women's trap event, a silver medal in weightlifting at the Asian Games after a gap of 28 years, and a silver medal in Greco-Roman wrestling, ending a 64-year wait for an Indian finalist in the discipline. India won 24 medals in athletics, the most by any sport for India, despite producing just one gold. In archery, they won nine medals, including five golds, matching the record haul from Hangzhou. India swept all three compound team titles, while Chikitha Taniparthi and Sahil Jadhavs mixed team victory also secured an LA 2028 Olympic quota. In recurve, India medalled in all five events for its best-ever Asian Games campaign in the discipline, with Kumkum Mohod winning the women's individual gold and another LA 2028 Olympic quota. Meanwhile, Pranavi Urs became the first Indian woman to win an individual Asian Games golf gold, ending the country's 24-year wait for a title in the sport. She then joined Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar to win silver in the women's team event -- another Indian first.
Flock CEO defends surveillance technology amid national backlash:
At TechCrunch Disrupt, Flock CEO Garrett Langley defended his company's surveillance technology despite growing privacy concerns, arguing that its crime-fighting benefits outweigh the risks of abuse.
Morning Brief Podcast: Blackstones Next $50 Billion: Why Jonathan Gray Is Betting on India
Hillhouse launches data centre platform TeraNova DC, may deploy $12-15 bn in India by 2032
The aim is to build a platform that helps customers turn their growth plans into operational capacity with speed, reliability and confidence, Hillhouse CEO Sanjay Bhutani said
IDBI Bank deal signals shift in India's banking ownership landscape
The IDBI stake sale comes after hectic dealmaking, with potential buyers such as Dubai-based Emirates NBD also in the fray. In a transaction that was run by DIPAM, along with KPMG India, Fairfax Financial Holdings emerged as the highest bidder.
Meet the five companies competing in the Startup Battlefield finals at Disrupt 2026
Its time to unveil the five companies that will be competing in the Startup Battlefield finals.
Why Blackstone Wants to Double Its India Bet to $100 Billion | Jonathan Gray | ET Conversations
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Jio Platforms files red herring prospectus for Indias biggest public issue
Jio Platforms has filed the red herring prospectus for its initial public offering, aiming to raise
Gudea leverages AI to help organizations prevent social media crises before they erupt
Every day, conversations unfold across social media and websites around the world. A seemingly insignificant postwhether it involves AI-generated misinformation, hate speech, or a damaging rumorcan quickly snowball into a much larger public controversy. Gudea, a company that tracks how stories and rumors spread online that describes itself as the storm tracker for the internet, []
India, Canada push to conclude trade pact as Jaishankar meets Anita Anand
The discussions covered economic cooperation, defence, energy and regional developments, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to a forward-looking partnership
Kuldeep Yadav should've played in Hyderabad: India's bowling plans under scrutiny
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Honouring Sporting Excellence AR felicitates India
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India to Starlink: Comply with rules before entering market
UK Deputy High Commissioner Highlights Growing British Investment in India Post Free Trade Agreement
UK Deputy High Commissioner Steve Hickling discusses the benefits of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement and rising British investments in various sectors. UK Deputy High Commissioner Highlights Growing British Investment in India Post Free Trade Agreement
Intero Biosystems wants drugmakers to test on mini human intestines, not animals
Intero Biosystems is selling lab-grown human intestines to drugmakers as regulators push for alternatives to animal testing, while the startup looks to scale production and expand its organoid technology.
India working on China ties, says Piyush Goyal
Meet Aryash Shyam, 14-year-old Indian-American who won $1,000 for a story set in 1776
Many Indians willingly joining Russian forces, government informs SC
Enforcement Directorate Files Charges Against Ja Lifestyle India in Bengaluru
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Srinagar, Oct 14: Development achieved at the cost of nature's stability is not truly development. Our dream of a developed India will be meaningful only when the Himalayas remain safe, strong, and vibrant, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Wednesday. In his message to the valedictory session of the 13th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit, the LG underscored the critical importance of protecting the Himalayan ecosystem. Congratulating the Integrated Mountain Initiative (IMI) and SKUAST-Kashmir for jointly organising the Summit, the Lieutenant Governor said that building a resilient Himalayan landscape is no longer merely a subject of discussion but a matter of national importance. The Summit, he said, had provided a platform for meaningful deliberations on issues concerning water resources, forests, land, biodiversity and climate change, while amplifying the concerns of millions of people dependent on the Himalayan ecosystem. The Lieutenant Governor observed that the challenges posed by climate change, global warming, environmental degradation and unplanned development are becoming increasingly evident across the Himalayan region. Over the past two decades, we have witnessed numerous unprecedented challenges unfold before us. The natural disaster in various parts of the country and the world proves that the intensity of climate change impacts has increased, making these challenges even more serious, he said. He stressed that the Himalayas is the source of rivers, protector of biodiversity and a vital regulator of climate, and that any disturbance to the Himalayan ecological balance would have far-reaching consequences. The Lieutenant Governor outlined four key pillars for future action: First, determining science-based carrying capacity and zoning to ensure holistic planning and sustainable development. Second, emphasising climate-resilient infrastructure and enhanced disaster preparedness through environmentally sensitive construction and strengthened community-based early warning systems integrating modern technology with traditional local knowledge. Third, promoting regenerative and inclusive livelihoods, including high-value horticulture, organic farming, modern sericulture, eco-tourism and other components of the green economy. He stressed the need to empower youth and women as entrepreneurs and job creators. Fourth, advocating a zero-waste and circular mountain economy through improved solid waste management, wastewater treatment and recycling systems across urban, rural and tourist destinations. The Lieutenant Governor commended the Summit for preparing a draft policy addressing ecological security, responsible tourism, disaster management and sustainable livelihoods. He expressed hope that the document would evolve into a robust policy and implementation framework through extensive consultations and serve as the basis for a new social contract between society and nature. Emphasising India's civilisational ethos of environmental stewardship, the Lieutenant Governor called for harmonising tradition with technology, local wisdom with modern science, and economic development with ecological sustainability. Today, as we build a developed India, we must strike a balance between tradition and technology, local knowledge and modern science, and economic and ecological development. I am fully confident that the right policies and the right decisions on the ground can carry all of these forward together, he said.
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