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upGrad completes Unacademy acquisition at just over $200 million, marking steep valuation reset

The deal values Unacademy at more than 90 per cent below its peak valuation of $3.44 billion in 2021

1 Sep 2026 10:06 pm
Kruu bets on project-based learning experiences to rethink learning in the AI-era

Srinivasans edtech venture Kruu aims to provide students with interdisciplinary project-based learning experiences

1 Sep 2026 8:50 pm
After NEET-PG, power failure disrupts AIIMS CRE at same Jaipur centre; re-test on Sept 7

The exam was conducted to fill 1,484 Group B and Group C non-faculty posts

31 Aug 2026 9:30 pm
Northeastern University, University of London to set up campuses in Hyderabad

The move follows Telanganas delegation visit to the UK and US, with discussions also held with several leading global institutions

31 Aug 2026 8:08 pm
HDFC Securities, Le Rythme train 100 youth in AI and cybersecurity

The four-month programme seeks to bridge the digital skills gap and help economically disadvantaged youth achieve financial independence and dignity

31 Aug 2026 7:44 pm
El Nino events more intense over past 40 years, compared to pre-industrial era: Study

The findings published in the journal Science show that El Nio events in the last four decades were stronger than any in the 1,000 years prior to about 1850, when humans began impacting the climate with greenhouse gases

31 Aug 2026 4:37 pm
MAHE-hosted UK-India HealthTech Accelerator announces winners

They winners are: Azooka Labs, Bengaluru; Bioscan Research, Ahmedabad; Turtle Shell Technologies (Dozee), Bengaluru; EZERX Health Tech, Bhubaneswar; OrthoHeal, Vadodara; and TatvaCare, Ahmedabad.

31 Aug 2026 1:37 pm
India, Uzbekistan upgrade ties to comprehensive strategic partnership; set $5 billion trade target

Both sides agree to establish a framework for long-term supply of Uranium from Uzbekistan to India in line with cooperation in the civil-nuclear energy sector

30 Aug 2026 8:54 pm
Atlassian bets big on India as AI changes software development

The India site has grown to more than 2,700 employees, with a large portion working across engineering, product and design, while the company is also expanding its sales workforce in the country

30 Aug 2026 8:35 pm
Air India B787 engine shutdown: GE expanded inspections after 2023 incident, DGCA tells CIC

The disclosure comes before the CIC in an RTI case concerning action taken by the aviation regulator after the final investigation report on the uncommanded shutdown of Engine No.1 of Air India's Boeing B787-8 aircraft VT-ANW in Mumbai on August 4, 2023

30 Aug 2026 6:57 pm
Sugar prices remain firm across India despite govt measures to check rise

The Consumer Affairs Ministry data showed that the all-India average retail price of sugar was 64.24 per kg on Sunday, up 1.77% from 63.12 per kg a week earlier

30 Aug 2026 6:52 pm
Kashmir dig probes ancient network linking India, Gandhara and Central Asia

The three-month exercise will use additional trenches, drone imagery, mapping and scientific investigation to identify structures and cultural deposits beneath the surface.

30 Aug 2026 6:10 pm
Shipping ministry retains relaxations for foreign ships in coastal trade, Indian vessels to face continued competition

The Shipping Ministry restores relaxations allowing foreign-flagged vessels to carry specified categories of cargo between Indian ports, opting for continuity amid geopolitical disruptions and capacity constraints in global shipping

30 Aug 2026 4:13 pm
Indian Bank to add 100 branches, increase headcount by 2,500 in FY27

Indian Bank had 6,003 domestic branches and three overseas ones - Singapore, Colombo and Jaffna - and an IFSC Banking Unit at Gandhinagar as of June 30, 2026

30 Aug 2026 2:42 pm
PM Modi calls for drug-free youth, drug-free India in his 137th Mann Ki Baat

Urges youths to come up with powerful slogans, music, short plays, for a drug-free India

30 Aug 2026 2:20 pm
India has met fiscal deficit target for 2025-26: Sitharaman in US

She noted that the government has established a target to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio to 50 per cent by 2030

30 Aug 2026 1:28 pm
India committed to conclude trade pact talks with Chile within this year: Govt

Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal visits Chile to review progress of talks

30 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
Indian govt bond yields to remain range-bound at 6.6-6.9%, limiting near-term trading windows: Motilal Oswal

The softer inflation outlook suggests a pause until CY2026, but global risks allow for a 25 bps hike in early CY2027, said Motilal Oswal Private Wealth

30 Aug 2026 12:15 pm
Nepal floods: India provides 68.5 tonnes of relief, Bailey bridge, tunnel expertise

A fourth flight carrying 11 tonnes of relief assistance landed in Nepal on Sunday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a post on X.

30 Aug 2026 12:01 pm
Centre appoints officials to key posts at NTA amid NEET paper leak row

The appointments come as the examination body prepares to implement sweeping reforms aimed at strengthening its public examination system and processes

29 Aug 2026 8:26 am
UGC NET result 2026: Over 4,000 qualify for JRF, more than 97,000 for PhD admissions

The National Testing Agency announced the results late Friday after 6.07 lakh candidates appeared for examinations across 84 subjects.

29 Aug 2026 2:24 am
Rakhi gifting gets premium, personal as smaller towns drive festive commerce

Tier 3 and Tier 4 markets record the fastest growth. Dadri in Uttar Pradesh leads with around 105% y-o-y growth, followed by Nabarangapur in Odisha, Kasganj, Dhamtari and Nainpur in Madhya Pradesh

28 Aug 2026 8:54 pm
RBL Bank gets 104-cr GST demand notice

Based on its assessment, including favourable orders received from the GST authorities on identical issue for FY19 and FY20, the bank believes that it has adequate grounds to contest the matter on merits

28 Aug 2026 5:08 pm
Jio Platforms gets SEBI nod to launch IPO

The public issue could raise around $4 billion (approximately 37,700 crore), making it potentially the largest public issue in the country.

28 Aug 2026 5:02 pm
Indian Bank targets 1,500 crore treasury income in FY27

The PSU lender expects treasury income of Rs 1,000-1,500 crore this financial year after first-quarter earnings of Rs 500 crore beat its Rs 300 crore estimate.

28 Aug 2026 2:23 pm
Govt achieves 78% of FY27 divestment, asset monetisation Budget target in Apr-Aug

More than half of disinvestment proceeds comes from 6.5% stake sale in LIC which garnered 31,515 crore

28 Aug 2026 1:25 pm
AP Capital region villages to get 1,437 crore infrastructure push

A total of1,437 crore was sanctioned for critical infrastructure across the 29 capital villages, including roads, underground drainage, drinking-water pipelines and street lighting.

27 Aug 2026 8:08 pm
NTPC targets 149 GW capacity by 2032, 244 GW by 2037

Chairman & MD Gurdeep Singh outlines 16.86 lakh crore capex plan across thermal, renewable, storage and nuclear projects

27 Aug 2026 3:59 pm
US targets four Indian firms in Operation Economic Outcast against Iran

India awaits details of the fresh sanctions as Washington expands pressure on Tehran; China opposes the measures

25 Aug 2026 8:21 pm
Indias July steel output rises 1.9%

Global production slips a tad as China reports sharp drop in output

25 Aug 2026 8:19 pm
Indian refiners lean on Russia, UAE, South America for August crude oil imports

Despite the threat of the Graham Bill and potential secondary tariffs, Russia remains Indias largest crude supplier

25 Aug 2026 8:17 pm
C-DOT will drive Indias shift from self-reliance to global telecom leadership: Scindia

He was speaking at the 43rd foundation day celebrations of the State-owned C-DOT

25 Aug 2026 7:10 pm
Indian economy continuesto display strength despite headwinds: RBI Bulletin

Manufacturing, services activity remains robust in July; trade expands in double digits

25 Aug 2026 7:07 pm
WAE Joins United Nations Global Compact Network India, Advancing Technology-Led Water Sustainability

Alignment reinforces WAEs commitment to responsible business, circular water systems, climate action and the UN Sustainable Development Goals

25 Aug 2026 6:58 pm
Mondelez India, Amway, others took corrective measures after notices: FSSAI

Measures taken by companies include withdrawing of misleading label claims and revising product packaging, the food regulator said in an social media post

25 Aug 2026 6:29 pm
Vidyarthi Sahyog Shivir: Bihar launches monthly camps to resolve student grievances

The initiative comes as students and job aspirants continue protests in Patna, with authorities seeking a direct mechanism to address complaints

25 Aug 2026 12:55 pm
TN Minister moves resolution to exempt TET for teachers appointed before Aug 2010

The Minister stated that about 328,701 government school teachers in the State may lose their job benefits or positions if they do not pass the Teacher Eligibility Test

25 Aug 2026 10:56 am
School building safety: Tamil Nadu proposes red, yellow, green sticker system

The proposed system will help authorities identify buildings needing immediate closure, urgent repairs or continued use based on structural assessments

25 Aug 2026 7:12 am
Indian student applications to US colleges fall 15% amid tighter immigration policies

Tighter visa rules and policy uncertainty are reshaping international education prospects, with fewer students from India and other countries applying

25 Aug 2026 4:48 am
IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal commits 300 crore more to IIT Kanpur medical school

The latest commitment will support IIT Kanpurs plans to build advanced medical education, healthcare and research facilities on its campus

24 Aug 2026 12:49 pm
SC forms five-member committee to probe violence during NEET-UG student protests

The court suggested the HPEC take up, on a priority basis, allegations of targeted violence, harassment, and molestation of female protestors.

20 Aug 2026 8:11 pm
Indian startup aims to compete with OpenAI in crowded voice arena

Like other voice foundation models, it aims to provide big savings for users like call centers, banks and airlines, which hope to employ the technology to handle large volumes of customer communications

20 Aug 2026 4:07 pm
KKR to buy minority stake in BookMyShow amid Indias live events boom

The deal comes as Indias entertainment industry undergoes rapid expansion, attracting global investors and intensifying competition among major digital platforms.

19 Aug 2026 12:17 pm
MAHE ranking improves in Academic Ranking of World Universities

A media statement announced that MAHE ranks 779th globally and seventh in India, improving by 36 positions globally and three nationally since 2025

18 Aug 2026 7:11 pm
Australian education delegation visits Pune to strengthen India partnership

The engagements focused on understanding the evolving aspirations of Indian students, exploring academic collaborations and student pathways, and strengthening institutional ties between Australian and Indian education institutions

18 Aug 2026 10:52 am
Keralam govt allocates 45.68 crore to boost infrastructure in govt colleges

The amount will be utilised for various development projects, including construction of new buildings, academic blocks, administrative centres, IT facilities and other infrastructure

18 Aug 2026 10:13 am
Indias pulses imports down a tad during in H1 this year

Chana and urad imports decline, while tur and masoor shipments witness a rise

17 Aug 2026 8:09 pm
Indias kharif crop area 21 lakh hectares less than a year ago as pace of sowing slows

Acreage of all crops reaches 92% of normal even as deficit shrinks to less than 1%; paddy coverage trails 3%

17 Aug 2026 7:58 pm
India seeks WTO consultations with US over 4-year quartz surface tariff quota

Says it has substantial interest in the matter; India is among the largest exporters of quartz surface products to the US

17 Aug 2026 7:53 pm