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India-EU FTA to benefit multiple sectors, deepen trade engagement across globe: Experts

New Delhi, Jan 29 : The India-EU free trade agreement is expected to benefit a wide range of domestic sectors and deepen Indias trade engagement

Orient Power bags wind energy generator supply order from Suzlon Energy

New Delhi, Jan 29 : Orient Green Power Company on Thursday said it has signed a contract with Suzlon Energy to supply three wind energy generator

Insurtech firm Turtlemint files updated draft papers with Sebi; eyes Rs 2,000 cr via IPO

New Delhi, Jan 29 : Insurtech firm Turtlemint Fintech Solutions Ltd has filed updated draft papers with markets regulator Sebi to launch its init

To Industrialise or Not? That is the Question in Singur

Singur stands like a nemesis for Mamata, a potential ticket for the BJP, and an opportunity lost for the Left.

Supreme Court reserves decision on pleas for modification of earlier orders on stray dogs

The Supreme Court has reserved its decision on pleas concerning stray dogs. The court heard arguments on steps taken by states and directed the A

Three possible worlds in 2026: What may go wrong, flags Economic Survey

Economic Survey 2026: As we step into 2026, the globe stands at a crossroads, grappling with three distinct futures. From a delicate equilibrium

Airtel partners Adobe to offer Express Premium access free to 360 mn customers

New Delhi, Jan 29 : Bharti Airtel on Thursday said it will provide free access to Adobe Express Premium to 360 million customers, enabling them t

Udupi Police Step Up Checks On Buses And Trucks

A drive was also conducted on vehicles transporting mines and minerals. As many as 1,352 such vehicles were checked during the day and 56 challan

Silver futures breach Rs 4 lakh per kg mark; gold hits record Rs 1.8 lakh/10g

New Delhi, Jan 29 (PTI) Silver prices extended their blistering rally on Thursday, soaring 6 per cent to cross the Rs 4 lakh per kilogram-mark, w

India's first OSAT founder on building chips, beating global margins, and why states are lining up at his door

RRP Electronics' Rajendra Chodankar says India can achieve 25-30% profit margins in semiconductor assembly while global players struggle at 7-10%

Old, Unrelated Video Viral as Protest Against BJP for the New UGC Guidelines

This video is from December 2025 showing a protest by Odisha Congress against the National Herald case.

Maruti shares down 3.5 pc post Q3 earnings

New Delhi, Jan 29 : Shares of Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday declined 3.5 per cent after its December quarter earnings failed to cheer investors

SMC Bill could serve as model for regulatory governance across financial sectors: Survey

A new Securities Markets Code Bill aims to modernize financial oversight. This proposed legislation could influence regulatory governance across

No India vs Pakistan but India vs Iceland in Colombo? Check the viral letter to ICC after T20 World Cup pullout threat

Iceland Cricket has sparked a viral storm by writing to the ICC regarding Pakistans potential pullout from the T20 World Cup 2026. As the PCB thr

Never Tapped Guv's Phone Calls : Karnataka HM On BJP's Charge

Saffron party leaders' charge appeared as if Congress is doing what the BJP had done in the past : G Parameshwara

Chennaiyin FC Sign Moroccan Mid-Fielder Mohammed Ali Bemammer

A former Morocco international, Bemammer earned 11 caps for his country and scored twice, underlining his pedigree at the highest level

Gillespie back in Pakistan cricket as coach of PSL franchise

Gillespie had resigned as head coach of the Pakistan Test team back in late 2024 owing to issues over authority and powers in team matters includ

People in favour of Sunetra Pawar's entry in Maharashtra cabinet: NCP leader Narhari Zirwal

In a recent statement, senior NCP figure Narhari Zirwal emphasized the public's wish for Sunetra Pawar, widow of the late Ajit Pawar, to step int

Australia, Pakistan Live Score Updates, T20 2026: Australia's young talents ready to shine

J&K Govt Directs Officials To Complete AI, Cybersecurity Courses On iGOT Karmayogi

JAMMU, Jan 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all departments, PSUs and corporations to ensure that their employees enroll in and

Watch: Icons who helped build modern India

Drawing from ideas that out-Britished the British and sparked the green revolution, Priyambada Jayakumar and Aparajith Ramnaths conversation with

Space sector to be important contributor to future growth of India's economy: Jitendra Singh

India's space sector is poised for significant economic contribution. Revenue from launching foreign satellites has surged, with most launches oc

Gold, Silver Prices Likely to Rise as Safe-haven Investments: Eco Survey

It said the inflation outlook remains benign, supported by favourable supplyside conditions and the gradual pass-through of GST rate rationalisat

Harass miyas, pay them less, Assam Police will protect you: Himanta

Gauhati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma triggered outrage once again after he went on an unhinged tirade, suggesting that people tormen

Imtiaz Alis next feature film to release in June 2026

New Delhi: Filmmaker Imtiaz Alis new film with actor-musician Diljit Dosanjh has a new release date of June 12, 2026, the makers announced on Thu

Wings India 2026: IIIT Students From AP Unveil Next-Gen Surveillance Drone Prototypes

Sudip Sharma: Paatal Lok investigates the heart of a nation while Kohrra is a relationship drama

The writer-director along with actors Mona Singh and Barun Sobti speak about the second season of Kohrra, Monas experience of going through inten

No box office pressure with cell phone cinema, can help disseminate spiritual knowledge: Naqvi

New Delhi, Jan 29: Indian cell phone cinema industry can play a significant role in disseminating spiritual knowledge, along with modern science,

Asim Munir Says Pakistans Military is Undergoing Major Transformation

Munir highlighted the importance of multi-domain warfare, stating that the Pakistan Armed Forces are rapidly adopting technology to enhance opera

Australian Open 2026: Aryna Sabalenka beats Svitolina to reach final

Sabalenka will seek her third title at Melbourne Park when she plays the final on January 31, 2026.

Elon Musk is fueling Tesla by torching piles of cash

Tesla plans a massive investment boost, doubling its budget for autonomous vehicles, robots and AI. This comes despite recent weak financial resu

Gold, silver prices to remain elevated amid global uncertainties: Economic Survey

The survey highlighted that both gold and silver touched lifetime highs during 2025, reflecting heightened global uncertainty and strong safe-hav

Australian Open: Sabalenka Beats Svitolina To Reach Fourth Straight Final

Sabalenka, who secured her place in a fourth straight final in Melbourne, will face the winner of the Jessica Pegula vs. Elena Rybakina match in

The Biscuit That Raised Us Meets Real Estate

Mumbai Trades Glucose for Glass Towers. An Era, Crumbling Gently Between the Fingers

Kharge Lauds NABL Accreditation Of Kalaburagi Pesticide Lab

Kharge has defined this as a significant milestone in strengthening agricultural quality assurance in the Kalyana Karnataka region

Watch: Women and their mental health journeys

There is a need to move away from episodic interventions for mental illness and provide longitudinal care, said experts at a session on Resilienc

Thought of the Day by King Charles III: 'I learned the way a monkey learns: by watching its parents'

Aged 73, King Charles III became the oldest monarch ever crowned in British history and he often shares his thoughts and deep insights on life, e

Economic Survey highlights need to strengthen industrial cluster strategy to compete globally, bats for reform-enabled ecosystem

Economic Survey 2025-26: Clusters designed under this framework may have the potential to become India's primary engines of growth, accelerating

Economic Survey flags concerns over fiscal populism in states

The Economic Survey highlights growing worries about states' fiscal populism and rising revenue deficits. Unconditional cash transfers are expand

Economic Survey 2025-26: Rupee valuation does not accurately reflect Indias stellar economic fundamentals

The rupee hit an all-time low of 92.00 against the American currency, weighed down by steady dollar demand and a cautious global mood

FPIs flow remained volatile in FY26 on global uncertainty, capital shift towards AI-hubs: Economic Survey

As a result, there was a BOP deficit of $6.4 billion in H1 FY26 compared to a surplus of $23.8 billion in H1 FY25, which was funded by a decline

CMCA to celebrate 18th Traffic Police Day in Bengaluru on January 30

The celebration reflects CMCAs 26-year commitment to citizenship education and community engagement

Watch: Verses that speak beyond language

The Hindu Lit For Life 2026 featured a session titled Poets on Poets on Sunday (January 18, 2026), with Ranvir Shah exploring the world of poets

Agoda Launches Agoda Impact Lab at ASEAN Tourism Forum

Canton Fair Highlights YearRound Gifts and Dcor Supply at February Industry Thematic Event

Indonesia Couple Caned 140 Times For Sex Outside Marriage, Alcohol

Sharia police caned a couple 140 times each in Indonesia's Aceh province for having sex outside marriage and drinking alcohol.

Supreme Court Stays UGC 2026 Rules, 2012 Regulations Continue: Key Differences

UGC 2026 Rules: The UGC Regulations, 2026, notified on January 13, required all higher education institutions to set up Equity Committees represe

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Were on Same Page, Says Tharoor After Talks With Kharge, Rahul

Shashi Tharoor affirmed alignment with Congress leadership, addressing concerns about his candidacy and emphasizing his role as MP from Thiruvana

Reducing CNC Machine Downtime Through Smart Simulation Strategies

A common scenario involves a production manager who recently spent $3,400 fixing a spindle collision. Thirty seconds of simulation wouldve caught

ACB unearths properties disproportionate to income of a home guard in Vizianagaram district

Turkey to offer mediation on US-Iran tensions, weighs border measures

Turkey will offer to mediate between Washington and Tehran. Iran's foreign minister visits Ankara on Friday. Turkey considers reinforcing its bor

Watch: Andaleeb Wajid, Keshava Guha on writing fiction in the times of AI

Where is fictions place in todays world? What role does it play at a time when Artificial Intelligence is being used to write wedding speeches an

LS Speaker hails success of 28th CSPOC 2026

New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday informed the House about the successful conduct of the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presidin

Economic Survey 2026: Public and private hands must team up to deliver Indias next infra growth

Economic Survey 2026: India is making significant strides in infrastructure development, blending public investment with the dynamism of the priv

Tamil Nadu SIR: SC directs ECI to display logical discrepancies at public places

The Bench also allowed affected persons to submit their documents or objections through their authorised representative, such as Booth Level Agen

Digital Addiction Emerging As Major Concern In Children And Youth: Economic Survey 2025-26

Digital addiction is growing as a significant health problem among children and the youth and is also contributing to the mental health crisis in

Architectural exhibition on Prophets Mosque opens to visitors in Madinah

An exhibition tracing the architectural history of the Prophet Mohammeds (PBUH) mosque has opened in Madinah in Saudi Arabia, giving visitors a c

India's Textile Exporters Pin Hopes On EU Deal After US Tariff Blow

India's textile and apparel exporters, hit by 50 per cent US tariffs imposed late in August, are banking on this week's trade agreement with the

From outsourcing to ownership: Kothari Industrial eyes Kickers IP

Through the IP rights, the company will be able to supply Kickers shoes in India, and to countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, U

Watch: Running an amazing restaurant requires a village to come together

A conversation on Indias culinary culture, the passion and grit behind its most sought-after tables, and the stories of chefs carving space in a

Join TVKs Alliance, Vijay Will Give Power, Says Actors Father Chandrasekhar to Congress

Congress has a history and a legacy Vijay is ready to give them support and get them back to their old glory. It is up to Congress to take this o

US, Denmark Start Talks Over Greenland Deal To Assuage Trump

US, Danish, and Greenlandic officials met Wednesday to discuss a new framework deal over Greenland, an attempt to satisfy President Donald Trump'

Watch: The Hindu Editorial | Mature and pragmatic: On India-EU FTA

The India-EU free trade agreement marks a major milestone, offering near-zero tariffs on most goods and strategic protections for sensitive secto

Watch: Wahaj Ali turns Mahira Khans ex in viral ad video

Hyderabad: The Pakistani entertainment industry has delivered several hit onscreen couples that fans continue to cherish. Now, another much-await

Economic Survey 2025-26: Indias services sector emerged as a stabilising force amidst global uncertainty

Going forward, sustaining Indias position in the global services market will depend on productivity gains, continued innovation, ongoing investme

India should cut tax on debt instruments to reduce cost of capital, economic adviser says

India's annual economic survey recommends reducing the cost of capital by diversifying financing beyond banks and lowering taxes on debt instrume

Economic Survey 2026: 'Swadeshi' is the way for self-reliance against external shocks

India's economic future hinges on disciplined Swadeshi, moving beyond naive globalisation. The nation must build strategic indispensability by st

Private sector seeks anchor contracts as Dept of Space struggles to use funds

The gap between what the industry wants and what the Department of Space needs has never been wider

Following A Keto Diet May Cause Fatty Liver Disease, New Study Warns

A new long-term study in mice suggests that the ketogenic diet, despite helping prevent weight gain, may lead to fatty liver disease and disrupte

Eco Survey flags critical lessons tariff-plagued India could learn from its pharma cos

Economic Survey: The TRIPS shift had challenged the very foundation of India's competitive advantage, reverse engineering and cost-efficient proc

Amazon's Jeff Bezos shares one mindset you need to start a company, world's No. 3 richest man says, 'If you get half your job to be fun...'

Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and tech billionaire, has admitted that work cannot be enjoyable all the time, adding that even afe=ter stepping down

Govt may raise EPF wage ceiling to expand social security coverage

The government is likely to increase the ceiling of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) framework from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month. Following

Indias civil aviation sector on sustained growth trajectory, says Survey

New Delhi: Indias civil aviation sector is on a sustained growth trajectory, helped by a conducive policy environment, rising demand and steady i

Economic Survey calls for tackling rising digital addiction as it hits academic performance, productivity

A major challenge in addressing digital addiction in India is the lack of comprehensive national data on its prevalence and mental health effects

Watch: India and her futures: Gopalkrishna Gandhi, T.M. Krishna

In the opening session of India and Her Futures at the Hindu Pavilion on January 18, 2026, moral historian Gopalkrishna Gandhi remarked that reli

Chowmahalla Palace opens its doors after hours with curated royal experiences

A guided night tour, royal dining and music inside the Nizams former seat

PlayStation Plus February 2026: Sony's confirmed lineup, release time, and leaks

PlayStation Plus February 2026 monthly games feature Undisputed, Subnautica: Below Zero, Ultros, and Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown. Available for a

In poll-bound Kerala, big announcements and welfare sops mark 2026-27 State Budget

Finance Minister K.N. Balagopals Budget speech includes a populist mix of big-ticket announcements and welfare sops, notably a proposal to make u

Union Budget 2026: Economic Survey tabled, parliament prepares for key debates

Parliament's Budget Session is set for a busy agenda. Discussions will cover the President's Address and the Union Budget. Opposition parties hav

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Rashmika Mandannas Heavy Suit Looks Are Pure Royalcore Energy

From rich reds to royal greens, these heavy ethnic suits prove how traditional silhouettes can still feel powerful, modern, and unforgettable.

Economic Survey: Labour reforms could add 1.25% to GDP by FY30

Survey flags gains from higher formalisation, productivity and worker welfare

Kannada actor Mayur Patel booked for drunken driving after multiple-vehicle accident on HAL Airport Road in Bengaluru

The accident occurred around 10 p.m. on January 28 when Patel, who was at the wheel, allegedly rammed into a car that had halted at the traffic s

Saudi Arabia launches projects worth SAR 2.5 bn in Makkah, Jeddah

The Deputy Emir of Makkah, Prince Saud bin Mishaal, on Wednesday, January 28, launched 17 development projects worth SAR 2.5 billion in Makkah an

Watch: How one ancient language went global

In a conversation with Aienla Ozukum, about her book, Proto: How One Ancient Language Went Global, journalist Laura Spinney traced the history of

Man climbs 150-ft mobile tower after love affair setback in Jharkhand

Bokaro: A young man from Madhya Pradesh climbed atop a 150-foot mobile tower in Jharkhands Bokaro district and threatened to die by suicide over

Realme P4 Power 5G launched with 10,001 mAh battery in India

The Chinese smartphone maker also introduced Buds Clip earbuds and a cabled 20,000 mAh powerbank

Opinion: Opinion | Crack Team, Internal Unity: Inside BJP's Bengal Election War Room

As the political adagio of West Bengal builds towards the upcoming assembly elections in March-April 2026, one cannot help but observe the intric

Explained: Why The Union Budget Is Presented On February 1 Every Year

The finance minister presents the Budget every year on February 1, but it wasn't always the case.