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ED issues its biggest attachment order worth over 10,000 cr in PACL case

Chandigarh-based PACL is accused of orchestrating a 48,000-crore Ponzi scheme

18 Feb 2026 7:41 pm
Govt scheme-backed skilling boosts J&Ks human capital

With a placement ratio of 3:4, the govt has said that trained youth are finding absorption in both local and national labour markets

18 Feb 2026 7:04 pm
ICAI notifies global networking guidelines to build large homegrown CA firms

The move brings Global Networks of Chartered Accountants under ICAIs regulatory jurisdiction for their India operations.

18 Feb 2026 6:55 pm
MSMEs secure trade commitments worth 81 crore in Tradex Kerala

More than 30 international buyers from over 20 countries and around 400 MSMEs from nine key sectors across Kerala participate in the meet

18 Feb 2026 6:42 pm
AI Impact Summit: Modi discusses gains from India-EU FTA with leaders from Finland, Spain

In a separate meeting with the Spanish President, the two leaders discussed the positive spin-offs of the FTA on India-Spain economic partnership.

18 Feb 2026 6:42 pm
TN warns public against purchase of unapproved oral nicotine pouches; notices issued to Amazon, dealers

The Public is advised to refrain from using such nicotine pouches as an aid for smoking cessation, gutka and tobacco chewing cessation or for treating withdrawal symptoms of Nicotine.

18 Feb 2026 6:30 pm
Gujarat economy to grow 11.4% in FY27, GSDP seen at 33.24 lakh crore

Manufacturings share has risen to 32.8%, while agricultures share has declined to 14.2%, reflecting structural shifts

18 Feb 2026 5:09 pm
Bharat Forge, VVDN Technologies sign MoU to explore ties in automotive, defence and AI data centre tech

Under the proposed collaboration, the companies plan to leverage their complementary strengths to develop advanced products and scalable solutions.

18 Feb 2026 4:47 pm
Satrac inaugurates its trailer and truck body manufacturing plant near Chennai; invests 250 crore

Next, it plans a manufacturing facility at Jamshedpur, and then in Pune and near Gandhidham in Gujarat at a total investment of around 900 crore.

18 Feb 2026 4:43 pm
AI can help in managing Indias grid stability: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

The International Energy Agency has also stated that AI can help manage complexities in the power sector

18 Feb 2026 4:35 pm
Air pollution directly linked with increased Alzheimer's disease risk: Study

The findings, published in the journal PLOS Medicine, also reveal that people with a history of stroke may be particularly susceptible to the harmful effects of air pollution on brain health

18 Feb 2026 3:53 pm
From auction data to algorithms: AI reshapes art buying and selling

AI-powered valuation tools are bringing fresh transparency to the opaque art market, using data-driven insights to help collectors price, buy and even borrow against their artworks with greater confidence.

18 Feb 2026 3:35 pm
Italys MIR Group to establish manufacturing facility in Mangaluru

MIR Group plans to produce around 250,000 sq metres of BIPV panels at the manufacturing plant in the first year

18 Feb 2026 3:19 pm
SFO Technologies announces 2,000 crore phased investment in Kerala

The investment will span Advanced Electronic Manufacturing Services, software and embedded engineering, energy sector solutions for oil and natural gas, and precision engineering for aerospace and defence

18 Feb 2026 3:15 pm
CaratLane takes Indian jewellery to the NYFW runway for the first time

The showcase featured eight looks drawn from six of the brands collections - Polki, Sol, Sandook, Eternity, Butterfly, and Peepal, all set exclusively in natural diamonds

18 Feb 2026 2:14 pm
Galgotias University asked to vacate AI Summit after displaying Chinese robodog as in-house innovation

After social media backlash, Galgotias University clarified that the robodog was not an in-house innovation, and the Unitree Robodog was bought to help students expand their capabilities

18 Feb 2026 12:04 pm
18 Feb 2026 10:59 am
India, France sign pact for manufacturing Hammer missiles, renew defence cooperation

The two leaders also discussed a range of bilateral security and defence issues, including priority areas for co-development and co-production of equipment

18 Feb 2026 10:26 am
Nuclear fusion start-up claims major advancein New Zealand trial

OpenStar Chief Executive Officer and founder Ratu Mataira is betting the simplicity of the companys reactor design gives it the edge in the global race to turn fusion from theory into an effective power source

18 Feb 2026 10:10 am
Fed officials say AI productivity boost could raise neutral rate

AI and productivity are likely to take on increasing importance this year in debates over interest rates as President Donald Trump continues to put pressure on the Fed to reduce borrowing costs

18 Feb 2026 9:27 am
Buffett cuts Amazon stake, makes bet on New York Times

Also in the fourth quarter, Berkshire continued trimming its stakes in Bank of America Corp. and Apple, Inc., bringing them to 7.1% and 1.5%, respectively

18 Feb 2026 9:20 am
Stock Market Live February 18: Stock to buy today: Astral (1,646) BUY

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live Updates: The short-term outlook is bullish for Astral. The 3 per cent rise this week has taken the share price well above the key resistance level of 1,593. The region around 1,590 will now act as a strong support.

18 Feb 2026 6:46 am
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stresses Hindu unity, calls for three-child families

Advocating social engagement from families to communities, Bhagwat encouraged citizens to prioritise collective well-being, serve society, and strengthen Indias civilizational ethos in guiding the worlds future

18 Feb 2026 12:31 am
ndias sovereign push gathers pace as local firms roll out AI models

BharatGen, Gnani.ai, and Sarvam launching innovative models for various sectors

17 Feb 2026 10:27 pm
India hungry for its own AI, says head of BharatGen

BharatGen says it has a pipeline of customers with pilots on in education, fintech and in governance

17 Feb 2026 9:56 pm
Construction Equipment retail sales slide 21% in Jan on monsoon impact, slower infra push

All 12 manufacturers report y-o-y decline; industry volumes fall to 6,834 units

17 Feb 2026 9:21 pm
Indo-French partnership a force for global stability, says PM Modi

Two countries amend double taxation agreement, announce several initiatives in AI, critical minerals, defence

17 Feb 2026 9:05 pm
Next round of growth in pharma, life sciences will be in high value products: CEOs

Indian industry should move from being a capacity leader to a capability leader

17 Feb 2026 8:37 pm
India gets first private-sector helicopter final assembly line

The facility, owned by Tata Advanced Systems was inaugurated virtually by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and France President Emmanuel Macron

17 Feb 2026 8:36 pm
Tina Ambani fails to appear twice before ED in PMLA case

On Wednesday, Anil Ambani too has been asked to appear before the ED at its headquarters here in the overall 40,000 crore worth bank fraud money laundering case

17 Feb 2026 8:29 pm
Karnatakas 1% gig welfare levy may be passed on to users as platforms reassess margins

While the per-transaction cap appears modest, executives said the cumulative impact across millions of orders and rides each month could weigh on already thin contribution margins in food delivery, grocery quick commerce and mobility.

17 Feb 2026 8:12 pm
KNR Constructions bags 2,163-cr TN order

The signing of the Concession Agreement, however, is subject to the outcome of a case in the Madras High Court, the company informed the Bombay Stock Exchange.

17 Feb 2026 7:47 pm
Tradex Kerala 2026 to boost States contribution to global trade: Minister Rajeeve

The Minister was inaugurating the event organised by the Directorate of Industries and Commerce in association with the Federation of Indian Export Organisations here on Tuesday

17 Feb 2026 7:33 pm
Maharashtra unveils 1,000 urban climate projects across 44 AMRUT cities

Developed under the Climate Forward Maharashtra initiative, the projects span six sectors including urban heat management, water, waste, energy and mobility

17 Feb 2026 7:27 pm
AI has the potential to wipe out Indian IT services and BPO sector by 2030: Vinod Khosla

Speaking about how India should adapt to the changing employment situation, Khosla said that the general view is that action of AI will be very different in different countries, and it will be guided by politics

17 Feb 2026 7:22 pm
Centre clarified more than a year ago that TN can continue social security schemes amid UWF strike in Chennai

Concerns of the unions are completely baseless and arise out of a misunderstanding of the provisions of the four Labour Codes: Ministry of Labour & Employment

17 Feb 2026 7:16 pm
Platform models gaining ground in pharma R&D: Report

Instead of building each medicine separately, leading players are creating reusable discovery engines that apply shared data, workflows and development pathways across multiple programmes. This approach wouldcarry the learning forward, reduce duplication and bring greater predictability to execution, the report said

17 Feb 2026 7:14 pm
Shahpurkandi Dam set for commissioning, Ravi waters to boost irrigation in Jammu and Punjab

Shahpurkandi Dam set for commissioning, Ravi waters to boost irrigation in Jammu and Punjab

17 Feb 2026 6:43 pm
US and Iran hold second nuclear talks in Geneva amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Donald Trump has warned of force if no agreement is reached, while Tehran insists sanctions relief must be part of any deal

17 Feb 2026 5:33 pm
Zohos Sridhar Vembu highlights AI tools to empower rural students

Speaking at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, he said purpose-built AI models can help teachers address foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) challenges and enable students to build practical innovations, including small-scale electric vehicles.

17 Feb 2026 5:05 pm
Reform express will continue to roll on: MEA chief Jaishankar

Despite challenges, India must search for opportunities and solutions, says Jaishankar

17 Feb 2026 4:15 pm
Macron courts Modi as India nears $40 billion Rafale fighter jet deal

France, already a major arms supplier to India, is offering joint production and technology transfer.

17 Feb 2026 4:15 pm
Telangana Govt to expand Genome Valleys 4th phase in 100 acres: Minister Sridhar Babu

The fourth phase of the Genome Valley will be developed with state of the art infrastructure facilities

17 Feb 2026 3:43 pm
India needs to embrace new tech, AI can save 20,000 cr in cargo handling: EAC-PM member

Speaking at session 'AI-Powered Ports: Reimagining Efficiency and Operations' at the AI Impact Summit here, Vallabh said India is emerging as a global leader in the field of new technology.

17 Feb 2026 3:15 pm
GIFT City IFSC set for 1st IPO as XED files RHP with ROC

The IPO will be open to global investors, including NRIs, foreign portfolio investors, institutional investors, and other permitted overseas participants

17 Feb 2026 2:48 pm
Will Bill Gates attend AI Impact Summit? Conflicting claims emerge

Govt sources say Bill Gates will not be attending the Summit while his foundation maintains that he will deliver his keynote as scheduled

17 Feb 2026 2:39 pm
State targets sharper fiscal consolidation; deficit to fall to 3% of GSDP in 2026-27

In the forthcoming years, Fiscal Deficit to GSDP ratio is projected to be 2.89% in 2027-28 and 2.80% in 2028-29, which are within the targets fixed under Tamil Nadu Fiscal Responsibility Act 2003

17 Feb 2026 12:43 pm
Naturals eyes 2028 IPO if Reliance stake talks fail

Talks, first announced in late 2022, stalled after Reliance sought a 51% stake, while Naturals was prepared to sell only 49%, so as to retain control for a few more years before considering a larger divestment, he said

17 Feb 2026 11:29 am