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Why Iran wants to charge world’s largest tech companies for using Strait of Hormuz undersea cables

Iran’s veiled threat to disrupt subsea cable is a bid to gain leverage against future attacks

The Independent UK

Beyond transactions: The potential of mobile banking

Digital banking in India is transforming. Apps now help users make financial decisions, not just transactions. IDFC FIRST Bank's app integrates banking, investments, and loans. This simplifies managing money and builds confidence. Smartphones are becoming financial command centers. This evolution empowers individuals for long-term financial resilience.

The Economic Times

Can ₹11 crore buy a stress-free early retirement in Hyderabad? 37-year-old NRI's query to netizens sparks debate on 'Fat FIRE'

A 37-year-old Indian professional in the US, with ₹11 crore in investments and a paid-off Hyderabad home, plans to retire early with his family. He seeks advice on whether his savings can sustain a comfortable lifestyle, including premium schooling and travel, without further employment.

The Economic Times

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Long before Tejas, how India’s indigenous fighter jet Marut met a painful death that still haunts India today

India's HF-24 Marut was its first indigenous jet fighter. Developed with German expertise, it faced engine issues limiting its speed. Despite this, the Marut proved vital in the 1971 war, attacking enemy formations. It conducted over 200 sorties, destroying tanks and vehicles. The aircraft retired in 1990, leaving a legacy…

The Economic Times

PM Modi strengthens India-Nordic ties with focus on clean energy, trade, digitalization focus at 3rd summit

Ahead of the 3rd India-Nordic Summit, Narendra Modi held key meetings with leaders from Iceland, Finland, and Denmark to strengthen cooperation in clean energy, trade, and digitalisation. The discussions focused on expanding strategic partnerships, boosting economic collaboration, and deepening India’s engagement with Nordic nations in emerging technologies and sustainable development.

The Economic Times

India's rise of rural cinema: Film productions turn to the countryside

In 2025, Panchayat became the most-watched series in India. Its success stems from its story about the head of a village council in a rural area of Uttar Pradesh. In recent years, stories from rural India have permeated the film industry, even reaching prestigious international award ceremonies. This rural revival…

France 24

Is government planning to issue gold bonds to temples in exchange for gold reserves? Check here

The Indian government has officially denied circulating rumors about plans to issue gold bonds to temples or to monetize temple gold holdings. These claims, which emerged after a call to postpone gold purchases and an import duty hike, are completely false and misleading. The Finance Ministry clarified that no such…

The Economic Times

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School Holiday Tomorrow: Heatwave forces classes to shut in several states. Check if your school is closed, open or if summer vacation has been extended

Several Indian states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan, have extended summer school holidays for 2026 amid intensifying heatwave conditions across the country. With temperatures crossing 45°C in several regions, authorities have prioritised student safety by either revising school timings or temporarily shutting schools to reduce exposure to extreme heat.…

The Economic Times

Rishabh Pant dropped from India's ODI squad for Afghanistan series, loses Test vice-captaincy to KL Rahul

Rishabh Pant is no longer the Test vice-captain. He has also been dropped from the ODI squad for the upcoming series against Afghanistan. KL Rahul will now be the Test vice-captain. Shubman Gill continues to lead the Test side. The selections were made by the BCCI senior men’s selection committee.…

The Economic Times

A Rs 2,193 crore rail push: Govt greenlights Katra safety, Howrah-Delhi capacity and Chennai suburban boost

Indian Railways has greenlit three significant infrastructure projects totaling Rs 2,193 crore. These projects will boost safety on the Jammu-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra route. Capacity will be expanded on the busy Howrah-Delhi corridor. The Chennai suburban network will also see decongestion. These upgrades promise improved train punctuality and operational…

The Economic Times

Swiss International Airlines to launch nonstop Bengaluru-Zurich flights

Swiss International Air Lines will launch its inaugural flights to Bengaluru in its 2026-27 winter schedule, establishing a new direct route from Zurich five times weekly. This expansion, driven by rising demand, makes Bengaluru SWISS's third Indian destination. The airline will also increase Airbus A350 operations on long-haul routes, while…

The Economic Times

Airtel launches 'Priority Postpaid' with a 'slicing' tech: Check the 5G plans

Bharti Airtel has launched "Priority Postpaid," a new service leveraging 5G slicing technology to enhance network experience for postpaid users. This innovation prioritizes connectivity for premium customers during high-traffic situations, ensuring stable performance for work and daily digital needs. It marks India's first deployment of slicing-based 5G services, offering a…

The Economic Times

Sanjeev Sanyal calls for Transparency of Rules Act to empower citizens, businesses

Sanjeev Sanyal has pitched for a Transparency of Rules Act that would create a unified digital portal for all government rules and regulations, enabling citizens and businesses to easily access the latest legal and compliance updates. The proposed reform is aimed at improving ease of doing business and ease of…

The Economic Times

US drops corruption charges against Indian billionaire Adani after $18m settlement

Decision comes after Indian billionaire commits to invest $10bn in US and create 15,000 jobs

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Who is Sibi George? MEA diplomat defending India's Press Freedom as PM Narendra Modi gets heckled by Norwegian journalist

Sibi George: Senior Indian diplomat Sibi George has gone viral after a sharp exchange with a Norwegian journalist over India’s democracy, human rights and press freedom record during a media briefing linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Norway visit. But who exactly is the man behind the headline-making moment?

The Economic Times

Why Emkay is seeing Nifty at 29,000 by March 2027 despite oil shock, West Asia tensions

Emkay Global maintains a bullish outlook on Indian equities, projecting the Nifty could reach 29,000 by March 2027, driven by strong domestic growth, earnings recovery and policy support. The brokerage expects markets to navigate near-term volatility from geopolitical tensions & high crude prices. It also warns of macro risks from…

The Economic Times

JP Morgan warns of FY27 earnings risk, says Nifty can fall to 20,500 in bear case

JP Morgan has cautioned that India’s FY27 earnings face significant risks from an extended energy and logistics shock linked to the Middle East conflict. The brokerage warned that the Nifty50 could slip to 20,500 in a bear case, even as it maintains a 27,000 base-case target amid fragile macro signals.

The Economic Times

‘I isolated myself, gained 45 kilos’: How IAS officer Pari Bishnoi transformed her life and cracked India's toughest exam UPSC with AIR 30

IAS officer Pari Bishnoi, who achieved AIR 30 in UPSC, shared her journey of overcoming stress eating and gaining 45 kilos after failing her first attempt. She adopted a disciplined, monk-like lifestyle, cutting off distractions, which led to her success. Bishnoi also detailed her inspiring postpartum fitness journey, emphasizing consistency…

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Downside risks to economy have begun materializing as continued West Asia conflict casts shadow over India's trade outlook: Crisil

The escalating conflict in West Asia is emerging as a major risk for India’s economy, threatening trade flows, increasing import costs, and putting pressure on growth. Higher crude oil and transportation expenses are expected to widen India’s current account deficit and push inflation upward as businesses pass on rising costs…

The Independent UK

UK launches $300m fund to accelerate renewable power projects in India

The platform will invest across solar, wind, hybrid, and storage projects and is expected to generate more than 4 million megawatt-hours of clean energy annually

The Independent UK

Tourist killed by rampaging elephants at Indian wildlife camp

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The Economic Times

‘Indian gyms surprised me’: Ukrainian woman compares fitness culture in India and Europe

A viral social media post highlights striking differences in gym culture between India and Europe. Indian gyms are lauded for their warm, supportive atmosphere, abundant staff, and proactive trainers offering form correction freely. While European gyms are seen as more individualistic, Indian facilities, despite initial male dominance, proved unexpectedly welcoming…

The Economic Times

ICRA lowers India's FY27 GDP growth estimate to 6.2%

Rating agency ICRA has revised India's FY27 GDP growth forecast down to 6.2% from 6.5% due to elevated crude oil prices stemming from the West Asia crisis. For FY26, growth is estimated at 7.5%. Q4 FY26 GDP growth is expected to slow to 7% amid moderating industrial and services sectors,…

The Economic Times

India's top copper producers like Adani, Vedanta and Hindalco oppose inclusion of scrap-based rods in standards

In a major dispute, leading copper producers like Adani and Vedanta are opposing the inclusion of copper wire from secondary refiners in government quality standards, based on the argument that products made from scrap pose safety risks due to inconsistent purity. This standoff impacts a significant portion of copper wire…

The Times of India

UAE to launch 16 new Indian passport and visa centres as Alhind takes over consular services

Over four million Indians in the UAE will experience a significant overhaul in passport and visa services starting July 1, 2026. Kerala-based Alhind Group has secured a major contract, launching 16 new service centers across the Emirates. This move aims to make services more affordable and accessible, replacing BLS International…

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