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‘Talks on, India-U.S. deal joint statement in 4-5 days’, Pg1
India and U.S. to finalize trade deal with tariff cuts, aiming for $500 billion in imports within five years.
‘Talks on, India-U.S. deal joint statement in 4-5 days’, Pg1
India and U.S. to finalize trade deal with tariff cuts, aiming for $500 billion in imports within five years.
Centre signs tripartite pact to create Naga authority, Pg1
Centre, Nagaland, and ENPO ink pact establishing Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, devolving powers over 46 subjects in six districts.
Centre signs tripartite pact to create Naga authority, Pg1
Centre, Nagaland, and ENPO ink pact establishing Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, devolving powers over 46 subjects in six districts.
The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence, Pg8
India's environmental jurisprudence faces dilution as courts seemingly prioritize development over ecological protection, impacting Aravallis, mangroves, and Himalayan projects.
The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence, Pg8
India's environmental jurisprudence faces dilution as courts seemingly prioritize development over ecological protection, impacting Aravallis, mangroves, and Himalayan projects.
More money for defence, now fix the process, Pg8
Defence budget witnesses double-digit surge, emphasizing modernization and domestic procurement, but bureaucratic delays and R&D fragmentation pose challenges.
More money for defence, now fix the process, Pg8
Defence budget witnesses double-digit surge, emphasizing modernization and domestic procurement, but bureaucratic delays and R&D fragmentation pose challenges.
Intent and outcome, Pg8
Budget 2026-27 emphasizes climate action with ₹20,000 crore for CCUS, but implementation and private capital mobilization remain challenges.
Intent and outcome, Pg8
Budget 2026-27 emphasizes climate action with ₹20,000 crore for CCUS, but implementation and private capital mobilization remain challenges.
More, and less, Pg8
Budget 2026 allocates ₹1.05 lakh crore to healthcare, focusing on biopharma, R&D, and affordability, but misses 2.5% GDP target.
More, and less, Pg8
Budget 2026 allocates ₹1.05 lakh crore to healthcare, focusing on biopharma, R&D, and affordability, but misses 2.5% GDP target.
Should the Governor's address be scrapped?, Pg9
Debate erupts over Governor's address legality; experts question constitutional obligation and potential reforms amid rising Centre-State tensions.
Should the Governor's address be scrapped?, Pg9
Debate erupts over Governor's address legality; experts question constitutional obligation and potential reforms amid rising Centre-State tensions.
DISCOMs and the road ahead, Pg10
DISCOMs witness financial turnaround with ₹2,701 crore PAT in FY25, driven by government schemes and improved efficiency.
DISCOMs and the road ahead, Pg10
DISCOMs witness financial turnaround with ₹2,701 crore PAT in FY25, driven by government schemes and improved efficiency.
Rethinking battery strategy in India: the case for sodium-ion technology, Pg11
India urged to prioritize sodium-ion battery technology amidst lithium constraints, aiming for resilient energy storage and reduced import dependence.
Rethinking battery strategy in India: the case for sodium-ion technology, Pg11
India urged to prioritize sodium-ion battery technology amidst lithium constraints, aiming for resilient energy storage and reduced import dependence.
DAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12
India to consider Rafale fighter aircraft acquisition from France ahead of President Macron's visit to boost defence capabilities.
DAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12
India to consider Rafale fighter aircraft acquisition from France ahead of President Macron's visit to boost defence capabilities.
U.S. shuts down 200 ‘illegal’ online pharmacies tied to an India-based criminal organisation, Pg12
US DEA busts India-linked online drug network tied to fatal overdoses, arrests four in multi-state operation.
U.S. shuts down 200 ‘illegal’ online pharmacies tied to an India-based criminal organisation, Pg12
US DEA busts India-linked online drug network tied to fatal overdoses, arrests four in multi-state operation.
Procurement of minor forest produce dips 92% in 2024-25, Pg14
Government MFP procurement crashes 92% in 2024-25 impacting tribal livelihoods despite ₹319.65 crore disbursed to States.
Procurement of minor forest produce dips 92% in 2024-25, Pg14
Government MFP procurement crashes 92% in 2024-25 impacting tribal livelihoods despite ₹319.65 crore disbursed to States.
SC flags States’ preference for ‘ad-hoc’ DGP appointments, Pg14
Supreme Court criticizes states for bypassing regular DGP appointments, favoring 'Acting' chiefs, violating Prakash Singh case directives on fixed tenures.
SC flags States’ preference for ‘ad-hoc’ DGP appointments, Pg14
Supreme Court criticizes states for bypassing regular DGP appointments, favoring 'Acting' chiefs, violating Prakash Singh case directives on fixed tenures.
UPSC adds more norms for Civil Services aspirants, Pg14
UPSC tightens Civil Services Exam rules from 2026, restricts IPS and Group A service allottees from reappearing without resignation.
UPSC adds more norms for Civil Services aspirants, Pg14
UPSC tightens Civil Services Exam rules from 2026, restricts IPS and Group A service allottees from reappearing without resignation.
MSF raises concerns over FTA impact on medicines in India, Pg14
MSF warns EU-India FTA could restrict medicine access in developing countries by strengthening pharmaceutical monopolies and limiting generic competition.
MSF raises concerns over FTA impact on medicines in India, Pg14
MSF warns EU-India FTA could restrict medicine access in developing countries by strengthening pharmaceutical monopolies and limiting generic competition.
Nuclear diplomacy set to resume in Muscat as U.S., Iran stay far apart, Pg16
U.S. and Iran to resume nuclear diplomacy in Muscat amid disagreements over scope of talks and regional security concerns.
Nuclear diplomacy set to resume in Muscat as U.S., Iran stay far apart, Pg16
U.S. and Iran to resume nuclear diplomacy in Muscat amid disagreements over scope of talks and regional security concerns.
The end of New START and a new era of nuclear rivalry, Pg16
New START treaty collapses, ending nuclear arms control between U.S. and Russia, escalating global security risks.
The end of New START and a new era of nuclear rivalry, Pg16
New START treaty collapses, ending nuclear arms control between U.S. and Russia, escalating global security risks.
High capex to sustain growth, pvt investment also coming: Sitharaman, Pg1
FM Sitharaman prioritizes sustaining growth through high capex, as private investment shows promising signs of expansion.
High capex to sustain growth, pvt investment also coming: Sitharaman, Pg1
FM Sitharaman prioritizes sustaining growth through high capex, as private investment shows promising signs of expansion.
India-US joint statement in days, tariff cuts in a week, says Goyal, Pg1
India and US to sign trade agreement by mid-March, with US tariff cuts expected following joint statement release in days.
India-US joint statement in days, tariff cuts in a week, says Goyal, Pg1
India and US to sign trade agreement by mid-March, with US tariff cuts expected following joint statement release in days.
As school where 7 died starts new chapter, many others 'unsafe', teachers pitch in, Pg1
Meghalaya mine explosion claims 18 lives; illegal rat-hole mining continues despite safety concerns and regulatory violations.
As school where 7 died starts new chapter, many others 'unsafe', teachers pitch in, Pg1
Meghalaya mine explosion claims 18 lives; illegal rat-hole mining continues despite safety concerns and regulatory violations.
SC directs UPSC to act against those states delaying DGP appointments, Pg2
Supreme Court empowers UPSC to enforce timely DGP appointments, addressing state delays and upholding Prakash Singh case directives.
SC directs UPSC to act against those states delaying DGP appointments, Pg2
Supreme Court empowers UPSC to enforce timely DGP appointments, addressing state delays and upholding Prakash Singh case directives.
Submit cadre review proposals for Group-A officers: MHA reminds paramilitary forces, Pg2
MHA urges CAPFs to expedite Group-A cadre review proposals following SC directive to address career stagnation and structural imbalances.
Submit cadre review proposals for Group-A officers: MHA reminds paramilitary forces, Pg2
MHA urges CAPFs to expedite Group-A cadre review proposals following SC directive to address career stagnation and structural imbalances.
SC upholds NCLAT order entrusting Supertech's 16 projects to NBCC, Pg4
Supreme Court backs NCLAT order, assigns Supertech's 16 stalled projects to NBCC, prioritizing homebuyers' interests and expediting completion.
SC upholds NCLAT order entrusting Supertech's 16 projects to NBCC, Pg4
Supreme Court backs NCLAT order, assigns Supertech's 16 stalled projects to NBCC, prioritizing homebuyers' interests and expediting completion.
For drivers, by drivers: How Bharat Taxi app hopes to be a game-changer, Pg4
Bharat Taxi app launched as India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform, promising zero commissions for drivers and reasonable customer pricing.
For drivers, by drivers: How Bharat Taxi app hopes to be a game-changer, Pg4
Bharat Taxi app launched as India's first cooperative ride-hailing platform, promising zero commissions for drivers and reasonable customer pricing.
Police cannot make arrest to simply ask questions: SC, Pg8
Supreme Court mandates notice under Section 35(3) BNSS for arrests in offences punishable up to seven years, emphasizing Article 21.
Police cannot make arrest to simply ask questions: SC, Pg8
Supreme Court mandates notice under Section 35(3) BNSS for arrests in offences punishable up to seven years, emphasizing Article 21.
Diversifying energy sourcing: MEA on Trump’s ‘India not to buy Russian oil’ claim, Pg9
India strategically diversifies energy sourcing amidst evolving global dynamics, hinting at alternatives to Russian oil due to geopolitical shifts.
Diversifying energy sourcing: MEA on Trump’s ‘India not to buy Russian oil’ claim, Pg9
India strategically diversifies energy sourcing amidst evolving global dynamics, hinting at alternatives to Russian oil due to geopolitical shifts.
HAL to bid for licence manufacturing of 5th-gen fighter jet, Pg9
HAL to bid for licence manufacturing of Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), India's fifth-generation fighter jet, starting 2035.
HAL to bid for licence manufacturing of 5th-gen fighter jet, Pg9
HAL to bid for licence manufacturing of Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), India's fifth-generation fighter jet, starting 2035.
Asiatic lion count up from 674 in '20 to 891 in '25, Pg10
Asiatic lion population surges to 891 in 2025 from 674 in 2020, expanding habitat beyond Gir forest.
Asiatic lion count up from 674 in '20 to 891 in '25, Pg10
Asiatic lion population surges to 891 in 2025 from 674 in 2020, expanding habitat beyond Gir forest.
‘Expect funds inflow after the call between Prime Minister and (the US) President’, Pg11
FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.
‘Expect funds inflow after the call between Prime Minister and (the US) President’, Pg11
FM expects fund inflow post PM-US President call; highlights private sector investment, capex implementation, and states' debt concerns.
The Budget has delivered a googly—the retrospective tax (Excluding the retrospective tax, Budget 2026 is a very good example of good policy-making. Major policies were announced before the Budget. Income tax reform was announced last year, GST re..., Pg12
Budget 2026 marred by retrospective tax on SGBs, raising concerns about investor confidence and policy consistency despite positive reforms.
The Budget has delivered a googly—the retrospective tax (Excluding the retrospective tax, Budget 2026 is a very good example of good policy-making. Major policies were announced before the Budget. Income tax reform was announced last year, GST re..., Pg12
Budget 2026 marred by retrospective tax on SGBs, raising concerns about investor confidence and policy consistency despite positive reforms.
Flush car door handles: China's ban, and the safety concerns, Pg15
China bans flush car door handles from 2027 due to safety concerns after crashes and power failures.
Flush car door handles: China's ban, and the safety concerns, Pg15
China bans flush car door handles from 2027 due to safety concerns after crashes and power failures.
India's Russia challenge — balance old ties, new reality (Trump's claim that India 'agreed to stop buying Russian oil' has put New Delhi in a diplomatically tricky position with a longtime ally), Pg15
Trump's claim of India halting Russian oil imports strains Delhi-Moscow ties amid evolving geopolitical dynamics and economic pressures.
India's Russia challenge — balance old ties, new reality (Trump's claim that India 'agreed to stop buying Russian oil' has put New Delhi in a diplomatically tricky position with a longtime ally), Pg15
Trump's claim of India halting Russian oil imports strains Delhi-Moscow ties amid evolving geopolitical dynamics and economic pressures.
In India's first-ever disaster victim identification guidelines, teeth hold the key, Pg15
India unveils first disaster victim identification guidelines for dignified handling of mass fatality incidents, focusing on forensic odontology and DNA analysis.
In India's first-ever disaster victim identification guidelines, teeth hold the key, Pg15
India unveils first disaster victim identification guidelines for dignified handling of mass fatality incidents, focusing on forensic odontology and DNA analysis.
Still ready to talk to US on limiting nukes, says Russia, Pg16
Russia signals readiness for nuclear arms talks with US amidst New START treaty expiry and Ukraine conflict negotiations.
Still ready to talk to US on limiting nukes, says Russia, Pg16
Russia signals readiness for nuclear arms talks with US amidst New START treaty expiry and Ukraine conflict negotiations.
Duty cuts to push local mfg, not to be seen only from revenue lens, Pg17
CBIC Chairman unveils strategic duty cuts to boost local manufacturing competitiveness amid FTAs and global trade dynamics.
Duty cuts to push local mfg, not to be seen only from revenue lens, Pg17
CBIC Chairman unveils strategic duty cuts to boost local manufacturing competitiveness amid FTAs and global trade dynamics.
India, GCC ink terms of reference to formally launch trade talks, Pg17
India and GCC nations sign terms to launch FTA negotiations, aiming to boost $179 billion bilateral trade and investments.
India, GCC ink terms of reference to formally launch trade talks, Pg17
India and GCC nations sign terms to launch FTA negotiations, aiming to boost $179 billion bilateral trade and investments.
Govt expands criteria to define startups, Pg17
Government doubles startup turnover limit to ₹200 crore and introduces 'Deep Tech Startup' recognition for cutting-edge technology firms.
Govt expands criteria to define startups, Pg17
Government doubles startup turnover limit to ₹200 crore and introduces 'Deep Tech Startup' recognition for cutting-edge technology firms.
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