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‘Historic first’: India to source 10% LPG imports from US, Pg1
India inks landmark deal to import 2.2 MTPA of US LPG, aiming to diversify energy sources and reduce trade surplus.
‘Historic first’: India to source 10% LPG imports from US, Pg1
India inks landmark deal to import 2.2 MTPA of US LPG, aiming to diversify energy sources and reduce trade surplus.
27 crypto exchanges under Govt lens: 2,872 victims, Rs 600 crore, Pg1
Cybercriminals laundered ₹623.63 crore via 27 crypto exchanges, prompting MHA scrutiny and FIU investigation into KYC compliance failures.
27 crypto exchanges under Govt lens: 2,872 victims, Rs 600 crore, Pg1
Cybercriminals laundered ₹623.63 crore via 27 crypto exchanges, prompting MHA scrutiny and FIU investigation into KYC compliance failures.
SC says no to all-year pollution curbs, seeks a long-term solution, Pg3
Supreme Court rejects year-long GRAP restrictions, mandates Punjab and Haryana to implement CAQM's anti-stubble burning measures for long-term pollution control.
SC says no to all-year pollution curbs, seeks a long-term solution, Pg3
Supreme Court rejects year-long GRAP restrictions, mandates Punjab and Haryana to implement CAQM's anti-stubble burning measures for long-term pollution control.
Over 1,500 polluting units shut in NCR: CAQM, Pg3
NCR pollution crackdown: 1,515 industries, construction sites shut down; IIT Kanpur to re-examine emission standards.
Over 1,500 polluting units shut in NCR: CAQM, Pg3
NCR pollution crackdown: 1,515 industries, construction sites shut down; IIT Kanpur to re-examine emission standards.
AAI fast-tracks upgrade to new messaging system after tech glitch at Delhi Airport, Pg4
AAI upgrades Air Traffic Control messaging system to AMHS by January after Delhi Airport glitch impacting hundreds of flights.
AAI fast-tracks upgrade to new messaging system after tech glitch at Delhi Airport, Pg4
AAI upgrades Air Traffic Control messaging system to AMHS by January after Delhi Airport glitch impacting hundreds of flights.
'Finish it by next week or face contempt': SC to Telangana Speaker over disqualification pleas, Pg6
Supreme Court threatens Telangana Speaker with contempt over delayed decision on disqualification pleas, urges Parliament to review Tenth Schedule.
'Finish it by next week or face contempt': SC to Telangana Speaker over disqualification pleas, Pg6
Supreme Court threatens Telangana Speaker with contempt over delayed decision on disqualification pleas, urges Parliament to review Tenth Schedule.
India, Russia look to finalise new pacts during Putin visit, Pg6
India and Russia set to deepen strategic ties amidst global tensions, finalising key defence and mobility pacts during Putin's upcoming visit.
India, Russia look to finalise new pacts during Putin visit, Pg6
India and Russia set to deepen strategic ties amidst global tensions, finalising key defence and mobility pacts during Putin's upcoming visit.
New international student enrolments in US drop by 17% in 2025-26: Survey, Pg10
US sees 17% drop in international student enrollments due to visa delays, impacting Indian students significantly in 2025-26.
New international student enrolments in US drop by 17% in 2025-26: Survey, Pg10
US sees 17% drop in international student enrollments due to visa delays, impacting Indian students significantly in 2025-26.
Tiger safari on non-forest land, no night tourism: SC, Pg11
Supreme Court bans tiger safaris in core areas, restricts tourism, and mandates ESZs around tiger reserves for conservation.
Tiger safari on non-forest land, no night tourism: SC, Pg11
Supreme Court bans tiger safaris in core areas, restricts tourism, and mandates ESZs around tiger reserves for conservation.
Digital arrest scams: SC asks Centre to decide on ratifying UN cybercrime treaty, Pg11
Supreme Court urges Centre to consider ratifying UN Cybercrime Treaty amid rising digital arrest scams, emphasizing international cooperation.
Digital arrest scams: SC asks Centre to decide on ratifying UN cybercrime treaty, Pg11
Supreme Court urges Centre to consider ratifying UN Cybercrime Treaty amid rising digital arrest scams, emphasizing international cooperation.
Is AI from Class III a leap forward or one too soon?, Pg12
Ministry of Education's AI curriculum for Class III sparks debate on readiness, digital divide, and pedagogical soundness.
Is AI from Class III a leap forward or one too soon?, Pg12
Ministry of Education's AI curriculum for Class III sparks debate on readiness, digital divide, and pedagogical soundness.
India’s TB successes — and the long road ahead, Pg12
India combats TB: 27 lakh cases recorded in 2024, showing improved detection but challenges remain for 2025 elimination target.
India’s TB successes — and the long road ahead, Pg12
India combats TB: 27 lakh cases recorded in 2024, showing improved detection but challenges remain for 2025 elimination target.
It's time to fix climate finance. India has shown the way, Pg13
India champions climate finance reform during G20 presidency, advocating transparency, democratized governance, and innovative debt solutions for equitable global framework.
It's time to fix climate finance. India has shown the way, Pg13
India champions climate finance reform during G20 presidency, advocating transparency, democratized governance, and innovative debt solutions for equitable global framework.
Sentinel-6B: new satellite to observe ocean, Pg19
Sentinel-6B launched to track rising sea levels, enhance weather forecasting, and protect coastal infrastructure through advanced ocean monitoring technology.
Sentinel-6B: new satellite to observe ocean, Pg19
Sentinel-6B launched to track rising sea levels, enhance weather forecasting, and protect coastal infrastructure through advanced ocean monitoring technology.
Trump’s tariffs drag down Indian exports to US by 9% in October, Pg19
Trump's 50% tariffs caused a 9% drop in Indian exports to the US in October, exacerbating India's record $42B trade deficit.
Trump’s tariffs drag down Indian exports to US by 9% in October, Pg19
Trump's 50% tariffs caused a 9% drop in Indian exports to the US in October, exacerbating India's record $42B trade deficit.
Despite their high population, why Rhesus monkeys need legal protection, Pg19
Rhesus Macaques regain legal protection under Wildlife Act, crucial for managing populations and curbing exploitation, experts emphasize.
Despite their high population, why Rhesus monkeys need legal protection, Pg19
Rhesus Macaques regain legal protection under Wildlife Act, crucial for managing populations and curbing exploitation, experts emphasize.
How China dealt with air pollution, lessons for India, Pg19
China's battle against air pollution offers India crucial lessons in policy implementation, technology adoption, and governance for cleaner skies.
How China dealt with air pollution, lessons for India, Pg19
China's battle against air pollution offers India crucial lessons in policy implementation, technology adoption, and governance for cleaner skies.
India needs to ‘connect, build and revive’ with Africa, Pg8
India aims to strengthen ties with Africa through increased investment, digital cooperation, and revitalized diplomatic summits after a decade.
India needs to ‘connect, build and revive’ with Africa, Pg8
India aims to strengthen ties with Africa through increased investment, digital cooperation, and revitalized diplomatic summits after a decade.
The lower judiciary — litigation, pendency, stagnation, Pg8
Supreme Court highlights stagnation in lower judiciary due to prolonged litigation and massive case pendency, suggesting reforms for efficient justice delivery.
The lower judiciary — litigation, pendency, stagnation, Pg8
Supreme Court highlights stagnation in lower judiciary due to prolonged litigation and massive case pendency, suggesting reforms for efficient justice delivery.
Power grab, Pg8
Pakistan's 27th Amendment grants army chief sweeping powers, restructuring military command, judiciary, and offering lifetime immunity, raising concerns about democratic erosion.
Power grab, Pg8
Pakistan's 27th Amendment grants army chief sweeping powers, restructuring military command, judiciary, and offering lifetime immunity, raising concerns about democratic erosion.
The need for a social audit for SIR 2.0, Pg9
Editorial highlights concerns over electoral roll revisions, potential disenfranchisement, and advocates for mandatory social audits to ensure inclusivity and integrity.
The need for a social audit for SIR 2.0, Pg9
Editorial highlights concerns over electoral roll revisions, potential disenfranchisement, and advocates for mandatory social audits to ensure inclusivity and integrity.
Time for a re-look at road engineering, Pg9
Telangana road accidents spark urgent call for road engineering overhaul, pedestrian safety measures, and stricter enforcement to meet global targets.
Time for a re-look at road engineering, Pg9
Telangana road accidents spark urgent call for road engineering overhaul, pedestrian safety measures, and stricter enforcement to meet global targets.
The trajectory of anti-rape laws in India, Pg10
Landmark Mathura rape case (1972) triggered legal reforms, strengthening anti-rape laws and women's rights in India.
The trajectory of anti-rape laws in India, Pg10
Landmark Mathura rape case (1972) triggered legal reforms, strengthening anti-rape laws and women's rights in India.
Apex court warns Maharashtra govt. on 50% quota limit, Pg12
Supreme Court cautions Maharashtra government against breaching 50% quota limit for OBC reservations in upcoming local body elections.
Apex court warns Maharashtra govt. on 50% quota limit, Pg12
Supreme Court cautions Maharashtra government against breaching 50% quota limit for OBC reservations in upcoming local body elections.
SC says perennial GRAP is not answer to Delhi air pollution, Pg12
Supreme Court rejects perennial GRAP for Delhi pollution, emphasizes long-term policy, and considers impact on livelihoods and stubble burning.
SC says perennial GRAP is not answer to Delhi air pollution, Pg12
Supreme Court rejects perennial GRAP for Delhi pollution, emphasizes long-term policy, and considers impact on livelihoods and stubble burning.
Trade impacts of climate action flagged at COP30, Pg14
COP30 witnesses developing nations highlighting trade impacts of climate policies, particularly EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Trade impacts of climate action flagged at COP30, Pg14
COP30 witnesses developing nations highlighting trade impacts of climate policies, particularly EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Centre hikes print ad rates by 26% to offer ‘revenue support’, Pg14
Government increases print advertisement rates by 26% to bolster media viability amidst rising costs and digital competition.
Centre hikes print ad rates by 26% to offer ‘revenue support’, Pg14
Government increases print advertisement rates by 26% to bolster media viability amidst rising costs and digital competition.
Centre reviewing SC ruling on forest laws and tribal housing, says Minister, Pg14
Centre reviews SC ruling on Forest Rights Act (FRA) and Forest Conservation Act (FCA) conflict impacting tribal housing schemes.
Centre reviewing SC ruling on forest laws and tribal housing, says Minister, Pg14
Centre reviews SC ruling on Forest Rights Act (FRA) and Forest Conservation Act (FCA) conflict impacting tribal housing schemes.
What are UNESCO’s new guidelines for the use of neurotechnology?, PgII
UNESCO unveils global ethical framework for neurotechnology, balancing innovation with human rights, addressing misuse of brain data and ensuring responsible development.
What are UNESCO’s new guidelines for the use of neurotechnology?, PgII
UNESCO unveils global ethical framework for neurotechnology, balancing innovation with human rights, addressing misuse of brain data and ensuring responsible development.
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