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India's Russian oil imports at record high, set to remain core of crude diet, Pg3
India's Russian oil imports soar to record 2.6 million bpd, securing 53.5% of total crude amidst West Asia supply disruptions and expiring US waivers.
India's Russian oil imports at record high, set to remain core of crude diet, Pg3
India's Russian oil imports soar to record 2.6 million bpd, securing 53.5% of total crude amidst West Asia supply disruptions and expiring US waivers.
Deal under strain: Iran suspends talks after Israel attacks Lebanon, Pg3
Iran halts crucial nuclear talks after Israeli strikes in Lebanon, jeopardizing Strait of Hormuz oil traffic and US diplomatic efforts.
Deal under strain: Iran suspends talks after Israel attacks Lebanon, Pg3
Iran halts crucial nuclear talks after Israeli strikes in Lebanon, jeopardizing Strait of Hormuz oil traffic and US diplomatic efforts.
From National Mission to Global Inspiration, Pg9
United Nations honors India's Namami Gange mission among world's 'Top 10 Restoration Flagships' for its impactful river rejuvenation efforts.
From National Mission to Global Inspiration, Pg9
United Nations honors India's Namami Gange mission among world's 'Top 10 Restoration Flagships' for its impactful river rejuvenation efforts.
A Thriving Ecosystem, A Healthier Ganga, Pg9
Ganga Dolphin population nearly doubles, signaling a thriving ecosystem; conservation efforts expand for crocodiles, turtles, and 205 lakh fish fingerlings released.
A Thriving Ecosystem, A Healthier Ganga, Pg9
Ganga Dolphin population nearly doubles, signaling a thriving ecosystem; conservation efforts expand for crocodiles, turtles, and 205 lakh fish fingerlings released.
70 lakh jobs created under PM-VBRY: PM, Pg12
PM Modi announces 70 lakh jobs created under PM-VBRY, disburses Rs 2000 crore incentives to 10 lakh youth, boosting Viksit Bharat vision.
70 lakh jobs created under PM-VBRY: PM, Pg12
PM Modi announces 70 lakh jobs created under PM-VBRY, disburses Rs 2000 crore incentives to 10 lakh youth, boosting Viksit Bharat vision.
Right to walk on safe footpaths a fundamental right, says SC, Pg13
Supreme Court declares right to walk on safe footpaths a fundamental right under Part III, urging government to legislate for mandatory pedestrian infrastructure and accountability.
Right to walk on safe footpaths a fundamental right, says SC, Pg13
Supreme Court declares right to walk on safe footpaths a fundamental right under Part III, urging government to legislate for mandatory pedestrian infrastructure and accountability.
US diktat on AI makes case for global regulation, Pg14
US restricts Anthropic's advanced AI models, sparking global debate on technological sovereignty and urgent calls for robust international regulatory framework.
US diktat on AI makes case for global regulation, Pg14
US restricts Anthropic's advanced AI models, sparking global debate on technological sovereignty and urgent calls for robust international regulatory framework.
India must not wait for the next Hormuz crisis, Pg14
Iran's Hormuz closure triggered India's economic crisis, with surging inflation, rupee depreciation, and forex depletion, forcing RBI into a policy trilemma.
India must not wait for the next Hormuz crisis, Pg14
Iran's Hormuz closure triggered India's economic crisis, with surging inflation, rupee depreciation, and forex depletion, forcing RBI into a policy trilemma.
Delhi's unfinished fight against prejudice, Pg14
Delhi's decade-long fight against racial prejudice against Northeast Indians falters, with only 33 convictions from 2,656 FIRs, highlighting systemic failures.
Delhi's unfinished fight against prejudice, Pg14
Delhi's decade-long fight against racial prejudice against Northeast Indians falters, with only 33 convictions from 2,656 FIRs, highlighting systemic failures.
Heatwaves leading to increased concentrations of ground-level ozone, aggravating health risks: Study, Pg16
Indian study reveals heatwaves boost ground-level ozone, causing over 830 deaths in 2024, aggravating lung and heart risks; urges active monitoring.
Heatwaves leading to increased concentrations of ground-level ozone, aggravating health risks: Study, Pg16
Indian study reveals heatwaves boost ground-level ozone, causing over 830 deaths in 2024, aggravating lung and heart risks; urges active monitoring.
Navy to get 12 sets of indigenous 1.25 MW gas turbine generators for Kolkata-class ships, Pg16
Ministry of Defence signs Rs 425 crore contract with Bharat Forge for 12 indigenous gas turbine generators, boosting Navy's self-reliance and operational readiness.
Navy to get 12 sets of indigenous 1.25 MW gas turbine generators for Kolkata-class ships, Pg16
Ministry of Defence signs Rs 425 crore contract with Bharat Forge for 12 indigenous gas turbine generators, boosting Navy's self-reliance and operational readiness.
Drones, tech, European backing: How Ukraine is punching above its weight, Pg18
Ukraine, leveraging advanced drones, AI, and €90-billion EU aid, repels Russian offensive, showcasing technological prowess in asymmetrical warfare against a major power.
Drones, tech, European backing: How Ukraine is punching above its weight, Pg18
Ukraine, leveraging advanced drones, AI, and €90-billion EU aid, repels Russian offensive, showcasing technological prowess in asymmetrical warfare against a major power.
The key hurdle to climate targets: Electrification, Pg18
Turkey proposes ambitious 35% global electrification target by 2035 at COP31, highlighting critical hurdle for climate goals amid current 20% rate.
The key hurdle to climate targets: Electrification, Pg18
Turkey proposes ambitious 35% global electrification target by 2035 at COP31, highlighting critical hurdle for climate goals amid current 20% rate.
MPC minutes: Why central bank opted for status quo on repo rates, Pg23
RBI's MPC maintains repo rate at 5.25%, citing inflation vigilance amid West Asia conflict, monsoon risks, and lowering growth forecast to 6.6%.
MPC minutes: Why central bank opted for status quo on repo rates, Pg23
RBI's MPC maintains repo rate at 5.25%, citing inflation vigilance amid West Asia conflict, monsoon risks, and lowering growth forecast to 6.6%.
SEBI board reintroduces open-market buyback, Pg23
SEBI reintroduces open-market share buybacks, citing Union Budget 2026-27 capital gains tax reforms, easing corporate capital management and shareholder participation.
SEBI board reintroduces open-market buyback, Pg23
SEBI reintroduces open-market share buybacks, citing Union Budget 2026-27 capital gains tax reforms, easing corporate capital management and shareholder participation.
Imapct of EL NINO, Pg23
Developing El Niño threatens India with 84% chance of sub-normal rainfall, risking crop damage and increased food inflation across the nation.
Imapct of EL NINO, Pg23
Developing El Niño threatens India with 84% chance of sub-normal rainfall, risking crop damage and increased food inflation across the nation.
Police to get app for instant scan of fingerprints, Pg1
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launches 'Abhigyan' app for instant fingerprint verification of 1.3 crore criminal records, boosting police capabilities.
Police to get app for instant scan of fingerprints, Pg1
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launches 'Abhigyan' app for instant fingerprint verification of 1.3 crore criminal records, boosting police capabilities.
Delhi HC upholds curbs on Telegram amid NEET row, Pg1
Delhi High Court upholds temporary Telegram ban over NEET cheating row, affirming government's power to block entire platforms under IT Act Section 69A.
Delhi HC upholds curbs on Telegram amid NEET row, Pg1
Delhi High Court upholds temporary Telegram ban over NEET cheating row, affirming government's power to block entire platforms under IT Act Section 69A.
Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships, Pg6
India commits $2 billion to domestic drone procurement, pivoting from transactional purchases to strategic partnerships for rapid tech upgrades and indigenous defence.
Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships, Pg6
India commits $2 billion to domestic drone procurement, pivoting from transactional purchases to strategic partnerships for rapid tech upgrades and indigenous defence.
India’s cheapest power is here, the grid must catch up, Pg6
India's grid bottlenecks strand 50 GW of cheap solar and wind power, demanding smart upgrades and policy shifts to unlock 1000 GW clean energy potential.
India’s cheapest power is here, the grid must catch up, Pg6
India's grid bottlenecks strand 50 GW of cheap solar and wind power, demanding smart upgrades and policy shifts to unlock 1000 GW clean energy potential.
The pressures of counting India, Pg7
India's first digital Census 2027 struggles with enumerator safety, connectivity, and alleged data manipulation, raising concerns for accurate policy planning.
The pressures of counting India, Pg7
India's first digital Census 2027 struggles with enumerator safety, connectivity, and alleged data manipulation, raising concerns for accurate policy planning.
Palestine envoy seeks medical assistance for Gaza, West Bank, Pg8
Palestinian envoy urgently requests India's 'Aarogya Maitri' medical aid for Gaza, West Bank, citing critical drug shortages for 4,000 cancer patients.
Palestine envoy seeks medical assistance for Gaza, West Bank, Pg8
Palestinian envoy urgently requests India's 'Aarogya Maitri' medical aid for Gaza, West Bank, citing critical drug shortages for 4,000 cancer patients.
Sickle cell anaemia to be eradicated by 2047: Murmu, Pg10
President Murmu declares India will eradicate sickle cell anaemia before 2047, urging collective action and awareness, especially among tribal communities.
Sickle cell anaemia to be eradicated by 2047: Murmu, Pg10
President Murmu declares India will eradicate sickle cell anaemia before 2047, urging collective action and awareness, especially among tribal communities.
3 indigenous naval vessels to be launched by PM tomorrow, Pg10
PM Modi commissions three indigenous naval vessels – Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, Agray – boosting India's maritime combat and self-reliance at Kolkata port.
3 indigenous naval vessels to be launched by PM tomorrow, Pg10
PM Modi commissions three indigenous naval vessels – Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, Agray – boosting India's maritime combat and self-reliance at Kolkata port.
Four glacial lakes in Arunachal have expanded in a decade: study, Pg10
New satellite study reveals four high-risk glacial lakes in Arunachal Pradesh expanded significantly, escalating GLOF threat in Eastern Himalaya.
Four glacial lakes in Arunachal have expanded in a decade: study, Pg10
New satellite study reveals four high-risk glacial lakes in Arunachal Pradesh expanded significantly, escalating GLOF threat in Eastern Himalaya.
Culture Secretary Vivek Aggarwal is new FATF Vice-President, Pg10
India's Culture Secretary Vivek Aggarwal appointed FATF Vice-President for 2026-2027, boosting India's global financial governance and anti-money laundering efforts.
Culture Secretary Vivek Aggarwal is new FATF Vice-President, Pg10
India's Culture Secretary Vivek Aggarwal appointed FATF Vice-President for 2026-2027, boosting India's global financial governance and anti-money laundering efforts.
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