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Industrial output growth hits 5-month high of 5.1%, Pg1
India's industrial output surges to 5.1% in May, a 5-month high, as government shifts IIP calculation from WPI to PPI.
Industrial output growth hits 5-month high of 5.1%, Pg1
India's industrial output surges to 5.1% in May, a 5-month high, as government shifts IIP calculation from WPI to PPI.
Pact to implement Yamuna water accord inked, Pg1
Union Home Minister Amit Shah brokers landmark Yamuna Water Project accord between Haryana and Rajasthan, ensuring vital water resource implementation.
Pact to implement Yamuna water accord inked, Pg1
Union Home Minister Amit Shah brokers landmark Yamuna Water Project accord between Haryana and Rajasthan, ensuring vital water resource implementation.
Dozens killed as Pakistan targets Afghan militants, Pg1
Pakistan launches deadly cross-border strikes in Afghanistan, killing dozens of militants and civilians, escalating regional tensions after Karachi attack, drawing strong condemnation.
Dozens killed as Pakistan targets Afghan militants, Pg1
Pakistan launches deadly cross-border strikes in Afghanistan, killing dozens of militants and civilians, escalating regional tensions after Karachi attack, drawing strong condemnation.
Reforms 3.0 — towards the Bharat rate of growth, Pg8
India must launch a National AI Token Policy, making AI access free like data, to achieve an 8%+ 'Bharat rate of growth' and global AI leadership.
Reforms 3.0 — towards the Bharat rate of growth, Pg8
India must launch a National AI Token Policy, making AI access free like data, to achieve an 8%+ 'Bharat rate of growth' and global AI leadership.
Caught in the middle, Pg8
India, caught between Golden Crescent and Golden Triangle, battles surging drug trafficking via drones and darknet, demanding urgent policy shift from seizures to rehabilitation.
Caught in the middle, Pg8
India, caught between Golden Crescent and Golden Triangle, battles surging drug trafficking via drones and darknet, demanding urgent policy shift from seizures to rehabilitation.
Preparing India for China’s missile challenge, Pg8
China's 200+ missile launchers threaten India; New Delhi must urgently establish a rocket force and fast-track hypersonic missile development to counter Beijing's missile superiority.
Preparing India for China’s missile challenge, Pg8
China's 200+ missile launchers threaten India; New Delhi must urgently establish a rocket force and fast-track hypersonic missile development to counter Beijing's missile superiority.
Why artificial wisdom is the biggest AI risk, Pg9
Expert warns 'artificial wisdom' is AI's biggest risk, demanding global governance and accountability to prevent systemic harm.
Why artificial wisdom is the biggest AI risk, Pg9
Expert warns 'artificial wisdom' is AI's biggest risk, demanding global governance and accountability to prevent systemic harm.
Outlay of clean technology scheme for steel sector, Pg10
Centre plans ₹5,000 crore National Strategy for Sustainable Secondary Steel, promoting clean technologies within three months.
Outlay of clean technology scheme for steel sector, Pg10
Centre plans ₹5,000 crore National Strategy for Sustainable Secondary Steel, promoting clean technologies within three months.
On the delay in India-U.S. trade deal, Pg10
U.S. tariffs, Supreme Court rulings, and new Section 301 investigations stall India-U.S. trade deal, raising bilateral economic uncertainty.
On the delay in India-U.S. trade deal, Pg10
U.S. tariffs, Supreme Court rulings, and new Section 301 investigations stall India-U.S. trade deal, raising bilateral economic uncertainty.
Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10
RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.
Has RBI changed the rules for scam compensation?, Pg10
RBI mandates new scam compensation rules, effective 2027, offering victims up to ₹25,000 for digital fraud and cyberattacks, amending 2017 circular.
What India’s 12 ‘operationally deployed’ nuclear warheads really mean, Pg11
SIPRI reveals 12 Indian nuclear warheads are now operationally deployed, bolstering 'no first use' doctrine and second-strike capability amid escalating global nuclear tensions.
What India’s 12 ‘operationally deployed’ nuclear warheads really mean, Pg11
SIPRI reveals 12 Indian nuclear warheads are now operationally deployed, bolstering 'no first use' doctrine and second-strike capability amid escalating global nuclear tensions.
Surveillance boost: Army to raise ‘Baaz Battalions’, Pg12
Indian Army establishes 'Baaz Battalions' to centralize and boost advanced drone surveillance, intelligence gathering, and rapid response capabilities.
Surveillance boost: Army to raise ‘Baaz Battalions’, Pg12
Indian Army establishes 'Baaz Battalions' to centralize and boost advanced drone surveillance, intelligence gathering, and rapid response capabilities.
Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14
States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.
Why are States opposing VB-G RAM G, Pg14
States oppose new VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme replacing MGNREGA, citing 40% financial burden and centralisation of power, sparking federalism concerns.
Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14
Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.
Govt. launches platform to track maternal, child health, Pg14
Union Minister Amit Shah launches PM-FCT digital platform for real-time tracking of maternal, child health, nutrition, and welfare, piloted in Gujarat.
US, Iran pause strikes, but differ over next steps on talks, Pg2
US and Iran give conflicting signals on talks after Persian Gulf strikes, as fragile interim deal faces uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz.
US, Iran pause strikes, but differ over next steps on talks, Pg2
US and Iran give conflicting signals on talks after Persian Gulf strikes, as fragile interim deal faces uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz.
Why shift matters, Pg4
Delhi's new EV policy targets vehicular emissions, the largest PM2.5 source, prioritizing two-wheelers and commercial vehicles for rapid electrification to combat air pollution.
Why shift matters, Pg4
Delhi's new EV policy targets vehicular emissions, the largest PM2.5 source, prioritizing two-wheelers and commercial vehicles for rapid electrification to combat air pollution.
Under the Vibrant Villages Programme, around 200 development projects are being executed, Pg7
Vibrant Villages Programme launches 200 development projects across 51 border villages, investing over ₹270 crore for strategic growth.
Under the Vibrant Villages Programme, around 200 development projects are being executed, Pg7
Vibrant Villages Programme launches 200 development projects across 51 border villages, investing over ₹270 crore for strategic growth.
Uttarakhand secured the first position among small states in the Export Preparedness Index 2024, Pg7
Uttarakhand tops small states in NITI Aayog's Export Preparedness Index 2024, showcasing strong trade readiness and economic performance.
Uttarakhand secured the first position among small states in the Export Preparedness Index 2024, Pg7
Uttarakhand tops small states in NITI Aayog's Export Preparedness Index 2024, showcasing strong trade readiness and economic performance.
Rajnath releases DFP-2026 for timely execution of R&D projects, efficiency, Pg10
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveils DFP-2026, empowering DRDO with enhanced financial autonomy to accelerate critical R&D projects, bolstering Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Rajnath releases DFP-2026 for timely execution of R&D projects, efficiency, Pg10
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveils DFP-2026, empowering DRDO with enhanced financial autonomy to accelerate critical R&D projects, bolstering Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
PM set to meet top officials today; deregulation, reforms on agenda, Pg10
PM Modi convenes top secretaries to push deregulation and reforms for 'Viksit Bharat', focusing on ease of business and living through high-level committees.
PM set to meet top officials today; deregulation, reforms on agenda, Pg10
PM Modi convenes top secretaries to push deregulation and reforms for 'Viksit Bharat', focusing on ease of business and living through high-level committees.
Next UN chief's job: Keep conversations alive when others stop talking, Pg12
Next UN Secretary-General faces 'impossible job' amid escalating global conflicts, great power rivalry, and weakening multilateralism, demanding urgent diplomatic leadership.
Next UN chief's job: Keep conversations alive when others stop talking, Pg12
Next UN Secretary-General faces 'impossible job' amid escalating global conflicts, great power rivalry, and weakening multilateralism, demanding urgent diplomatic leadership.
Overheated Europe, Underprepared world, Pg12
Europe reels from unprecedented 40°C+ heatwaves, exposing global warming's planetary emergency and demanding urgent climate action and commitments.
Overheated Europe, Underprepared world, Pg12
Europe reels from unprecedented 40°C+ heatwaves, exposing global warming's planetary emergency and demanding urgent climate action and commitments.
For peace deal, first protect ceasefire, Pg12
US-Iran ceasefire teeters on brink amid Strait of Hormuz clashes and ambiguous MoU, threatening global supply chains and regional conflagration.
For peace deal, first protect ceasefire, Pg12
US-Iran ceasefire teeters on brink amid Strait of Hormuz clashes and ambiguous MoU, threatening global supply chains and regional conflagration.
Lower oil prices, a window of opportunity, don't waste it, Pg13
India urged to strategically utilize lower global oil prices to fortify macroeconomic fundamentals, boost export competitiveness, and uphold fiscal credibility for enduring economic resilience.
Lower oil prices, a window of opportunity, don't waste it, Pg13
India urged to strategically utilize lower global oil prices to fortify macroeconomic fundamentals, boost export competitiveness, and uphold fiscal credibility for enduring economic resilience.
India's diplomacy protects citizens, builds resilience, Pg13
PM Modi's strategic diplomacy, securing energy and tech partnerships, fortifies India's resilience and protects citizens amidst global uncertainties.
India's diplomacy protects citizens, builds resilience, Pg13
PM Modi's strategic diplomacy, securing energy and tech partnerships, fortifies India's resilience and protects citizens amidst global uncertainties.
Maharashtra to use AI to analyse, document petroglyphs in Konkan, Pg14
Maharashtra allocates Rs 5 crore for AI-powered analysis of 20,000 BC Konkan petroglyphs, bolstering UNESCO World Heritage bid.
Maharashtra to use AI to analyse, document petroglyphs in Konkan, Pg14
Maharashtra allocates Rs 5 crore for AI-powered analysis of 20,000 BC Konkan petroglyphs, bolstering UNESCO World Heritage bid.
Team India can't slip up in race to qualify for 2028 Olympics, Pg20
India's 2028 Olympic cricket qualification hinges on T20I rankings, as new IOC rules demand strategic play, making every match crucial to secure a direct berth.
Team India can't slip up in race to qualify for 2028 Olympics, Pg20
India's 2028 Olympic cricket qualification hinges on T20I rankings, as new IOC rules demand strategic play, making every match crucial to secure a direct berth.
India's external debt hits $763 bn, Pg21
India's external debt soars to $762.8 billion by March 2026, hitting 20.8% of GDP, as per RBI data.
India's external debt hits $763 bn, Pg21
India's external debt soars to $762.8 billion by March 2026, hitting 20.8% of GDP, as per RBI data.
Cabinet clears Rs 30k cr NIIF boost, Pg21
Cabinet injects Rs 30,000 crore additional investment into NIIF, accelerating India's infrastructure and nationally important sector development.
Cabinet clears Rs 30k cr NIIF boost, Pg21
Cabinet injects Rs 30,000 crore additional investment into NIIF, accelerating India's infrastructure and nationally important sector development.
Weak rains hit reservoir storage levels, Pg21
India's monsoon weakens, pushing reservoir storage to a critical 26% capacity, raising fears for agriculture and food inflation.
Weak rains hit reservoir storage levels, Pg21
India's monsoon weakens, pushing reservoir storage to a critical 26% capacity, raising fears for agriculture and food inflation.
Why more medicines will now have QR codes on their packets, Pg22
Union government mandates QR codes on vaccines, anti-cancer drugs by 2028, implementing track-and-trace to combat counterfeiting and boost drug safety.
Why more medicines will now have QR codes on their packets, Pg22
Union government mandates QR codes on vaccines, anti-cancer drugs by 2028, implementing track-and-trace to combat counterfeiting and boost drug safety.
Iran to charge fee for using the Strait of Hormuz: What international law says, Pg22
Iran defies international law, imposing transit fees on ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, sparking global concerns over navigation rights and UNCLOS principles.
Iran to charge fee for using the Strait of Hormuz: What international law says, Pg22
Iran defies international law, imposing transit fees on ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, sparking global concerns over navigation rights and UNCLOS principles.
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