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Domestic growth to support India's auto loan asset-backed-securities performance in 2026: Fitch Ratings
New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:48:59 PM IST
Fitch Ratings has maintained a 'Neutral' outlook for India's auto loan asset-backed securities (ABS) sector for 2026, citing expectations of stable asset performance supported by resilient domestic economic growth. ... read..


India-Oman CEPA to deepen economic engagement in Gulf Region
Muscat | December 18, 2025 12:48:54 PM IST
India is set to sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Oman, marking an important step in strengthening India's economic engagement with the Gulf region. ... read..


Is Hair Transplant Really Safe? Experts Debunk Common Myths and Fears
| December 18, 2025 12:18:56 PM IST
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India-Oman FTA likely to boost industrial exports as current tariffs range up to 100%: GTRI
New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:18:52 PM IST
The proposed India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is expected to significantly boost India's industrial exports, as import duties in Oman currently range from zero to as high as 100 per cent on select products, according to a rep ... read..


What is good for the Indian economy will eventually be good for the U.S. economy, says Executive Vice Chairman of NASDAQ
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2025 12:18:46 PM IST
India and the United States are strengthening their trade and investment ties as both nations look for new ways to grow their economies together. The growth of the Indian economy is also viewed as a benefit for the United States. Edward Knight, Executive ... read..


Zest AMC Sets New Standards in Global Index Investing Through Discipline and Transparency
| December 18, 2025 11:49:02 AM IST
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Ford cancels billion-dollar battery deal with South Korea's LG Energy Solution
Seoul | December 18, 2025 11:48:57 AM IST
South Korean battery maker LG Energy Solution Ltd. announced on Wednesday that a massive deal to supply batteries to Ford Motor Co. is now over. The American car company sent a notice to cancel the agreement because it is changing its plans for electric c ... read..


Invesco cautiously optimistic on India's 2026 growth despite equity market volatility
New Delhi | December 18, 2025 11:48:47 AM IST
Despite equity market underperformance triggered by geopolitical tensions, global investment firm Invesco has expressed cautious optimism on India's economic outlook for 2026, citing progress on domestic reforms, scope for improved US-India relations and ... read..


Miles Education Launches CAIRA to Prepare Accountants for the AI Era, Backed by Global Accounting Innovators
| December 18, 2025 11:18:29 AM IST
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Karnataka's Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education Partners with upGrad School of Technology to Drive Industry-Linked, On-Campus Innovation
| December 18, 2025 10:48:47 AM IST
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India's goods exports likely to contract by 1% in FY26, service exports too slowed: Report
New Delhi | December 18, 2025 10:48:38 AM IST
India's goods exports are expected to contract by around 1 per cent in FY26, compared to a marginal growth registered last year, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. ... read..


Indian share market opens lower amid global sell-off, but Nifty IT surge 1 % despite US tech selling
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 18, 2025 10:19:09 AM IST
Domestic stock markets opened on a cautious note on Thursday, tracking sharp overnight losses in the US markets, as investors booked profits in high-valuation technology and artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. ... read..


Onarika Entertainment Announces High-Octane Patriotic Action Suspense Film: "JE BAAT"
| December 18, 2025 10:19:04 AM IST
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SynbioTech Wins 5 Gold Medals at US Innovation Awards
| December 18, 2025 10:19:02 AM IST
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Soumya Ranjan Pradhan Appointed Advisor to the Chairman of Asia Kabaddi Federation
| December 18, 2025 10:19:00 AM IST
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Sundrex Oil Company Ltd.'s Rs. 32.25 crore SME IPO to open for Subscription on December 22, 2025
| December 18, 2025 10:18:58 AM IST
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V.L. Infraprojects Secures Major INR 42.12 Crore Water Infrastructure Contract from GWSSB
| December 18, 2025 10:18:56 AM IST
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Startek Malaysia wins three HR Asia 2025 awards, reaffirming its people-first culture
| December 18, 2025 10:18:55 AM IST
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Neutrinos Wins AI and Machine Learning Innovation Award at InsurInnovator Connect Vietnam 2025
| December 18, 2025 10:18:53 AM IST
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Troovy, the healthy snacks brand co-founded by an 8-year-old, launches the Snackmakers Challenge -- India's biggest kids-led snack revolution
| December 18, 2025 10:18:51 AM IST
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Piyush Goyal meets Oman's commerce minister to boost economic ties as PM Modi visits Muscat
Muscat | December 18, 2025 8:48:53 AM IST
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal held a meeting with Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Oman's Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, to discuss ways to deepen economic cooperation between India and Oman. ... read..


Rupee likely to bounce back in second half of next fiscal despite current weakness: SBI Report
New Delhi | December 18, 2025 8:48:48 AM IST
The Indian Rupee, which has been under pressure in recent times, is likely to bounce back strongly in the second half of the next financial year, from October 2026 to March 2027, according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI). ... read..


Lok Sabha passes SHANTI Bill to modernise, open up nuclear energy sector for private participation
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 11:49:18 PM IST
Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025, aimed at modernising India's nuclear energy laws and opening up the sector for private companies to operate nuclear reac ... read..


SEBI announces major market reforms; slashes mutual fund and brokerage costs
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 17, 2025 9:49:16 PM IST
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Wednesday approved a series of far-reaching regulatory reforms aimed at simplifying market regulations, lowering transaction costs and improving cost transparency, measures that are expected to boost in ... read..


NTPC adds 359.585 MW solar capacity, total commercial capacity reaches 85.5 GW
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 9:48:59 PM IST
State-owned power generation company NTPC on Wednesday declared commercial capacity addition of 359.58 MW through its various solar projects of its subsidiaries in the states of Gujarat & Rajasthan, taking the Group commercial capacity of over 85.5 GW ... read..


European Patent Office-India collaboration highlights power of patents in deep-tech era: Roberta Romano-Goetsch
By Kaushal Verma

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 8:19:06 PM IST
As India pushes its ambition of Atmanirbhar Bharat through deep-tech research and a stronger intellectual property framework, Roberta Romano-Goetsch, Chief Sustainability Officer of the European Patent Office (EPO) told ANI on Wednesday that the patents a ... read..


A Dazzling New Dawn in Noida: Anubhav Jain Launches 'Nitara Jewels' -- A Modern Lab-Grown Diamond Brand That Redefines Responsible Luxury
| December 17, 2025 7:19:01 PM IST
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'Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality Limited' is a Multispeciality Company Providing Healthcare Services at Several Locations in Gujarat
| December 17, 2025 7:19:00 PM IST
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GIGABYTE Expands "Make in India" Footprint with Local Motherboard Manufacturing, Strengthening Its Commitment to India's Tech Ecosystem
| December 17, 2025 7:18:58 PM IST
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Leading HR Software in India
| December 17, 2025 7:18:56 PM IST
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SIMS Pune Hosts 16th International Research Conference, SIMSARC'25, on 'Wealth to Wellbeing'
| December 17, 2025 7:18:55 PM IST
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Airfloa Rail Technology Bags ~INR 10 Crore Order from Integral Coach Factory
| December 17, 2025 7:18:53 PM IST
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WEP expands to states, strengthens public-private model to boost women-led development: NITI Ayog's Anna Roy
By Kaushal Verma

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 7:18:50 PM IST
India's Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) is expanding into states and strengthening its public-private partnership model to boost women-led development, as it builds on its original mandate of bridging information gaps and moves into emerging areas s ... read..


SRMIST, Pon Pure Chemicals Sign MoU to Set Up CSR-Funded Oil-Field Chemicals Research Lab
| December 17, 2025 6:49:03 PM IST
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Phytochem Remedies (India) Limited is a leading company engaged in the sale of corrugated boxes and boards across various industries
| December 17, 2025 6:49:02 PM IST
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#FlipTrends2025: Gen Z Drives Scroll-Led Discovery, Tier 2 Cities Lead Premiumisation, and Video & Quick Commerce Become India's Dominant Habits
| December 17, 2025 6:49:00 PM IST
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Gxpress Solutions Recognised in Forbes India DGEMS 2025 Select 200
| December 17, 2025 6:48:58 PM IST
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Avitree Strengthens India's Movement Culture Through Community Fitness Initiatives Across Three Cities
| December 17, 2025 6:48:57 PM IST
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Shuchi Ayurveda Launches Comprehensive Ayurvedic Wellness Line Merging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science
| December 17, 2025 6:19:40 PM IST
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India-Oman FTA to unlock new opportunities across key sectors: Piyush Goyal
Muscat | December 17, 2025 6:19:38 PM IST
India-Oman Free Trade Agreement will open up significant opportunities across sectors, including textiles, food processing, automobiles, gems and jewellery, agrochemicals, renewable energy and auto components. This was stated by Union Minister of Commerce ... read..


Crime Literature Festival of India Sparks National Dialogue on Crime, Justice and Society in Dehradun
| December 17, 2025 6:19:37 PM IST
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Metropolis' MedEngage 2025-26 Opens Applications for Medical Research Grants and Scholarships for Medical Students
| December 17, 2025 6:19:35 PM IST
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Top n8n Developers: WeblineIndia Ranks 13th Globally Among 650+ n8n Verified Creators
| December 17, 2025 6:19:33 PM IST
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FOIP with Investors Clinic to Raise INR 500 Crore in Tier-2 Cities in 2026 with a Clear Focus on Managed Farmland & Technology
| December 17, 2025 6:19:31 PM IST
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Psychotherapist Namrata Jain sounds the alarm bells for India's silent but escalating self-harm epidemic
| December 17, 2025 6:19:30 PM IST
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Songs of the Stone: A Saga of Sound, Space and Story Brings the Qutub Minar into a New Cultural Conversation
| December 17, 2025 6:19:28 PM IST
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Rajasthan DigiFest x TiE Global Hackathon Announces Winners, Showcases National-Scale Innovation and Youth Participation
| December 17, 2025 6:19:26 PM IST
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CodeSkin Expands Its Skincare Line, Launches New "Ultra Advance Body Moisturizer"
| December 17, 2025 6:19:25 PM IST
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Remal Alcast Commences Operations at New Billet Casthouse in Maharashtra
| December 17, 2025 6:19:21 PM IST
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PNGRB unveils comprehensive consumer protection framework for oil and gas sector
By Shailesh Yadav

New Delhi | December 17, 2025 5:49:06 PM IST
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has released draft Consumer Protection Regulations 2025, introducing sweeping reforms to safeguard consumer interests across India's oil and gas sector. ... read..


India's growth story enters a new phase of resilience, opportunity: KV Kamath
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 17, 2025 5:48:58 PM IST
India has emerged from economic stress and global disruptions with renewed strength, setting the stage for sustained long-term growth, Chairman, Jio Financial Services, KV Kamath said, crediting the Indian industry for rapidly repairing balance sheets and ... read..


Aviation Ivy Launches Free Career Guidance Platform for Aspiring Aviation Professionals
| December 17, 2025 5:48:50 PM IST
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digital blanket selected for Forbes DGEMS 2025: Enabling Smarter, Sustainable Infrastructure & Workplaces
| December 17, 2025 5:19:18 PM IST
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Indian business leaders see major growth potential ahead of PM Modi's Oman visit
Muscat | December 17, 2025 5:19:16 PM IST
Indian business leaders and industry chamber representatives have underscored the growing depth of India-Oman economic relations and highlighted significant future opportunities across sectors as Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Oman. ... read..


Nukleus Office Solutions Ltd Sponsors Chennai Smashers in Tennis Tournament
| December 17, 2025 5:19:15 PM IST
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India poised to create major share of global wealth through technology, demographics: NSE chief
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 17, 2025 5:19:13 PM IST
India is uniquely positioned to create a significant share of global wealth over the next five decades, noted Ashish Chauhan, MD and CEO of National Stock Exchange (NSE). ... read..


Mohali's Conversion Perk Recognised at TechBehemoths Awards 2025 for Second Consecutive Year
| December 17, 2025 4:49:17 PM IST
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InvITs, REITs distributions saw sharp surge in Q2 FY26 on strong asset performance: ICRA Analytics
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 17, 2025 4:49:15 PM IST
India's Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) reported robust growth in distributions during the second quarter of FY2026, supported by strong operating performance across asset classes such as roads, power an ... read..


VELS Medical College Inducts 250 Students at White Coat Ceremony for MBBS 2025-26 Batch
| December 17, 2025 4:49:10 PM IST
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Three-Day International Conference "Rushabhayan 02" on the Pioneer of Indian Civilization, King Rushabhdev, to be Held from December 19 to 21
| December 17, 2025 4:49:07 PM IST
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Pride of Nation Awards 2025: Veterans India Mobilises Higher Education Institutions to Lead Bharat's Journey Towards Vishwaguru
| December 17, 2025 4:19:14 PM IST
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Pidilite Industries Showcases Comprehensive Construction & Interior Solutions at ACETECH Bangalore, Mumbai & Delhi 2025
| December 17, 2025 4:19:09 PM IST
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Sangitanjaly Foundation presents Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Festival of Music and Dance 2025 at Hyderabad, conceived by abhijeeth Bhattacharjee
| December 17, 2025 4:49:19 PM IST
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Arnifi, a global setup and management platform announces the launch of its new Management Development Program 'Arnifi 25 under 25'
| December 17, 2025 3:49:09 PM IST
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Energy sector strengthened and expanded with retail outlets doubling to over 1 lakh by 2025, says Hardeep Singh Puri
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 3:48:58 PM IST
The number of petrol pumps and gas stations in India nearly doubled from 51,870 retail outlets in 2014 to over 1 lakh by 2025, said Hardeep Singh Puri, the Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas. The Minister, on X, spoke about these achievements du ... read..


UIDAI Aadhaar database remains unbreached; multi-layered tech protecting 134 crore identities
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 3:19:32 PM IST
The government has implemented comprehensive measures to protect the personal data of Aadhaar number holders, and no breach of data has occurred from the central database to date. ... read..


CNG, domestic PNG prices set to drop by Rs 2-3 from January 1
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 3:19:25 PM IST
Consumers across India are set to benefit from reduced prices of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) as the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) announced a tariff rationalization that will come into effect from ... read..


Dabba Network Accelerates PM-WANI Rollout, Fueling India's Billion-User Connectivity Ambition
| December 17, 2025 3:19:21 PM IST
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Theia Ventures Leads Pre-Seed Round in Novyte Materials to Accelerate Collaborative Materials Discovery
| December 17, 2025 3:19:17 PM IST
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World T20 Champion Indian Women's Blind Cricket Team Meets Dr Payal Kanodia at M3M Foundation
| December 17, 2025 3:49:12 PM IST
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MomsLeague Celebrates India's Most Inspiring Moms at Mom Of The Year Summit & Awards 2025
| December 17, 2025 3:18:58 PM IST
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Razorpay POS Launches 'Growth DQR', A Checkout Device Unifying Offers, Loyalty & UPI on a Single Screen
| December 17, 2025 2:49:19 PM IST
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India's Electronics Manufacturing Clusters 2.0 scheme set to create 1.80 lakh jobs with Rs 1.46 lakh crore investment
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 2:49:11 PM IST
The central government projects that the Modified Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC 2.0) scheme will generate approximately 1.80 lakh jobs. Official data shows that approved projects now span 10 states across the country. These locations expect a to ... read..


ICRA flags margin pressure for steelmakers despite 8% demand growth in FY26
New Delhi, | December 17, 2025 2:49:09 PM IST
Domestic steel demand is expected to remain healthy at around 8 per cent in FY2026; however, continued weakness in steel prices is likely to keep operating margins of steel producers under pressure, according to a report by rating agency ICRA. ... read..


LONGINES Welcomes Sara Ali Khan as its New Friend of the Brand
| December 17, 2025 2:49:07 PM IST
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Strong Q2 performance may prompt IMF to upgrade India's growth outlook: Gita Gopinath
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 2:19:12 PM IST
Former IMF Chief Economist Gita Gopinath, now a Professor at Harvard University, is of the view that International Monetary Fund (IMF) will certainly raise India's growth forecast for 2025-26, on the back of robust economic growth it recorded in the first ... read..


Government strengthens cyber security measures to combat ransomware and cross-border threats
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 2:19:07 PM IST
The Government of India continues to implement a series of strategic initiatives to strengthen the security of the national cyber ecosystem. These measures focus on protecting digital infrastructure against ransomware and cross-border cybercrimes to ensur ... read..


CEA Anantha Nageswaran calls for states-led reforms in higher education
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 2:19:02 PM IST
States hold the key to the next phase of higher education reform in India, said Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India, during the CII Global Higher Education Summit on Wednesday here in the national capital. ... read..


India's real estate enters strong investment driven phase, expects USD 12-14 bn investments in FY26: CBRE
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 2:18:58 PM IST
India's real estate market is entering a structurally stronger and more investment-driven phase, with equity capital inflows touching record levels and demand broadening across asset classes and geographies, according to a report by real estate services a ... read..


Banganga Paper Industries Ltd Welcomes Mr. Venkatesh Prabhu and Mr. Ravindranathan M as New Independent Directors
| December 17, 2025 2:18:57 PM IST
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Hon'ble Governor of Telangana Shri Jishnu Dev Varma was felicitated by Shri Abhijeeth Prodyut and Rituparna ,at Hyderabad
| December 17, 2025 2:18:53 PM IST
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Udaipur Startup Bharat Biomaterials LLP Launches Terratan A Sustainable Leather Alternative from Agricultural Waste
| December 17, 2025 2:18:51 PM IST
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Sankalp at Dharana, Shillim: A Thoughtfully Curated Way to Enter the New Year
| December 17, 2025 2:18:50 PM IST
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HSBC India Expands its Presence in Madhya Pradesh, Opens New Branch in Indore to Support Wealth Expansion
| December 17, 2025 2:49:06 PM IST
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Meghalaya State Skill Development Society Signs MoU with Accel Skill Edutech to Enable Overseas Employment Opportunities for Youth
| December 17, 2025 2:48:58 PM IST
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Agoda Reveals India's Most Affordable Year-End Flight Routes for Holiday Travelers
| December 17, 2025 2:18:37 PM IST
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Sarveshwar Foods Limited Announces JKHPMC's In-Principle Approval for INR 197.29 Crore Integrated Basmati Cluster Development Project in Jammu & Kashmir
| December 17, 2025 1:49:09 PM IST
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Dachepalli Publishers Limited Announces IPO to Strengthen K-12 Educational Publishing and Digital Learning Ecosystem
| December 17, 2025 1:49:08 PM IST
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Sumit Woods Limited Selected as Developer for Pruthvi Enclave CHS Redevelopment in Borivali East
| December 17, 2025 1:49:02 PM IST
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CARS24 Achieves Full Digital Loan Servicing with Pennant Technologies' Cloud-Native Lending Platform
| December 17, 2025 1:49:01 PM IST
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Illicit trade poses serious threat to economy and national security: Experts at FICCI CASCADE
New Delhi, | December 17, 2025 1:48:59 PM IST
Illicit trade, including counterfeiting and smuggling, poses a serious transnational threat to economic growth, consumer safety and national security, noted experts and law enforcement officials at a capacity-building programme organised by FICCI CASCADE ... read..


Star Link Communication Pvt. Ltd. Marks Three Decades of Leadership in Biometric and Workforce Management Solutions
| December 17, 2025 1:48:54 PM IST
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Jitendra Singh introduces new Nuclear Energy Bill in Lok Sabha, calls it historic to transform India's future energy needs
New Delhi | December 17, 2025 1:19:58 PM IST
Union Minister of Science and Technology and Atomic Energy Jitendra Singh on Wednesday introduced 'The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025' in the Lok Sabha, which he termed as a historic bill which w ... read..


LegalEdge Delivers CLAT 2026 AIR 1,2,3 yet again, Secures 7 AIRs in Top 10 Ranks
| December 17, 2025 1:19:55 PM IST
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Wittypen Launches Zerply.ai and Wins Silver at MarTechAI Awards
| December 17, 2025 1:19:53 PM IST
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Indian teen turns 'waste' pottery into global learning tool, wins prestigious and highly selective Sustainability Hackathon
| December 17, 2025 1:19:51 PM IST
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FocusOn Interiors Strengthens Market Position with the acquisition of Riya Enterprises
| December 17, 2025 1:19:49 PM IST
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Telangana Rising 2047 Summit Focuses on Affordable Housing with Insight from ASBL's CEO, Ajitesh Korupolu
| December 17, 2025 1:19:47 PM IST
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JSW MG Motor India Launches the All-New Hector, Priced Starting at INR 11.99 L in Hyderabad at Automotive MG
| December 17, 2025 1:19:42 PM IST
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BGMI Releases New Redeem Codes Featuring the Suave Master Set
| December 17, 2025 1:19:40 PM IST
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