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Protests in Delhi put daily business over ?400 crore at risk daily, could cross ?4000 cr in 10 days : CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 2:32:45 PM IST

Expressing serious concern over the growing impact of protests in Delhi in the past few days, Praveen Khandelwal, BJP MP from Chandni Chowk and Secretary General of the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), said that prolonged disruptions could put b ... read..

Delhi Half Marathon 2026 brings together 40,000+ runners

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 2:32:42 PM IST

The streets of the national capital came alive with energy, determination and an inspiring spirit of solidarity as the Delhi Half Marathon 2026 brought together more than 40,000 runners, turning their collective passion into meaningful action through #Run ... read..

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia expresses grief over Gwalior accident

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 2:02:31 PM IST

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Sunday expressed grief over the deaths of devotees in a road accident near Sheetla Mata Temple in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, and said the state government had directed officials to provide financial assistance to the f ... read..

Delhi HC quashes ED lookout circulars against Sanjay Dangi, Amit Dangi in Reliance Finance probe

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 1:32:18 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has quashed the lookout circulars (LOCs) issued against Sanjay Dangi and Amit Dangi at the instance of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with its money laundering investigation into alleged financial irregularities involv ... read..

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan expresses grief over Gwalior accident

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 1:32:12 PM IST

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Sunday expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life in an accident involving devotees in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. He extended his condolences to the bereaved families. ... read..

STPI Tech Conclave highlights AI's potential in healthcare, assistive technologies

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 1:32:10 PM IST

Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), a premier S&T organisation under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (CIIE), IIT BHU, organised a Tech Conclave on A ... read..

Nothing can save CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Jairam Ramesh accuses ECI of enabling Vote Chori'

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 1:02:02 PM IST

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Sunday accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of enabling Vote Chori by denying political parties searchable electoral rolls for eight years and demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kum ... read..

Rajnath Singh to represent India at SCO Council of Heads of Govt Meeting in Tajikistan

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 1:02:00 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Tajikistan's Dushanbe to represent India at the 25th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government (CHG) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), scheduled to be held on October 19 to October 20. ... read..

Charles Matata breaks course record to win Men's Elite title at Delhi Half Marathon

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 1:01:53 PM IST

Charles Matata clinched the men's elite title at the 21st edition of the Delhi Half Marathon on Sunday, setting a new course record of 58:52 and eclipsing the previous mark of 58:53 set by Ethiopia's Amedework Walelegn in 2020 by one second. ... read..

"Delhi is steadily advancing towards 'Fit India' movement": CM Rekha Gupta hails Half Marathon for promoting fitness, unity

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 12:31:31 PM IST

The 21st edition of the Delhi Half Marathon, a World Athletics Gold Label Race, saw over 41,000 participants take part in Asias premier road race in New Delhi on Sunday. ... read..

Foreign investment needs policy credibility beyond India's strong GDP growth

By Nikhil Dedha

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 12:31:25 PM IST

India needs to maintain policy credibility and continuity to sustain foreign investment inflows, as strong economic growth alone may not be enough to reassure global investors about the country's long-term business environment, highlighted Kyunghoon Kim, ... read..

Arvind Kejriwal extends condolences to families of Kolkata stampede victims

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 12:03:10 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday expressed grief over the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal stampede in North Kolkata that claimed 19 lives, calling the incident extremely tragic and heart-wrenching. ... read..

People of Uttarakhand will not tolerate this injustice: Kumari Selja questions CBIs delay in Ankita Bhandari murder case

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 12:03:02 PM IST

Congress MP and AICC in-charge for Uttarakhand, Kumari Selja, on Sunday criticised the BJP government over the controversy surrounding the alleged involvement of a VIP in the Ankita Bhandari murder case, questioning the delay in the CBI's action and ann ... read..

Private capex cycle in India seen gaining traction as corporate, SME lending surges: Jefferies

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 12:03:00 PM IST

India's long-awaited private sector capital expenditure cycle may finally be gaining traction, with strong corporate and small business lending alongside rising machinery imports pointing to an improvement in investment activity, according to a report by ... read..

"Democracy dismantled from within": CPI(M)'s John Brittas slams Centre

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 12:02:59 PM IST

Communist Party of India (Marxist) CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas on Sunday accused the BJP-led Central government of "dismantling democracy from within" by subverting constitutional bodies, specifically pointing to the legislation governing the appoi ... read..

All of Delhi must come together to ensure that Yamuna remains clean: Task Force urges public participation

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 11:31:26 AM IST

Subedar Ratan Singh of the Yamuna Task Force on Sunday emphasised the need for public participation in efforts to clean the Yamuna, stating that the responsibility of keeping the river clean cannot be fulfilled by any single organisation or force alone. ... read..

Ayan Lochab emerges as top buy at Rs 17.4 lakh in Kabaddi Champions League Season 2 auction

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 11:31:22 AM IST

Ayan Lochab emerged as the most expensive player at the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) Season 2 auction, securing a bid of Rs 17.4 lakh for Jhajjar Jaguars, as franchises strengthened their squads ahead of the upcoming season. ... read..

Rajya Sabha MP Mansoor Ali Khan urges centre to assist Indian Umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 11:31:17 AM IST

Rajya Sabha MP from Karnataka, Mansoor Ali Khan, wrote separate letters to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Union Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Thursday seeking immediate assistance and welfare measures for Indian Umrah pilgrims ... read..

"Regime Change is forceful and undemocratic": BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari calls for unity against anarchists

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 11:02:56 AM IST

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on Sunday criticised those who "justify violent protests", claiming that such demonstrations are not merely expressions of dissent but aim at regime change. ... read..

Stronger social safety nets could unlock consumption growth in emerging Asia, IMF Says

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 10:31:53 AM IST

Emerging Asian economies could boost domestic demand and strengthen long-term economic resilience by expanding social safety nets, improving pension coverage and protecting vulnerable households against income shocks, according to an International Monetar ... read..

Shamar Springer replaces Keemo Paul in West Indies Test squad for Bangladesh tour

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 10:31:50 AM IST

Shamar Springer has been added to the West Indies squad for their two-match Test series in Bangladesh, replacing fellow seam-bowling all-rounder Keemo Paul, who will return home for personal and family reasons". Cricket West Indies (CWI) said in a statem ... read..

Delhi Tourism organises special dandiya night for Anganwadi, ASHA workers

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 10:02:29 AM IST

Delhi Tourism organised a special Dandiya Night at Chhatrasal Stadium to honour Anganwadi and ASHA workers, providing them an opportunity to celebrate Navratri with their families. ... read..

Delhi CM Gupta, Min Verma participate in Yamuna cleanliness drive

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 10:02:24 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Verma on Sunday participated in the Yamuna cleanliness drive at Haathi Ghat near ITO, as the government appealed to residents to join efforts to clean the river and highlighted ongoing measur ... read..

Nishikant Dubey slams Congress over EVMs, cites 1972 CPI(M) document on ballot rigging in West Bengal

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 10:02:19 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey took a swipe at the Congress and opposition parties over their persistent criticism of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), sharing historical documents from the Communist Party of India (Marxist) dating back ... read..

BJP accuses Congress of Naari Shakti virodhi mentality over lack of womens representation in Karnataka, Himachal Cabinets

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 10:02:17 AM IST

BJP national spokesperson CR Kesavan on Sunday accused the Congress of having a Naari Shakti virodhi mentality, alleging that the absence of women ministers in the Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh Cabinets reflected the party leadership's attitude towards ... read..

From Ram temple to lord Narasimha: Unique Durga Puja pandal themes across India

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 9:33:09 AM IST

Durga Puja celebrations across the country have brought with them a range of creative pandal designs, with organisers drawing inspiration from temples, Hindu mythology and traditional art. ... read..

AI reshapes labour demand across Asia, posing challenges for job creation and skills development: Report

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 9:01:25 AM IST

The future of workspaces in Asia will depend not simply on how rapidly artificial intelligence (AI) advances, but on how effectively economies, businesses and workers adapt to it. ... read..

RML Hospital performs its first DBS functional neurosurgery; Brain Pacemaker to provide relief from Parkinsons tremors

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 7:31:27 AM IST

A 55-year-old Nepal government official, who has been on long leave for the past six months after Parkinsons disease left her struggling with tremors and difficulty walking, has undergone deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Hospi ... read..

YSRCP chief Jagan demands imposition of President's Rule in Andhra Pradesh over alleged Municipal Nominations violence

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 7:02:30 AM IST

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Saturday demanded the immediate imposition of Presidents Rule in Andhra Pradesh, alleging widespread political violence and a breakdown of law and order during the ongoing local ... read..

Kolkata pandal stampede: Union Ministers, CMs extend condolences, pray for injureds recovery

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 6:01:11 AM IST

Following the stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, senior Union Ministers and political leaders expressed grief over the loss of lives and extended condolences to the bereaved families, while praying for the speedy recovery o ... read..

Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan turn showstoppers as Manish Malhotra returns to Lakme Fashion Week 2026

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 3:01:28 AM IST

Bollywood actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan turned showstoppers for celebrated fashion designer Manish Malhotra at Lakme Fashion Week 2026 on Saturday. ... read..

Kolkata pandal stampede: President Murmu, VP Radhakrishnan and other top leaders express condolences

New Delhi | October 18, 2026 2:30:57 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and other prominent leaders on Saturday expressed grief and sorrow over the loss of lives in the stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, extending condolences to the bere ... read..

Kolkata Pandal stampede: Amit Shah speaks to CM Adhikari, expresses grief; postpones scheduled programmes in Bengal

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 11:32:13 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said he will postpone all his scheduled programmes in West Bengal meant for Sunday (October 18) in view of the stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata. ... read..

NIA files third chargesheet in international arms and narcotics trafficking case

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 11:01:47 PM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday filed its third chargesheet before the NIA Special Court, Jaipur, Rajasthan, in an international arms and narcotics trafficking case, naming two additional accused persons who were arrested in July 2026, ... read..

CAQM reviews Compliance Status and Enforcement Actions across NCR; 124 inspections conducted from Sept 25 to Oct 9

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 11:01:45 PM IST

The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) reviewed enforcement actions, inspection findings and compliance status across the National Capital Region (NCR) at the 141st meeting of its Enforcement Task Force (ETF), held on ... read..

Delhi court rejects bail pleas of former DGHS Vatsala Aggarwal, Vinod Kumar Ranga

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 10:30:54 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue Court on Saturday rejected the bail applications of former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Aggarwal and Dr Vinod Kumar Ranga in an alleged Rs 700-crore corruption case involving the procurement of medical goods at hi ... read..

Journalist files complaint against Rahul Gandhi over alleged protest misconduct

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 10:30:50 PM IST

Journalist Richa Parashar has lodged a formal criminal complaint with the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), New Delhi District, seeking the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Ga ... read..

CAQM reviews compliance status and enforcement actions across Delhi NCR

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 10:30:46 PM IST

The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and adjoining areas (CAQM) reviewed enforcement actions, inspection findings and compliance status across the National Capital Region (NCR) at the 141st meeting of its enforcement task force (ETF), held on ... read..

Abhijeet Dipke released after being granted conditional bail, Kejriwal welcomes move

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 10:30:42 PM IST

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke was granted conditional bail on Saturday, a day after he was detained by the Delhi Police ahead of the proposed "Lehra Do Tiranga" rally at Connaught Places Central Park. Dipke was released from the Man ... read..

"Let's tell BJP: Goa not for sale": Rahul Gandhi to join culmination of Congress's 'Goy Rakhonn Yatra' on October 18

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 10:03:13 PM IST

Stepping up the election campaign efforts ahead of the 2027 Goa Assembly Elections, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is set to join the party's Goy Rakhonn (Save Goa) Yatra on Sunday (October 18) which commenced on September 22. The yatra will begin from Daivadny ... read..

Trump's Russian oil tariff waiver offers India relief, but experts warn of renewed US pressure

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 10:03:08 PM IST

US President Donald Trump's decision to waive additional tariffs of 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian oil has provided immediate relief to India, reducing the risk of fresh trade penalties and offering Indian refiners greater flexibility in crude pu ... read..

FSSAI issues notices to major manufacturers over labelling, advertising violations

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 9:31:00 PM IST

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued notices to major manufacturers over misleading product descriptions and labelling violations involving ready-to-drink dairy beverages, raising concerns over inconsistencies between produc ... read..

Amit Shah hails major breakthrough as NCB busts 2 clandestine drug labs in Greater Noida

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 9:01:16 PM IST

In a major crackdown on transnational narcotics syndicates, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has successfully busted two clandestine drug laboratories operating in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

Delhi breaks air quality records with 211 clean air days in 2026; Govt warns winter test ahead

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 7:31:18 PM IST

Delhi has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to improve air quality, recording 211 days of Good, Satisfactory and Moderate Air Quality as of 17 October 2026, marking its best performance since 2016, except for the COVID-affected year 2020, sa ... read..

"Hoisting tricolor will always be our right": Arvind Kejriwal welcomes Abhijeet Dipke's conditional bail

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 7:31:14 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday welcomed the conditional bail to CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke in connection with the ' Lehra Do Tiranga' rally, declaring that the hoisting of the tricolour will always be their fundamenta ... read..

MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh meets IOM chief Amy Pope, discusses strengthening cooperation on migration, mobility

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 7:31:12 PM IST

India and the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) discussed ongoing initiatives to strengthen bilateral cooperation on migration and mobility on Friday, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). ... read..

CM Rekha Gupta to flag off Delhi Half Marathon 2026

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 7:31:10 PM IST

The 21st edition of the Delhi Half Marathon, a World Athletics Gold Label Race, will be flagged off by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, as over 41,000 participants join Asias premier road race. ... read..

"India is not Bangladesh": Kiren Rijiju hits out at Opposition, activists call for "regime change"

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 7:03:06 PM IST

Parliamentary and Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday firmly declared that India's democratic regime is determined by public mandate through elections, rejecting any attempt to force unconstitutional political upheaval. ... read..

DC School Cup: Modern School Barakhambas captain Tanmay Chaudhary stars with 180 vs Sri Ram Global Delhi West; a look at opening week results

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 7:03:04 PM IST

In the opening match of the Delhi Capitals (DC) School Cup season, DPS Vasant Kunj (221/3) registered a commanding 99-run victory over GD Goenka Vasant Vihar (122/9). ... read..

SC formed panel launches portal for complaints on July 2026 violence at Jantar Mantar, other places outside Delhi

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 7:02:55 PM IST

The High Powered Enquiry Committee (HPEC), constituted by the Supreme Court of India to investigate all aspects of the incidents of violence at Jantar Mantar and other places outside Delhi in July 2026, has launched a portal to receive complaints, represe ... read..

ICICI Bank Q2 net profit rises 20% to Rs 14,843 crore on strong loan growth, lower provisions

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 6:31:31 PM IST

ICICI Bank on Saturday reported a 20.1 per cent year-on-year rise in standalone net profit to Rs 14,843 crore for the second quarter of the FY 2026-27, supported by strong loan growth and lower provisions for bad loans. ... read..

CBI team reaches former MLA Suresh Rathores residence in Ankita Bhandari case

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 6:31:28 PM IST

A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team on Saturday reached the residence of former Uttarakhand MLA Suresh Rathore in connection with the Ankita Bhandari case. ... read..

Delhi Police grants NOC to Congress for Ramlila Maidan rally

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 6:01:54 PM IST

A No Objection Certificate (NOC) has been issued to the Congress for a rally at Ramlila Maidan, said Delhi Police on Saturday. ... read..

"When all of Punjab is engulfed in raging crisis, Bhagwant Mann has chosen to travel to France": BJP's Tarun Chugh

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 5:31:15 PM IST

Launching a sharp political offensive against Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, BJP National General Secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Tarun Chugh on Saturday questioned Mann's foreign visit, alleging that a "birthday party is being hosted in France under t ... read..

Abhijeet Dipke granted bail subject to peace bond conditions

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 5:31:06 PM IST

Cockroach Janata Party activist Abhijeet Dipke has been granted bail in Delhi, subject to certain conditions, Delhi Police said here on Saturday. ... read..

CJI Surya Kant urges NLSIU graduates to uphold ethics, defend justice and constitutional values

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 5:31:05 PM IST

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday urged graduating students of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, to uphold professional ethics, defend liberty and remain committed to justice and constitutional values as they emba ... read..

"Health of Delhiites will not be compromised": CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 5:31:01 PM IST

The Food Safety Department, on the directions of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, is conducting an extensive enforcement drive in the national capital. As part of the drive, warehouses and dark stores operated by e-commerce and quick-commerce companies w ... read..

"If elected representatives themselves are obstructed...how can ordinary candidates expect a fair opportunity?": YSRCP Tirupati MP Maddila Gurumoorthy slams police inaction

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 5:03:19 PM IST

The political climate in Andhra Pradesh heated up following a major confrontation during the mayoral nomination process in Tirupati. YSRCP Tirupati MP Maddila Gurumoorthy strongly condemned the local police machinery, accusing them of a total failure to m ... read..

"Rozgar Guarantee Yojana for thousands of RSS/BJP workers:" Jairam Ramesh slams BJP over Census Rules 1990 amendment

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 5:03:10 PM IST

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over 1990 Census Rules amendments, declaring that the expansion of eligible enumerators for the 2027 census would allegedly provide employment to thousands of RSS and BJP ... read..

Haryana archers Kirti, Kushal exemplify family sacrifices behind India's international success

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 5:03:09 PM IST

Two young archers from Haryana, Kirti and Kushal Dalal, have emerged as examples of how family sacrifices, determination and access to training can help young athletes achieve international success. ... read..

The Search Before the Appointment: How Men Can Find Reliable Health Information Online

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 4:32:56 PM IST

A search result is a beginning, not a diagnosisSearch engines are good at returning pages that contain familiar words. ... read..

Delhi HC grants bail to Accused in POCSO case considering relationship as consensual

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 4:32:42 PM IST

The Delhi High Court recently granted regular bail to an accused in a POCSO case considering that accused and victim were adolescent and in consensual relationship. It also considered that the parents of victim have accepted the relationship. His behaviou ... read..

AI race may depend more on access to power, infrastructure than chip supply: Morgan Stanley

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 4:02:29 PM IST

The global race to expand artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities could increasingly be determined by which companies can secure enough electricity, financing and data-centre infrastructure to operate advanced chips, rather than simply by their ability ... read..

Delhi government to use NTEP testing platforms for Hepatitis B, C diagnosis

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 3:33:13 PM IST

The Delhi Government is taking steps to strengthen the diagnosis and management of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C by utilising existing molecular testing platforms under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP). ... read..

Rising borrowing costs signal funding risks for global AI expansion: Report

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 3:33:11 PM IST

Financial markets are showing signs of increasing stress in funding the global artificial intelligence (AI) investment boom, with borrowing risks rising for companies involved in building AI infrastructure, according to a Jefferies research report. ... read..

No legal bar on reducing govt stake in IDBI Bank, clarifies Finance Ministry amid stake sale

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 3:03:01 PM IST

The Union Finance Ministry on Saturday clarified that there is no legal restriction under the IDBI (Repeal) Act, 2003, preventing the government from reducing or selling its stake in IDBI Bank, citing a 2018 Delhi High Court judgment that upheld the Centr ... read..

FSSAI notifies draft amendment to infant nutrition regulations, proposing stronger safeguards against added sugars

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 3:02:59 PM IST

In a significant step towards strengthening nutritional safeguards for infants, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has published a draft amendment to the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) Regulations, 2020, propo ... read..

AI could give small businesses competitive edge over large firms: Former UK PM Rishi Sunak

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 3:02:56 PM IST

Artificial intelligence (AI) could give small businesses a competitive advantage over large companies by helping them improve productivity, overcome resource constraints and adopt new technologies faster, former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said. ... read..

"Trump trying to gain popularity": Waiel Awwad says Russia oil sanctions waiver "big relief" for India

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 3:02:49 PM IST

Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad termed the waiving of sanctions under the Lindsey O. Graham Act as a big relief for India, while noting that the move comes as US President Trump is set to face the November midterm elections. ... read..

Pawan Khera criticises Centre over reported restrictions on buying gold funds ahead of Diwali

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 3:02:47 PM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticised the Narendra Modi-led government over reported restrictions on fresh investments in certain gold and gold-silver mutual fund schemes. He questioned the governments economic policies ahead of Diwali and Dhanteras, tr ... read..

Rising household costs undermine economic mobility, push Americans to delay major life decisions: McKinsey

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 2:32:38 PM IST

Rising living costs are the biggest barrier to economic mobility for 60 per cent of Americans, while nine out of ten say food and grocery expenses are putting pressure on their household finances, according to a report by the McKinsey Institute for Econom ... read..

Jebi Mather questions Amit Shah's remarks on student protests, reiterates demand for Gyanesh Kumars resignation

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 2:32:34 PM IST

Congress Rajya Sabha MP Jebi Mather criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah's response to student protests in the national capital, while also reiterating the Oppositions demand for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars resignation. ... read..

AI tools like ChatGPT opening new opportunities for businesses: Sunil Bharti Mittal

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 2:32:32 PM IST

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT has opened new possibilities even for established businesses like Bharti Enterprises, its Founder and Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal said, stressing that companies must be prepared to embra ... read..

Air India extends temporary suspension of flights to Saudi Arabia until Oct 24 amid Houthi attacks

New Delhi | October 17, 2026 2:02:24 PM IST

Air India and Air India Express have extended their temporary suspension of flights to and from Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam in Saudi Arabia until October 24 amid the Houthi rebels strikes in the West Asian country. ... read..

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