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AI stocks earnings growth set to slow sharply, Jefferies urges diversification

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:50 PM IST

Earnings growth for global artificial intelligence (AI) stocks is expected to slow sharply over the next two years, prompting calls for investors to diversify beyond AI, according to a Jefferies report. ... read..

Connaught Place is commercial centre, not protest site: Traders Association criticises protest call

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:48 PM IST

New Delhi Traders Association President Atul Bhargav on Friday urged political parties and protesters to hold demonstrations at designated sites instead of Connaught Place, saying repeated protests and traffic restrictions have severely affected businesse ... read..

DDA conducts land pooling outreach camps under Delhi LG's directions

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:41 PM IST

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has conducted outreach programmes in villages across Delhi's land pooling areas under the month-long Reform Utsav campaign, following directions from Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, to familiarise landowner ... read..

India sixth among major investment partners in Trump's USD 11.3 trillion US investment push: White House

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:25 PM IST

The United States has attracted USD 11.3 trillion in investments under President Donald Trump's administration, with country-level and trade deals accounting for the largest share at USD 5.77 trillion across nine agreements, while India ranked sixth with ... read..

India's digital infrastructure among world's 10 highly effective reforms: CareEdge

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:18 PM IST

India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has emerged as one of the world's 10 highly effective structural reforms, supported by the wide reach of Aadhaar, the scale of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions and the growing use of digital payment ... read..

"Sheer madness": AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj slams security curbs as party stages 'Tiranga Rally'

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:39 PM IST

Holding the national flag during an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) protest march in the national capital, AAP Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj on Friday sharply criticized the Centre over the massive security deployment in the capital, questioning why authorities wer ... read..

Air India Express extends suspension of flights to Saudi Arabia until Oct 20 amid Houthi attacks

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:36 PM IST

Air India Express on Friday extended the suspension of flights to and from Dammam, Jeddah and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia until October 20, citing the evolving security situation in the region amid continued Houthi strikes on the Kingdom. ... read..

India GDP to grow 7.17.3% in FY27, private investment revival to provide additional demand: Deloitte

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:24 PM IST

India's economy is expected to grow by 7.17.3 per cent in FY 202627 and 6.67.0 per cent in FY 202728, according to Deloitte India's latest economic outlook, which said a sustained revival in private investment would provide an additional source of dem ... read..

Congress's aim is to change Govt through elections: Pawan Khera hit out at Rajnath Singh's 'regime change' charge

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:20 PM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Friday said the Opposition's objective was to change the government through elections, responding to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's allegations that the Congress and its allies were seeking regime change in India. ... read..

APEDA facilitates export of 1.755 MT of organic palmyra jaggery powder from Tamil Nadu to Bulgaria

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:43 PM IST

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, facilitated the flag-off of the maiden export consignment of 1.755 MT of NPOP- and EU-certified organic Palmyra Jaggery Powder ... read..

AI stocks earnings grAI stocks' earnings growth set to slow sharply, Jefferies urges diversification

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:02:10 PM IST

India will neither become Bangladesh nor Pakistan: Activist slams opposition amid CJP protest curbs in CP

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:54 PM IST

Activist Mohammad Faiz Khan on Friday accused opposition parties of using minority communities for political gains and warned against alleged attempts to incite anarchy, asserting that India will neither become Bangladesh nor Pakistan, as security was ... read..

Indias rice prices remain 10% below global average despite projected production decline: IREF

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:51 PM IST

Indias rice prices remain around 10 per cent below the global average despite a projected decline in global rice production and rising international prices, the Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF) said in a press release on Friday. ... read..

"Demanding answers from govt not anarchy": Abhijeet Dipke slams administrative curbs in Delhi

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:45 PM IST

Rebutting allegations of promoting disorder and pushing back against widespread administrative curbs in the national capital, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) activist Abhijeet Dipke on Friday asserted that seeking accountability from those in power is "not an ... read..

Claims, objections under SIR process open till Oct 30: Delhi CEO Ashok Kumar

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:39 PM IST

Delhi Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Ashok Kumar on Friday said the claims and objections period under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will continue until October 30, allowing eligible individuals to register as voters and seek corr ... read..

"Colluded with 'chitta party' to ruin Punjab": Arvind Kejriwal targets BJP after Amit Shah flags law and order collapse

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:31 PM IST

Launching a fierce counter-offensive following Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks on Punjab's law and order situation, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Friday accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of facilitating narcotic ... read..

North East Delhi Riots 2020: Court acquits 8 accused of murder, rioting, unlawful assembly

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:29 PM IST

A Delhi Court has acquitted eight accused of murder, rioting with a lethal weapon, unlawful assembly, promoting enmity between communities, etc., giving them the benefit of the doubt. However, seven accused out of these have been convicted for not obeying ... read..

Supreme Court to hear journalist's plea against Rahul Gandhi on October 26 or 27

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:25 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday said it will hear on October 26 an application by a three-month-pregnant journalist alleging that Rahul Gandhi shoved her inside the Supreme Court Registry on October 12, when he led an Opposition march to the Court to file a p ... read..

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New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:23 PM IST

IMF flags energy price risks for India, warns prolonged Middle East conflict could fuel inflation

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:32:38 PM IST

India could face renewed inflationary pressures if the Middle East conflict keeps energy prices elevated for longer, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned, highlighting the risks to economic resilience from higher fuel costs despite the country ... read..

NGT directs DPCC member secretary to explain laboratory readiness in Ghazipur landfill case

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:31:13 PM IST

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Member Secretary of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) to appear virtually at the next hearing and disclose the status of its laboratory and the equipment available for testing, after the pollut ... read..

AI boom could trigger sharp equity market correction, losses may spread around the world: IMF

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:01:13 PM IST

The artificial intelligence (AI) boom is fuelling the expectation of economic growth in the short-run, but uneven adoption and expectations running ahead of actual productivity gains could lead to near-term disappointment, and a sharp equity market corr ... read..

Fire breaks out in offices on second floor of building near Delhi's Kalkaji, no casualties reported

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:01:09 PM IST

A fire broke out in offices on the second floor of a building on the main road in Kalkaji in Delhi on Friday, with no casualties reported, according to the fire department. ... read..

NGT grants CPCB eight weeks to submit progress report on microplastics testing methodology

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:01:11 PM IST

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has granted the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) eight weeks to submit a further progress report on the development of uniform methodologies for sampling, preparation, and detection of microplastics in different env ... read..

World Bank plans to expand critical minerals business fivefold in five years, says World Bank President Ajay Banga

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 1:00:59 PM IST

The World Bank Group plans to expand its critical minerals business fivefold over the next five years and has identified 20 countries for potential partnerships to develop local industries, President Ajay Banga said on Friday, highlighting efforts to reta ... read..

"Gyanesh Kumar should be surcharged for double expenditure": P. Chidambaram slams ECI over SIR rollback and shift to SSR

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:31:32 PM IST

Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister P. Chidambaram launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), slammed the poll body over the handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), questioning the systemic removal of mill ... read..

SEBI's CAS overhaul to benefit brokers more than exchanges: Jefferies

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:31:23 PM IST

The Securities and Exchange Board of India's (SEBI) changes to the Closing Auction Session (CAS) framework should reduce expiry-day volatility and benefit brokers more than stock exchanges, according to a Jefferies report. ... read..

Press Council Of India issues safety guidelines for journalists covering protests, demonstrations

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:35 PM IST

Press Council of India (PCI) expressed concern over the safety of media personnel during unrest and released a comprehensive set of guidelines for journalists covering protests and demonstrations, emphasising professional conduct, personal safety, and eth ... read..

Air India cancels flights to Riyadh, Dammam, Jeddah until Oct 20 amid Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:28 PM IST

Air India has extended the cancellation of all its flights to and from Riyadh, Dammam and Jeddah until October 20, 2026, citing the evolving security situation in Saudi Arabia amid recent attacks on civilian airports and aviation infrastructure in the Kin ... read..

Modi ji, your officials are confused: Rahul Gandhi on Rubios Mumbai visit, says unless you want me to explain

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:26 PM IST

Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Friday took a swipe at the Centre over US Secretary of State Marco Rubios upcoming visit to India, saying the External Affairs Ministry was confused about the trip. ... read..

"Who will bear responsibility?": Amit Shah says MHA to seek report from Punjab govt on Jhota's murder

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 12:02:24 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) would seek a response from the Punjab government over the murder of anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh Jhota in Mansa and a suicide in Dirba, while questioning the states law ... read..

Delhi Police apprehends two proclaimed offenders wanted in separate cases; annual tally reaches 95

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:43 AM IST

The Sarita Vihar police station in Delhi's South-East district on Friday has apprehended two proclaimed offenders wanted in separate criminal cases registered at Seema Puri and Farsh Bazar police stations, taking the total number of such apprehensions by ... read..

Nitin Gadkari, Jitendra Singh, other leaders extend birthday wishes to Hema Malini

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:41 AM IST

As veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini turned a year older on Friday, she received birthday wishes from Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Jitendra Singh, and other leaders, who wished her good health, long life, and continued success in public service. ... read..

BJP to hold daily 'Jan Sunwai' at Delhi headquarters for workers' grievances under BJP National Presidents guidance

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:34 AM IST

In a major organisational outreach, the Bharatiya Janata Party has decided to hold daily public hearings, 'Jan Sunwai', for its workers at the party's national headquarters in Delhi. ... read..

Rajnath Singh accuses Congress of turning Election Commission into "puppet", cites 1993 appointments

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:33 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday accused Congress of turning the Election Commission into its "puppet" during its rule, citing the appointment of two Election Commissioners in 1993 and alleging that the party had favoured individuals close to the ... read..

BJP to launch nationwide campaign to counter Congresss claims on SIR, Election Commission

By Deepika Rathour Chauhan

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:21 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party is preparing to launch a nationwide campaign from next week to counter what it describes as misleading claims by the Congress regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the Election Commission of India. ... read..

LG Sandhu inspects civic amenities in Old Delhi; directs officials to strengthen waste management

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:32:19 AM IST

Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Friday inspected civic and sanitation upkeep across the Municipal Corporation of Delhi's (MCD) Old Delhi Zone and directed officials to strengthen solid waste management, ensure effective waste segre ... read..

Centre raises petrol export duty to Rs 2.5/litre, cuts diesel levy to Rs 8.5/litre

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:04:03 AM IST

The Centre has raised the export duty on petrol to Rs 2.5 per litre and reduced the levy on diesel exports to Rs 8.5 per litre for the next fortnight, as part of its periodic revision of taxes on petroleum products amid volatility in international energy ... read..

Delhi Police bust cocaine supply network in Rohini, arrest four foreign nationals

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 11:03:54 AM IST

Delhi Police has busted a cocaine supply network in Rohini and arrested four foreign nationals, including a woman, recovering 168 grams of cocaine, Rs 35,900 in cash and other materials, officials said. ... read..

Amazon expands hardware footprint with Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse, personal AI devices starting at USD 74.99

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 10:30:18 AM IST

E-commerce giant Amazon has rolled out two new personal artificial intelligence devices under the Bee lineup, Bee Frontier and Bee Eclipse, starting at USD 74.99. ... read..

NSG has blown up every terror threat to India: Amit Shah extends Raising Day greetings to Black Cats

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 10:30:15 AM IST

The National Security Guard (NSG) celebrated its 42nd Raising Day on Friday, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extending greetings to the elite counter-terrorism force and lau ... read..

NSUI chief alleges police brutality against women, says "we are not afraid, nor will we back down"

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 10:01:02 AM IST

National Students' Union of India (NSUI) national president Vinod Jakhar on Friday claimed that he and several party workers had been detained at different police stations in Delhi. ... read..

Ankita Bhandari case: "BJP government just picks one of those names and makes him the Guv": Congress MP Kumari Selja

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:31:32 AM IST

Congress MP and AICC in-charge for Uttarakhand, Kumari Selja, launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the appointment of a leader whose name has surfaced in connection with the Ankita Bhandari case as a Governor, stating that t ... read..

India's BoP set to turn positive but below expectations amid oil import costs and widening trade deficit: ICICI Bank

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:31:25 AM IST

India's Balance of Payments (BoP) is turning positive, but it is likely to remain lower than earlier expectations as elevated oil prices and an expanding non-oil, non-gold deficit weigh on the external trade position, according to a research report by ICI ... read..

"Fight against drugs continues with unwavering resolve": Amit Shah praises Assam CM, Police for sustained narcotics crackdown

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:31:24 AM IST

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah has congratulated Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Assam Police for a sustained crackdown against narcotics and a decisive blow to drug networks. ... read..

Reliance responds to Musk's claims on Stralink's license; says they "welcome competition", emphasises "abiding by law"

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:00:41 AM IST

Reliance Industries on Friday issued a statement on Friday that it welcomes competition in India's satellite communications space, including Elon Musk's Starlink, while emphasizing that every participant in the sector must adhere to the rule of law and ex ... read..

PM Modi extends greetings on sixth day of Sharad Navratri, seeks Maa Katyayani's blessings

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:00:38 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings on the sixth day of Sharad Navratri and offered prayers to Maa Katyayani, seeking strength, courage and positive energy for everyone. ... read..

Reliance responds to Musk's claims on Starlink's license; says they "welcome competition", emphasises "abiding by law"

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 9:00:40 AM IST

SEBI overhauls CAS framework and derivatives settlement norms

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 8:31:06 AM IST

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced a comprehensive overhaul of the Closing Auction Session (CAS) framework in the equity cash segment, establishing a structured 10-minute auction window, revising reference price mechanisms, and ch ... read..

Delhi: Security forces deployed in and around Connaught Place ahead of 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 8:30:59 AM IST

Security forces have been deployed in and around Connaught Place to maintain law and order ahead of a 'Lehra Do Tiranga' protest called by CJP activist Abhijeet Dipke at Central Park on Friday. ... read..

Pawan Hans to expand helicopter services, explore seaplanes and eVTOLs: Civil Aviation Minister

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 7:00:55 AM IST

Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu has urged Pawan Hans to expand its helicopter operations, explore seaplane services and prepare for emerging technologies such as electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles as the government seeks ... read..

PAC flags SC scholarship delays of up to 89 months; six states' chief secretaries skip summons: Venugopal

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 6:30:47 AM IST

Congress general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal on Thursday said the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) had flagged delays of up to 89 months in scholarship payments to Scheduled Caste (SC) students, with some eligible beneficiaries receiving no payme ... read..

Every Indian should support Ramleela: BJP's Manoj Tiwari highlights its cultural significance

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 5:31:12 AM IST

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari on Thursday appealed to people to support Ramleela celebrations, saying they play an important role in preserving India's cultural heritage and promoting the values associated with Lord Ram. ... read..

Nitanshi Goel looks elegant as she turns into a showstopper for Suneet Varma at Lakme Fashion Week 2026

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 4:30:17 AM IST

Actress Nitanshi Goel, who shot to fame with the critically acclaimed film 'Laapataa Ladies', stole the spotlight on the second day of Lakme Fashion Week 2026 in New Delhi as she walked the ramp as the showstopper for ace designer Suneet Varma on Thursday ... read..

Lakme Fashion Week 2026: Ali Fazal honours Indian tradition as showstopper for designer Tarun Tahiliani

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 4:00:29 AM IST

Ace fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani presented his latest menswear collection under his brand Tasva at Lakme Fashion Week at the Taj Palace in New Delhi on Thursday, with Bollywood actor Ali Fazal walking the ramp as the show's showstopper. ... read..

Delhi: Traffic likely to be affected around Connaught Place on Friday ahead of CJP's proposed rally

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 3:00:45 AM IST

Traffic movement on certain roads in and around Connaught Place is likely to be affected from 3 pm on Friday in view of a proposed gathering at Central Park, Connaught Place, by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), the Delhi Traffic Police said in an advisor ... read..

"Creates a different environment...brings that light to us": Indian Asian Games 2026 heroes speak on meeting PM Modi

By Vipul Kashyap

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:30:55 AM IST

India's Asian Games athletes Lovlina Borgohain, archer Kumkum Mohod, weightlifter Mirabai Chanu and sailor Nethra Kumanan expressed happiness after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi following their performances at the continental multi-sport event. ... read..

NSUI workers detained during protest over alleged assault on activists

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:00:35 AM IST

Delhi Police detained National Students' Union of India (NSUI) workers who were staging a protest outside Parliament Street Police Station over the alleged assault on NSUI activists and the alleged failure to register an FIR in the matter. ... read..

USISPF chief Mukesh Aghi outlines what to expect from Rubios India visit

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:00:33 AM IST

US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) President and CEO Mukesh Aghi said US Secretary of State Marco Rubios upcoming visit to India is expected to focus on bilateral ties, geopolitical developments and the Quad, with discussions likely to cover W ... read..

Indian batter Punam Raut announces retirement from international cricket

New Delhi | October 16, 2026 2:00:31 AM IST

Indian cricketer Punam Raut brought the curtains down on her international career spanning over a decade on Thursday. ... read..

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