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ICICI Bank projects India's FY27 growth at 6.9% amid energy supply strain

India's economic growth for the 2027 fiscal year is expected to reach approximately 6.9 per cent, a decrease from the previous projection of 7.2 per cent, as energy supply disruptions begin to weigh on industrial production.... read..

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Sambhali Trust highlights equality and inclusion in India at UN Human Rights Council

At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Virendra Singh Chouhan, President of the Sambhali Trust, in his oral statement, drew attention to the global challenges of racism, discrimination, and intolerance while highlighting I... read..

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India's health insurance premiums cross Rs 1.2 lakh crore in 2024-25: Finance Ministry

India's health insurance sector continues to witness robust growth, growing at a rate of around 9 per cent, with total health insurance premiums volume exceeding Rs 1.2 lakh crore in 2024-25, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Finance.... read..

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Abu Dhabi: Indian Embassy to hold Open House for advices on labour issues, consular services

The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi will hold an open house in its premises on March 27 (Friday), an official statement said.... read..

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'No local indigenous Indian will vote for Congress': Assam CM ahead of assembly polls

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that the state has witnessed a complete turnaround under the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), asserting that no local "indigenous Indian" will vote for Congress in the single-phase assembly polls sch... read..

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Archana Sankaranarayanan launches Freediving Association of India; country accepted as AIDA International observer

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Modern Pythian Games make India proud at Bishkek as young artists shine at SCO Youth Delphic Games

India has made a proud mark on the international cultural stage as young Indian artists entered the final rounds of multiple categories at the 1st Youth Delphic Games for SCO Member Nations, currently being held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.... read..

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Gulveer Singh to lead Indian elite field at 18th edition of World 10K Bengaluru

National record holder in the 10,000 m and 5,000 m, Gulveer Singh, will lead the Indian elite field at the 18th edition of the World 10K Bengaluru, scheduled on April 26.... read..

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Mercosur steps up trade talks with United Arab Emirates and India

The Brazilian government, in coordination with Mercosur countries, has initiated new trade negotiations with key partners, including India and the United Arab Emirates, aiming to diversify export markets following progress on its agreement with the Europe... read..

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Emergency, Gujarat riots, 1993 Mumbai and Kolkata blasts: BJP recalls India's dark days under Congress rule

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) shared a series of posts on social media recalling key historical events, strongly criticising past Congress governments while framing them as lessons for India's democracy.... read..

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India Climate Samman 2026 Honours Climate Leaders and Changemakers

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Endgame for Nirav Modi, UK High Court rejects bid to re-open extradition appeal to India

In a significant development in the high-profile extradition case of fugitive economic offender, diamond merchant Nirav Modi, the London High Court has refused to reopen proceedings against his extradition order, in connection with the over Rs 13,800 cror... read..

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No doubt that I have to come back to Indian team: Prithvi Shaw ahead of IPL

Mumbai batter Prithvi Shaw has expressed his desire to make a comeback to the Indian men's national team as he prepares for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season with Delhi Capitals (DC).... read..

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A Ceremony of Firsts: India's Deakin GIFT City Celebrates Inaugural Graduation Ceremony

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Indian Data Centre capacity set to reach 4 GW by FY30 with Rs 1.5 lakh crore investment: Report

Indian data centre capacity is expected to increase to approximately 4 GW by FY30, supported by a significant underlying investment potential of Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next five-year period.... read..

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SHARP Strengthens Footprint in India with Strategic Local Manufacturing Tie-Up

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Reducing import dependence through refining and recycling the way to navigate India Gold sector: Report

India's gold sector is currently undergoing a structural transformation as the industry navigates a shift from consumption-led to investment-led demand. According to a joint report by ICRA and ASSOCHAM, India remains heavily dependent on imports due to ne... read..

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'Dhurandhar 2' a reflection of "New India": Kangana Ranaut at IFFD 2026

At the opening of the International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026, actor Kangana Ranaut spotlighted films like 'Dhurandhar 2', describing them as emblematic of a "new India" rooted in culture, patriotism and modern aspirations.... read..

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Anmol Ekka, Sakshi Rana react to nominations for Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025

Ahead of the eighth edition of the Hockey India Annual Awards, which is scheduled to be held on 27 March in New Delhi, promising Indian hockey talents Anmol Ekka and Sakshi Rana expressed their pride and excitement after being nominated for prestigious un... read..

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Ukraine accuses Russia of 'disinformation operation' in India over detention of Ukrainian citizens

The Ukrainian Embassy in New Delhi on Thursday accused Russia of attempting to manipulate information and interfere in India's internal processes, alleging that Moscow had circulated fabricated claims regarding the detention of Ukrainian citizens in India... read..

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India records highest surge in QS Subject Rankings 2026

QS Quacquarelli Symonds, the global experts on higher education intelligence, has published the 16th annual edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject.... read..

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Hormuz route opened for India: Iran FM Araghchi

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday said that they have permitted the passage of vessels for friendly countries, including India, through the Strait of Hormuz.... read..

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NIA gets 11 days custody of 2 Bangladeshi Nationals accused in Hadi's killing, entered India illegally

A Delhi Court has remanded two Bangladeshi nationals to 11 days of NIA custody. They were arrested by the NIA from West Bengal on Monday and brought to New Delhi on a transit remand. They were produced before the Special NIA judge at New Delhi on Tuesday.... read..

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"Trump wants to keep India in the loop": Ex-Diplomat Gurjit Singh

Former diplomat Gurjit Singh said that the fact that US President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi means that he wants to keep India in the loop.... read..

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Uniting Voices Chicago's Voice Of Chicago Ensemble To Tour India, Sharing Music And Creating Global Leaders

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GAIL (India) Limited to acquire 49% stake in Leafiniti Bioenergy Private Limited

GAIL (India) Limited has announced an investment of Rs 130 million to acquire a 49 per cent equity stake in Leafiniti Bioenergy Private Limited, a subsidiary of TruAlt Bioenergy Limited, according to a statement released by GAIL (India).... read..

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India, Serbia hold 9th Round of Foreign Office Consultations

India and Serbia held the 9th Round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in Belgrade, Serbia, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday.... read..

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India clinch double bronzes at Asia Cup 2026 Stage I archery in Bangkok

India secured a pair of bronze medals at the Asia Cup Stage I archery tournament in Bangkok on Wednesday, with the women's recurve team and the men's compound team finishing on the podium after strong performances.... read..

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Vinfast India Marks 50th Showroom with New Flagship 3S Facility in Bengaluru

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How Canada, UK and Australia's New Visa Rules Are Changing the Game for Indian Students in 2026

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DPIIT signs MoU with KRAFTON India to support startups in gaming, digital entertainment sectors

In a significant step towards strengthening India's startup and innovation ecosystem, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a digital ent... read..

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India, UK discuss enhancing defence cooperation and interoperability: Indian Navy

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi interacted with the UK's Chief of the Air Staff of the Royal Air Force, Harv Smyth, to discuss ways to advance defence cooperation between India and the United Kingdom, the Indian Navy said.... read..

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Kuku announces first film 'Indian Institute of Zombies', release date out

Digital entertainment company Kuku, known for platforms including Kuku FM and Kuku TV, has announced its entry into film production with its first Hindi feature film, titled 'Indian Institute of Zombies (IIZ).'... read..

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"Shows US wants to keep India in loop on W Asia crisis": Former diplomat Gurjit Singh on Trump's call to PM Modi

Former Indian diplomat Gurjit Sigh on Wednesday said the phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump following the outbreak of the Iran war signals Washington's intent to keep India closely consulted on developments in We... read..

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India aims for self-reliance in rare earth sector to play a leading role in the global arena: Union MoS Jitendra Singh

Union MoS Science and Technology Jitendra Singh told the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that India is aggressively pursuing self-reliance in the exploration and production of rare earth materials to secure its transition toward green energy.... read..

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LPG shortage hits Indian AC industry as production costs surge: Nuvama report

Indian air conditioner manufacturers face a significant production hurdle as a tightening supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) disrupts key manufacturing processes across the country.... read..

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Oil Marketing Companies affirm steady fuel supply across India, dismiss shortage rumours

Leading Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) clarified on Wednesday that there is no shortage of petrol, diesel, or LPG across the country, dismissing recent rumours of scarcity as "completely unfounded."... read..

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STL redefines Optical Connectivity with India's first Hollow Core Fibre cable for Data Centre networks

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Khadi Mauri Shines as Gold Sponsor at "What India Thinks Today" Conclave in New Delhi

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Union Minister, Chirag Paswan Calls for Technological Revolution in Food Processing at the 33rd Convergence India Expo 2026

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"Clears lot of doubts about myself": Prince Deep Singh on double nomination at Hockey India Annual Awards 2025

For a player who is yet to make his senior international debut, Prince Deep Singh's rise has been anything but ordinary.... read..

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The Growing Shift to Cordless Power Tools: A New Era for Indian Homes and Industries

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Saina Nehwal Honours Akshay Kumar P of AKSHU INFRA LLP for Innovation in Sustainable Construction at South India Awards 2026

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Mission ShakthiSAT mascot unveiled: India leads global call for inclusive space collaboration

In a powerful celebration of science, diplomacy, and women-led innovation, the mascot of Mission ShakthiSAT was unveiled at the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry Women Empowerment (BRICS CCI WE) Summit 2026 in New Delhi.... read..

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India workforce growth projected at 4.7% for HY1 FY26-27: Report

India's employment landscape is set for a steady expansion, with a projected 4.7 per cent workforce growth for HY1 FY2026-27, driven by e-commerce and tech startups, healthcare and pharma, and manufacturing.... read..

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Manifestation, keeping things simple: SRH's skipper Ishan Kishan speaks on India comeback, getting franchise's leadership

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) stand-in captain Ishan Kishan spoke on getting the leadership role within the franchise and on how the power of manifestation helped him earn his way back into the Indian te... read..

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"We will always appreciate India's support during the 1971 Liberation War," says Bangladesh State Minister Ishraque Hossain

Bangladesh's State Minister for Liberation War Affairs, Ishraque Hossain, on Wednesday, expressed gratitude to India for its support during the 1971 Liberation War against Pakistan, saying the assistance helped the country achieve victory and save countle... read..

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"Proud moment for India, Odisha": World Athletics VP on country hosting Indoor Athletics C'ships in 2028

Adille J Sumariwalla, the vice-president of World Athletics, expressed pride in India getting to host the World Athletics Indoor Championships in 2028, saying that it is a matter of pride for the country and will benefit athletes and coaches who will get ... read..

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India House Submits Report to MoHFW, NCAHP on Enabling Implementation of Allied & Healthcare Reforms

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Bob Odenkirk's 'Normal' to release in India on April 17

The upcoming action drama 'Normal,' starring Bob Odenkirk, is set to release in cinemas across India on April 17, 2026.... read..

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From Trading to Mining: How Bharat Miners Is Powering India's Shift Toward Hardware-Based Crypto Participation

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