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Kovind book launch: Modi tells youth to read autobiographies, not reels

At Kovind's autobiography launch, Modi urged young people to learn from inspiring lives and warned that shortcuts in the social media age can lead them astray.

Amit Shah says ready to answer all questions during debate, Oppn unmoved

The fast-paced developments - which finally ended with the House being adjourned for the day - kicked off with Shah first daring the opposition to submit a formal letter to LS Speaker for a debate

Indel Money to raise up to ₹500 crore through public issue of NCDs

Indel Money, a non-deposit taking non-banking finance company, on Wednesday said it proposes to raise up to Rs 500 crore through public issue of NCDs of face value of Rs 1,000 each.

UP govt's anti-land mafia drive frees 2.08 lakh acres from encroachment

The Uttar Pradesh government said the recovered land bank could be used for industries, manufacturing units, logistics parks, universities and medical colleges.

Grasim Q1 results: Profit jumps 39% to ₹3,846 cr, operating revenue up 21%

Grasim Industries Ltd on Wednesday reported 38.8 per cent rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 3,846.28 crore for June quarter FY27 driven by stronger operating performance across businesses.

Pakistan minister meets Iran leaders to revive stalled US-Iran peace talks

An interim agreement, which Pakistan had signed as a guarantor, derailed last month as tensions escalated in West Asia with the US and Iran resuming military strikes

DDA pushes back 2041 deadline, approves Master Plan Delhi 2047

Delhi LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Wednesday approved the 'Delhi Master Plan 2047' aimed at a planned growth of the city, officials said.

Horizon Industrial Parks' ₹2,600 cr IPO to open Aug 17 at ₹57-60 price band

Blackstone-backed Horizon Industrial Parks Ltd will open its Rs 2,600 crore Initial Public Offering (IPO) for subscription on August 17, with the price band fixed at Rs 57-60 per share.

Charges against Justice Varma 'proved': LS probe panel on cash discovery

A parliamentary probe has found all three charges against Justice Yashwant Varma proved, citing unexplained cash, disturbed evidence and an evasive explanation

Institutionalising behavioural econ norms can reshape governance: NITI VC

Institutionalising the principle of behavioural economics can make governance more citizen-centric, outcome-oriented and fiscally efficient, Niti Aayog Vice Chairperson Ashok Lahiri said at an event.

Adversity reinforced faith in rule of law: Adani after US case dismissal

Adani reflected on Hindenburg Research allegations and the subsequent US Justice Dept case, days after a federal judge in New York dismissed the criminal charges against him and his nephew Sagar Adani

Temporary hiring likely to rise 15-20% this festive season: Report

Hiring across organised retail, e-commerce, quick commerce, logistics, FMCG and consumer durables is expected to grow this festive season

Neet paper leak case: Delhi court takes cognisance of CBI chargesheet

Special Judge Ajay Gupta took cognisance of the agency's final report against 13 accused

Lok Sabha sends FCRA amendment Bill to 31-member JPC amid Oppn protests

The committee has been asked to submit its report to the Lok Sabha by the last day of the first week of the Winter Session of Parliament in 2026

Shah says ready to discuss all Neet-related issues; dares Oppn for debate

Speaking to reporters in the Parliament House complex, he said it was now up to the opposition whether they want to take part in the debate or to create turmoil in Parliament

Over 36,000 firms shut ops in Maharashtra in 5 yrs, Oppn slams govt

The information was shared in the Lok Sabha by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs on August 10, in response to a question asked by Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Rajabhau Waje

Central Bank of India mobilises $250 million under FCNR (B) window: CEO

Central Bank of India has surpassed the $100 million target set for July, garnering $250 million

Exports up about 15% in Apr-Jul despite global uncertainties: Piyush Goyal

The final exports and import numbers for July will be released on August 13

SBI uses AI to underwrite nearly ₹1 trillion in MSME loans in FY26

SBI is also using AI-based early warning signals to identify vulnerable exposures before delinquencies emerge, by analysing sector-specific, market and other publicly available information

Govt redefines Ganga floodplain, drops 'construction-free zone' provision

The Jal Shakti Ministry, through a notification issued on August 7 and published in the Gazette on August 10, has amended the River Ganga Authorities Order, 2016