In just three days, Defence Research and Development Organisation validated three major missile breakthroughs — the indigenous TARA glide weapon, an advanced MIRV-capable Agni missile

Even as the Nifty50 struggles in 2026 amid geopolitical tensions, rising crude oil prices, and foreign investor outflows, India’s midcap and smallcap stocks are racing ahead.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to revisit work-from-home amid rising oil prices and the West Asia crisis may sound temporary.

Royal Enfield has emerged as the world's third strongest automotive brand in the latest Brand Finance Automotive Industry 2026 report, placing the Indian motorcycle maker ahead of global giants.

India’s primary market could be headed for another blockbuster phase. From the National Stock Exchange and Reliance Jio to Zepto and Flipkart, several high-profile companies are preparing for public l

IMD says 2026 monsoon likely to reach parts of south Bay of Bengal, Andaman Sea and Andaman & Nicobar Islands by the weekend

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Defence Secretary sets targets of Rs 8.8 trillion in defence production and Rs 2.8 trillion in arms exports by 2047; calls on industry to deliver on time and collaborate more closely

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A successful meeting between the two leaders on May 14-15 may provide an extra boost for Chinese equities, which have lagged their Asian peers

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IMD forecasts heatwave conditions in Rajasthan, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, while heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely across south and northeast India

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Precision-guided missiles matter more than ever

The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, jointly developed by the DRDO and Russia’s NPOM, is the world’s fastest precision-guided weapon

The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, jointly developed by the DRDO and Russia's NPOM, is the world's fastest precision-guided weapon

Fears over the expiry of a US sanctions waiver pushed India's Russian oil imports to record highs as refiners raced to secure supplies

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'Delay' in inviting Vijay to form govt in Tamil Nadu reignites debate, Bhavini Mishra explains

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PM said that patriotism is not only about sacrificing one's life for the nation, but also about living responsibly and fulfilling duties towards the country during difficult times

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Kuwait accused Iran of launching a failed attack earlier this month on an island where China is helping build a port in the Middle East nation.
The accusation brought Tuesday came just before US President Donald Trump departed for Beijing where he'll meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a high-stakes visit over the war and other issues.
Trump said he would have a "long talk" about Iran with Xi but said trade would be a bigger focus. As he left for the summit, Trump again threatened Iran if its leaders don't reach an agreement on its nuclear program.
"We have Iran very much under control," Trump said. "We're either going to make a deal or they're going to be decimated. One way or the other, we win."
Iran didn't immediately acknowledge the allegation by Kuwait, which came under attack by Iran in the war and during the shaky ceasefire still holding. But that allegation and ongoing attacks throughout the region have threatened to reignite open warfare.
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Ships and boats in the Strait of Hormuz, off Musandam in Oman on Wednesday (Photo: Reuters)

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From Modi's austerity appeal and India's learning crisis to geopolitical trade shifts, AI accountability and public health reforms - here are today's key Opinion takeaways

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People-to-people contact is key to breaking the deadlock with Pakistan and there should always be a window for dialogue, top RSS functionary Dattatreya Hosabale said on Tuesday.
In an interview with PTI Videos, Hosabale said Pakistan's military and political leadership have lost India's confidence and it is time for civil society to lead the way.
"The security and self-respect of a country have to be protected and the government of the day should take care of it. But at the same time, we need not close the doors. We should always be ready to engage them in a dialogue," he said.
The RSS general secretary termed people-to-people contact the key in breaking the deadlock between the two countries and said that it "should be tried more and more now".
While the government has been silent on track-two diplomacy, several intellectuals, including opposition leaders, have long advocated civil society engagement.
"This is the one hope I think, because I believe strongly that ultimately the c

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