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Isro all set to launch latest NavIC constellation satellite on Friday

ISRO is set to launch NVS-03 aboard GSLV-F18 on Friday to strengthen India's NavIC constellation, which currently has only three operational satellites for navigation services

Odisha plans integrated rare-earth corridor to boost mineral processing

The proposed Gopalpur cluster will integrate mineral extraction, processing and permanent-magnet manufacturing to strengthen Odisha's critical mineral value chain

Reassessment invalid if income tax dept fails to issue mandatory notice: SC

The Supreme Court ruled that failure to issue a mandatory notice under Section 143(2) invalidates income tax reassessment proceedings, even if taxpayers participate in them

El Niño to intensify: Can Indian Ocean Dipole offset its impact in India?

A stronger El Niño could worsen dry conditions across northern India, while a positive Indian Ocean Dipole and cyclonic activity may offer limited rainfall relief to the southern peninsula

NCLT completely hijacked by Ministry of Corporate Affairs: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court raised concerns over MCA interference in NCLT administration, flagging staff shortages, poor infrastructure and outsourcing of recruitment to private firms

SC questions Centre over fuel supply for vehicles running on 100% ethanol

The Supreme Court asked the Centre how it would ensure adequate ethanol supplies for E100 vehicles, while stressing the need to consider farmers' interests and environmental concerns.

Jupiter Wagons bags ₹1,140 crore Indian Railways order for 2,583 wagons

Jupiter Wagons secures a ₹1,140 crore contract from the Ministry of Railways to supply 2,583 wagons and expects fresh orders worth around ₹2,000 crore in the fourth quarter of FY27.

SC asks RBI to make banks compensate victims of digital arrest, cyber fraud

Supreme Court says RBI's proposed rules must hold banks liable for customer losses caused by inadequate safeguards, with compensation no lower than the amount lost to fraud

US trade deal to give India strong comparative advantage, says Piyush Goyal

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal says the proposed India-US trade agreement will protect farmers and other sensitive interests while strengthening India's position in global trade

India well placed to benefit from global supply chain shifts: EAC-PM chief

EAC-PM chairman S Mahendra Dev says India can gain from global supply chain shifts, but high business costs, land constraints and a shortage of mid-sized firms pose challenges

Amid Gulf tensions, India's IG Defence partners with Oman's MSA Global

The partnership aims to co-develop and localise indigenous defence systems in Oman, including unmanned aerial platforms, counter-drone technologies and micro-missile systems

Rajasthan records rainfall deficit of over 20%, worst in 16 years

Over 20% rainfall shortfall triggers drought-like conditions, threatens Kharif output and raises concerns over rural demand

Rahul Gandhi backs IDBI Bank staff, questions Fairfax privatisation

In a letter to IDBI Bank employees, Rahul Gandhi questioned the government's decision to sell a majority stake to Fairfax, citing concerns over reservations, service conditions and public ownership

87% people in Delhi-NCR want other pollution sources tackled first: Survey

Delhi will bar non-BS-VI petrol and diesel vehicles registered outside the capital from Nov 1 to Jan 31, 2027, affecting vehicles from Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad

Sunil Bharti Mittal awarded France's Legion of Honour for business ties

France's highest civilian distinction acknowledges the Bharti Enterprises chairman's longstanding role in expanding business cooperation and strategic engagement between the two countries

PM-Kisan 24th instalment: PM Modi to release ₹18,680 crore on October 30

Under the PM-KISAN scheme, PM Narendra Modi will release over ₹18,680 crore to more than 9.34 crore farmer families. Beneficiaries can check their e-KYC and bank details afterwards

Congress rally at Ramlila Maidan on Nov 1: What conditions have police set?

The police have cleared the INDIA bloc's November 1 rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan subject to conditions on CCTV, speeches, parking and crowd management

SC disposes of Mahua Moitra's plea on disclosure of AIF, FPI owners

The bench initially questioned Moitra for filing such a petition, saying she could have raised the issue in Parliament and sought a discussion on it

Cyclone Arnab: Andhra CM orders fast-track relief, early compensation

Naidu directed officials to expedite damage assessments and provide compensation to affected people, excluding crop losses, as a government order on compensation had already been issued

Neet paper leak case: Delhi court reserves order on framing charges

Special Judge Ajay Gupta said the order would be pronounced on November 18