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UP tops 'Deregulation 1.0' rankings for investment-friendly states

As per the state-wise ranking under the 'Deregulation 1.0' report of the central government, the state has been ranked first, a statement issued said

Indore water contamination: 38 new cases, 15 in ICU, death toll at 7

Indore Divisional Commissioner Sudam Khade told PTI over the phone that seven deaths have been reported so far as per the health department

Jitendra Singh inaugurates lab to certify air pollution monitoring tools

Union Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh on Monday inaugurated a laboratory to test and calibrate equipment to monitor air pollution, one of the very few such facilities in the world.

Tata group's Trent Q3 standalone revenue increases 17% to ₹5,220 crore

The company had clocked standalone revenue of Rs 4,466 crore in the corresponding period last fiscal, Trent Ltd said in a regulatory filing

Delhi air quality improves slightly, AQI returns to 'poor' category

The AQI stood at 256 during the morning hours, with air quality recorded as poor' at 24 stations and very poor' at six stations

SC asks Uttarakhand govt to disclose illegal constructions on forest land

The CJI said that the state authorities have been persistently and consistently negligent in the case and "it appears to be a case of collusion and connivance with the land grabbers"

Pak, Afghan agree to establish joint committee to reopen border

The border has been shut since October last year after the two sides clashed over the issue of militancy emanating from Afghanistan

MGIRI's solar-powered chargers used by armed forces in Op Sindoor: Minister

The project aims to ensure emotional and social connectivity between the public and these heritage sites, transforming them into vibrant cultural and educational spaces

Crude oil prices may fall to $50/barrel by June 2026, says SBI report

According to the SBI Research report, the deceleration of prices is likely to be faster, and this could average CPI inflation for FY27 decisively below 3.4 per cent

NCCCL bags ₹112.5 crore construction contract from Lodha Developers

Construction at the Alibaug site is expected to commence around mid-January 2026, with an estimated execution period of approximately 24 months

Hindu Kush Himalayas face $12 trillion climate finance gap by 2050: Report

The report estimates the HKH region requires approximately $12.065 trillion from 2020 to 2050 for climate mitigation and adaptation, amounting to an annual average of $768.68 billion

Highway sector at crossroads as low central awards boost state role: Ind-Ra

The rating agency further said that although state awards have come to the rescue, the sector is likely to witness subdued revenue and margins

COAI raises red flags over Prasar Bharati's direct-to-mobile tech test

The direct-to-mobile broadcast service technology, if successful, will enable direct transmission of live TV channels on mobile phones without cellular connectivity

Trai slaps ₹150 crore penalty on telcos for failing to curb spam calls

The ₹150 crore penalty imposed for three years beginning 2020, however, has been challenged by telecom operators

India launches new e-Business visa to ease travel for Chinese nationals

The new visa is introduced in view of the growing demand for business visas to travel to India. It will be issued in about 45 to 50 days, with permission to stay in India for up to six months

UP govt grants 3-year one-time age relaxation for 32,679 police posts

The decision has been taken under the provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Public Services (Relaxation of Age Limit for Recruitment) Rules, 1992

Tata Group begins search for new chiefs at Air India, Air India Express

Meanwhile, the Group is also looking to appoint a new Managing Director for its low-cost subsidiary Air India Express. Aloke Singh, will also be completing his tenure in the current position in 2027

Supreme Court asks Centre to consider revising EPF wage ceiling of ₹15,000

The petitioner has submitted that those employees who earn more than the wage ceiling are excluded from availing the EPFO scheme

Arunachal records 36% GST growth in April-Dec FY26, ₹1,519 cr collected

The measures are expected to support continued economic growth and ensure inclusive and long-term development across Arunachal Pradesh

Indian envoy urged Trump to relieve tariffs on oil imports: US Senator

Graham, accompanying Trump on Air Force One Sunday, spoke about his tariff bill that seeks to impose 500 per cent levies on imports from countries buying Russian oil