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Human cost of war: Russia-Ukraine conflict leaves 1 million dead or wounded

A report by The Wall Street Journal claimed that in addition to military casualties, Ukraine's birthrate has plummeted to record lows by a three-to-one margin

New India Post scam targets citizens; what is it and how to be safe?

Victims first receive an SMS, supposedly from India Post, about undeliverable parcels due to incorrect addresses, with a link to update details. Soon after, a scammer calls, urging quick action

100 Days of Modi 3.0: What were the key policies and criticisms? Details

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has made some significant progress in terms of farmer welfare, healthcare and governance (Bharatiya Nyay Samhita), attracting some criticisms as well

27 Supreme Court judges declare assets, but no public access to details yet

Until a few months ago, asset declarations of 55 former Supreme Court judges were publicly available, however, these declarations have since been removed from the public domain

Flexible work guidelines for women in the works as govt targets higher LFPR

This framework may not be legally binding but could serve as a guideline for states and companies to adopt, with a report anticipated by the end of this year

J-K polls: BJP will grant statehood to J&K if voted to power, says PM Modi

J-K Assembly polls: During an election rally in Doda, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will grant full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir if the party comes to power

UP liquor shops near Haryana border to be shut ahead of polls. Top updates

Haryana Assembly elections: Liquor stores in Uttar Pradesh districts within 3 km of the Haryana border will be shut 48 hours before voting on October 5

Internet in space: Polaris Dawn tests Starlink's laser-powered project

Four astronauts aboard the Polaris Dawn mission successfully tested laser-powered internet in space by sharing photographs of the mission

Bangladesh crisis: Hindus protest over demand for new minority law, justice

Hindu protesters in Dhaka and Chattogram carried signs demanding swift justice through a fast-track tribunal for those responsible for the attacks on the community

PM Modi to visit Jharkhand, Gujarat & Odisha for key development projects

In Jharkhand, PM Modi will flag off Tatanagar-Patna Vande Bharat train; in Gujarat, he will inaugurate Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project; and in Odisha, he will lay foundation stone for various projects

IMD issues 'red' alert for West Bengal and Odisha, 'orange' alert for Delhi

IMD update: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in West Bengal, Odisha, Himachal Pradesh; Delhi witnesses record AQI of 52

Micro SUVs gain ground in India, with sales soaring 72% in early FY24

Hyundai Exter and Tata Punch, priced under Rs 10 lakh, saw a 72 per cent sales jump in the first four months of FY24, far outpacing the 1.8 per cent growth in overall domestic passenger vehicle sales

J&K polls: PDP can counter BJP's threat to state's identity, says Mufti

Jammu and Kashmir is set to hold its first assembly elections in ten years, with voting scheduled in three phases across 90 constituencies on September 18, 25, and October 1

Don't be a 'caged parrot': SC tells CBI on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest

While granting bail to jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Supreme Court chastised the CBI for being a 'caged parrot', said perception should be that of an uncaged parrot

India's renewable energy sector fuels hiring boom in race to net-zero goal

The renewable energy sector has experienced a remarkable surge in jobs, with a staggering 23.7 per cent increase in FY24, compared to 8.5 per cent in FY23

Crude oil prices drop by 21% since March, but fuel costs continue to sting

With inflation easing and elections around the corner, speculation is growing that petrol could become cheaper by Rs 10 per litre and diesel by Rs 6-8 per litre

Foxconn-HCL joint venture secures land for semiconductor plant in Noida

The proposed project could be a significant milestone for the state, as it would be the first OSAT unit to be established in Uttar Pradesh, pending approval from the central government

Over 30,000 TCS workers affected by TDS errors; Tax dept sends notices

The problem is reportedly believed to have stemmed from a software error that resulted in TDS claims not being properly updated on the income-tax portal

Adani rejects Hindenburg claims of $310 million fund freeze in Swiss banks

The Adani Group reiterated that its overseas holding structure is transparent, fully disclosed, and adheres to all applicable laws

Stashfin parent AKARA Capital lists first Rs 10,000 face value NCDs on BSE

This follows a July 2024 Sebi amendment lowering the minimum face value of debt securities from Rs 1,00,000 to Rs 10,000, expanding retail investment opportunities