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Anjaly Raj

Anjaly Raj

Anjaly Raj

Anjaly Raj, an alumna of the Asian College of Journalism, believes words have the ultimate power. Her interests vary from politics and international relations to the startup and tech stories brewing in India. In her free time, Anjaly likes to read books, try new recipes, catch up with friends and on her sleep.

Anjaly Raj, an alumna of the Asian College of Journalism, believes words have the ultimate power. Her interests vary from politics and international relations to the startup and tech stories brewing in India. In her free time, Anjaly likes to read books, try new recipes, catch up with friends and on her sleep.

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US to give $300 bn to Iran: Does Trump's deal mirror Obama's nuclear pact?

According to the memorandum, the US, with its regional partners, will provide at least $300 billion in reconstruction funds to Iran "for the rehabilitation and economic development."

US to give $300 bn to Iran: Does Trump's deal mirror Obama's nuclear pact?
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 12:12 PM IST

Pizza Hut sold to LongRange Capital and Yum China for $2.7 billion

LongRange Capital will acquire Pizza Hut's operations outside mainland China for roughly $1.5 billion. Yum China will acquire the remaining franchise rights for about $1.2 billion

Pizza Hut sold to LongRange Capital and Yum China for $2.7 billion
Updated On : 17 Jun 2026 | 9:53 AM IST

Can Assembly elections be advanced? The legal route behind early polls

Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Goa and Manipur are scheduled to hold Assembly elections in 2027, but the BJP has reportedly asked its state units to prepare for the possibility of early polls

Can Assembly elections be advanced? The legal route behind early polls
Updated On : 16 Jun 2026 | 1:15 PM IST

FSSAI rules: What food companies can and cannot put on labels, packaging

The FSSAI on Sunday issued notices to several brands, including Plan B Plant Based Vegan, The Health Factory, and Neuherbs True Vitamin, among others, in violation of the Food Safety and Standards Act

FSSAI rules: What food companies can and cannot put on labels, packaging
Updated On : 15 Jun 2026 | 4:13 PM IST

US, Iran head to Switzerland for peace deal: Here's what world can expect

After more than three months of conflict, the US and Iran have agreed to a peace framework that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restarting nuclear negotiations

US, Iran head to Switzerland for peace deal: Here's what world can expect
Updated On : 15 Jun 2026 | 12:52 PM IST

From 5 children in 1971 to 2 today: How India's fertility rate transformed

According to NFHS-5, India's fertility rate dropped below the replacement threshold of 2.1 during 2019-21 and has remained there since

From 5 children in 1971 to 2 today: How India's fertility rate transformed
Updated On : 15 Jun 2026 | 10:00 AM IST

Jaspal Rana death: Why heart attack patients remain vulnerable post surgery

Jaspal Rana's death highlights the elevated risk faced by heart attack patients in the weeks following angioplasty, particularly those who seek medical attention late

Jaspal Rana death: Why heart attack patients remain vulnerable post surgery
Updated On : 12 Jun 2026 | 4:28 PM IST

AI will not make GBS firms obsolete, but more important: BCG report

Global Business Services will evolve from service-delivery centres into enterprise AI orchestration hubs, the report said

AI will not make GBS firms obsolete, but more important: BCG report
Updated On : 12 Jun 2026 | 1:45 PM IST

India's highly decorated shooter and coach Jaspal Rana dies aged 49

Rana, who rose to prominence with Asian Games gold at 18, helped establish India as a global force in shooting both as an athlete and a coach.

India's highly decorated shooter and coach Jaspal Rana dies aged 49
Updated On : 12 Jun 2026 | 11:07 AM IST

Govt launches Vinimay to streamline cargo movement: All you need to know

The platform aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and will strengthen trade facilitation, connectivity and national security, Amit Shah said during Vinimay's launch

Govt launches Vinimay to streamline cargo movement: All you need to know
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 11:23 AM IST

India 5th largest military spender in 2025, deployed 12 warheads: Sipri

Sipri also stated that India was the world's second-largest arms importer from 2021 to 2025, accounting for 8.2 per cent of global imports.

India 5th largest military spender in 2025, deployed 12 warheads: Sipri
Updated On : 09 Jun 2026 | 5:27 PM IST

Trump says Iran peace deal '2-3 days away' amid friction with Netanyahu

Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran were in their 'final throes', even as differences with Netanyahu surfaced over Israel's military actions in Lebanon

Trump says Iran peace deal '2-3 days away' amid friction with Netanyahu
Updated On : 09 Jun 2026 | 11:57 AM IST

ED summoned Zepto founders in April under Fema ahead of IPO, UDRHP reveals

The UDRHP revealed ED asked Zepto's founders to provide information related to foreign and overseas investments, audited financial statements since FY21, shareholding patterns, loans and guarantees.

ED summoned Zepto founders in April under Fema ahead of IPO, UDRHP reveals
Updated On : 09 Jun 2026 | 10:48 AM IST

Can Vietnam's Green SM make India's all-electric cab model work?

Vietnam-based mobility company Green SM on Friday launched its electric taxi service, Green SM Limo, in Delhi-NCR, marking Vingroup's entry into India

Can Vietnam's Green SM make India's all-electric cab model work?
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 2:54 PM IST

Govt exempts foreign investors from tax on G-Secs: Why does this matter?

The move comes amid sustained pressure on the rupee and persistent foreign portfolio outflows, with the exemption set to apply to income earned on or after April 1, 2026

Govt exempts foreign investors from tax on G-Secs: Why does this matter?
Updated On : 05 Jun 2026 | 12:46 PM IST

Maruti Suzuki showcases Wagon R flex fuel as India expands E85 plans

The Wagon R flex fuel can run on ethanol blends up to E85 and is technically compatible with fuel blends ranging from E20 to E100

Maruti Suzuki showcases Wagon R flex fuel as India expands E85 plans
Updated On : 05 Jun 2026 | 9:57 AM IST

AI data centres may use power equal to 1.3 bn people by 2030: UN report

A UN report warned that global data centres could consume 945 TWh of electricity by 2030, nearly triple the combined annual electricity use of Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nigeria

AI data centres may use power equal to 1.3 bn people by 2030: UN report
Updated On : 04 Jun 2026 | 11:20 AM IST

Govt clears ₹9,585 crore scheme to replace old trucks, buses in Delhi-NCR

The scheme will be implemented through the NCRPB, and will seek to incentivise owners of BS-IV and older commercial vehicles to shift to cleaner BS-VI-compliant or electric vehicles

Govt clears ₹9,585 crore scheme to replace old trucks, buses in Delhi-NCR
Updated On : 03 Jun 2026 | 4:17 PM IST

India's solar boom eases daytime demand, but night shortages persist

India's grid is increasingly managing daytime demand through solar power, but evening shortages show why storage and flexibility are now critical

India's solar boom eases daytime demand, but night shortages persist
Updated On : 03 Jun 2026 | 2:39 PM IST

What is Anthropic's Mythos AI model and why India's inclusion matters?

Through its Project Glasswing initiative, Anthropic will expand access to its Mythos AI model to 150 organisations across more than 15 countries, including India

What is Anthropic's Mythos AI model and why India's inclusion matters?
Updated On : 03 Jun 2026 | 12:24 PM IST