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Magnitude 6.0 quake rocks Anchorage area of Alaska, largest since 2021
Alaska is the most earthquake-prone state in the US and one of the most seismically active regions in the world, according to the USGS
 "Magnitude 6.0 quake rocks Anchorage area of Alaska, largest since 2021")
Ahmedabad-bound Air India flight returns to Delhi after false smoke alert
The Delhi-Ahmedabad flight AI2939, operated with an Airbus A320 aircraft, had around 170 people onboard
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India's Q2 GDP growth likely stayed firm on strong domestic demand
Gross domestic product is expected to have grown 7.3 per cent in July-September from a year earlier, down from 7.8 per cent in the prior quarter
 "India's Q2 GDP growth likely stayed firm on strong domestic demand")
Prez Murmu commends Army's role in national security at defence dialogue
President of India Droupadi Murmu graced the inaugural session, with Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, delivering the keynote address
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Best of BS Opinion: Who ends the awkward silence after an argument?
Here are the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today
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Rules for four new Codes to be in place before April 1: Labour secy
Gurnani said that the labour ministry will republish the draft rules soon and give 45 days' time for public consultation
 "Rules for four new Codes to be in place before April 1: Labour secy")
Offline, ecom, qcom platforms see surge in N95 mask, air-purifier sales
Toxic air levels across northern India pushing consumers to stock up on these items
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Time meets torque: When the worlds of watches and motoring converge
From hand-assembled engines to meticulously crafted movements, the worlds of motoring and horology merge through collaborations that celebrate precision, heritage and mechanical artistry
 "Time meets torque: When the worlds of watches and motoring converge")
The white-glove way: A world where a car means your wish is my command
From school admissions to red-carpet galas, automakers are redefining luxury with concierge care that transforms ownership into an all-access lifestyle
 "The white-glove way: A world where a car means your wish is my command")
Himalayan peaks to Icelandic adventures: Journeys for long-drive lovers
From coastal breezes to volcanic horizons, these unforgettable routes promise pure driving bliss for travellers who find freedom behind the wheel
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Power projects should be granted connectivity on basis of PPAs: CERC
A staff paper suggests shifting from LoA-based approvals to PPA-linked or auctioned connectivity to ensure timely project execution and better use of grid assets
 "Power projects should be granted connectivity on basis of PPAs: CERC")
What lies ahead: The most anticipated luxury car and bike launches
India's luxury auto scene is shifting into high gear, with superbikes, EVs, and reimagined icons set to redefine performance and design. The season ahead promises pure velocity wrapped in luxury
 "What lies ahead: The most anticipated luxury car and bike launches")
The next turn: How taxes and trade deals are reshaping luxury car prices
GST 2.0, which levies a flat 40 per cent tax on luxury vehicles, has spurred renewed enthusiasm. Prices have fallen by 6-8 per cent
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'Zombie firms' reflect inefficient insolvency resolution, says IMF report
'IBC Amendment Bill does not provide for the participation of operational creditors'
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For life on the move: Bespoke accessories to elevate your car and bike
From pet ramps to leather jackets and Italian carry-ons, these bespoke car and bike accessories blend performance, elegance, and everyday utility-perfect for travellers who live life in motion
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Want labour machinery to focus on defaulting firms: Labour Secretary
Labour Secretary Vandana Gurnani talks about how the ministry plans to enforce worker protections without bureaucratic drags and how states are aligning their rules with the national framework
 "Want labour machinery to focus on defaulting firms: Labour Secretary")
Runway ride: Five designers bring the spirit of the open road to couture
Where leather, legacy, and speed collide: Five designers reinvent biker style for the runway, turning the road's rebellion, nostalgia, and power into couture with a pulse
 "Runway ride: Five designers bring the spirit of the open road to couture")
Rolls-Royces to Fords: How collectors are preserving India's motoring soul
From handcrafted parts to million-rupee rebuilds, the people reviving India's automotive past
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Non-banks served 45% of commercial sector's funding till October
Corporate bond issuances surge as non-bank channels match banks in FY26
 "Non-banks served 45% of commercial sector's funding till October")
Rainbow Children's Hospital to add 900 beds, with half coming up in NCR
Rainbow Children's Hospital Group is accelerating its pan-India expansion with nearly 900 new beds planned over three years, half of which will come up in the NCR
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