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NDMC fines 22 establishments in Lutyens Delhi for dust-control violations
NDMC data stated that littering accounted for the highest number of challans, with 1,279 cases during the 11 months
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Delhi markets report drop in sales, footfall after BS VI ban, fuel curbs
The curbs come as authorities stepped up pollution control measures amid worsening air quality
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Shriram Finance shares touch all-time high after MUFG capital infusion
Shriram Finance shares rose to a record high after brokerages said MUFG Bank's proposed investment would sharply lift net worth, capital adequacy and support faster growth
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1Point1 Solutions inks $33.37 mn deal to acquire Netcom contact centre firm
The total transaction value for the acquisition of 100 per cent ownership is $33.37 million, comprising an upfront payment of $25.41 million and an estimated earn-ouat of $8.25 million
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Knowledge key for India to become $5 trillion economy, says Gadkari
Gadkari said entrepreneurship, science, technology, research, skill and best practices are cumulatively referred to as knowledge, and the conversion of this knowledge into wealth is the future
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India's ferrous scrap imports jump 45% in FY26 as domestic supply lags
India's ferrous scrap imports rose sharply in the current financial year, underlining continued dependence on overseas supplies as domestic scrap generation remains structurally constrained
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Motilal Oswal Alternates invests $72 million in Sensa Core, minority stake
Founded in 2006, Sensa Core operates in the design, development, manufacturing and distribution of specialised in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices
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Rabi sowing over in 91% normal area, acreage 1.43% higher, shows data
Rabi sowing has covered 91% of the normal area so far, with total acreage 1.4% higher than last year, led by gains in wheat, mustard and pulses, official data shows
 "Rabi sowing over in 91% normal area, acreage 1.43% higher, shows data")
India regains favour, China slips to underweight allocation: BofA survey
BofA's Asia Fund Manager Survey shows India regaining a mild overweight as a diversification play against AI-led markets, while China slips to underweight on stalled momentum
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Eight core sectors rebound to 1.8% growth in November after October dip
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry said that cement, steel, fertilisers and coal registered positive growth, while crude oil, natural gas, refinery products and electricity recorded declines
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Practo eyes $1 billion GMV as US push adds $250-300 mn ahead of IPO
Digital healthcare platform Practo is targeting a $1 billion annualised GMV run-rate by June 2026, with US operations expected to add $250-300 million as it gears up for an IPO by end-2026
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Delhi HC keeps Powergrid tender ban on KEC in abeyance, allows bids
Delhi High Court has kept Powergrid's nine-month tender ban on KEC International in abeyance and allowed it to bid for ongoing projects, pending a fresh order by PGCIL
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Jharkhand appoints Ishan Kishan as skipper for 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy
The Elite group competition begins on December 24, with Jharkhand opening their campaign against Karnataka in Ahmedabad
Germany, UAE draw Indian students as post-study work steers choices
A new Leap Scholar report shows Indian students are choosing destinations based on costs, work rights and ROI rather than university rankings
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H-1B visa chaos: Google, Apple warn staff against travel, urge caution
Google, Apple, Microsoft and ServiceNow caution visa-holding staff after new social media screening slows US embassy processing
 "H-1B visa chaos: Google, Apple warn staff against travel, urge caution")
India at advanced stage of talks on bilateral trade pact with US: Goyal
The India-US trade pact talks are crucial as both the countries are working to finalise the first tranche of the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA)
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India, Canada to soon start talks to revive trade pact discussions: Goyal
India is at an advanced stage of negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement with the US, he said adding "this reflects the growing strategic importance of India in world geopolitics"
I'm happy to perform any role: Cooper Connolly after being picked by PBKS
Punjab Kings are particularly intrigued by Connolly's temperament in pressure situations. Skipper Shreyas Iyer has highlighted the youngster's potential as a finisher
Tech Wrap Dec 22: OPPO Reno 15 series, ChatGPT 'Voice' on Mac, Asus Aio PC
OPPO Reno 15 series in India. ChatGPT ends 'Voice' on Mac in Jan. Asus AiO Copilot+ PC launched in India. GhostPairing on WhatsApp. Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event. Apple MacBook Pro lineup
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Shahid Kapoor, Mira Rajput share small habits that keep their kids healthy
Actor Shahid Kapoor and wife Mira reveal how consistency, family involvement and simple food practices shape their children's everyday health
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