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Jaishankar attends G7 FMM outreach session, puts forth India's perspective
Jaishankar, in a social media post, said he spoke about the need on both issues to "mitigate dependence, strengthen predictability and build resilience
 "Jaishankar attends G7 FMM outreach session, puts forth India's perspective")
Hypertension cases among children, teens doubled in 2 decades: Study
Estimates also suggest that nearly a fifth of the world's children and adolescents with obesity have hypertension
 "Hypertension cases among children, teens doubled in 2 decades: Study")
US sanctions entities in Myanmar, Thailand for fraudulent investment scams
Americans lost at least $10 billion in 2024 to Southeast Asia-based online scam operations, a 66 per cent increase from the prior year, Department of State said
 "US sanctions entities in Myanmar, Thailand for fraudulent investment scams")
US sanctions 32 entities, individuals from several nations including India
The US state department said the action is in line with President Donald Trump's efforts to counter Iran's aggressive development of missiles and other asymmetric and conventional weapons
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India tops global TB burden in 2024 despite lower incidence: WHO report
India made strong gains in TB reduction, cutting incidence by 21% since 2015, but still accounted for 25% of global cases in 2024, according to the WHO's Global TB Report 2025
 "India tops global TB burden in 2024 despite lower incidence: WHO report")
Retail inflation dropped to series low of 0.25% in Oct on base effects
In rural India, retail prices slipped into deflationary zone with the NSO reporting a 0.25 per cent drop in the CPI (Rural), compared to a 1.07 per cent increase in September
 "Retail inflation dropped to series low of 0.25% in Oct on base effects")
Govt approves rationalisation of royalty rates for four critical minerals
The Union Cabinet approved rationalised royalty rates for graphite, caesium, rubidium and zirconium to encourage domestic mining and promote auctions of critical mineral blocks
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President Trump praises H-1B talent, reinforces India's tech role
President Donald Trump's remarks recognising the importance of H-1B talent have renewed optimism among India's tech sector, though experts say the real impact depends on visa fee reforms
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Sebi panel seeks overhaul of conflict-of-interest, disclosure norms
A Sebi committee led by former vigilance chief Pratyush Sinha has proposed mandatory asset disclosures, tighter investment rules, and an ethics oversight system for top officials to prevent conflicts
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Bihar elections: From Patna to Purnia, voter turnout climbs across state
Despite voter roll deletions under the SIR process, Bihar's 2025 election saw a record 66.9% turnout, driven by strong participation of women voters across all 243 constituencies
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Best of BS Opinion: The bars appear full but the network's still lagging
Here are the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today
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NaBFID raises ₹4,120 cr from long-term bond sale at coupon rates of 6.86%
The infra lender mobilised funds through 5- and 15-year bonds, marking continued investor interest in long-term infrastructure financing instruments
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When custody turns fatal: India's unending cycle of deaths in detention
NHRC data show over 28,000 custodial deaths since 2009, mostly in judicial custody; survey finds half of police support harsh methods and some hold prejudiced views about Dalits
 "When custody turns fatal: India's unending cycle of deaths in detention")
Noel Tata secures son Neville's entry to one board, blocked on another
On Wednesday, Noel's son Neville and former group company leader Bhaskar Bhat were appointed to the Sri Dorabji Tata Trust (SDTT), which owns 28 per cent in Tata Sons
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Jaishankar, Rubio discuss trade ties and supply chain cooperation
The two leaders met on the sidelines of the G7 foreign ministers' conclave in Canada, discussing global conflicts and regional stability
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TCS loses valuation premium to Infosys, HCLTech after 14 years on top
TCS loses its premium edge as slower profit growth and margin pressure pull its P/E below rivals for the first time since 2011
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Modi reaffirms support for Bhutan's 13th plan, attends peace festival
PM Modi held talks with Bhutanese leaders, pledging aid for energy, trade, and connectivity, and inaugurated the Kalachakra ceremony at the Global Peace Prayer Festival
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Blast in Delhi may hit tourism briefly as US, UK issue advisories
US, UK issue travel advisories as peak season kicks off
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Govt opens portal for private labs to seek recognition as test centres
Applications can be submitted through https://doca.gov.in/gatc until November 30, 2025, the department said in a statement
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Cabinet clears ₹45,060 cr schemes to boost exporters amid US tariff blow
Cabinet approves export promotion mission, credit guarantee schemes
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