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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Blast in Delhi may hit tourism briefly as US, UK issue advisories

US, UK issue travel advisories as peak season kicks off

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

Cabinet clears ₹45,060 cr schemes to boost exporters amid US tariff blow

Cabinet approves export promotion mission, credit guarantee schemes

Sebi warning triggers surge in withdrawals from digital gold fintechs

Following Sebi's warning that digital gold lies outside its regulatory scope, fintechs are facing scrutiny over vault practices, investor safety, and KYC compliance

Moving India: The ₹2-trillion connectivity projects bet to unclog Mumbai

Metro sprawl, coastal links, and a fading bus fleet - Maximum City's biggest transport makeover yet is racing time, rain, and red tape to keep it moving

Tenneco Clean Air India IPO gets subscribed 42% on day 1 of offer

The initial public offering (IPO) received bids for 2,77,67,723 shares against 6,66,66,666 shares on offer, as per the details available with the NSE

Emmvee Photovoltaic Power IPO receives 17% subscription on day 2 of offer

On Monday, solar photovoltaic modules and solar cells maker Emmvee Photovoltaic Power Ltd has mobilised Rs 1,305 crore from anchor investors