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SBI invests in startup-focused funds to boost India's MSME ecosystem: MD

At the same time, he emphasised that "compliance of prudential standards guidelines across governance and regulatory parameters remains a zero compromise in India

SBI invests in startup-focused funds to boost India's MSME ecosystem: MD
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:31 PM IST

Put India-US trade deal on hold, renegotiate terms: Congress

Ramesh questioned the silence of PM Modi on the entire deal and said he should clarify on whether he agrees with Trump's statement that nothing changes in the trade deal with India

Put India-US trade deal on hold, renegotiate terms: Congress
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:29 PM IST

New Zealand vs Pakistan LIVE SCORE T20 WC Super 8: Rain persists; 5-over game cut off time 10:16 PM

Pakistan head into this crucial encounter riding a wave of confidence after securing qualification through a series of improved performances in the group phase.

New Zealand vs Pakistan LIVE SCORE T20 WC Super 8: Rain persists; 5-over game cut off time 10:16 PM
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:28 PM IST

Campaigning ends for Jharkhand civic polls; voting on 23 February

The election will be held on February 23 and votes will be counted on February 27, a State Election Commission official said

Campaigning ends for Jharkhand civic polls; voting on 23 February
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:27 PM IST

Take Solutions adopts Anthropic's Claude to boost AI healthcare

The company, in an exchange filing, said that the strategic technology adoption marks a significant milestone in its ongoing mission to build scalable, intelligent, and preventive healthcare platforms

Take Solutions adopts Anthropic's Claude to boost AI healthcare
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:20 PM IST

US trade deal hurts India's farm sector, farmers to suffer: Kejriwal

Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann are in Gujarat to prepare groundwork for their Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of the Gujarat assembly elections expected to be held in December 2027

US trade deal hurts India's farm sector, farmers to suffer: Kejriwal
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:13 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh unveils data-driven road drainage policy to boost safety

It also seeks to improve network resilience and enhance public safety and serviceability, a government spokesperson said on Saturday

Himachal Pradesh unveils data-driven road drainage policy to boost safety
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:08 PM IST

India must innovate, not copy others' tech, says Sebi ED Sunil Kadam

Kadam said India has to funnel more money into research and development so that such instances are avoided, and exuded confidence that India has the capabilities to be a leader in innovation

India must innovate, not copy others' tech, says Sebi ED Sunil Kadam
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 8:01 PM IST

Pharma exports rise 9.4% in FY25; industry eyes double-digit growth

Issues pertaining to pharmaceuticals exports were discussed between the government officials and industry during Chintan Shivir in Ahmedabad

Pharma exports rise 9.4% in FY25; industry eyes double-digit growth
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:55 PM IST

BCCI partners with CABI to boost facilities and exposure for blind cricket

The new framework also includes logistical backing during bilateral series hosted in India

BCCI partners with CABI to boost facilities and exposure for blind cricket
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:51 PM IST

India unveils 'Baku Evenings' to promote its heritage in Azerbaijan

The event saw the participation of several guests, including Dhruv Trivedi, lecturer of Sanskrit and Hindi at the Azerbaijan University of Languages, along with some of his students

India unveils 'Baku Evenings' to promote its heritage in Azerbaijan
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:50 PM IST

Rahul appears in court over RSS defamation case; Sapkal as surety

Gandhi, accompanied by Sapkal, party MP Varsha Gaikwad and his lawyers Narayan Iyer and Kushal Mor, reached the magistrate's court around 10:30 am

Rahul appears in court over RSS defamation case; Sapkal as surety
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:47 PM IST

Made in India chip very important for developed nation: PM Modi

The investment is expected to create over 3,500 direct and indirect jobs, build local supply chains, and attract ecosystem partners across the semiconductor value chain

Made in India chip very important for developed nation: PM Modi
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:10 PM IST

NZ vs PAK live streaming: Where to watch today's T20 WC 2026 Super 8 match?

The Black Caps have suffered just one defeat so far, against South Africa, and won their other three games.

NZ vs PAK live streaming: Where to watch today's T20 WC 2026 Super 8 match?
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:10 PM IST

US military airlifts microreactor as Trump pushes nuclear expansion

Skeptics warn that nuclear energy poses risks and say microreactors may not be safe or feasible and have not proved they can meet demand for a reasonable price

US military airlifts microreactor as Trump pushes nuclear expansion
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:09 PM IST

New Zealand vs Pakistan: Colombo hourly weather forecast & rain prediction

If the New Zealand vs Pakistan Super 8 match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 gets washed away on Saturday, both teams will be given one point each

New Zealand vs Pakistan: Colombo hourly weather forecast & rain prediction
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:05 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh to host energy 'Investment Bazar' in Vijayawada on Feb 24

Chief Secretary Vijayanand noted that the event is being organised under Energy Efficiency Financing Platform initiative of Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Government of India

Andhra Pradesh to host energy 'Investment Bazar' in Vijayawada on Feb 24
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 7:02 PM IST

Pakistan vs New Zealand: What happens if today's T20 WC match is washed out

The match is expected to be heavily affected by rain, as the entire ground was covered immediately after the toss due to its arrival

Pakistan vs New Zealand: What happens if today's T20 WC match is washed out
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 6:54 PM IST

NSE to cut response time to nanoseconds, targets 100 mn trades per second

NSE will shift to nanosecond response time starting April 11, lifting capacity to nearly 100 million trades per second; CEO flags cyber risks and new products

NSE to cut response time to nanoseconds, targets 100 mn trades per second
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

T20 WC: Suryakumar's cheeky one-word answer on Team India's biggest worry

When asked about what Team India's biggest worry is ahead of the clash, Surya had a direct and one-word answer to the question - 'None.'

T20 WC: Suryakumar's cheeky one-word answer on Team India's biggest worry
Updated On : 21 Feb 2026 | 6:48 PM IST