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CWG: India shines in lawn bowls; Putul topples world champion Ryan Bester
Putul Sonowal stunned 2023 world champion Ryan Bester of Canada in tie-break in Lawn Bowls Men's Singles as India began their Glasgow Commonwealth Games campaign on a confident note here on Thursday.
 "CWG: India shines in lawn bowls; Putul topples world champion Ryan Bester")
Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit
Beware that funds with higher exposure to mid- and smallcaps are likely to be more volatile
 "Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit")
Gig worker norms leave many aggregators unsure of their obligations
India's gig worker social security push faces uncertainty as companies seek clarity on worker definitions, registration duties and e-Shram portal compliance
 "Gig worker norms leave many aggregators unsure of their obligations")
Dr Reddy's may underperform on growth, margin worries after muted Q1
North America weakness, lower margins, uncertainty over key launches weigh on earnings outlook
 "Dr Reddy's may underperform on growth, margin worries after muted Q1")
Govt allows Amazon and Flipkart to build inventories for exports
The DPIIT said the restrictions on inventory-based e-commerce models would no longer apply where such entities deal exclusively in exports of goods manufactured or produced in India
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Like, Follow, Subscribe: The hidden costs of childhood as online content
This book uncovers the messy realities of mom and family vloggers, untangling the issues of consent and privacy involved in putting their children's lives online
 "Like, Follow, Subscribe: The hidden costs of childhood as online content")
Sona Comstar profit grows 47% to ₹178.5cr in Q1FY27, revenue jumps 52%
The company had posted a consolidated PAT (profit after tax) of Rs 121.70 crore in the first quarter of FY 26, according to a regulatory filing
 "Sona Comstar profit grows 47% to ₹178.5cr in Q1FY27, revenue jumps 52%")
Govt will set up fast-track courts on paper leaks, assures PM Modi
Centre invites protesters for talks, but CJP says move sidesteps accountability
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US temporary 10% tariff on Indian goods expires Friday unless renewed
If no fresh announcement is made in the next few hours, imports from India and other US trading partners will revert to the tariff regime that existed before April 2, 2025
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Google hit with $1 billion EU fine for breaking antitrust regulations
The European Commission fined Google €890 million for breaching Big Tech rules, while acknowledging progress in the company's efforts to comply with the EU's Digital Markets Act
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Qcom now a quick hack for personal care, premium products drive growth
Beauty and personal care sales on quick commerce platforms are nearing $1 billion annually, driven by premium products and strong demand, says Redseer
 "Qcom now a quick hack for personal care, premium products drive growth")
Tesla's profit dips as spending for AI goals surged to $5.8 bn in Q2CY27
Tesla's profit fell as AI spending surged to $5.8 billion, leading to its first cash burn in two years despite stronger-than-expected revenue and EV sales
 "Tesla's profit dips as spending for AI goals surged to $5.8 bn in Q2CY27")
Offline payment push: Innovation must include stronger consumer protection
NPCI's offline NFC-based UPI can expand digital payments and financial inclusion, but robust security, fraud safeguards and strong consumer protection must underpin its rollout
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Ujjivan SFB's Q1 profit rose over 3x to ₹317 cr on lower credit costs
The lender reported robust loan and deposit growth, improved asset quality and lower credit costs, while raising its return on assets guidance for FY27
 "Ujjivan SFB's Q1 profit rose over 3x to ₹317 cr on lower credit costs")
Ashok Lahiri, S Mahendra Dev call for a shift in farming approach
NITI Aayog's Ashok Lahiri and EAC-PM Chairman S Mahendra Dev call for shifting agriculture towards value addition, rural non-farm jobs and higher farmer incomes
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Germany's wait ends as Klopp set to be presented as the head coach
The German soccer federation has called a news conference for Friday when it is expected to present Jurgen Klopp as the next national coach.
 "Germany's wait ends as Klopp set to be presented as the head coach")
Rubio to meet Russia's foreign minister to revive Ukraine peace efforts
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the Asean meetings in Manila, with Ukraine expected to dominate the discussions
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Enterprise DPI can help India reclaim its advantage in the AI game
How enterprise digital public infrastructure can become the new rails on which India re-enters the AI game
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SA20 Season 5 fixtures out: Sunrisers to meet Pretoria Capitals in opener
The fifth season of SA20 will begin on January 17 with defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape taking on Pretoria Capitals in a repeat of last season's final at the St George's Park in Gqeberha.
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Trent Bridge to stage first Test as England announces 2027 Ashes schedule
Trent Bridge in Nottingham will host the first 2027 men's Ashes Test between England and holder Australia.
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