Page 66 - Latest News
Indira Gandhi and the remaking of India's democratic institutions
Srinath Raghavan is less interested in the spectacle of the Emergency than in the decisions that preceded it and endured long after
 "Indira Gandhi and the remaking of India's democratic institutions")
States can tax high-income diversified agriculture: Montek Singh Ahluwalia
Ahluwalia further said that nothing in the Constitution prevents a state government from devolving resources downward if it chooses, though pressure is often directed at the central government
 "States can tax high-income diversified agriculture: Montek Singh Ahluwalia")
Trade sustainability rules are evolving and India must respond promptly
In a world where sustainability norms are increasingly shaping market access, staying out of the conversation is no longer a strategy
 "Trade sustainability rules are evolving and India must respond promptly")
Afghan forces hit military targets in Pakistan to retaliate for airstrikes
There was no immediate confirmation from Pakistan and no immediate information on casualties
 "Afghan forces hit military targets in Pakistan to retaliate for airstrikes")
RBI workshop urges stronger governance and tech use to fight cyber frauds
At a two-day workshop with 60 banks, RBI called for stronger governance, better internal controls and greater tech adoption to counter rising cyber-enabled financial frauds
 "RBI workshop urges stronger governance and tech use to fight cyber frauds")
Finance Commission changes pose transition risks for states' fiscal balance
The 16th Finance Commission throws up a transition challenge for states facing strict fiscal limits
 "Finance Commission changes pose transition risks for states' fiscal balance")
US, Iran deal possible if nuclear, non-nuclear issues are separated
Trump said on February 19 that Iran must make a deal in 10 to 15 days, warning that "really bad things" would otherwise happen
 "US, Iran deal possible if nuclear, non-nuclear issues are separated")
Axis Bank seeks RBI nod to retain maximum possible equity in subsidiary
The bank will look to dilute a minimal stake in the wholly owned NBFC now that norms on overlapping business have been relaxed by the central bank
 "Axis Bank seeks RBI nod to retain maximum possible equity in subsidiary")
India must confront the fiscal risks of an expanding freebie culture
As subsidies and cash transfers surge, the Supreme Court and Finance Commission warn that unchecked freebies risk straining state finances and long-term growth
 "India must confront the fiscal risks of an expanding freebie culture")
AI age brings new responsibilities for policymakers: CEA Nageswaran
CEA V Anantha Nageswaran said AI-enabled finance introduces new policy responsibilities, adding that regulators must strengthen oversight as India deepens integration with global capital markets
 "AI age brings new responsibilities for policymakers: CEA Nageswaran")
Emirates SkyCargo to deploy 2 more weekly freighters to India
Beyond aircraft capacity, Emirates SkyCargo said it has built a vast trucking network, to reach more offline destinations across India
 "Emirates SkyCargo to deploy 2 more weekly freighters to India")
T20 WC 2026 Super 8 Group 1 Points Table: IND, SA, ZIM, WI rankings
Check all the matches and results from T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 Group 1 here.
 "T20 WC 2026 Super 8 Group 1 Points Table: IND, SA, ZIM, WI rankings")
AgriStack could transform farming, but execution will decide its fate
AgriStack, pitched as the "next UPI", could transform farm subsidies, tenant inclusion and soil health - but only if farmer, land and crop data are accurate and trusted
 "AgriStack could transform farming, but execution will decide its fate")
India vs Zimbabwe HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC Super 8: IND crushes ZIM by 72 runs, courtesy of record total
A 72-run on the night in Chennai means India just need a win against West Indies to book their semis berth now.
 "India vs Zimbabwe HIGHLIGHTS T20 WC Super 8: IND crushes ZIM by 72 runs, courtesy of record total")
Govt to soon launch grade-based driving licence system, says Gadkari
The government has already increased penalties for traffic violations, but the biggest issue is the enforcement, Gadkari said, adding that there is no fear or respect for the law
 "Govt to soon launch grade-based driving licence system, says Gadkari")
Melania Trump to chair a meeting of the UN Security Council: White House
US President Donald Trump has been a vocal critic of the United Nations since his first White House term, saying the 198-member world body was ineffective and needed reforms
 "Melania Trump to chair a meeting of the UN Security Council: White House")
DGCA rolls out 48-hour free cancellation window and stricter refund rules
DGCA has revamped airline ticketing rules, adding a 48-hour free cancellation window, capping fees, tightening refund timelines and introducing passenger-friendly provisions for emergencies
 "DGCA rolls out 48-hour free cancellation window and stricter refund rules")
Trump tariff turmoil yet to dent emerging countries' growth: EBRD report
Exports from some EBRD countries to the United States even grew, particularly those related to the AI boom, as those countries replaced China's exports
 "Trump tariff turmoil yet to dent emerging countries' growth: EBRD report")
Why digital literacy is the real infrastructure behind India's 2047 vision
India's digital economy is now central to its growth story and will support economic expansion until 2030
 "Why digital literacy is the real infrastructure behind India's 2047 vision")
Flex moves Supreme Court to overturn tribunal ruling in Xiaomi tax case
US-listed Flex told India's Supreme Court it did not help Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi to undervalue certain imports into India, the court filing showed
 "Flex moves Supreme Court to overturn tribunal ruling in Xiaomi tax case")