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Barclays opens new Gurugram office, reinforces India's strategic role

UK-based banking group expands its NCR presence with a 4,000-seat facility, strengthening India's role as a technology and global services hub

Barclays opens new Gurugram office, reinforces India's strategic role
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 8:15 PM IST

Health insurance premiums increase over 27% in January on GST boost

Strong retail demand, higher government scheme premiums and GST rationalisation fuelled robust January growth for general and standalone health insurers

Health insurance premiums increase over 27% in January on GST boost
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 8:09 PM IST

Shivraj Singh Chouhan calls for making tree planting a mass movement

He was speaking at an event to mark the completion of five years of his pledge to plant at least one sapling everyday

Shivraj Singh Chouhan calls for making tree planting a mass movement
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 8:06 PM IST

Youth discontent could trigger another rebellion, warns Nepal PM Karki

Speaking on the 76th Democracy Day celebrations at the Nepali Army Pavilion in Kathmandu, she said democracy must deliver results, protect citizens' rights and ensure accountability

Youth discontent could trigger another rebellion, warns Nepal PM Karki
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 8:05 PM IST

Over 66% parents, teachers say EdTech AI use amplifies risks: Report

The report found that 35 per cent of EdTech-using children were using GenAI for learning, while 51 per cent of EdTech-using teachers reported using GenAI for teaching and school-related activities

Over 66% parents, teachers say EdTech AI use amplifies risks: Report
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 8:01 PM IST

Fund review: ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund

Fund review: ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund

Fund review: ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:55 PM IST

India must shift from tech services to IP-led nation: HCL's Roshni Nadar

She said that future belongs not to those who merely deploy technology, but to those who build, own and shape platforms, models and products

India must shift from tech services to IP-led nation: HCL's Roshni Nadar
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:53 PM IST

United Breweries gets sound mark for 'Oo La La La Le O' Kingfisher jingle

United Breweries secures trademark protection for its iconic 'Oo La La La Le O' Kingfisher jingle, reinforcing sound as a legally protected brand asset in India

United Breweries gets sound mark for 'Oo La La La Le O' Kingfisher jingle
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:44 PM IST

What are the health insurance options available to NRIs visiting India?

NRIs' overseas health plans may not be accepted in Indian hospitals since they may not have the relevant tie-ups; for such contingencies, it is best to take a local travel health

What are the health insurance options available to NRIs visiting India?
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:40 PM IST

Six yards of rising value: Why the saree is a smart style investment

From red-carpet validation to heirloom investment, the six-yard classic is evolving from tradition-bound attire to a global symbol of cultural confidence and conscious spending

Six yards of rising value: Why the saree is a smart style investment
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:40 PM IST

AI Impact Summit Day 4: Modi redraws AI roadmap; Ambani pledges ₹10 trn

Day 4 of AI Impact summit saw India unveiling sovereign AI models as PM Modi pitched the MANAV framework, Reliance committed ₹10 trn, and global leaders positioned India at the centre of AI's future

AI Impact Summit Day 4: Modi redraws AI roadmap; Ambani pledges ₹10 trn
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:38 PM IST

From expressways to airports, Maharashtra outlines integrated infra push

At GEC Summit 2026, top state agencies highlighted coordinated planning across roads, airports, metros and industrial corridors to drive Maharashtra's next phase of growth

From expressways to airports, Maharashtra outlines integrated infra push
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:37 PM IST

Rivals Altman, Amodei signal distance in unforgiving global AI race

A viral moment at the India AI Summit underscored tensions between OpenAI's Sam Altman and Anthropic's Dario Amodei as both firms battle for dominance in the fast-moving AI landscape

Rivals Altman, Amodei signal distance in unforgiving global AI race
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:22 PM IST

India likely to join US-led 'Pax Silica' strategic bloc on Friday: Report

India is likely to formally join the 'Pax Silica' initiative on Friday, people familiar with the matter said

India likely to join US-led 'Pax Silica' strategic bloc on Friday: Report
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 7:14 PM IST

India may attract $200 bn in data centre investment by 2030: Deloitte

Deloitte says India could see transformative data centre growth supported by policy and renewables, but warns that power supply, grid stability and planning gaps may constrain expansion

India may attract $200 bn in data centre investment by 2030: Deloitte
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 6:58 PM IST

Former UK Prince Andrew arrested for 'misconduct in public office'

Thames Valley Police issued a statement confirming the arrest of a man in his sixties from Norfolk as part of an ongoing investigation

Former UK Prince Andrew arrested for 'misconduct in public office'
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 6:49 PM IST

NGT sets up committee to address alarming Sundarbans coastal erosion

Tribunal notes severe erosion in Ghoramara Island and directs a joint committee to prepare a comprehensive conservation and mitigation plan within three months

NGT sets up committee to address alarming Sundarbans coastal erosion
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 6:47 PM IST

UK travel rules change: All physical visas to go digital from Feb 25

Britain's immigration system is going fully digital. Here is what visitors, visa holders and dual nationals must check before travelling in 2026

UK travel rules change: All physical visas to go digital from Feb 25
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 6:44 PM IST

Partnered prosperity in a Globalist Gambit: Mapping India's trade ascent

The past months have witnessed trade deals with economic giants augmenting investor-friendly confidence in India's global trade agenda

Partnered prosperity in a Globalist Gambit: Mapping India's trade ascent
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 6:41 PM IST

Trust in AI will be 'won or lost' in public sector, says Rishi Sunak

At the India AI Impact Summit, the former British PM said while Silicon Valley may dominate AI model development, countries like India could lead in widespread adoption

Trust in AI will be 'won or lost' in public sector, says Rishi Sunak
Updated On : 19 Feb 2026 | 6:17 PM IST