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Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu targets the missing medal in her trophy cabinet
Chanu opens up on why winning an Asian Games medal would mean the world to her, her love for Lata Mangeshkar songs, and the plans to open an academy for weightlifters in Manipur
 "Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu targets the missing medal in her trophy cabinet")
Family brew: Reticent Karan Paul offers rare glimpse into his private life
His marriage to Indrani Dasgupta in 2014 had caused quite a flutter in Kolkata circles, particularly because it took one of the city's most suitable boys off the market
 "Family brew: Reticent Karan Paul offers rare glimpse into his private life")
'Aatmanirbhar means readiness for uncertainty', says Principal Secy to PM
BS Manthan: PK Mishra, principal secretary to the Prime Minister of India, believes the country must adopt an 'anti-fragile' approach in an uncertain world
 "'Aatmanirbhar means readiness for uncertainty', says Principal Secy to PM")
The eventful battle for Religare Enterprises tests Sebi's takeover code
Some legal experts believe the case may indicate the need for a review of Sebi's takeover norms
 "The eventful battle for Religare Enterprises tests Sebi's takeover code")
Neighbourhood watch: What does hosting Champions Trophy mean for Pakistan?
Battling economic and political crises, Pakistan hopes the Champions Trophy will be the balm the country desperately needs
 "Neighbourhood watch: What does hosting Champions Trophy mean for Pakistan?")
De Beers repositions in India as lab-grown diamonds gain popularity
A key area where De Beers wants to make an impact is ensuring the authenticity of diamonds - a major concern among customers and sometimes even jewellers
 "De Beers repositions in India as lab-grown diamonds gain popularity")
We're very interested in Indian contemporary art: Met Director Max Hollein
Support for Indian art at the Met is diverse, it comes not only from India but also from the US and beyond, says Hollein
 "We're very interested in Indian contemporary art: Met Director Max Hollein")
Carmakers race to build EV charging infra, but challenges persist
The big push for charging stations is understandable. Range anxiety remains a worry for customers, more so in the case of electric cars
 "Carmakers race to build EV charging infra, but challenges persist")
Why shipbuilding needs a sea change to fulfil India's 2047 dreams
India paid $109 billion in sea freight to foreign operators in 2021-22, and last year stood vulnerable to international price volatility and impact of sanctions on Russia during the geopolitical crise
 "Why shipbuilding needs a sea change to fulfil India's 2047 dreams")
India stars return to Ranji, but first-class cricket needs a booster shot
Last week, BCCI released a 10-point policy document: "Participation in domestic matches is mandatory for players to remain eligible for selection in the national team and for central contracts."
 "India stars return to Ranji, but first-class cricket needs a booster shot")
Why did RBI replace flexible exchange rate with de facto peg against dollar
The RBI must come out with an official explanation, but until it does, we can only guess. But there are a few reasonable hypotheses
 "Why did RBI replace flexible exchange rate with de facto peg against dollar")
US sanctions on Russian oil supply chain pose challenge for Indian refiners
India's slowing economy is most exposed to the latest bans because refiners must pay much more to purchase alternative crudes from West Asia in the short term
 "US sanctions on Russian oil supply chain pose challenge for Indian refiners")
DPDP Act's long gestation period raises questions about its efficacy
The DPDP Act comes with a long gestation period. What does that mean for its efficacy?
 "DPDP Act's long gestation period raises questions about its efficacy")
A global outreach beyond biz: Showcasing India's cultural, modern strengths
An ancient civilisation with a modern outlook, India has a lot of fine strengths - in cinema, sports, art, culture, food, yoga - that it is building on
 "A global outreach beyond biz: Showcasing India's cultural, modern strengths")
After P V Sindhu, who will be the next star in Indian women's badminton?
Women's badminton faces uncertainty due to a shrinking talent pool, lack of quality coaches, and overreliance on Gopichand
 "After P V Sindhu, who will be the next star in Indian women's badminton?")
The India story: An ongoing digital journey of joining India with Bharat
It all began five years before the dawn of 2000, when mobile phone service entered India
 "The India story: An ongoing digital journey of joining India with Bharat")
After 2024 report card, ministers get ready for work on New Year's Day
Although the talk about the New Year agenda within the government was subdued on December 31, the day started with promise of work in 2025
 "After 2024 report card, ministers get ready for work on New Year's Day")
From Ambani wedding to Diljit's concerts: Here are top newsmakers of 2024
There were wedding bells and concerts, there were tears and smiles, there were controversies and questions- and there were moments when time stood still
 "From Ambani wedding to Diljit's concerts: Here are top newsmakers of 2024")
From T20 WC triumph to Gukesh making history: Key events in sports in 2024
Trailblazing comebacks and teary goodbyes marked an eventful year
 "From T20 WC triumph to Gukesh making history: Key events in sports in 2024")
The India story: The journey to becoming the 'pharmacy of the world'
Critical tweaks in laws, spirit of enterprise and the pandemic brought about this transition. Tech and innovation will now define the industry's future
 "The India story: The journey to becoming the 'pharmacy of the world'")
