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From Priya Nair to Sudha Murty, Hurun India spotlights women leaders
The 2026 Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List features 117 women across 12 categories, recognising achievements in business, sports, literature and social impact
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Pellet guns can't be banned while rules permit their use: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court said pellet guns cannot be banned while existing rules permit their use in exceptional cases, but allegations of misuse can be examined individually
 "Pellet guns can't be banned while rules permit their use: Supreme Court")
Reforms brought to make govt hiring time-bound, says Jitendra Singh
The Centre said reforms, including AI-based verification and face authentication, have made UPSC and SSC recruitment faster, more transparent and secure
 "Reforms brought to make govt hiring time-bound, says Jitendra Singh")
Mentioning ethanol levels not 'considered necessary' on receipts: Gadkari
Road Transport Minister says E20 is the only petrol sold at retail outlets nationwide, making separate display of ethanol blending levels unnecessary
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Datanomics: Crime rises despite expansion of police force since 2014
India's police strength has risen since 2014, yet crime rates have increased, highlighting gaps in policing, public safety and internal security outcomes
 "Datanomics: Crime rises despite expansion of police force since 2014")
India, Germany to sign submarine deal 'very soon': Envoy Ackermann
India and Germany are expected to sign a deal for next-generation submarines "very soon", German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann said on Thursday.
 "India, Germany to sign submarine deal 'very soon': Envoy Ackermann")
Haryana MSME policy targets ₹55,000 crore investment, 500,000 jobs
The policy offers capital subsidies, export assistance and technology incentives as Haryana seeks to double exports over the next five years
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How hip-hop became the soundtrack of India's Gen Z protest movement
The protests revived old anthems, inspired new rap tracks, and showed how music continues to shape political expression across generations
 "How hip-hop became the soundtrack of India's Gen Z protest movement")
Shadows on the snow: A film turns the spotlight on Himalayan climate crisis
As extreme weather becomes the new normal, filmmaker Shankar Borua's Blue Ocean uses a crime thriller to question the cost of unchecked development in the Himalayas
 "Shadows on the snow: A film turns the spotlight on Himalayan climate crisis")
Parliament passes anti-paper leak Amendment Bill with stricter norms
Parliament passed the amendment to the anti-paper leak law, strengthening penalties amid Opposition demands to reform or scrap the NTA and NEET
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E20 petrol may bring down vehicle mileage by up to 6%: Nitin Gadkari
The Union Minister, however, argued that tests for engine durability on a dynamometer and on-road vehicle tests have not shown any failures due to E20.
PM chairs 4th CCS meet on West Asia, orders uninterrupted fertiliser supply
Prime Minister directs ministries to ensure uninterrupted fertiliser supplies for the Rabi season and strengthen support for Indian seafarers affected by the conflict
 "PM chairs 4th CCS meet on West Asia, orders uninterrupted fertiliser supply")
Social dialogue key as AI reshapes labour markets in Asia-Pacific: ILO
ILO specialist says stronger industrial relations and worker participation are essential to ensure AI-driven change improves jobs without widening inequality
 "Social dialogue key as AI reshapes labour markets in Asia-Pacific: ILO")
MEA should have a 'polar ambassador', purchase polar research vehicles
A parliamentary panel has recommended appointing a dedicated polar ambassador, acquiring ice-breaking research vessels and pursuing full Arctic Council membership to strengthen India's polar diplomacy
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DoT signs MoU with MP for India's first Telecom Manufacturing Zone
Centre and Madhya Pradesh sign MoU for telecom manufacturing hub, targeting up to Rs 9,000 crore in investments and around 10,000 jobs
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Indian steel exports may fall up to 30% in FY27 as EU tightens quotas
Crisil Intelligence says lower EU duty-free quotas and stiffer competition could reduce exports and put pressure on domestic steel prices this financial year
 "Indian steel exports may fall up to 30% in FY27 as EU tightens quotas")
Supreme Court pulls up UP, GDA over 19-year delay in Ansal housing project
Top court directs Uttar Pradesh government and GDA to decide pending approvals within two weeks, saying nearly 1,600 homebuyers have waited 19 years
Police probe alleged AI use by protesters to counter crowd-control measures
Investigators say some participants in the July 20 'Chalo Sansad' protest may have used AI tools to learn ways to reduce the impact of tear gas and prepare for clashes
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One parameter, less confusion: India moves towards standard clothing sizes
A government-backed sizing system based on Indian body measurements aims to bring consistency across apparel brands and make shopping easier for consumers
 "One parameter, less confusion: India moves towards standard clothing sizes")
Lok Sabha adjourned again till 3 pm amid Opposition protests, sloganeering
Proceedings were disrupted for a second time as Opposition members continue sloganeering, preventing the House from functioning normally
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