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From honourary knighthood to Padma Bhushan: Chandrasekaran's many accolades
Here are some of the most prominent honours N Chandrasekaran has received during his career over the years
 "From honourary knighthood to Padma Bhushan: Chandrasekaran's many accolades")
Nifty India FPI 150: How the new NSE index tracks foreign investibility
NSE's Nifty India FPI 150 selects 150 liquid Nifty 500 stocks using foreign-investible free-float market capitalisation, creating a basket of stocks accessible to overseas investors
 "Nifty India FPI 150: How the new NSE index tracks foreign investibility")
How Tata Sons chooses its chairman: The succession process explained
N Chandrasekaran's exit brings Tata Sons' succession process into focus, which remains a carefully structured exercise rather than a conventional corporate appointment
Explained: What is a cess and how states use it for welfare purposes
Himachal Pradesh's widow and orphan cess on fuel has brought purpose-specific levies into focus. Here's what a cess is and how states use such levies for welfare needs
 "Explained: What is a cess and how states use it for welfare purposes")
Cars24 Gurugram boat stunt goes viral, ₹50,000 challan claim debunked
What began as a marketing stunt on a flooded Gurugram road sparked confusion over a ₹50,000 challan, prompting the company to issue a clarification
 "Cars24 Gurugram boat stunt goes viral, ₹50,000 challan claim debunked")
Explained: Why shipping costs through Panama Canal are soaring now
Panama Canal transit fees have surged to record levels, with auction prices for some shipping slots crossing $3 million as global demand for the key trade route rises
 "Explained: Why shipping costs through Panama Canal are soaring now")
New EPFO rules: How much can subscribers withdraw for emergencies?
EPFO has eased partial withdrawal rules, with members able to access up to 75% of their balance for emergencies, unemployment and housing needs
 "New EPFO rules: How much can subscribers withdraw for emergencies?")
Diageo challenges FSSAI rum ban in court, says action lacked 'due process'
Diageo's court challenge puts FSSAI's liquor crackdown under scrutiny, as the company questions the authority and timing of the rum ban and says the process was legally flawed
 "Diageo challenges FSSAI rum ban in court, says action lacked 'due process'")
How often are pilots drug-tested and what happens after a positive result
From pre-employment checks to post-accident screening, here's what India's rules say about pilot drug testing, positive results, rehabilitation, and licence cancellation
 "How often are pilots drug-tested and what happens after a positive result")
From Jamsetji Tata to N Chandrasekaran: A list of Tata Sons chairmen
N Chandrasekaran's resignation puts the spotlight on Tata Sons' long history of leadership succession. Here is a look at the chairmen who have led the group since Jamsetji Tata
 "From Jamsetji Tata to N Chandrasekaran: A list of Tata Sons chairmen")
Total solar eclipse: Why August 12 event is special for many across Europe
The August 12 total solar eclipse will turn parts of Europe dark, with Spain and Iceland in the path of totality and the UK witnessing a major partial eclipse
 "Total solar eclipse: Why August 12 event is special for many across Europe")
No India trip needed: 4 ways NRI pensioners can submit life certificate
Pensioners living abroad can avoid travelling to India for annual life certificate submission through digital, bank, embassy and authorised agent routes.
 "No India trip needed: 4 ways NRI pensioners can submit life certificate")
N Chandrasekaran resigns as Tata Sons chairman, to stay till Feb 2027
Chandrasekaran's resignation comes days before the August 18 AGM, amid differences with Tata Trusts over his reappointment, group strategy and investments in new businesses
 "N Chandrasekaran resigns as Tata Sons chairman, to stay till Feb 2027")
N Chandrasekaran steps down as Tata Sons chairman: Tracing his tenure
N Chandrasekaran has resigned as Tata Sons chairman and will complete his current term without seeking reappointment
 "N Chandrasekaran steps down as Tata Sons chairman: Tracing his tenure")
Abu Dhabi offers free UAE entry visas to eligible Indian tourists: Details
Visa-fee waiver runs till October 31; travellers must book a three-night stay and return flight through approved partners
 "Abu Dhabi offers free UAE entry visas to eligible Indian tourists: Details")
No maternity leave for govt employee expecting 4th child, rules Allahabad HC
The Allahabad High Court has rejected a government employee's plea for maternity leave for her fourth child, saying she was not entitled to the benefit under the applicable rules
 "No maternity leave for govt employee expecting 4th child, rules Allahabad HC")
Delhi sees sunny morning; floods and landslides disrupt life across India
Delhi is likely to see light rain later today, while Gurugram and Faridabad remain under a yellow alert; heavy rainfall is forecast across several states, with floods, landslides and road disruptions
 "Delhi sees sunny morning; floods and landslides disrupt life across India")
Himachal adds 60 paise cess on petrol, diesel for widow, orphan welfare
The levy will add 60 paise to every litre of petrol and high-speed diesel sold in Himachal Pradesh, with the revenue earmarked for welfare measures for widows and orphaned children
 "Himachal adds 60 paise cess on petrol, diesel for widow, orphan welfare")
Q1 results: Tata Motors, IRCTC, HAL, Abbott India, and 545 more on Aug 12
Q1FY27 company results: Firms including Grasim Industries, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Astral, Petronet LNG, Sun TV Network, and GMR Airports are also to release their April-June earnings today
 "Q1 results: Tata Motors, IRCTC, HAL, Abbott India, and 545 more on Aug 12")
Q1 results: Tata Motors, IRCTC, HAL, Abbott India, and 545 more on Aug 12
Q1FY27 company results: Firms including Grasim Industries, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise, Astral, Petronet LNG, Sun TV Network, and GMR Airports are also to release their April-June earnings today