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US proposes unfreezing Russian assets to revive Ukraine peace talks: Report

European delegates, however, rebuffed the proposal, which was pitched by US special envoy Steve Witkoff and US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner

Anthropic's revenue rises 45% to $16.8 billion in Q3 ahead of IPO

The company is preparing for a potential November listing, seeking to convince investors that its rapid revenue growth and improving efficiency can sustain heavy spending on computing and research

Explained: What laws protect Indian seafarers working in conflict zones

Indian seafarers often work on foreign-flagged ships in conflict zones. Here is how Indian and international laws, flag states and government agencies assist them during emergencies

Explained: What preventive detention, arrest and detention mean under law

Three CJP leaders were detained during protests at Delhi's Jantar Mantar. Here is what preventive detention, arrest and detention mean and how they differ

Reliance Consumer Products rolls out ₹20 flavoured milk in Tamil Nadu

Reliance Consumer Products Limited announced its entry into the ready-to-drink dairy market with the launch of Joyland flavoured milk in Tamil Nadu.

Cabinet extends social assistance scheme till FY31 with ₹53,428 cr outlay

The Cabinet has approved continuation of the National Social Assistance Programme for five years, with changes to disability pension eligibility and assistance rates

Cabinet approves ₹2,009 crore bonus for 1.14 mn railway employees

The productivity-linked bonus, equivalent to 78 days' wages, will benefit around 1.14 million non-gazetted railway employees, with a maximum payout of ₹17,951 per eligible employee

Absence of name from draft SIR doesn't mean deletion, ECI tells Bombay HC

Special Intensive Revision is a fresh preparation of electoral rolls and not a Special Summary Revision where the existing roll is only updated, the Election Commission said

SBI warns of 30% monthly return scams: 4 red flags investors must watch for

Fraudsters use fake testimonials, urgent deadlines and suspicious links to steal savings. Here is how to verify offers and stay safe.

Paytm's Indian investors hold over 56% stake as domestic ownership rises

Paytm remained majority Indian-owned for the third consecutive quarter, with domestic ownership crossing the 50 per cent mark in the March quarter of FY26

Delhi High Court sets 90-day notice rule for allotment of Ramlila grounds

The court has directed authorities to frame annual allotment guidelines, publish notices at least 90 days in advance, and assess competing applications using clear criteria

LIC's 3 new plans explained: Who can buy them and what do they offer

Plans cover retirement income, hospitalisation and cancer treatment. Here is what buyers should check before choosing one

Explained: What is Account Aggregator framework, and how does it work?

From November 1, financial institutions will pay a standard fee to access customer data through the Account Aggregator network. Here's how the framework works and what the new pricing means for users

Putin signs law ratifying India-Russia temporary employment agreement

India and Russia signed the agreement during Putin's state visit to New Delhi in December 2025. An agreement on cooperation to combat irregular migration was also signed at that time

FMCG majors eye stake in Farmley at potential ₹2,000 crore valuation

Emami, ITC, Britannia and Orkla India are among the companies interested in Farmley, as early investors explore a stake sale that could value the healthy snacking brand at ₹2,000 crore

Govt ambulance drivers to go on strike in Karnataka over salary hike demand

If the strike goes ahead, it would hit the state's main free emergency ambulance network, with about 3,200 ambulance drivers and EMTs unavailable from Wednesday night

Blackstone plans to invest $100 bn in India, eyes real estate, heathcare

Blackstone plans to expand its India exposure from $50 billion to $100 billion, targeting sectors including data centres, healthcare, manufacturing and financial services

Centre releases 1.4 mn tonnes sugar quota to cool prices ahead of Diwali

The Centre has released 1.4 million tonnes of sugar for the second half of October as mill prices surge; it has also cut stock limits for dealers to curb price rises ahead of Diwali

DGCA bans powerbank model after fire on Delhi-Chennai IndiGo flight

Following an onboard fire scare, the DGCA has directed airlines to prevent passengers from carrying the MOBIKINS MK-PB-04 powerbank on any flight in India

Not served with any suit: BoB responds to BR Shetty's $15 bn lawsuit

Bank of Baroda said it had not been served with the suit and could not comment on the contents of the pleadings, which had not been tested in court