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Bihar polls 2025: Why 'jungle raj' has become the phrase Bihar can't escape

Once a phrase for Bihar's breakdown of law and order during the Lalu era, 'jungle raj' is still echoing through the state's politics, shaping narratives and voter perceptions ahead of the 2025 polls

Election Commission announces phase two of SIR in 12 states: Check details

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said SIR exercise is being carried out in 12 states of India after several political parties raised concerns about the quality of electoral rolls

Indian Oil reports ₹7,817 cr net profit in Q2FY26, revenue up 3.9%

In Q2FY25, IOCL recorded a net loss of ₹169.58 crore on the back of a drop in average gross refining margins (GRMs)-the revenue refiners accrue from transforming each barrel of crude oil into refined

H-1B visa's ugly truth: Firms don't look to hire Americans, says investor

US entrepreneur James Fishback says American tech firms should stop hiring skilled workers from India and rely on domestic talent instead

Inside OpenAI's $1.5 trillion chip deals led by Sam Altman's inner circle

Sam Altman and his top team at OpenAI struck chip and infrastructure deals worth up to $1.5 trillion with Nvidia, AMD, Oracle and others, often without help from bankers or lawyers

Missed something in your ITR? You can still correct it with ITR-U

The extended four-year window under ITR-U gives taxpayers a chance to fix past errors, but use it wisely, say experts.

Gold loan or gold overdraft? Know the smarter way to borrow against gold

Gold loans offer structure, overdrafts offer flexibility. Here's how to pick the smarter way to borrow against your gold.

LTIMindtree inks $100 mn multi-year deal with US-based chemicals major

The partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency using artificial intelligence, automation, and process optimisation

No extra GST on tobacco; Centre plans new levy as cess period nears end

Tobacco products currently fall under the highest GST slab of 28 per cent, along with a compensation cess that varies depending on the product type

Eat well, move often, sleep better: Daily habits to beat breast cancer

Breast cancer awareness: Inherited risk explains only a fraction of breast cancer cases. Regular exercise, balanced nutrition and stress control help protect women's health and support prevention

MSME sector stays resilient in Q2, eyes festive season boost: Sidbi report

While sales sentiment softened modestly in the July-September quarter, 50 per cent of trading and 47 per cent of manufacturing MSMEs reported positive growth

From Tejashwi to Maithili Thakur, key faces in Bihar's 2025 election fight

From Tejashwi Yadav's bid for chief minister to BJP's mix of veterans and debutants, key contenders take centre stage ahead of the November 6 and 11 polls

Ukrainian film agency turned drone maker now has contracts worth $1 billion

Once a casting agency for film and television, Fire Point pivoted to building drones after the Russia-Ukraine war broke out and now has defence contracts worth $1 billion

Zerodha plans to roll out US stock trading for users from next quarter

Zerodha is developing the product under GIFT City framework, which offers regulatory clarity for international financial services and investments under the IFSCA

US to photograph green card, visa holders entering and leaving from Dec

The US will photograph all non-citizens entering and leaving the country from December 2025, expanding facial recognition checks to green card holders and children

Is your financial advisor legit? Here's how to check Sebi registration

Not all advisors are Sebi-approved. Here's how to spot the real ones and avoid scams

SC slams states and UTs over stray dogs case; summons chief secys on Nov 3

The Supreme Court noted that only West Bengal, Delhi and Telangana had filed reports on implementing the Animal Birth Control Rules, 2023, despite earlier directions to all states

2020 Delhi riots: SC defers hearing on bail pleas of Umar Khalid, others

The Supreme Court observed that the Delhi Police had sufficient time to respond, adding that in bail matters, filing additional replies is unnecessary despite a request for two more weeks

CJI BR Gavai recommends Justice Surya Kant as next Chief Justice of India

Once President Droupadi Murmu formally approves Kant's appointment, he will take over as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, and serve until February 9, 2027

SC allows Centre to reassess Vodafone Idea's AGR dues, cites policy grounds

The Supreme Court said the Centre can review Vodafone Idea's AGR dues, calling it a policy decision; the move gives relief to the debt-hit telecom firm and protects 200 million consumers