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What is the Power Gap Index the Economic Survey cites for the first time?

The Economic Survey 2025-26 cites the Power Gap Index to show that India is operating below its full strategic potential despite strong economic, military and demographic fundamentals

Locker items lost, damaged or stolen: How much are banks liable for?

Under RBI's locker framework, a bank's liability is limited to 100 times the annual locker rent

Stray dogs case: SC reserves order on pleas against earlier rulings

The Supreme Court also directed the Animal Welfare Board of India to process applications from NGOs seeking permission to set up animal shelters or animal birth control facilities

Critical minerals, nuclear push crucial to India's climate plan: Eco Survey

The Economic Survey says India plans a development-centred climate strategy that integrates adaptation, mitigation and behaviour change while strengthening energy security

PFRDA's Swasthya Pension Scheme explained: where it helps, risks involved

Designed as a healthcare buffer under NPS, not a substitute for full health cover, says experts

Why Economic Survey says women-led growth needs care and mobility reforms

The Economic Survey says rising female workforce participation must be backed by safer mobility, care infrastructure and flexible work to unlock women-led growth and shared domestic responsibilities

Could bamboo shoots be the world's next superfood? New study says yes

Scientists say edible bamboo shoots offer key nutrients, metabolic benefits and anti-inflammatory properties, while having a far lower environmental footprint than many conventional food crops

Manufacturing is macroeconomic insurance, not nostalgia: Economic Survey

Economic Survey 2026 says that in a fragmented global economy, manufacturing is closely tied to external and currency stability, warning that services alone cannot offset rising global pressures

'India is an oasis of macro stability in a turbulent world': CEA Nageswaran

India remains economically stable despite global uncertainty, with strong growth, low inflation and rising forex reserves, CEA Anantha Nageswaran said after the Economic Survey was tabled

Eco Survey suggests AI Economic Council for India: What it is, key details

The Survey stressed that India's artificial intelligence rules must suit national needs, especially the country's large workforce

Economic Survey 2025-26 flags the need for India's own AI solutions

It said that India is among the top contributors to global AI research, has a large pool of technical talent, and has one of the most AI-aware workforces in the world

The Economic Survey's global outlook: A world that has structurally changed

Economic Survey 2026 says India is better placed than many economies due to strong macro fundamentals, but warns these buffers will not fully insulate it from global volatility

Adani Power Q3FY26 results: Profit falls 19% to ₹2,480 cr, revenue down 9%

Adani Power attributed the decline in Q3 profit to lower one-time prior period income recognised during the quarter, as compared to the corresponding quarter of FY25

Freedom of speech no licence for defamatory online campaigns: Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court clarified that freedom of speech is not absolute and does not extend to defamatory or malicious content on social media platforms

Senior citizen fixed deposit rates at 6.8-8.1%: Check offers by top banks

Small finance banks are outperforming their larger rivals by offering senior citizens premium yields of over 8%, providing a crucial safety net for retirement income

India's obesity crisis is now an economic threat, warns Economic Survey

Economic Survey 2025-26 flags rising obesity and ultra-processed food intake as risks to productivity, healthcare spending and public finances, calling for policy action beyond consumer awareness

Fixed deposit rates at 5-8%: Check latest offers from various banks

Small finance banks outperforming public sector rivals by offering retail deposit rates of up to 8%

SC stays implementation of new UGC norms; 2012 regulations to continue

The Supreme Court observed that there is complete vagueness in Regulation 3 (C) (which defines caste-based discrimination), and it can be misused

Eco Survey highlights: Domestic demand in focus amid global uncertainties

India's economy is expected to grow 6.8-7.2% in 2026-27; exports, domestic demand and reforms support growth, while global trade tensions pose some risks

Spanish researchers report major pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice

Scientists in Spain have reported a promising pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice, where a triple-drug therapy eliminated tumours by targeting the KRAS pathway, one of deadliest cancer mechanisms