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US suspends Cognizant’s new green card filings: What it means for workers

The US Labour Department has suspended Cognizant’s ability to file new PERM applications, adding uncertainty for employees seeking employer-sponsored green cards. Here’s what the move means for Indian

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Updated On : 10 Sep 2026 | 7:27 PM IST

Old Monk dispute explained: FSSAI questions what’s really inside India’s iconic drink

Is Old Monk really rum? India’s food regulator says a disputed variant may not meet the rules to be labelled simply as “rum” due to its use of neutral spirit and added flavouring. Here’s what’s behind

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Updated On : 09 Sep 2026 | 7:23 PM IST

Apple’s first foldable iPhone: What to expect | iPhone 18 launch | iPhone 18e | A20 Pro chip

Apple’s biggest iPhone launch in years could bring the iPhone 18 Pro, new Apple Watches and AirPods — and potentially the company’s first-ever foldable iPhone. Here’s everything to expect from Apple’s

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Updated On : 09 Sep 2026 | 7:19 PM IST

Crypto, gold or stocks? What’s the better bet for the next decade? | Investing Tips

Bitcoin, gold or stocks — where should you put your money? Each asset plays a different role, but which one is best for long-term wealth creation? Here’s what experts say about returns, risk.

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Updated On : 08 Sep 2026 | 12:33 PM IST

Seven dead in Satya Niketan collapse: What went wrong? | NDRF | Delhi building collapse

Six people were killed and 11 rescued after a five-storey building collapsed in Delhi’s Satya Niketan during renovation work. Investigators are probing unauthorised construction, structural damage.

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Updated On : 07 Sep 2026 | 7:22 PM IST

Anthropic’s Claude can now operate lab equipment: Here’s how

Anthropic is giving AI agents like Claude the ability to interact directly with laboratory equipment—from microscopes and lasers to robotic arms.

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Updated On : 31 Aug 2026 | 8:38 PM IST

India wanted warning labels on junk food: Why did companies push back? | Hygiene | Food safety

India has debated warning labels on junk food for years. Now, food companies are pushing back. Why are they opposing prominent front-of-pack warnings—and what could it mean for consumers?

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Updated On : 27 Aug 2026 | 12:42 PM IST

PM CARES donations fall 30%, but fund balance hits record ₹8,452 crore

Donations to the PM CARES Fund fell sharply in FY25. Spending also dropped to a five-year low. Yet, the fund’s balance rose to a record ₹8,452 crore. Here’s what the latest audited accounts show.

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Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 12:45 PM IST

Defence Ministry notifies sixth indigenisation list of 405 items: What’s on the list

India is pushing harder to reduce defence imports, with 405 critical items now added to its sixth Positive Indigenisation List. From helicopters, tanks and missiles to radars and ammunition.

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Updated On : 20 Aug 2026 | 12:39 PM IST

What has India approved under its ₹7,877 crore electronics push?

The government has approved 31 new electronics component projects worth ₹7,877 crore under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme. The approvals are aimed at deepening local manufacturing.

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Updated On : 19 Aug 2026 | 9:08 PM IST

India Inc posts blockbuster Q1, but why are margins shrinking

India Inc started FY27 on a strong note, with listed companies reporting their fastest revenue growth in 15 quarters. But rising energy and raw material costs squeezed margins, even as profits grew.

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Updated On : 17 Aug 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

73% drop out before class 12: Why are India’s students disappearing?

Nearly 73% of students in India do not make it from primary to higher secondary, according to findings cited by a parliamentary panel based on UDISE+ 2024-25 data. As enrolment falls sharply across.

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Updated On : 17 Aug 2026 | 6:46 PM IST

UPI has been free for 10 years: Why is India debating charges now? Digital payment

India’s UPI network has grown from just 373 transactions in its first month to more than 23 billion transactions in a single month. But as the system scales, a bigger question is emerging.

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Updated On : 14 Aug 2026 | 9:19 PM IST

Jharkhand exam row: Why thousands of Jharkhand job aspirants are protesting | JPSC

Weeks after a major youth protest in Delhi over examination paper leaks, another agitation is gathering momentum in Jharkhand. Thousands of students and government-job aspirants in Ranchi.

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Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 7:54 PM IST

Abu Dhabi offers free UAE visas to Indian tourists: Who is eligible

Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) has launched a three-month scheme offering complimentary UAE entry visas to eligible India.

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Updated On : 11 Aug 2026 | 7:51 PM IST

How Indian investors are becoming the stock market’s biggest force | Share market news | Investment

Domestic investors are pouring record amounts into Indian equities, helping offset heavy foreign investor selling. Here’s how DIIs are reshaping Dalal Street, where they are investing.

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Updated On : 10 Aug 2026 | 8:52 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh’s defence policy: How the state plans to attract aerospace investments

Uttar Pradesh’s defence policy aims to attract aerospace and defence investments by offering incentives and building a stronger manufacturing ecosystem.

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Updated On : 10 Aug 2026 | 4:21 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh's Plug and Play Shed Policy: Ready factories for smaller businesses

Uttar Pradesh’s Plug and Play Shed Policy aims to give smaller businesses access to ready-to-use industrial spaces with lower upfront costs. Here’s how the policy works

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Updated On : 10 Aug 2026 | 4:16 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh’s Electronics Component Policy: A push to build India’s supply chain

Uttar Pradesh’s new Electronics Component Policy aims to attract investment, boost local manufacturing and reduce India’s dependence on imports.

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Updated On : 10 Aug 2026 | 4:09 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh’s Bio-plastic Policy: Can it build India’s PLA manufacturing hub

Uttar Pradesh’s Bio-plastic Policy aims to promote PLA and other bio-based materials while encouraging investment in sustainable manufacturing.

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Updated On : 10 Aug 2026 | 4:04 PM IST