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RSSFACTS: Mohan Bhagwat outlines RSS’s centenary goals: uniting Hindu society, maintaining an apolitical stance, and promoting global transformation rooted in cultural harmony, long-term vision, and inclusive social practices
Lifted by the Mahakumbh in Q4 and an extended wedding season, the airline saw 13% growth in available seat kilometres (ASK) and 21% growth in passengers
The unprecedented crackdown on foreign scholars launched by US President Donald Trump has opened up a golden opportunity to attract some of the world’s top talent
As of March 2025, the average time for a bankruptcy case from commencement date to approval of resolution plan was a whopping 865 days.
The RBI’s gold holdings jumped from 822.1 metric tonnes to 879.58 metric tonnes, a 57.48-tonne increase
The RBI’s forex market operations have made it a handsome profit in FY25
Sensex today | Indian benchmark indices ended lower on Friday, weighed down by mixed global cues. Broader markets, which had been resilient so far, gave in to profit-taking, with the Smallcap index snapping a five-day winning run. In contrast, PSU banks outperformed, rallying nearly 3 percent as investors cheered their robust Q4 earnings.
As Indian parliamentarians tour the globe to set the record straight on Op Sindoor and Indian democracy, there are points to ponder. India has been held up to higher standards than its hostile neighbours for good reason; it’s been the beacon of democracy among countries that emerged out of colonialism after World War II. If parliamentarians have to reiterate that, it’s likely because our own doing has led to doubts in other countries
With so much of personal and professional communication taking place over WhatsApp, there’s a gradual evolution in the manner the law is viewing it as evidence. In addition, the courts have also set boundaries on its use as evidence. A look at the status of WhatsApp communication as evidence follows
Allowing the private sector to compete to build a stealth fighter plane for IAF represents an inflection point in more ways than one. It’s a vote of confidence in the domestic manufacturing base, public and private. Furthermore, it’s a signal that the government will not let India lose its fighter combat edge on account of the China-to-Pakistan supply chain. That said, the challenge of getting a grip on an adequately powered engine remains
BAT may have sold only a 2.5 percent stake in ITC but the fall in its stake below a crucial threshold raises the risk of more sales in coming years
Stablecoins are digital currencies designed to maintain a stable value by pegging them to traditional assets, such as the US dollar, the euro, or commodities like gold
India is rapidly scaling solar manufacturing, reducing import dependence and boosting domestic capacity. To sustain momentum, upstream integration, policy clarity, and tech innovation are essential for global competitiveness and climate leadership
The latest AI advances showcase extraordinary potential to transform work, communication, and creativity. However, they also raise urgent concerns around energy consumption, equity, privacy, and inadequate governance frameworks
The Indian government fought the fake news war peddled during Operation Sindoor. Social media handles were monitored and several news channels were issued warnings. The government and the armed forces stayed vigilant and were able to thwart the misinformation war
Market surveys by Nielsen IQ show steady pick up in rural consumption in the last four quarters
Supplies are exceeding demand during daytime and vice versa in the night on spot electricity market
New areas in infrastructure such as data centres, digital infrastructure, logistics, warehousing and the like may attract PE funds, but there are myriad risks and challenges too
India's industrial production registered a modest 2.7 percent year-on-year growth in April 2025, marking a weak start to FY26 despite outperforming expectations, given the core sector's dismal 0.5 percent expansion. The sluggish performance reflects deeper structural challenges in the manufacturing sector, particularly in consumer goods production
TDP is in the midst of its three-day Mahanadu at Kadapa, the home ground of its arch-rival Jagan Reddy. Beyond the symbolism of holding its meeting there, the party is expected to announce a more substantive change, the appointment of Nara Lokesh as working president. From being dismissed as a dynast a decade ago, Lokesh has come through a trial by fire. While Chandrababu Naidu is TDP’s unquestioned leader, his son’s star is in ascent
Beijing’s aggressive investments in domestic production have strained trade relations with western partners. But can the world learn from it?
Most shareholders of listed companies still prefer real assets with predictable cash returns
President Trump's shifting trade policies are sending shockwaves through global markets and manufacturing. As port congestion rises and shipping rates spike, the world's supply chains are bracing for more disruption.
This month’s Indo-Pak conflict saw South Asia’s first drone battle, with India winning hands down. It’s unleashed a wave enthusiasm across the domestic drone ecosystem and sparked speculation on drones being a military silver bullet. A clear-eyed assessment, however, shows drones to be just one among the efficacious options. And it’s most effective when used in combination with other weaponry
