Afghanistan has announced the launch of large-scale offensive operations against Pakistani military positions along the Durand Line, marking a serious escalation in tensions between the two neighbouring countries. The development was confirmed by Taliban administration spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid in a statement posted on social media late Thursday. Taliban Statement Signals…
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Bharti Airtel Bets ₹20,000 Cr on NBFC Push
Bharti Airtel has announced a ₹20,000 crore capital infusion into its newly licensed non-banking financial company (NBFC), Airtel Money Limited, marking a decisive shift from loan distribution to direct lending. The move places the telecom major in direct competition with established players such as Jio Financial Services and Bajaj Finance…
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India Beat Zimbabwe by 72 Runs in T20 World Cup 2026
Chennai: India delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat Zimbabwe by 72 runs in a high-scoring Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup 2026. Riding on a powerful batting display and timely breakthroughs, the hosts posted 256/4 before restricting Zimbabwe well short of the target. India Post Mammoth 256/4…
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NHRC Flags Urgent Action Against Spurious Medicines
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, has called for urgent and coordinated action to curb the growing menace of spurious medicines in India. At an Open House Discussion held in hybrid mode at its New Delhi headquarters, the Commission emphasised that the proliferation of fake and substandard drugs directly…
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UPSC ESE Prelims 2026 Result Declared, Mains on June 21
New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the result of the Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026. Candidates who have qualified in the preliminary stage will now appear for the Engineering Services (Main) Examination scheduled for June 21, 2026. Prelims Held on February 8 The Engineering Services (Preliminary)…
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Tripura Launches India’s First State Innovation Mission
Agartala: In a landmark step towards strengthening state-led innovation, the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog has launched the country’s first State Innovation Mission (SIM) in Tripura. The initiative aims to embed innovation and entrepreneurship at the core of the State’s long-term development strategy. AIM 2.0 Expands to State…
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Industrial Corridors Drive India’s Manufacturing Push
India’s push to become a global manufacturing powerhouse received fresh momentum in the Union Budget 2026-27, with the announcement of an integrated East Coast Industrial Corridor featuring a key node at Durgapur. The government has also allocated ₹3,000 crore to the National Industrial Corridor Development and Implementation Trust (NICDIT), reinforcing…
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Gulmarg to Become Global Winter Sports Hub: Mandaviya
Gulmarg: Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to transforming Gulmarg into a premier global winter sports destination while addressing the closing ceremony of the second leg of the 6th Khelo India Winter Games in Jammu and Kashmir. 15-Day Winter Sports…
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NMDC, IIT Hyderabad Ink MoU for Mining R&D Boost
Hyderabad, February 26: In a significant push towards strengthening India’s mineral and metals sector, NMDC’s Research and Development Centre has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad). The collaboration aims to accelerate indigenous research in mining technologies, green steel production, and critical…
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INS Anjadip to Join Navy with Indigenous SAIL Steel
New Delhi, February 26: INS Anjadip, the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) corvette, is set to join the Indian Navy fleet, marking another milestone in India’s defence indigenisation journey. Built using special-grade steel supplied entirely by Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), the warship underscores the growing strength…