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India is on track to continue as the fastest-growing economy among G-20 nations in the upcoming financial year. The country’s real GDP expected to expand by 6.4% in fiscal 2026-27, according to a recent report by Moody’s Ratings. The brokerage also predicted that over the next 12-18 months, banking sector will remain stable, thaks to…
Four out of ten cancer cases can be avoided, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said on the eve of World Cancer Day. Citing the findings of a new global analysis, the UN health agency said three cancer types – lung, stomach and cervical cancer – accounted for nearly half of all preventable cancer cases in…
Transactional Model Of Relationship NEW DELHI: The India-US trade deal allows both sides to get the relationship back on to an even keel, but whether it can lead to long-term stability in ties remains open to question.The importance of the agreement, even if conditional, cannot be overstated as it allows India and the US to…
India-US trade deal (AI image) India-US trade deal: While the announcement of India-US trade deal brought a welcome relief rally in domestic stock markets and cheered exporters, a lot still remains unknown about the key details of the trade agreement. The biggest takeaway from US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s social posts…
Filmmaker Muzaffar Ali voices his dismay at Bollywood’s drift from its roots in poetry and cultural cohesion, drawing attention to the lasting charm of ‘Umrao Jaan.’ He warns that art loses its essence when hurried for fast results, urging that true beauty springs from heartfelt expression, not tumult. Muzaffar Ali says the Bollywood he knew,…
Oracle is defending its substantial AI partnership with OpenAI amidst reports of potential job cuts to fund infrastructure. Despite a stalled Nvidia deal, Oracle remains confident in OpenAI’s funding capabilities. However, the company’s massive debt and market cap decline raise investor concerns about its ambitious AI spending plans. Oracle has publicly defended its partnership with…
Planning to visit a bank in February? It’s smart to check the holiday schedule first, as an unexpected closure can turn a quick errand into a wasted trip. In India, banks observe both national and state-specific holidays, so closure dates may differ from one region to another. In India, bank holidays include both national and…
Union Budget 2026–27 is just a day away and investors are seeking clarity on whether stock markets will operate or remain shut. The Budget is scheduled to be presented on February 1, which falls on a Sunday, raising questions over market activity as stock exchanges typically remain closed on weekends. Will stock market remain closed…
NEW DELHI: The security forces intensified their anti-terror operation in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir against three Jaish terrorists. The operation launched in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar has also led to the continued suspension of internet services.Areas within the 6km range covering Singpura, Arigam Dwathar and Naidgam also continue to face internet…
Nipah virus is a global concern right now after two cases were identified from West Bengal. The virus spreads from animals, mainly fruit bats, to humans, sometimes through contaminated food like raw date palm sap, and other times from one person to another. And once it spreads between humans, it can be deadly fast. With…
