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India urges COP30 to champion adaptation, reaffirm multilateralism in global climate action
He called for strengthening and increasing the flow of public funds toward climate adaptation, while also cautioning against undermining the Paris Agreement architecture
MoD utilises over 50% of capital outlay by mid-year, paves way for faster modernisation
With major acquisitions under way, the MoD appears firmly on course to meet, and possibly exceed, its capital spending targets for FY 2025-26
India unveils ‘PM GatiShakti-Offshore’ platform to drive Blue Economy & sustainable maritime growth
The platform is a first-of-its-kind digital interface designed to support integrated planning, monitoring and management of offshore projects
Niti Aayog launches blueprint to harness deep-sea fisheries, boost India’s Blue Economy & coastal prosperity
Report suggests India to expand its fisheries footprint beyond coastal waters into deep seas within its Exclusive Economic Zone and international waters accessed through regional agreements
Consumer price inflation cools to 99-month low of 1.54% in Sept on food price correction
Analysts suggest the sharp and sustained disinflation provides ample space for the RBI to pivot toward monetary easing, even as the central bank remains cautious
Small finance banks strengthen deposit base amid profitability pressures
Between FY22 and FY25, number of SFB branches grew 1.3 times to reach 7,641, helping them broaden retail customer base and build more diversified liability franchise; reported CAGR of 28% in deposits
Manufacturing sector gains steam, points to rising output & optimism: Ficci survey
83% of manufacturers expect orders to increase further in coming months, signalling strong domestic consumption momentum heading into the festive and export-heavy season
India’s tightrope with Taliban: Opening doors, not endorsements
Reopening embassy in Kabul without formally recognizing the Taliban government is a statement of calibrated outreach, even as it signals a decisive shift in India’s Afghanistan Policy
PM launches two major agri-schemes worth ₹35,440 crore to boost farmer income, rural growth
The two schemes are: PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and Dalhan Atmanirbharta Mission. Dalhan mission is not just to increase pulse production but also to empower our future generations, the PM said
H-1B, long waits & lost dreams: Is America still worth it for Indians?
H-1B visa is now a gamble. Fewer approvals, higher fees & endless paperwork have turned the "opportunity" into a bureaucratic maze. But as US grows more guarded, other destinations are stepping in
Global 6G alliances unite in India to shape 6G as a 'global public good'
Emphasizing the importance of trustworthy-by-design networks, their joint declaration calls for development of trusted ecosystems, risk mitigation frameworks, and AI-native safeguards
Fresh flashpoint: Trump slaps 100% tariff on Chinese goods from Nov 1
Latest measure came as a response to Beijing's abrupt decision to restrict exports of rare earth minerals. He also questioned whether an upcoming meeting with President would even be “necessary"