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PM Modi Condoles Sri Lanka Over Cyclone Ditwah, Pledges Support
Prime Minister Modi spoke with Sri Lankan President Dissanayake, offering condolences for cyclone victims and assuring India's full support.
King Charles Strips Prince Andrew of Last Royal Titles
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Starbucks to Pay $35M to NYC Workers Over Scheduling Violations
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Trump Invites Netanyahu to White House After Gaza, Syria Talks
US President extends White House invitation to Israeli PM after phone call on disarming Hamas, Gaza peace, and warnings over Syria.
No Govt Direction to LIC on Adani Investments, Says FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister clarifies LIC's Adani Group investments were independent decisions based on due diligence and regulatory compliance, not government directives.
Thailand Plans Strategy for 2.45 Trillion Baht Silver Economy
Thailand's planning agency is crafting a national strategy to harness opportunities in the senior care market, projected to be worth 3.5 trillion baht by 2033.
India’s Current Account Deficit Narrows to $12.3 Billion in Q2 FY26
India's CAD improved to 1.3% of GDP in Q2 FY26, driven by strong services exports and remittances, while FDI turned positive.
OpenAI Invests in Thrive Holdings to Boost AI in Business Services
OpenAI partners with Thrive Capital's fund to accelerate AI adoption in accounting and IT, aiming for faster, more efficient business operations.
RBI: 98.39% of ₹2000 Banknotes Returned Since Withdrawal
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EC Calls Voter Deletion Claims ‘Politically Motivated’ in SC Affidavit
Election Commission defends Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, says allegations of mass disenfranchisement are exaggerated and politically driven.
Sitharaman Tables Two Bills for Tobacco Cess in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister introduces bills to levy a cess on tobacco to fund national security and public health, facing opposition over health warnings and citizen burden.
New Bills to Replace GST Cess on Tobacco, Pan Masala
Government proposes new levy to replace expiring GST compensation cess on tobacco products. Current tax rates for consumers will remain unchanged.
New Tobacco Cess for Health, Security Funding Replaces GST Levy
FM Nirmala Sitharaman introduces a new cess on tobacco to fund health and national security, replacing the expiring GST compensation levy. Prices may stay high or rise.
New Health Security Cess on Pan Masala: Rates, Impact and GST Changes
Government proposes production-based cess on pan masala up to ₹2,547 lakh monthly per machine to fund national security and public health initiatives.
DoT Orders Sanchar Saathi Pre-Installation on All New Phones
India mandates fraud-reporting app Sanchar Saathi on all new mobile devices within 90 days, sparking potential showdown with smartphone manufacturers.
Oakley Meta AI Glasses Launched in India: Price Starts at Rs 41,800
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Sanchar Saathi App Now Mandatory on All New Smartphones in India
DoT orders pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi on new phones to combat fraud. Learn its features, impact, and compliance deadline for brands.
Amazon Warns 300 Million Shoppers of Cyber Monday Scam Threat
Amazon alerts customers to a surge in sophisticated holiday scams using fake alerts, social media ads, and phishing to steal personal and financial data.
DoT Orders Sanchar Saathi App Pre-installed on New Phones from 2026
New smartphones sold from March 2026 must have the Sanchar Saathi app for IMEI verification and fraud prevention, as part of a major telecom security push.
Hong Kong Arrests 14 in Probe of Deadly Fire That Killed 151
Hong Kong authorities arrest 14 after investigation reveals substandard safety netting contributed to the world's deadliest residential fire since 1980, claiming 151 lives.
PM Modi Condoles Sri Lanka Over Cyclone Ditwah, Pledges Support
Prime Minister Modi spoke with Sri Lankan President Dissanayake, offering condolences for cyclone victims and assuring India's full support.
King Charles Strips Prince Andrew of Last Royal Titles
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor loses his final royal honours as the Royal Navy considers removing his vice-admiral title in a major fall from grace.
Starbucks to Pay $35M to NYC Workers Over Scheduling Violations
Starbucks settles with NYC for $38.9M over claims it denied stable schedules and cut hours for 15,000+ workers. Details on compensation and compliance.
Trump Invites Netanyahu to White House After Gaza, Syria Talks
US President extends White House invitation to Israeli PM after phone call on disarming Hamas, Gaza peace, and warnings over Syria.
No Govt Direction to LIC on Adani Investments, Says FM Sitharaman
Finance Minister clarifies LIC's Adani Group investments were independent decisions based on due diligence and regulatory compliance, not government directives.
Thailand Plans Strategy for 2.45 Trillion Baht Silver Economy
Thailand's planning agency is crafting a national strategy to harness opportunities in the senior care market, projected to be worth 3.5 trillion baht by 2033.
India’s Current Account Deficit Narrows to $12.3 Billion in Q2 FY26
India's CAD improved to 1.3% of GDP in Q2 FY26, driven by strong services exports and remittances, while FDI turned positive.
OpenAI Invests in Thrive Holdings to Boost AI in Business Services
OpenAI partners with Thrive Capital's fund to accelerate AI adoption in accounting and IT, aiming for faster, more efficient business operations.
RBI: 98.39% of ₹2000 Banknotes Returned Since Withdrawal
The Reserve Bank of India reports that over 98% of ₹2000 notes have been returned. See the latest figures and how to exchange remaining notes.
EC Calls Voter Deletion Claims ‘Politically Motivated’ in SC Affidavit
Election Commission defends Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, says allegations of mass disenfranchisement are exaggerated and politically driven.
Sitharaman Tables Two Bills for Tobacco Cess in Lok Sabha
Finance Minister introduces bills to levy a cess on tobacco to fund national security and public health, facing opposition over health warnings and citizen burden.
New Bills to Replace GST Cess on Tobacco, Pan Masala
Government proposes new levy to replace expiring GST compensation cess on tobacco products. Current tax rates for consumers will remain unchanged.
New Tobacco Cess for Health, Security Funding Replaces GST Levy
FM Nirmala Sitharaman introduces a new cess on tobacco to fund health and national security, replacing the expiring GST compensation levy. Prices may stay high or rise.
New Health Security Cess on Pan Masala: Rates, Impact and GST Changes
Government proposes production-based cess on pan masala up to ₹2,547 lakh monthly per machine to fund national security and public health initiatives.
DoT Orders Sanchar Saathi Pre-Installation on All New Phones
India mandates fraud-reporting app Sanchar Saathi on all new mobile devices within 90 days, sparking potential showdown with smartphone manufacturers.
Oakley Meta AI Glasses Launched in India: Price Starts at Rs 41,800
Meta and Oakley launch AI smart glasses in India with 12MP 3K camera, hands-free assistant. Check price, specs, and how it compares to Ray-Ban Meta.
Sanchar Saathi App Now Mandatory on All New Smartphones in India
DoT orders pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi on new phones to combat fraud. Learn its features, impact, and compliance deadline for brands.
Amazon Warns 300 Million Shoppers of Cyber Monday Scam Threat
Amazon alerts customers to a surge in sophisticated holiday scams using fake alerts, social media ads, and phishing to steal personal and financial data.
DoT Orders Sanchar Saathi App Pre-installed on New Phones from 2026
New smartphones sold from March 2026 must have the Sanchar Saathi app for IMEI verification and fraud prevention, as part of a major telecom security push.
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