Why Tata Sonsβ IPO plan faces shareholder test, structural hurdles π
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Why Tata Sonsβ IPO plan faces shareholder test, structural hurdles
Public listing of Tata holding company requires changes to its corporate status, Articles of Association and AGM nod.
Inflation generalisation: Why price pressures are spreading, and what it means for interest rates π
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πOctober 13, 2026 at 09:33AM
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Inflation generalisation: Why price pressures are spreading, and what it means for interest rates
Price rises are spreading across more goods and services, with nearly half of India's household consumption basket recording inflation above 4% in September, compared with just 16% in January.
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Jantar Mantar denotified: From London to New York, where major citiesβ protest sites are π
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πOctober 13, 2026 at 06:10PM
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Jantar Mantar denotified: From London to New York, where major citiesβ protest sites are
From Jantar Mantar to Hyde Park, a look at iconic protest sites that have shaped political movements and the history of dissent worldwide.
Hunter of underwater threats, why INS Mangrol holds importance for the Navy π
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πOctober 13, 2026 at 06:26PM
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Hunter of underwater threats, why INS Mangrol holds importance for the Navy
Why does India need ships to track underwater threats near its shores? And what capabilities does the Mahe class of anti-submarine warfare craft possess?
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Can makeup beat facial recognition tech? What Richa Chadhaβs βtutorialβ gets right, and wrong π
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πOctober 13, 2026 at 06:37PM
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Can makeup beat facial recognition tech? What Richa Chadhaβs βtutorialβ gets right, and wrong
Actor Richa Chadha suggested drawing eyes and lips on the face and concealing eyebrows. How does facial recognition work, and what can such makeup do to interfere with it?
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Why a One Piece pirate symbol appeared at Delhi protests, and what it represents π
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πOctober 13, 2026 at 08:29PM
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Why a One Piece pirate symbol appeared at Delhi protests, and what it represents
The straw-hatted pirate emblem has appeared at protests from Indonesia to Nepal, and now Delhi. What explains the appeal of the Japanese manga and anime series among young protesters?
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Explained: Keralam bill proposes first-of-its-kind framework to regulate elderly care π
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πOctober 14, 2026 at 06:39AM
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Explained: Keralam bill proposes first-of-its-kind framework to regulate elderly care
The Keralam government on Tuesday (October 13) presented the Keralam Senior Citizens (Care and Protection of Rights) Bill, 2026, in the Legislative Assembly. If passed, it would establish a framework to regulate elderly-care facilities and services, withβ¦
As AI solves complex maths problems, researchers ask: What makes a proof valuable? π
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πOctober 14, 2026 at 10:12AM
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As AI solves complex maths problems, researchers ask: What makes a proof valuable?
As AI produces mathematical results at scale, researchers are debating what should count as progress in the field. Fields Medallist Terence Tao warns against optimising solely for problem-solving, while China has launched an alliance to advance AI-drivenβ¦
βLike a conversation with a fellow mathematician over coffeeβ: How AI is reshaping maths research, careers π
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πOctober 14, 2026 at 10:32AM
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βLike a conversation with a fellow mathematician over coffeeβ: How AI is reshaping maths research, careers
As AI begins generating mathematical proofs, researchers see opportunities to accelerate discovery, alongside concerns about students' training, independent thinking and future careers.
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Why India-US trade deal remains elusive despite signs of progress π
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πOctober 14, 2026 at 11:24AM
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Why India-US trade deal remains elusive despite signs of progress
Despite some convergence on tariffs and manufacturing overcapacity, New Delhi remains concerned about the concessions Washington is seeking and the uncertainty that could persist even after a deal.
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Buying mithai in UP this festive season? Look for the use-by date π
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πOctober 14, 2026 at 04:24PM
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Buying mithai in UP this festive season? Look for the use-by date
UP sweet shops must display use-by dates on loose and stored sweets from October 15, under a new food safety directive for consumer protection. Here is what to know
Nord Stream pipeline blasts: Why a Ukrainian man is on trial in Germany π
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πOctober 14, 2026 at 06:11PM
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Nord Stream pipeline blasts: Why a Ukrainian man is on trial in Germany
Four underwater explosions ruptured the Nord Stream gas pipelines linking Russia and Germany in September 2022. A Ukrainian former army officer now faces trial in Germany over alleged involvement in the sabotage, which has strained diplomatic ties and raisedβ¦
FASTag at Delhi Airport: Can payment system be used to restrict entry? π
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πOctober 14, 2026 at 06:43PM
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FASTag at Delhi Airport: Can payment system be used to restrict entry?
NHAI officials said they had received complaints that only vehicles with active FASTag were being allowed into Terminal 3βs arrivals lane, while others were being diverted to the multi-level car parking facility nearby.
West Asia conflict: Why Indian seafarers keep sailing into Hormuz π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 06:16AM
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West Asia conflict: Why Indian seafarers keep sailing into Hormuz
Sixteen Indians have been killed in attacks on merchant ships since February, more than any other nationality. India hasnβt barred its seafarers from the conflict zone. We explain the numbers, the policy and the payouts.
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The Kigali Amendment at 10: Why Indiaβs cooling choices matter π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 06:30AM
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The Kigali Amendment at 10: Why Indiaβs cooling choices matter
The global pact to phase down hydrofluorocarbons could prevent upto 0.5 degrees Celsius of warming by 2100. But, with India's cooling demand set to more than double by 2035, efficient appliances and better refrigerant management will be crucial to it's successes.
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What is the 90-day βweeding outβ period for NEET records, and why is the matter before SC? π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 09:29AM
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What is the 90-day βweeding outβ period for NEET records, and why is the matter before SC?
NTA, which conducts NEET, says all records and documents relating to the examination will be preserved for 90 days from the date of declaration of the result. That window is about to close β and a petitioner who is disputing her result has moved SC. Whatβ¦
Why NITI Aayog wants stricter power, water checks before approving data centres π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 09:53AM
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Why NITI Aayog wants stricter power, water checks before approving data centres
NITI Aayog proposes linking data centre incentives to power and water availability, environmental safeguards and measurable economic benefits. The framework calls for grid readiness checks and stricter resource-efficiency standards as India expands AI infrastructure.
Why SC held that conversion to Islam alone does not qualify a person for BC reservation π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 11:53AM
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Why SC held that conversion to Islam alone does not qualify a person for BC reservation
The Supreme Court has upheld a Madras High Court ruling that conversion to Islam does not automatically confer Backward Class (Muslim) reservation benefits. Earlier, it ruled on Scheduled Caste protections following conversion to Christianity.
Imran Khan asked to leave India: What powers does govt have over OCI cardholders? π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 02:28PM
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Imran Khan asked to leave India: What powers does govt have over OCI cardholders?
There is no provision in the Immigration and Foreigners Act that expressly says that foreigners β such as Overseas Citizens of India β cannot attend a protest. But the law still gives the government broad powers to regulate their presence and conduct in India.
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Wealthy countriesβ debt could be hurting economies like India. Hereβs what IMF suggests π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 02:34PM
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Wealthy countriesβ debt could be hurting economies like India. Hereβs what IMF suggests
The IMF has warned that rising debt and borrowing costs in advanced economies could squeeze government finances in poorer countries. It has also recommended tax reforms to support investment, employment and growth.
How hackers overheated French supermarket fridges β and the lessons for India π
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πOctober 15, 2026 at 03:30PM
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How hackers overheated French supermarket fridges β and the lessons for India
A cyberattack on hundreds of French supermarkets disrupted refrigeration systems and spoiled food worth millions. Here is how the incident happened and what it reveals about cybersecurity risks in India.
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