Rishika Agarwal

Cabinet clears ₹7,332-cr revamp and extension of PM SVANidhi till 2030

The restructured scheme, set to benefit 11.5 mn vendors, raises loan limits, introduces UPI-linked RuPay cards, digital cashback, and capacity-building initiatives

Pro-Khalistani terrorist Pannun defends Sikh driver who killed 3 in Florida

Stating that Pannun has been in touch with Singh over the last two days, the former said the incident was not an intentional act but a misjudgment

Trump 50% tariff: How India stacks up against Asian, Latin American peers

India's effective tariff rate has soared to 50 per cent, while its peers face lesser tariffs despite their larger trade surpluses with the US

MAI urges govt to keep movie tickets priced up to ₹300 in 5% GST bracket

The Multiplex Association of India argued that such a move will boost affordability while also helping firms expand their presence

Exxon Mobil exploring return to Russia's Sakhalin: Here's what we know

After its 2022 exit, Exxon is exploring a return to Russia's Sakhalin-1 project. The firm has been in talks with Russian energy major Rosneft, as Putin signals openness during Alaska summit

Japanese media firms sue Perplexity over copyright issues: What we know

Through this move, Japan has joined a growing list of Western media companies taking legal action against Perplexity

Are export sectors in the firing line? Markets brace for tariff fallout

From textiles and gems to auto parts and seafood, Indian exporters brace for shrinking US orders, job losses, and weaker earnings as Trump's tariff surge takes effect on August 27

'Ghar se nikalte hi' fame Mayoori Kango joins Publicis Global Delivery

Former actor Mayoori Kango, best known for song 'Ghar Se Nikalte Hi', has been appointed CEO of Publicis Global Delivery after a six-year stint at Google

Indian boss abroad asks staff to log off at 7 pm; internet users react

An employee shared how his Indian boss in a foreign firm asks him to log off at 7 pm, sparking debates on work culture, remote work, and work-life balance in India

BSNL to add 3-4 lakh 4G sites, bets on affordability over tariff hikes

State-run BSNL plans a major 4G expansion with a tender for new sites, restricted to Indian vendors, as it targets affordability and positions itself against private rivals

Delhi HC quashes order directing university to disclose PM Modi's degree

DU had initially filed a plea in 2017 against CIC order that allowed inspection of student records from the BA batch of 1978, same year when PM Modi has appeared for examinations

Hindustan Zinc exploring opportunities in rare earths, critical minerals

HZL Chairperson Priya Agarwal Hebbar said the company is pursuing rare earths, lithium, and other critical minerals, while seeking AI- and drone-led global collaborations

Fitch affirms India ratings at BBB- with stable outlook on robust growth

Strong demand and solid external finances support rating; high debt and fiscal gaps remain key constraints, Fitch says

SC tells Samay Raina, others to apologise for remarks on differently abled

Top court observed that humour cannot breach sensibilities; penalty for comedians in the insensitive remarks case to be decided at next hearing

Diamond rush in Andhra: Rain-washed soil draws farmers, fortune hunters

From Jonnagiri to Peravali in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, villagers and outsiders are digging rain-washed soils for diamonds, a tradition that has turned farmers into millionaires

Typhoon Kajiki nears Vietnam: Areas at risk, forecast, and key updates

Typhoon Kajiki is approaching Vietnam's northern coast with winds up to 200 km/h. Authorities warn of floods, storm surges, and heavy rains, triggering mass evacuations

Delhi Metro travel gets costlier from today, check the new fares here

Commuters will pay higher fares on the Delhi Metro, with hikes of ₹1-₹4 across regular routes and up to ₹5 on the Airport Express Line

RBI names Indranil Bhattacharyya as new MPC member ahead of October meet

The RBI Board approved Bhattacharyya's nomination as an ex officio MPC member, replacing Rajiv Ranjan

No USAID funds used for voter turnout in India, govt tells Rajya Sabha

MoS for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said the US Embassy confirmed no voter turnout projects were run in India between 2014-24

Dogs to be released in same area after sterlisation: SC modifies order

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has been directed to create designated feeding areas for stray dogs in each municipal ward