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Domestic conditions conducive to rate hike
The time for a rate hike has indeed arrived. In retrospect, given the global and domestic inflationary trends, a pre-emptive rate hike would have helped (businessline, August 3 and May 4). Three factors have made a rate hike desirable: First, domestic inflati…
businessline poll: MPC seen raising rates by 25 bps this week; majority expect 50-75 bps tightening by FY27
MPC likely to hike 25 bps this week with a 50-75 bps rise by FY27, as economists forecast a neutral to hawkish shift.
SC to hear on Oct 5 pleas for suspension of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, undoing 'unauthorised' actions
The Supreme Court plans to hear pleas regarding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's alleged unilateral decisions and actions. Petitioners Rakesh Kumar Singh and Shailendra Mani Tripathi challenge Kumar's adherence to collective decision-making princip…
Rising global bond yields pose huge challenge to emerging markets: DEA secy
Economic Affairs Secretary Anuradha Thakur said heavy government borrowing and rising AI investment are increasing global demand for capital and pushing up its cost
Asian Games: PM Modi congratulates Team India, hails ‘passion and sporting spirit’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the inspiring performances of Indian athletes at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, where India clinched a remarkable total of 85 medals, including 21 golds, finishing fourth overall. The Games were highlighted by record-breaki…
ब्रेकिंग न्यूजIndia successfully demonstrates its first free-space quantum-secure communication link for over 5.5 km
In a groundbreaking trial, Indian startup QNu Labs, in collaboration with BISAG-N and IIT Gandhinagar, successfully tested free-space quantum key distribution. This trial established a secure quantum communication channel over a considerable distance, boastin…
Ex-BLRO held in Birbhum DCR case
Police arrest ex-Mohammadbazar BLRO Sabyasachi Mandal in Birbhum DCR fake receipt case; court orders 5-day custody amid stone belt revenue irregularities.
Elderly woman found dead in Thodupuzha, gold chain missing
Elderly woman Padmavathy, 72, found dead at home in Thodupuzha; gold chain missing. Postmortem cites head injury from fall; police probe chain disappearance.
CM leads BJP Nandigram push on last campaign day, eyes minority votes
Suvendu Adhikari leads BJP’s final Nandigram campaign, courts minority votes, targets Mamata; Congress raises counting venue concerns; bombs found, probe on.
Bangladesh seeks Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India
Bangladesh's government is urging India to facilitate the extradition of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina promptly. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam emphasized the need for both legal and political willingness in this process. Hasina ha…
Right-wing protesters revisit SRFTI, clash with cops
Right-wing protesters tried to breach SRFTI gates in Kolkata, clashed with police and allegedly hurled stones and bottles; students demand VC, registrar resign.
Global bond yields pose challenge for emerging markets; India sees FDI confidence: DEA Secy Anuradha Thakur
Rising global bond yields are making capital more expensive for emerging markets, but India's macroeconomic stability and record foreign direct investment inflows reflect continued investor confidence in the country's fundamentals, Anuradha Thakur, Secretary,…
Labourer killed by wife, lover; body dumped in Dehradun forest ravine
Madan Mukhiya, a labourer from Bihar, was murdered by his wife Meena Devi and her lover Lallan Sharma. This incident occurred in the Manduwala forests, where his body was found in a ravine. Mukhiya was allegedly stabbed in the neck before being disposed of by…
SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son has rare cautionary note on AI safety
In a recent statement, Masayoshi Son underscored the critical importance of international unity in managing the safety risks associated with advanced AI technologies. As AI grows increasingly capable, apprehensions about the dangers in unrestricted environmen…
Suvendu warns of ‘bedbugs’, calls for uprooting ‘anti-national forces’
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari warns of “bedbugs” as anti-national forces, calls for Hindu unity, vows UCC in 6 months, and announces Rs 1,000 crore pilgrimage circuit.
Worms in food trigger protest at Ravenshaw girls’ hostel
Ravenshaw University’s Mahanadi Girls’ Hostel students protest after allegedly finding worms in mess food; officials inspect kitchen and probe caterer.
Global focus turns to IMF's 2027 SDR review
Driven by economic growth, trade linkages and digital payment networks, India is strategically positioning the rupee for inclusion in the IMF's SDR basket
Tejashwi vows full-scale battle against NDA govt
Tejashwi Yadav accuses CEC Gyanesh Kumar of aiding BJP with “fraudulent” elections, alleges voter list deletions, vows full-scale fight; BJP denies.
Half a dozen small hybrids getting ready for Indian launch
Automakers including Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Toyota and Renault are preparing around half a dozen small hybrid vehicles for India over the next 18-24 months, drawn by lower 18% GST on compact cars and tighter CAFE 3 norms. The sub-four-metre segment’s strong …
Indian police accused of sexual harassment against journalists at protest
The allegations were made after police detained dozens of protesters demanding the resignation of the election chief over changes to voter rolls.
Bangladesh vs UAE two-day practice match: Score, result and highlights from Dubai
With Bangladesh getting ready for their one-off test against Afghanistan with a practice match against UAE, here's everything about the game and who really turned the match.
Samik writes to PM, seeks setting up of Paschimbanga Bhavan in Varanasi
Samik Bhattacharya urges PM Modi to build Paschimbanga Bhavan in Varanasi at Bangali Tola Kali temple site, along with temple renovation and preservation.
Bengalureans opposing Tunnel road project take out cycle rally
Bengaluru residents held a relay cycle rally and tree-hugging protests against tunnel road projects; RR Nagar locals opposed Nandini milk parlour on park land.
4,500 Buses Promised, Only 736 Delivered: BEST’s EV Rollout Delayed As Commuters Bear the Brunt
BEST EV bus rollout in Mumbai delayed: contractor delivered 736 of 4,500 promised buses, worsening waits and route cuts; 1,500 new e-midi buses planned.
Teen dies after fall from fourth floor of Chas building
18-year-old Priyanshu, also called Rahul, died after an alleged fall from a fourth-floor Chas building in Bokaro; police probe circumstances and await post-mortem.
Baltimore shooting: 12-year-old girl killed in crossfire after parking dispute
A 12-year-old girl was killed after being caught in the crossfire between two men who allegedly opened fire during an argument over a parking space at a
Transcript: Energy Secretary Chris Wright on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 4, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Energy Secretary Chris Wright that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Oct. 4, 2026.
Yathindra flags off Dasara Nadakusti ceremony
Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah flags off Mysuru Dasara Nadakusti pairing ceremony, launches 2026 wrestling tournament poster and urges sportsmanship.
Cornell sexual assault case: Woman at centre of rape allegations got threats to withdraw lawsuit, lawyer says
A woman who has alleged that she was drugged and raped by several Cornell University fraternity members has been threatened with harm if she does not
SIR: 778 Form-7 applications under scanner in Bengaluru’s Malleswaram
Bengaluru: Police probe 778 Form-7 deletion requests during SIR in Malleswaram after ex-Congress candidate alleges bid to remove genuine voters from rolls.