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Campbell Wilson on Air India: 'Wonderful experience' and a 'privilege' to be part of its history; wishes airline a world-class future

Former Air India CEO and MD Wilson described his tenure as a privilege and wished Air India well in its journey to becoming a world-class airline. The transition comes amid scrutiny over an alleged immigration lapse involving three foreign nationals who reportedly left Delhi airport without completing mandatory clearance, with…

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Credit for the next 50 crore: How PhonePe’s new co-branded cards target India’s underserved

At GFF 2026, PhonePe unveiled a suite of co-branded credit cards with HDFC Bank and SBI, plus the Wishcard for consumers with limited or no credit history. The products build on UPI-era behaviour to tap into formal credit, aiming to bring rewards, flexibility and credit-history building to Gen Z, homemakers,…

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Masood Azhar bounty: India calls Pakistan’s Rs 7 million reward a 'gimmick'; asks Islamabad to take concrete action, not make 'phoney' announcements

India has dismissed Pakistan's bounty announcement on Masood Azhar as a mere gimmick. New Delhi insists Pakistan must take concrete actions against terrorism and not make announcements. Pakistan faces scrutiny from the FATF regarding its anti-terrorism financing efforts. The country was previously on the FATF grey list for deficiencies in…

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No smartphone, no internet? PhonePe brings UPI to 220 million feature-phone users

At the Global Fintech Fest 2026 in Mumbai, PhonePe announced UPI 123Pay support for its app on feature phones, taking the SMS-based, internet-free payments stack pre-loaded on HMD, Nokia, Lava and itel handsets to 200 million-plus Indians still on basic phones.

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School Holiday Tomorrow, September 16, 2026: Are schools closed due to heavy rain? check state-wise updates

School Holiday: On September 16, 2026, the majority of Indian schools will maintain regular operations, with Odisha being the notable exception as schools there are anticipated to be closed. Additionally, states such as Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand may experience localized school closures. It is advisable for parents to confirm the…

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Indian-origin UK nurse Agimol Pradeep wins Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026, receives $250,000 prize

Agimol Pradeep, an Indian-origin nurse, won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2026. She received $250,000 for her work promoting organ and stem-cell donation awareness. Pradeep will use half the prize money to expand Upahaar's mission for patients needing transplants. The award recognized her leadership and impact in nursing globally.…

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India’s current account deficit more than doubles to $7 billion in July as trade gap expands

India's current account deficit grew to seven billion dollars in July. This widening gap occurred as merchandise imports outpaced exports significantly. The goods trade deficit reached one hundred seventeen point eight billion dollars. Services exports improved, and transfer receipts also saw an increase. These factors combined to widen the overall…

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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces Rs 27,000 crore shipyard project and Rs 7.5 lakh crore loan for sugar factories

Maharashtra's Chief Minister announced a significant ₹27,000 crore shipyard project. This new facility will become India's largest for shipbuilding and ship repair. A ₹7.5 lakh crore loan was also announced for sugar factories. This financial scheme will benefit farmers and the government will pay interest. Maintaining law and order remains…

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Afghanistan vs India, 2nd T20I Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs AFG match online in India

AFG vs IND 2nd T20I Live Streaming: In a bid to clinch the T20I series against Afghanistan, India gears up for the crucial second match. Openers like Abhishek Sharma have shone bright, with a blistering half-century in the first game. However, the absence of spinner Varun Chakaravarthy due to injury…

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India-China trade reset: New talks begin on trade concerns, supply chains; more meetings expected

India-China trade reset: India and China have begun discussions to address key bilateral trade concerns, with a focus on structural trade imbalances and supply chain issues. Both sides are working to understand each other's positions on various trade-related matters. Further meetings are expected to take the discussions forward, with the…

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Piyush Goyal to visit US for G20 trade talks as India eyes key FTA milestones

Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will visit the United States for a G20 trade meeting. He will hold bilateral discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer during his visit. Ongoing free trade agreement negotiations between India and the US will be discussed. The India-European Union free trade pact is expected…

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Afghanistan vs India Playing 11: Will Vaibhav Sooryavanshi return? Varun Chakravarthy’s injury puts spotlight on India’s XI for 2nd T20I

AFG vs IND Playing 11: India triumphed with a commanding seven-wicket win in their first T20I clash; however, alterations to the lineup are under consideration for the next match. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's potential return as an opener is on the table, while spinner Varun Chakravarthy may be sidelined for the entire…

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Will fixed deposit interest rates go up in October as inflation rises?

Recent data reveals a rise in Consumer Price Index inflation, now at 4.8 percent, spurring predictions of possible interest rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of India. This inflation surge is pressuring banks to elevate fixed deposit interest rates amidst fierce competition from government securities and appealing returns from small…

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School Assembly News Headlines, September 16, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day

School assembly news headlines (September 16):Delhi is set to develop hostels catering to 10,000 students, while Google faces scrutiny concerning fraudulent Gmail accounts. The Supreme Court has issued a notice to regulate educational institutes. Dinesh Sharma has officially taken his oath as the lieutenant governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.…

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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE: 7 Key Features You Should Know

Samsung has added another phone to its range of premium smartphones in India through the launch of Galaxy S26 FE smartphone which will serve those customers who wish to enjoy features of a flagship but without upgrading to the costliest Samsung phones. The newly launched smartphone includes the Exynos 2500…

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Retail inflation at 4.8 per cent highest in 12 yrs of Modi govt: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi acknowledged rising retail inflation, citing El Nino and natural calamities as causes. He stated efforts are underway to bring inflation under control, contrasting it with past UPA tenures. The minister also promoted the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan campaign for public input. This initiative aims to gather ideas…

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Rashmika Mandanna to play MS Subbulakshmi in biopic: Who was the Bharat Ratna awardee who made history for India at the UN?

Rashmika Mandanna will portray legendary Carnatic vocalist M.S. Subbulakshmi in an upcoming biopic directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, with Anirudh Ravichander composing the music. Launched in Chennai on her 110th birth anniversary, the film will explore the life and legacy of the Bharat Ratna awardee, who made history with her 1966…

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UPI charge is just tax collection: Ashneer Grover calls out government wanting to charge on payments above Rs 2,000 while banks are making crores in profits

Ashneer Grover has called any charge on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000 plain tax collection, days after the government exempted only smaller payments from bank charges and cleared a legal path for a Merchant Discount Rate on larger UPI transactions.

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South Korea visa services now available at six VFS Global centres across South Asia

VFS Global has expanded South Korea visa services to six centres across India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Four centres operate in India—New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai and Kolkata—while Dhaka and Colombo have recently joined the network as demand for Korea visas grows across South Asia.

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Rupee slumps 38 paise to close at 95.92 against US dollar

The rupee fell 38 paise to close at 95.92 against the US dollar on Tuesday. Escalating Middle East conflict and soaring Brent crude oil prices weighed on the currency. Surging dollar demand from oil importers raised inflation and trade balance concerns. Domestic markets weakened, while global treasury yields and a…

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India's August soyoil, palm oil imports rise on stocking

India’s soyoil imports hit a record in August as refiners stocked up for the festival season, while palm oil purchases reached a six-month high. Overall edible oil imports climbed to an 11-month high of 1.57 million tonnes, with heavy buying also causing congestion at major ports.

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India unemployment rate dips to 5% in August; rural job market drives improvement

India's unemployment rate for adults (15+) dipped slightly to 5% in August, down from 5.1% in July. This is even better than the 5.2% economists had predicted in a Reuters poll, suggesting a positive trend in the job market.

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RBI may hike repo rate 25 bps each in October, December, analysts say

Analysts expect the Reserve Bank of India to raise key policy rates soon. Headline inflation is projected to rise further, influencing this decision. Global factors like oil prices and US Federal Reserve actions also play a role. Economists suggest two rate hikes in October and December this year. This move…

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Zoo owned by India’s richest family denies stealing endangered lemurs

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Asian Games 2026: 10 Indian athletes to watch as India chases another 100-medal haul

India aims for a strong showing at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Several athletes across shooting, archery, and badminton are identified as key medal contenders. Mirabai Chanu and Avinash Sable are also highlighted for their potential contributions. Wrestling stars Aman Sehrawat and Sujeet Kalkal are expected to add to…

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