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US FTA likely after USTR investigations
AUS trade delegation is likely to visit India soon for the next round of negotiations on the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA), with discussions expected to cover all pending issues, including Washington’s Section 301 investigations against India, a source in the commerce ministry said.
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May 12, 2026
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INDIA INC'S ROLE IN VISION 2047
HE world economy is being reshaped by a confluence of unprecedented disruptions—geopolitical realignments, technological acceleration and climate transition.
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May 12, 2026
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Sanskrit must, Punjabi optional in Army schools trigger Punjab outrage
THE Army Public Schools in Punjab have introduced Sanskrit as a compulsory subject and made Punjabi optional, triggering strong reactions from parents as well as education and language advocacy groups.
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May 12, 2026
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India Inc bats for economic resilience, energy security
At a time when the West Asia crisis is disrupting global energy markets and supply chains, India Inc’s leaders like Gautam Adani, Sunil Bharti Mittal on Monday called for greater economic resilience, reduced import dependence and accelerated investments in domestic capabilities, to align India Inc’s goal with the Centre’s push for self-reliance.
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May 12, 2026
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Revised norms likely in BFI trials
IT was an eventful Monday as head coaches met the Sports Authority of India to find a solution to the selection mess surrounding Indian boxing.
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May 12, 2026
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NCERT goes hi-tech, launches digital companion for parents and teachers
THE NCERT has made extensive use of AI to launch a digital companion for parents and teachers.
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May 12, 2026
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1-man judicial panel to probe Bargi tragedy
13 DEATHS
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May 12, 2026
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UWW cannot interfere in internal affairs: Lalovic
Two-time Worlds medallist says it’s a pre-planned conspiracy to prevent her from making a comeback
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May 12, 2026
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MFs’ assets rise 11% to ₹81.9 lakh crore in April even as equity inflows fall 5%
THE assets under management of mutual funds rose 11.2% to %81.92 lakh crore in April compared to %73.73 lakh crore in March, driven by strong equity inflows, sustained SIP contributions and mark-to-market gains, showed Association of Mutual Funds of India (AMFI).
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May 12, 2026
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FIX ACCOUNTABILITY FOR MOB LYNCHING IN ODISHA
HE lynching of a railway police constable by a mob on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar has brought severe disrepute to the Mohan Majhi government.
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May 12, 2026
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Strait of Hormuz crisis triggers fertiliser squeeze ahead of Kharif season
INDIA is heading into the Kharif sowing season under mounting fertiliser pressure after the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz since February 2026 severely disrupted global supply chains for urea, DAP, ammonia, sulphur and LNG, key inputs for domestic fertiliser production.
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May 12, 2026
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'VOTER TURNOUT RISE NOT DRAMATIC IN ABSOLUTE TERMS'
‘ORMER Chief Election Commissioner ‘O P Rawat reflects on the recently concluded Assem- bly elections to explore what may be driving the rise in voter participation, wheth- er it signals a shift in aware- ness, is shaped by state-specif- ic political dynamics or is influenced by decisions of roll revisions. In an interview with Mukesh Ranjan, he also examines the interplay be- tween voter mobilisation, po- litical campaigning and public trust in the electoral system, while cautioning against drawing simplistic conclu- sions from percentage-based turnout increases alone. Excerpts:
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May 12, 2026
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Chennaiyin teenager Prakadeswaran puts his settlement on the map
S PRAKADESWARAN’s year so far has been filled with pleasant surprises.
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May 12, 2026
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New Bengal govt clears land transfer for border fencing
THE new BJP government in West Bengal, in its first cabinet meeting, approved the long-delayed transfer of land to the BSF for fencing along the border with Bangladesh.
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May 12, 2026
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Austerity pitch spooks markets, hits sentiments
Sensex down 1.7%, rupee falls to 95.31, govt reviewing pricing of petroleum products
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May 12, 2026
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Vinesh stands firm, WFI denies participation
Two-time Worlds medallist says it’s a pre-planned conspiracy to prevent her from making a comeback
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May 12, 2026
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CM keeps home, finance and health as portfolios allocated
WEST Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday distributed cabinet portfolios among the five ministers— Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Nisith Pramanik, Ashok Kirtaniaand Kshudiram
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May 12, 2026
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SHARE TO SHINE: The 13th Anniversary Theme of Art of Giving
THE meaning of sharing has always been greater than the act itself.
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May 12, 2026
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VB-G RAM G Act to come into force from July 1
NEARLY six months after Parliament passed the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAMG) Act, the Centre on Monday announced that the new Act will come into force across the country from July 1, replacing the two-decade-old MGNREGA 2005.
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May 12, 2026
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Centre may review fuel prices as OMCs stare at losses over Iran crisis
AMID growing speculation of a possible increase in petrol and diesel prices, the Union Petroleum Ministry has said that the government is reviewing the situation on all fronts, including fuel pricing.
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May 12, 2026
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Barca clinch title with El Clasico win
BARCELONA secured their 29th Spanish league title after beating Real Madrid 2-0 in the Clasico on Sunday.
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May 12, 2026
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BJP organisational rejig, cabinet revamp likely soon
AFTER the conclusion of Assembly elections in three states and one union territory, the BJP is expected to undertake a major organisational overhaul either by the end of this month or during the first week of June, party sources said.
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May 12, 2026
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Rupee hits another low of 95.31/USD; falls 39 paise
THE Indian currency tanked 82 paise on Monday closing at record low of 95.31 after the US rejected Iran’s response to the peace proposal, following which crude prices jumped to $105.5 a barrel.
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May 12, 2026
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'What is the need for girl edu?' Major backlash over Bihar minister's remarks
BIHAR’S newly appointed education minister, Mithilesh Tiwari, courted controversy on Monday when he said that girls were not required to study, as they should remain within the four walls of the house.
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May 12, 2026
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Tejas Mk-1A induction in limbo as key HAL-IAF review meeting delayed
A critical programme review between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) on the delayed Tejas Mk-1A fighter jet programme, scheduled between late April and early May, did not take place, sources in the defence establishment said.
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May 12, 2026
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Suicide bomber's attack on security post kills 14 in northwest Pakistan
THE death toll from a suicide attack on a security post in northwest Pakistan rose to 14 police officers, authorities said early Sunday, as a self-proclaimed breakaway group of the Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack.
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May 11, 2026
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Adopt zero-casualty strategy: Shah to disaster relief teams
CHAIRING a meeting to assess preparedness for floods, heat waves and other climate-related disasters, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday told officials to expand plans for developing early warning systems for glacial and high-risk lakes in the Himalayan region.
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May 11, 2026
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UAE expels Pak workers as rift widens over Iran
STRAINED TIES
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May 11, 2026
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Oppn leader's body found in Hooghly district
THE body of a man was found in Hooghly district on Sunday, with the TMC claiming that he was a party panchayat member and alleging that the number of post-poll violence deaths of its workers in West Bengal went up to six.
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May 11, 2026
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In a day, 6 killed in lightning strikes in J'khand
SIX people were killed in a lightning strike during the last 24 hours in Jharkhand.
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