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Govt starts audit of automated vehicle test centres
The audit aims to reduce the number of unfit and end-of-life vehicles on Indian roads. HT
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February 20, 2026
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Why hope and disappointment always seem to co-exist in India
Travelling around the country and meeting people is an uplifting experience but there’s also much that can dampen spirits
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February 20, 2026
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Indian IT's deals with Al firms mirror successful past pivots
TCS and Infosys have pivoted to collaboration with AI platforms OpenAl and Anthropic.
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February 20, 2026
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Sarvam charts alternative path to Big Tech’s AI monetization playbook
Sarvam Al, an IIT Madras-incubated artificial intelligence startup that has launched three foundational models, is aiming for commercial success with a ChatGPT-like application it plans to release soon.
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February 20, 2026
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FPI ownership in NSE-listed firms shrinks to 15-year low
Change of guard
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February 20, 2026
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DBS targets ‘mass affluent’ in pivot to universal banking
CEO says the bank stands out among its peers, which largely cater to cos and the super-rich
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February 20, 2026
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CGHS centres to hold drug buffer stock
The government has mandated a three-month buffer stock of medicines under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), which covers 4.2 million beneficiaries across 81 cities, in a move aimed at tackling recurring shortages and potentially boosting medicine sales while also keeping an eye on quality, according to two government officials and documents reviewed by Mint.
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February 20, 2026
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DGCA wants slice of passenger fees
India's aviation regulator is seeking a shift to a self-sustaining funding model, including receiving a share of passenger fees, as part of a broader push to reduce dependence on budgetary support and gain greater institutional autonomy, according to a senior government official and a copy of the proposal reviewed by Mint.
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February 20, 2026
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Navitaire outage briefly halts IndiGo, Akasa, AIX check-ins
A global technology outage involving airline reservation platform Navitaire briefly disrupted operations of carriers including IndiGo and Akasa Air on Thursday morning for about half an hour, before systems were restored, according to two people familiar with the matter.
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February 20, 2026
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Embraer plans India MRO facility
The MRO facility will provide comprehensive maintenance for the C-390 fleet.
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February 20, 2026
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Our statistics must keep up with digital advances
Globally, as digital technology transforms economies, statistics struggle to reflect economic reality. While India has been updating its gauges, these might soon need to evolve further
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February 20, 2026
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Data centres in space? Let's hope AI eases life on Earth
Every week, the claims for artificial intelligence (AI) become more stratospheric.
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February 20, 2026
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India likely to join alliance on AI and critical minerals
India is likely to formally join a US-led strategic alliance, known as “Pax Silica”, which is aimed at building a resilient supply chain for critical minerals and artificial intelligence.
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February 20, 2026
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Waaree’s ₹8,000 cr battery plant in AP
Waaree Energies, a renewable energy company, will set up an integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory in Andhra Pradesh at an outlay of over ₹8,000 crore.
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February 20, 2026
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How chefs are leading Chinese cuisine’s fine-dining rise
Upscale restaurants in the US are challenging the long-hold belief that Chinese food should be cheap
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February 20, 2026
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U.S. gathers the most air power in the Mideast since the 2003 Iraq invasion
US. is ready to strike Iran but President Trump hasn't yet decided to do so
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February 20, 2026
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Maruti's EV foray
This week, Maruti Suzuki India launched eVitara, its first electric vehicle (EV) offering.
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February 19, 2026
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Vance says Iran is ignoring core U.S. demands in talks
Vice President JD Vance said Iran had failed to acknowledge core U.S. demands in talks here Tuesday, after which Washington said it had agreed to give Tehran two weeks to close the gaps between the sides.
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February 19, 2026
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Nissan bets on new models, sales boost
Japanese automaker Nissan is lining up multiple products and bolstering its sales infrastructure as it places 2026 as the year of resurgence for the brand in India.
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February 19, 2026
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Qualcomm pledges $150 mn for Indian AI startups
American chipmaker Qualcomm Inc has set aside $150 million for a dedicated venture capital fund targeting artificial intelligence (AI) startups in India, chief executive Cristiano Amon said on Wednesday.
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February 19, 2026
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Reits: retail gateway to premium realty
Real estate has long been a preferred investment for Indians, but commercial property ownership carries high entry barriers—from big upfront costs, long-tenure loan, maintenance hassles and tenant management, and liquidity constraints make direct ownership onerous.
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February 19, 2026
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Airports lose their bargaining power in airline bankruptcies
Stressed airlines may now be less willing to pay advance deposits or accept stricter credit terms
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February 19, 2026
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Chinese equipment import norms eased
India has begun easing its restrictions on buying Chinese equipment after a deadly 2020 border clash
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February 19, 2026
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The phantom stealth fighter that exposes Europe's deep divisions over defense
Duplicated efforts, fragmented industry and soured collaborations are among reasons region isn’t getting more bang for its defense buck
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February 19, 2026
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India is just 4% of world market: investors need global exposure
Viram Shah, co-founder and chief executive officer, Vested Finance, and Vaibhav Shah, head of products, business strategy, and international business, Mirae Asset Investment Managers (India), explained how investors can diversify abroad despite overseas investing limits in mutual funds, which have limited overseas investment options for investors at the Mint Money Festival 2026.
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February 19, 2026
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WILL SAJJAN JINDAL'S AUTO GAMBLE PAY OFF?
JSW Group is betting on hybrids and EVs to disrupt the tight control four companies exert over India’s car market
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February 19, 2026
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HUL plans to invest ₹2k cr in 2 yrs to add capacity
Fast-moving consumer goods player HUL on Wednesday said it will invest ₹2,000 crore to enhance manufacturing capacity in fast-growing premium categories across beauty and well-being and home care segments.
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February 19, 2026
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Modi meets European heads, discusses AI-backed growth
Prime Minister Modi met Spanish president Pedro Sánchez and Finland PM Petteri Orpo
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February 19, 2026
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ICE MT leases GCC space in Pune
ICE MT India Pvt. Ltd, a subsidiary of US financial services firm Intercontinental Exchange Inc., has opened a 193,053 sq. ft global capability centre (GCC) at Pune’s Magarpatta Cybercity business park.
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February 19, 2026
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Lagarde set to make early exit from ECB
An early departure by Christine Lagarde could narrow the field of candidates vying to succeed her as European Central Bank president.
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