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The Political and Business Daily
Book available for pre-order and published book are not same thing: Penguin on Naravane memoir
AMID a controversy over former army chief MM Naravane's \"unpublished\" book, publisher Penguin Random House India (PRHI) on Tuesday said an announcement about a book or its availability for pre-order should not be interpreted as publication.
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February 12, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Apex court terms siphoning of over ₹54,000 cr by digital fraud 'dacoity', asks Centre to frame SoP
THE Supreme Court on Monday described the siphoning of over Rs 54,000 crore by digital frauds as absolute \"robbery or dacoity\" and asked the Centre to draft a standard operating procedure in consultation with stakeholders like the RBI, banks and the Department of Telecommunications to deal with such cases.
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February 11, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Oppn may give notice for resolution to remove Speaker Birla from office
THE opposition is considering giving a notice for moving a resolution to remove Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla from office for disallowing Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders from speaking in the House on the Motion of Thanks to the President's address, as well as for the suspension of eight MPs.
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February 11, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
India's petroleum reserves can last 74 days in case of global turbulence: Minister
INDIA's strategic petroleum reserve can last 74 days to meet the demand arising out of any global turbulence, Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri told RS on Monday.
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February 11, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
India prioritises energy security through supply diversification: Foreign Secy Misri on US claim
INDIA's approach on crude oil purchases has been to maintain multiple sources of supply and diversify them to ensure stability in the energy flow, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Monday amid a swirling controversy over Washington's claim that New Delhi has agreed to stop importing Russian oil.
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February 11, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
India's GDP may grow 6.4 pc in FY27, fastest among G20 economies: Report
INDIA’s real gross domestic product (GDP) is likely to expand 6.4 per cent in fiscal 2026-27 -- the fastest among G20 economies ~ driven by strong domestic consumption and policy measures, a new report has said.
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February 11, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Bank can extend collateral free loan up to ₹25L to MSEs with good track record
THE RBI on Monday said banks can extend collateral-free loans up to Rs 25 lakh to Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) units on the basis of their good track record and financial position.
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February 11, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Technology should not enslave you, Al should not be substitute for learning: Modi tells students
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi has advised students not to let technology enslave them, saying artificial intelligence should be used for guidance and value addition, not as a substitute for learning.
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February 11, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Be flexible and persevere: Rahul Gandhi tells GenZ
CONGRESS leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said his message to Gen Z.is simple -- \"nothing in life is linear\" so \"be flexible and persevere\".
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February 10, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Hindu identity, not caste, behind 'Sarsanghchalak' selection: Mohan Bhagwat
RASHTRIYA Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday asserted that caste is not a determining factor in the selection of the organisation's Sarsanghchalak (chief or head), stating that being a Brahmin is not a prerequisite for the position, while emphasising that being a Hindu is the only qualification.
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February 10, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Will be easy to buy goods valued much more than $500 bn from US: Goyal
INDIA will have no difficulty in purchasing goods worth USD 500 billion from the US over the next five years, as envisaged under the bilateral trade pact, and in fact, this is an \"extremely\" conservative number for a country which aspires to become a USD 30 trillion economy, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Sunday.
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February 10, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Modi vows stronger India-Malaysia ties for peace and stability in region
India and Malaysia on Sunday vowed to expand their ties in the high-priority sectors of trade and investment, defence, energy, advanced manufacturing and semiconductors with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that both sides are committed to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.
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February 10, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
PM’s ‘no policy ping-pong’ doctrine anchors Budget; focus on stability, Viksit Bharat: FM
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi's emphasis on avoiding \"policy ping-pong\" has shaped the Union Budget 2026-27, which is anchored in policy stability while laying the pathways for the long-term vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' at its core, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.
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February 10, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Venture capitalists must increase support for defence startups, insists NITI Aayog
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February 10, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
'Namaste Trump scored over Howdy Modi': Congress on India-US trade pact
THE Congress on Saturday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the interim trade agreement with the US, claiming the deal is against India's interests, and that all the \"huglomacy and photo-ops\" have not amounted to much.
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February 09, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Coastal states to lead India's Blue Economy vision, AP at top: Centre
WITH coastal states leading the Blue Economy mission and industrial corridors driving advanced manufacturing, Andhra Pradesh is positioned as a key partner in India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said.
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February 09, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Trust India's strongest currency: PM, cites deals with key nations
SPOTLIGHTING the recent trade deals signed by India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that India is seen as a trusted partner for growth and trust has become the country's \"strongest currency\".
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February 09, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Bharat will become Vishwaguru not by domination but by leading from within, insists Mohan Bhagwat
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday said that Bharat will become a superpower, but it must rise as Vishwaguru as well.
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February 09, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Majhi unveils economic plan for BCPPER, calls it laboratory for development of Odisha
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday unveiled an economic plan for Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER) and said this initiative would be the state's laboratory for development and prosperity.
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February 09, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
India & US reach framework for interim trade pact; opens $30 trn market for Indian exporters
India's exports of $44 bn to US to get zero reciprocal tariffs under pact: Goyal
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February 09, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Frontline vigilance must be backed by technology: Union Home Minister Shah
EMPHASISING the need to strengthen border security through modern tools, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that while the constant vigilance of personnel deployed on the frontlines remains crucial, emerging challenges driven by advanced technology must be countered with equally advanced technological solutions.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Pakistan-occupied Kashmir’s economic situation turns from bad to worse: Report
OVER the last decade, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has experienced persistent economic stagnation and a major contributor to economic deceleration, which is getting worse, is the region’s growing fiscal vulnerability, a report has said.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
RBI keeps interest rates unchanged after US trade deal boosts outlook
THE Reserve Bank of India kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Friday, as expected, as inflation remained at manageable levels, and growth concerns eased following trade agreements with the US and the European Union.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Arrest of person by police officer cannot be simply for asking questions: SC
THE Supreme Court has said the arrest of a person cannot be for simply asking questions, holding that arrest by a police officer is a mere statutory discretion which cannot be termed as mandatory.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Digital and financial literacy need to be included in school curricula: President Murmu
PRESIDENT Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed concern over rising cyber fraud cases across the country, and stressed the need to create awareness among people about digital tools and inclusion of digital and financial literacy in school curricula.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Education shouldn't feel like burden; 'don't focus only on marks but on improving life'
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Friday advised students not to waste time on internet just because data is cheap in the country and focus on honing their life and educational skills.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
'India's cricketing talent shines': PM Modi wishes India U19 team on title win
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi led the nation’s political and sports establishment in sending congratulatory messages to the India U19 team after it clinched their record sixth title, beating England by 100 runs in Harare.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Oil, gas block sale deadline extended for the fourth time
THE government has extended the deadline for submitting bids for India’s largest oil and gas acreage offering for a fourth time, granting potential investors an additional three months, the Directorate General of Hydrocarbons said.
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February 08, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
SC directs West Bengal govt to pay DA to its employees from 2008-2019
IN a relief to nearly 20 lakh government employees, the Supreme Court on Thursday directed the West Bengal government to pay dearness allowance to them for the 2008-to-2019 period, saying it is a legally-enforceable right.
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February 07, 2026
The Political and Business Daily
Eight of 16 Indian sailors held in Iran released, in touch with authorities for release of remaining: MEA
EIGHT of the 16 Indian sailors held in Iran have been released and will be able to travel back to India soon after completing the necessary formalities, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.
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