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Govt Launches Exploration Licence for Critical Minerals

The licenses are for minerals like REE, copper, diamond, zinc, PGE and others

Climate Funding in Doubt as Donors Squeeze Aid

There are growing doubts about a pledge by rich nations to provide more climate finance to poorer nations, as foreign aid budgets are slashed and the US guts environmental spending.

Greenland's Election Winners Reject Trump's Island Bid

Greenland's likely new prime minister on Wednesday rejected US President Donald Trump's effort to take control of the island, saying Greenlanders must be allowed to decide their own future as it moves toward independence from Denmark.

Man who mowed down four with relative's Mercedes held

A 22-year-old man from Uttar Pradesh was arrested on Thursday from ISBT area of Dehradun for allegedly crushing to death four labourers and injuring two others in Rajpur area of the capital city on Wednesday evening, a senior police officer said.

ICC detains ex-Philippine prez for crimes against humanity

The International Criminal Court took custody of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday on a warrant accusing him of crimes against humanity for deadly anti-drugs crackdowns he oversaw while in office.

John's Thriller, Based on a Real-Life Incident, Falls Short of Perfection

Right off the bat, there's something about The Diplomat holding me back from awarding it 4 stars. It ticks all the boxes on the checklist for a decent thriller, yet it isn't nearly a perfect watch.

FIR AGAINST JD(U) MLA FOR SINGING RAUNCHY SONGS

Controversial Janata Dal United JD(U) MLA, Narendra Kumar Niraj alias Gopal Mandal and others were booked by Bihar's Naugachhia police on the charge of dancing and singing vulgar double meaning songs at a public place on March 10.

Trai to limit satellite permits to 5 yrs, defying Starlink

India's telecom regulator plans to recommend that satellite broadband spectrum be allotted for around five years to assess initial market adoption, defying Elon Musk's Starlink, which is seeking a 20-year permit, said a senior government source.

Former CS to Head 7th State Finance Commission

The state government on Thursday set up the seventh state finance commission (SFC) to review the financial position of the rural and urban local bodies, steps needed for improving the financial condition of local bodies and percentage distribution of proceeds of taxes, fees that can be levied by the state among the local bodies.

DC Ready For The WPL Final: Jemimah Rodrigues

Delhi Capitals vice-captain Jemimah Rodrigues emphasised that the long gap between the last league match and the Women's Premier League final has revitalised the team, and said it will work to her side's \"advantage\" in the title clash.

Trump Accuses Ireland Of Cheating US Amid Premier's Visit To DC

President Donald Trump welcomed Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin on Wednesday for the annual St. Patrick's Day celebration at the White House, where he added Ireland to the list of countries he says are taking advantage of the U.S.

DM Forms Panel After Women Stage Stir For Shifting Of Liquor Shop

Days after the women residents of a locality in Bahadrabad began their protests demanding shifting the liquor shop from their area, Haridwar district magistrate on Thursday said that a committee has been formed and due action will be taken after getting their report.

A pact to secure the Indian Ocean region

The agreements signed with Mauritius during PM Narendra Modi's visit to bolster defence and security cooperation will help shore up maritime domain awareness and enable the Indian Ocean island-nation to more effectively police its exclusive economic zone of more than two million square kilometres.

SBI to set up unit to manage AI, project financing solutions

State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, is setting up a unit to manage project financing solutions for \"new age industries\" such as artificial intelligence, e-commerce, and fintech, according to a senior executive.

Alcaraz blows past Dimitrov into Indian Wells quarter-finals

Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz wasn't about to be blown off course in his pursuit of a rare three-peat in the Indian Wells ATP Masters on Wednesday.

Allrounder who had the final say in India's historic victories in 1971

Syed Abid Ali, former all-rounder and a key member of the Indian cricket team who applied the finishing touches to two memorable overseas Test wins that echoed beyond the playing fields, passed away in the United States on Wednesday aged 83.

'I am looking forward to a full house, playing with colours and dancing to Bollywood songs'

After five years, Sanjana Sanghi is celebrating Holi at home in Delhi, and she couldn't be more thrilled. \"I made sure to be here this year — just putting gulaal on my parents' faces is something I missed,\" she shares.

Dutch co Vopak to invest €1 bn more in industrial, gas terminals by 2030

Vopak raised its operating cash return target to over 13%, compared with its previous guidance of above 12%

Rupee surges 22 paise to settle at 87 against dollar

The rupee surged 27 paise to settle at 87 (provisional) against the US dollar on Thursday following robust macroeconomic data and easing crude oil prices.

Ola Electric's deliveries delayed amid cost-cutting

Ola Electric Mobility Ltd's decision to renegotiate contracts with two of India's largest vehicle registration agencies last month has resulted in prolonged delays in the deliveries of its scooters, according to store managers and complaints posted by buyers on social media.

Parenthood loading...in style

Cricketer KL Rahul and actor Athiya Shetty, who announced their pregnancy in November 2024, shared dreamy maternity shoot pictures on their social media.

Indian Refiners Turn To Latam, Africa To Replace Russian Oil In Feb

India's crude oil imports from Latin America and Africa rose marginally in February as refiners turned to alternative sources, fearing a loss of Russian oil supplies caused by tighter U.S. sanctions, data from trade sources shows.

ASI, on manhunt, beaten to death in Araria

A 45-year-old assistant sub-inspector (ASI) of police was allegedly beaten to death in Bihar's Araria district on Wednesday evening, officials said.

Gender parity: Gap between intent and implementation

STATE-CRAFTED LEGISLATIVE ADVANCEMENTS ARE OFTEN UNDERMINED BY INCONSISTENT IMPLEMENTATION AND SOCIETAL ATTITUDES

Nine Indian Varsities in Top 50 QS Subject-Specific Rankings: Report

Nine Indian institutions were placed among the world's top 50 universities, according to the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) subject-specific rankings released on Wednesday.

Why MBAs Are Just a Waste of Time, Money

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Siddaramaiah Asks Shivakumar To Attend Talks

Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday extended support to the DMK-led opposition against the proposed delimitation of Parliamentary constituencies and requested deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar to attend the meeting in Chennai to discuss the issue.

Trump accuses Ireland of cheating US amid Premier's visit to DC

President Donald Trump welcomed Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin on Wednesday for the annual St Patrick's Day celebration at the White House, where he added Ireland to the list of countries he says are taking advantage of the US.

GenAI May Improve Banks' Productivity Up To 46% By '30

Generative AI (GenAI) is poised to improve productivity levels of Indian financial services by 34 to 38% by 2030 and up to 46%, specifically for banking operations, said an EY report.

2 Arrested for Sexual Assault of UK Woman in Delhi, Say Police

The Delhi Police have arrested two men for allegedly sexually assaulting and inappropriately touching a 36-year-old woman from the United Kingdom.