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Foreign investors log record shorts before MPC meeting

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) had amassed a record 153,404 short contracts on Nifty and Bank Nifty futures as of Tuesday, a day before the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) begins its three-day meeting (February 5-7).

I've spent the last few months learning from Arjun's games,

In an interview to HT, Pragg discusses his friendship with Erigaisi, rise of Indians, and amping up his aggression

Constitution Under Attack From BJP-RSS Combine: Rahul

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday alleged that the Constitution was under \"attack\" from the BJP-RSS combine, which, he said was trying to hoodwink people by a show of deference towards Dalit icons like BR Ambedkar.

BYJU'S DIRECTORS CONTEST NCLT RULING IN NCLAT

Suspended directors of the bankrupt edtech firm Byju's have approached the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), challenging a Bengaluru insolvency court's decision to reinstate its lenders as financial creditors while failing to rule on its ₹158 crore settlement with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Court asks govt if motor vehicle data can be integrated to track violations

The Supreme Court has sought the Centre's response on the feasibility of having all information about motor vehicles on a single platform for swift electronic surveillance of traffic violations and data integration of over-aged, uninsured and polluting vehicles.

NAAC Debars 7 Inspection Panel Members Arrested in Graft Case

Terming the Bribery Incident 'Shocking,' NAAC Launched Probe into Past Visits by the Accused Members to Colleges and Universities

4 Noida Schools Receive Bomb Threat Mails; Hoax, Say Cops

Four private schools in Noida received bomb threat emails on Wednesday morning, but after thorough searches, police declared them hoaxes.

Resolve Payment Issues Under Jai Bheem Scheme: HC

The Delhi high court has observed that the welfare department for scheduled castes, scheduled tribes, other backward classes, and minorities was taking steps to resolve payment issues under the Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojna.

Minor Sexually Assaulted In Goa, One Arrested

The Goa police have arrested a 59-year-old man on charges of sexually assaulting an 11-year-old boy at Tivim in north Goa, police said.

National Games: Suruchi, rising star of pistol shooting

A Phogat is making waves in Indian sport, but not in wrestling. Suruchi Phogat's early brush with wrestling ended with injury, and she shifted to shooting for good.

We need growth, but also harmony

Septuagenarians Haaji Hafizulla Khan, Mohammed Haji Kabar, and Fatima Khan cast their vote gleefully at a school in Lajpat Nagar — they said they are happy with candidate as he \"always\" takes care of minorities in their area.

Terrorism Won't Dent China Ties: Pak Prez Zardari

Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari said on Wednesday that his country's friendship with China has \"gone through ups and downs\" but it won't be broken down by extremist attacks that have killed Chinese nationals.

Asaram's 4 aides booked for molestation

A 56-year-old woman has accused four members of the legal team of self-styled godman and convicted rapist Asaram Bapu's Jodhpur Ashram of molesting her, police officials said on Wednesday.

Focus on IAF's transport fleet ahead of Aero India

Embraer is excited to be back at Aero India as we showcase the KC-390 Millennium and broad portfolio of defence and security solutions...EMBRAER DEFENSE AND SECURITY

Symbol of Peace: Tributes Pour In for Aga Khan

A wave of sorrow swept the Shia Ismaili community on Tuesday night with news of the passing of Prince Karim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan IV, the 49th hereditary imam of the community.

Lessons from history for republic of rajas

The history of monarchies remains pertinent for the modern republic: Where there are political dynasties, evils of disunity and incompetence are never far behind

Uttarakhand registers first live-in couple under the UCC regulations

WHILE A COUPLE HAS SUCCESSFULLY REGISTERED UNDER UCC, FIVE APPLICATIONS ARE STILL IN THE PROCESS, THE U'KHAND HOME SECRETARY SAID

DGCA Transfers Official Over Violation of Training Norms

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has transferred its Director of Flight Training over allegations of intentional violations of critical flight training regulations.

Akbarpur Majra voters retain poll enthusiasm

At 10.30am, the urban village of Akbarpur Majra, which is a part of the Narela assembly constituency in north Delhi, was abuzz with activity as residents of the village lined up outside the only school here to cast their votes.

Pensions, jobs for kin sway voting choices

For the last few weeks, 70-year-old Pooranchand, a retired government bank employee, has been recovering from a knee surgery.

Confident that we will come back to power in city: AAP

As polling came to an end, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) functionaries breathed a sigh of relief.

Welfare Schemes, Inflation Main Concerns for Voters

As Delhi residents turned out to vote on Wednesday, polling stations in the city's slums and unauthorised colonies were alive with conversations about a common set of concerns—welfare schemes, inflation, and local development work.

'Unhappy With Worsening Life Quality, We Want Clean Politics'

Clean governance, in terms of both pollution and corruption, and infrastructure development were among key wishes for the next five years of voters in affluent colonies, most of whom said they were unhappy with the worsening quality of life in Delhi and were banking on leaders who are ready to take responsibility by putting people first.

Polling Booths Showcase Innovation

Polling staff dressed as astronauts, live pottery sessions, puppet shows, free saplings and crèche facility to assist parents visiting polling centres with young kids were among the key highlights of the voting day in Delhi on Wednesday.

Step up the fight against terrorism in J&K, says Shah

Union home minister Amit Shah on Wednesday directed all security agencies to step up fight against terrorism in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) by aiming for the goal of \"zero infiltration\" from across the border, which he said was being supported by the \"narco network\".

Congress Remains Bullish, Expects 'Surprising' Result

The Delhi Congress was in a bullish mood on Wednesday, dismissing the results of exit polls — which predicted anywhere between 0 and 3 seats for the party — and expressing confidence of bettering its seat share and posting a \"surprising result\" come February 8, the counting day.

Hope leaders are as excited about governing as we are about voting

As Delhi went to vote, the city's young and restless — armed with information they gathered from YouTube videos, the three manifestos, and guidance from parents — showed up to vote, many for the first time ever: either in Lok Sabha or assembly elections.

India's 1st bravery award winner steps out to vote

Harish Chandra Mehra, 83, the first recipient of India's National Bravery Award in 1958 and the first civilian to march in the Republic Day Parade a year later, cast his vote in Chandni Chowk on Wednesday but faced several difficulties.

I am honoured: Sonu Nigam on performing at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Singer Sonu Nigam performed newly at the inaugurated Open Air Theatre at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi on Monday.

Can ODI return be perfect antidote for Kohli's slump?

Kohli has had a poor run in Test cricket in four of the last five years, but his ODI numbers have remained unaffected