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Investors Sign NDA for Excitel's $200M Equity Deal

A raft of investors including Switzerland-based Partners Group AG, Canada's Brookfield Asset Management Inc, and KKR have signed non-disclosure agreements (NDA) to invest in internet services provider Excitel Broadband Pvt. Ltd, in a $200 million equity deal, said two people aware of the development.

Russian Roulette for Indian Jobseekers

Russia said it stopped recruiting Indian nationals into its armed forces in April 2024, and yet young Indian men are still being killed or injured on the frontlines of the war in Ukraine, the latest casualties being two residents of Kerala.

They assured 2% per month but have not paid since May 2024

The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai police has arrested two partners of a Mulund-based financial consultancy firm for allegedly cheating more than 3,000 investors to the tune of ₹100 crore.

Local electronics parts may win budget boost

Higher import duty on components aimed at increasing local production

SC raps govt, ED over bail denial

The consistent attempt before us is that by hook or crook, bail should be denied SC BENCH

Court Refuses to Discharge Bhavana Gawali's Aide

A special PMLA court has rejected the discharge plea of Saeed Khan, an aide of Shiv Sena MLA Bhavana Gawali, who was arrested in connection with a money laundering case.

24 Machines, 1 Robot to Clear City Sewage Lines

To tackle the tricky desilting of sewerage lines in narrow lanes in slums, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is in the process of ordering 24 desilting machines at a cost estimated to be between ₹27 and ₹30 lakh each.

Consumer goods makers seek tax relief, rural boost

Consumer goods companies—those that sell items ranging from food and clothing to soaps and appliances—expect the government to announce measures to curb price rise and boost demand as it prepares to unveil the next year's budget.

Rubio warns of threat from China in Senate hearing

Trump's Secretary of State Pick

Railways May See Best Operating Ratio in 5 Yrs

The Union budget may peg Indian Railways' operating ratio at the best in five years in FY26 on higher freight revenue and increased central funds, two people aware of the matter said.

Karad spoke with key suspects on murder day

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the murder of Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh on Wednesday informed the special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) court in Beed that Walmik Karad, an aide of NCP leader and minister Dhananjay Munde, had a telephone conversation with key suspects Sudarshan Ghule and Vishnu Chate for 10 minutes on the day the murder.

SC Issues Directives on Separate Toilets for Trans Persons in Courts

The absence of adequate washroom facilities undermines equality and poses a barrier to the fair administration of justice, the Supreme Court held on Wednesday, directing all high courts, state governments and Union territories to ensure the availability of adequate and inclusive washroom facilities across all court premises and tribunals in India.

PM commissions 3 locally made Naval ships

● The Make in India initiative is not only enhancing the capabilities of our armed forces but also opening new avenues for economic progress NARENDRA MODI, PM

Modi Inaugurates ISKCON Temple in Kharghar

The Sri Sri Radha Madanmohanji Mandir is Asia's second-largest ISKCON temple

Records galore for India as Mandhana, Rawal fire

Smriti Mandhana didn't just step up as skipper in Harmanpreet Kaur's absence; she also produced a flurry of shots to eclipse the latter's record for the fastest century in women's ODIs against Ireland in Rajkot on Wednesday.

Israel, Hamas Agree Deal for Gaza Truce, Hostage Release

Israel and Hamas have reached a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza and a hostage release following meetings in Doha on Wednesday, a source briefed on the talks told AFP.

Coaching rules in tennis find a 'pod' positioning

Nishesh Basavareddy thought it was pretty crazy. Not just that he was sharing the Rod Laver Arena with his idol Novak Djokovic, but also that on numerous occasions when he went to fetch his towel between points, seated almost at an arm's length to him was Andy Murray.

Padikkal, Smaran Lead Karnataka into Final

Devdutt Padikkal and Ravichandran Smaran produced a masterclass in tackling spin on a tough pitch, as their fifties facilitated Karnataka's entry into the Vijay Hazare Trophy final with a five-wicket over Haryana here on Wednesday.

India, a key ally: Sullivan, Waltz

Joe Biden's outgoing national security advisor Jake Sullivan and Donald Trump's incoming NSA Michael Waltz have both said that China poses the single most important long-term strategic challenge to the United States, and India was a key partner for the US in this competition.

Woman Killed By Father, Cousin In Suspected Hate Crime In MP

A 20-year-old woman was shot dead at her house in Gwalior allegedly by her father and her cousin for refusing to marry the man chosen by them, with the suspected hate crime taking place even as police personnel were present there for counselling the victim and her family, a senior officer said on Wednesday.

Husband of Victim Wants Murder Charge Against Shah

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Cleaner Construction Is Better Pollution Control

Many Indian cities have been grappling with polluted air. When the air quality index (AQI) deteriorates, under the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP), a host of measures come into effect depending on the level of pollution.

CBI Takes Over Mahadev Betting App Investigation

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the probe into the Mahadev betting app case from the Chhattisgarh Economic Offences Wing (EOW), officials said on Wednesday.

SC Deliberates on Mandatory Stickers for Vehicles in India

The Supreme Court on Wednesday deliberated over making hologram-based colour-coded stickers for vehicles mandatory across the country and stressed on the effective implementation of the pollution under control (PUC) certificate norms.

Maratha-Vanjari divide leads to student boycott

Swapnil Bade, a final-year MBBS student in Pune, has been troubled for the last few weeks.

Biden administration bans red food dye over possible cancer risks

Outgoing US President Joe Biden's administration on Wednesday announced a ban on Red Dye No. 3, a controversial food and drug coloring long known to cause cancer in animals.

HC rap for police in Torres case

Court grants police protection to CA who claims to have alerted authorities about the alleged fraud

Flight Delayed, Srikanth Gives Walkover in RD1

It was Tan Kim Her who paired them in his first stint as coach in India; they hope he can raise their level

Paris Medals Lose Sheen, IOC Says Will Replace Them

It's a result of our hard work. I've spoken to someone to bring it to the knowledge of IOA so that something can be done. Sarabjot Singh, shooter

Rohit hits the nets ahead of Mumbai's Ranji match

Jaiswal, Pant and Gill too will be available for the next round of matches, as per BCCI's directive