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NHAI raises ₹775 cr through green bonds

THE SPECIAL PURPOSE vehicle of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has raised ₹775 crore through its maiden green bond issue to finance the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway.

Rajasthan investor summit draws ₹35 lakh-cr pledges

LEADING INDIAN CONGLOMERATES and other companies have pledged to make combined investments of more than ₹35 lakh crore in Rajasthan over the next few years under the memoranda of understanding signed with the state government, with the largest commitment of ₹7.5 lakh crore coming from Adani Group.

Pharma cos unfazed by US developments

THE INDIAN PHARMA industry is not worried about the possible benefits for Chinese biotech firms following the exclusion of the Biosecure Act, aimed at blacklisting them, from a key US defence budget Bill.

Move to create income, boost 'insurance for all' goal: Modi

BESIDES CREATING INCOME opportunities, Life Insurance Corporation (LIC)'s new scheme to engage 200,000 women across the country to expand its business in three years will further strengthen the 'insurance for all' mission, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.

World in awe of India: Top economist

THE WORLD IS bullish on India, former Chief Economic Advisor and currently executive director of the International Monetary Fund, Krishnamurthy V Subramanian, said, noting that India's public digital infrastructure and inclusive growth is not only being talked about but also applauded by the international community.

Google fights back on payments arm indictment

THE US WATCHDOG for consumer finance has ordered federal supervision of Google Payment Corp, the internet giant's payment arm, a decision the company immediately said it was challenging in court.

Notre Dame rises from the ashes

Opens doors amid global leaders, including Trump

Yoon survives impeachment

But party leader says president will resign

What can world's top court do about climate change?

The International Court of Justice is beginning landmark hearings on global warming. Here's a guide

Need to be bold to bypass West: EAM

Says there is no proposal to have a BRICS currency

Google's new AI agent aces 15-day weather forecasts

Now, a new artificial intelligence tool from DeepMind, a Google company in London that develops AI applications, has smashed through the old barriers and achieved what its makers call unmatched skill and speed in devising 15-day weather forecasts.

Religiosity is sick, not secularism

WHEN THE MONSTROUS Taliban government announced last week that Afghan women would no longer be allowed to study medicine, my first reaction was horror and then shock.

Pardon me, judges open Pandora's box

There was widespread acceptance of the intent, purpose, spirit and scope of the Act.

A breakthrough for asthmatics

Know all about the new non-steroidal treatment

CULTURE: CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA

Cartagena, on Colombia's Caribbean coast, will charm you with its vibrant culture, including the walkable Old Town, a walled district built in the 16th century where you'll find colourful colonial buildings as well as cobblestone streets, churches and plazas.

Air turbulence from a storm can start earlier than you expect

This is your captain speaking: You may need to buckle those seatbelts a lot sooner than you're used to

Mountains with a view

How a new festival is creating a platform to highlight the rich cultural and natural heritage of over 100 communities living in the fragile Himalayas

PACE IT LIKE POLITICS

Political churning recently has provided much drama

The power & tragedy of dissent

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's memoir is a searing account of resilient autocracies

The power & tragedy of dissent

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's memoir is a searing account of resilient autocracies

Born out of FOMO

Millennials are often stereotyped and categorized. They needn't be

Over 300 speakers to attend JLF 2025

The 18th edition of Jaipur Literature Festival, to be held from January 30 to February 3 next year, will feature over 300 speakers.

Govt releases new rules for phone interception

THE GOVERNMENT HAS notified new rules for phone interception and has authorised officers not below the rank of inspector general of police at the state-level to issue interception orders in cases of emergency.

MSMEs seek exemption from capital gains tax, exports push

PROVIDING SUPPORT TO exports, granting exemption from paying capital gains tax, and subsidizing technological adoption to meet \"industry 4.0 needs\" are some of the key demands the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have put forth in front of the finance ministry.

Religare Enterprises to hold 40th AGM on December 31

AFTER A THREE-MONTH extension, Religare Enterprises is set to hold its 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on December 31, according to an exchange filing.

Voluntary mediation, creditor-led system to be introduced soon, says IBBI chairman

The government is going to introduce a voluntary mediation process for operational creditors (OCs), as well as the creditor-led resolution process (CLRP) in the coming months, in order to address the \"serious issue\" of delays in the insolvency process.

Raise MSP, exempt some agri items from GST: Farmer bodies urge govt

FARMER ASSOCIATIONS AND agriculture experts have suggested a slew of measures, ranging from increasing minimum support price (MSP) outlay and its coverage, allocating more funds for crop insurance schemes, supporting scientific organic farming, and hiking allocation for food processing units, to the finance ministry in a pre-Budget consultation on Saturday.

IT tops among sectoral indices post Trump win

SINCE DONALD TRUMP'S victory in the US presidential election, the Nifty IT Index has gained 6.37% over the past month, outperforming the benchmark Nifty, which saw a modest rise of 0.79%.

Suven Pharma to acquire 56% stake in US firm

SUVEN PHARMACEUTICALS ON Saturday said it will acquire a controlling stake in US-based NJ Bio for $64.4 million.