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From UPI To GST: India’s Digital Push is Transforming MSMEs, But IMF Sees A Two-Speed Economy

May 4, 2026

IMF findings show India’s digital reforms are improving MSME productivity, though uneven adoption continues to limit broader economic impact.

28-Year-Old TVK Supporter Slits Throat In Krishnagiri Over Rumours Of Vijay’s Election Loss Spread

May 4, 2026

A young political supporter’s extreme reaction to election rumours highlights the emotional intensity surrounding Tamil Nadu politics.

Women, Welfare and Mamata: Empowerment or Rising Dependency in West Bengal’s Cash Economy?

May 4, 2026

Cash transfers to women are expanding in Bengal, but questions remain over whether they deliver real empowerment or deepen dependency.

Karnataka: Fire At Raichur Mass Marriage Event Attended By Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar, No Injuries Reported

May 4, 2026

A suspected short circuit triggered a fire near the stage at a mass marriage event in Karnataka, but swift action ensured no casualties.

Puducherry Election Results 2026: CM N. Rangasamy Secures Thattanchavady As AINRC-Led NDA Alliance Surges Ahead In Early Trends

May 4, 2026

With only 8 seats formally declared out of 30, early trends show the AINRC-led NDA alliance leading in 11 seats overall as Chief Minister N. Rangasamy secures his Thattanchavady seat, inching closer to the majority mark of 16 in Puducherry’s 2026 Assembly election.

Vijay’s 8 Promises Power TVK Past 100-Mark, Triggering Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Political Shake-Up

May 4, 2026

Actor-turned-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam defied all expectations in its electoral debut, riding a wave of eight welfare promises to cross the 100-seat mark and trigger Tamil Nadu’s biggest political shake-up in six decades.

Google May Bring Ads To Gemini As AI Costs Surge And Monetisation Pressure Intensifies Globally

May 4, 2026

Google is considering ads in Gemini as rising AI costs push the company toward new monetisation strategies.

Vijay’s TVK Leads 100 Seats, Breaking DMK-AIADMK Grip In Tamil Nadu Political Landscape Shift

May 4, 2026

Vijay’s debut political venture reshapes Tamil Nadu politics with a massive early lead across constituencies.

West Bengal Election Results: BJP Leads in Early Trends as Counting Progresses Across 293 Seats

May 4, 2026

Early counting trends in West Bengal’s 2026 Assembly elections suggest a tight contest, with BJP leading and TMC remaining hopeful of retaining power.

BJP Crosses Majority Mark in West Bengal for the First Time, Vijay’s TVK Stuns Tamil Nadu: Early Trends

May 4, 2026

As early trends from the 2026 Assembly Elections show BJP poised to govern West Bengal for the first time in its history, actor-turned-politician Vijay’s TVK rewrites Tamil Nadu’s political playbook in a stunning debut, leaving both the TMC and the DMK scrambling.

Elections Results 2026: The Fiscal Reality Behind India’s Cash Promises to Women

May 4, 2026

Cash promises to women are reshaping election economics, raising urgent questions about long-term fiscal sustainability across India’s states.

ECI Bars Victory Rallies In West Bengal, Reviews Polling Agent Complaints During Results Counting

May 4, 2026

The Election Commission has restricted post-result celebrations and is reviewing complaints to ensure peaceful and fair counting in West Bengal.

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How Relentless Monsoon Rains Left 41 Dead and Triggered Assam’s Biggest Flood Crisis

Heavy rainfall continues as rescue teams evacuate thousands while floodwaters overwhelm villages across Upper Assam.

Mumbai Protest Crackdown: 13 FIRs, Nearly 400 Booked Over CJP Solidarity Demonstrations

Police cited unauthorised gatherings as protesters demanded education reforms and accountability over alleged examination irregularities nationwide.

DMRC Closes 16 Metro Stations, Including Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, Delhi Gate and Central Secretariat

Security advisories shut 16 metro stations while protests and commuter disruptions continue across central Delhi today.

How Dharmendra Pradhan’s 1997 Paper Leak Protest Returned During the 2026 NEET Row

Resurfaced 1997 protest fuels debate over accountability, student rights and examination transparency during NEET controversy today.

Tear Gas, Stones And Bottles: Late-Night Clashes Erupt During CJP Protest In Delhi

Fresh violence, conflicting claims and political tensions intensify Delhi's protest over the alleged NEET paper leak.

France Becomes the First EU Country to Ban Social Media Access for Children Under-15

France has passed a landmark law requiring social media platforms to block users under 15, making it the first EU country to introduce a nationwide age-based ban.

India’s Heatwaves Are Creating A Hidden Workforce Crisis That Could Reshape Business Productivity

Extreme heat is emerging as a business risk, threatening workforce productivity and forcing Indian companies to rethink workplace resilience.

How JP Nadda Called Students’ Concerns Genuine, Urged Opposition Not To Politicise Paper Leak Crisis

Nadda acknowledged students' concerns while urging Parliament to pursue bipartisan reforms against recurring examination paper leaks.

How a Viral Burger Video Overshadowed DTU Graduate Vijeta Dahiya’s Political Career at CJP Within Weeks

A viral controversy shifted focus from Vijeta Dahiya's credentials to accountability and political public perception.

PM Modi Promises Fast-Track Courts Amid Repeated Exam Paper Leak Cases Across India

Government promises faster justice against paper leak accused while reinforcing commitment to protect students' futures nationwide.

BRICS Health Push: Can India’s Pharma, Digital Health And AI Firms Benefit?

India's BRICS health agenda could create opportunities for pharma, digital health and AI firms, but market access remains the real test.

Trump Proposes Up To 200% Tariffs On Generic Drugs, Raising Concerns For Indian Pharma

The phased tariff plan aims to boost US pharmaceutical manufacturing but has raised concerns over medicine prices and global generic drug exports.

Sonam Wangchuk Claims Govt Assured Pradhan’s Resignation Would Be Considered

Wangchuk says government offered assurances but seeks written protection before ending his indefinite hunger strike.

Madhya Pradesh Passes UCC Bill Amid Congress Opposition, Becomes India’s 4th State to Adopt Framework

The Madhya Pradesh Assembly has approved a Uniform Civil Code framework covering civil laws amid political disagreement from the Congress.

J&K Policeman Killed in Terror Attack at Anantnag’s Lal Chowk; Search Operation Underway

A police head constable deployed for Amarnath Yatra security was killed after suspected terrorists.

Sonam Wangchuk’s Hunger Strike: 50 Opposition MPs Urge Him to End His Fast

Opposition leaders cite health concerns while assuring Parliament will continue pursuing Wangchuk's key demands together.new

Vijay’s TVK Demands Complete NEET Scrapping Amid Ongoing Protests

TVK urges constitutional reforms, arguing states should independently decide medical admissions instead of centralised NEET examinations.

83% Of Young Indians Feel Hopeful, So Why Are Their Biggest Life Dreams Being Delayed?

Young Indians remain optimistic about the future, but economic uncertainty is reshaping their jobs, finances and family aspirations.

CJP Urges Sonam Wangchuk to End His Hunger Strike, Vows to Continue Exam Reform Protest

CJP seeks fast's end as Opposition promises Parliament debate while exam reform protests continue nationwide.

Delhi Metro Closes 16 Stations as CJP Protest Enters Day 3 Amid Heightened Security

Heightened security and continuing protests disrupt Delhi commuters as police, protesters and politicians remain locked in standoff.

Trump’s 100% Generic Drug Tariff Could Force India’s Pharma Industry Into A Make-Or-Break US Gamble

Trump's proposed generic drug tariff could reshape India's pharmaceutical strategy, US supply chains, and the global economics of affordable medicines.

Intel’s Workforce Reset Raises A Bigger Question: Can Cost Cuts Really Revive The Chip Giant?

Intel's latest reported layoffs highlight its ongoing restructuring as the chipmaker balances cost pressures, AI competition and its ambitious turnaround strategy.

Supreme Court on Paper Leak PIL: “It’s Not a Matter for Us”, Hearing Deferred

Court postponed the PIL, saying broader examination integrity issues are already pending in NEET-related cases.

Nirmala Sitharaman: Government Has No Rupee-Dollar Target; RBI Intervenes Only to Curb Excessive Volatility

Finance Minister says market determines rupee while RBI intervenes only to prevent excessive currency volatility.

How Anant Ambani’s Vantara Initiative Could Revolutionize Animal Safety & Rescue In India

Vantara, translating to 'Star Of The Forest,' is located within Reliance's Jamnagar Refinery Complex, also known as the Green Belt Of Gujarat. The Vantara ecosystem encompasses a 3,000-acre Elephant Centre, which serves as the residence for over 200 rescued elephants.