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Download today’s PDFOn July 17, 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct its second Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF) to manage liquidity conditions. The auction will involve a notifie…
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On July 16, U.S. airstrikes targeted Qeshm Island and Bandar Abbas in Iran, escalating tensions in the region. These locations are strategically significant as they house Iran's largest port and key naval facilities, cr…
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The BIMSTEC security chiefs convened in New Delhi, hosted by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, to enhance collaborative efforts against terrorism and endorse maritime law enforcement principles. This meeting is sign…
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The Union Cabinet has approved two major schemes to enhance India's semiconductor and mobile phone manufacturing capabilities, with a total financial allocation of ₹1.89 lakh crore. The second phase of the India Semicon…
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At a recent conclave, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of infrastructure in modern warfare, stating that the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has transformed from a road construction agency to a s…
Read full storyThe BRICS nations are set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Bengaluru, emphasizing collaboration in the field of standardisation. This initiative, announced by Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi, aims…
Read full storyThe ICMR's study highlights the effectiveness of drone-assisted transport for TB sputum samples, significantly reducing diagnosis time and costs for patients. Conducted in Yadadri-Bhuvanagiri, Telangana, under the i-DRO…
Read full storyThe Ministry of Power has circulated the Draft Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) 2027 norms for stakeholder consultation, which will impact M1 category passenger vehicles in India from 2027-28 to 2031-32. These norm…
Read full storyNational Security Advisor Ajit Doval emphasized the importance of enhanced cooperation among BIMSTEC member nations to tackle economic challenges, particularly those arising from disruptions in global supply chains. Thi…
Read full storyDefence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the government's commitment to ensuring that India's borders are secure and well-connected during his address at the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Tech Symposium in New Delhi…
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On July 15, 2026, significant environmental rulings were made by the Supreme Court and National Green Tribunal, addressing critical issues such as pollution control and biodiversity conservation. These decisions undersc…
Read full storyThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a significant improvement in the Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index), which rose from 67.0 in March 2025 to 70.0 in March 2026. This increase indicates that India is making…
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Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan has expressed support for a 'modestly higher' interest rate policy, emphasizing that current rates are insufficient to combat persistent inflation, which remains above target levels. She…
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The Indian Navy is set to host a significant maritime exercise in Kochi starting July 20, involving over 25 nations. This exercise aims to enhance maritime security training, provide practical exposure, and facilitate t…
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On Wednesday, the European Union and India held the third meeting of the India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC), reaffirming their commitment to enhance strategic cooperation in key areas such as trade, technology,…
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to participate in Exercise Pitch Black 2026, a significant multinational air exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force. Scheduled from July 20 to August 7, 2026, the exercise wi…
Read full storyThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Agreement on Social Security have been implemented, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. This agreement allows zero-duty market a…
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The Indian Cabinet has approved ₹1.27 lakh crore for the Semicon Mission 2.0, aimed at boosting the semiconductor manufacturing sector. This initiative is expected to attract investments of approximately ₹4 lakh crore a…
Read full storyThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was officially launched today, as announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This agreement is expected to significantly enhance India's economic growth a…
Read full storyThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) has been announced by Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi as a significant development aimed at enhancing economic relations between India and the…
Read full storyThe Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between India and the UK came into effect today, marking a significant milestone in bilateral trade relations. This agreement aims to enhance economic cooperation an…
Read full storyIndia is expanding its nuclear power program to enhance energy security, currently operating 24 reactors with a total capacity of 8.78 GW across seven sites. An additional ten reactors, with an expected capacity of 8,00…
Read full storyThe Indian government has launched its first trial Index of Services Production (ISP) for 19 sub-sectors, marking a significant milestone in measuring short-term activity within the formal services sector. With 2024-25…
Read full storyUnion Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched the 'Seafarer-First' initiative to enhance the safety of Indian seafarers in the conflict-prone Strait of Hormuz region. This initiative comes in response to rising maritime se…
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