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National 3 days ago

India's Defence Push: Rs 1.1 Lakh Crore Orders Bolster Local Manufacturers

India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has just given the green light to massive procurement proposals worth approximately Rs 1.10 lakh crore (about USD 13.2 billion), with a stunning 98% of these orders earmarked for Indian companies. This move, announced on September 7, 2026, is a huge win for the nation's self-reliance push and immediately put major defence stocks like HAL and BEL in the spotlight for investors.

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India's Defence Push: Rs 1.1 Lakh Crore Orders Bolster Local Manufacturers
National 3 days ago

Caste Discrimination: Panchayat Secretary Dismissed After Dalit Worker's Suicide Attempt in TN

In a swift and decisive move, a Panchayat secretary in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district has been dismissed after a 37-year-old Dalit sanitation worker, Sasikala, attempted suicide following relentless caste-based discrimination. Sasikala, who had endured alleged humiliation for months, including being forced to use separate drinking cups and carry her superior's footwear, is currently in critical condition in a government hospital after consuming pesticide on Sunday. This alarming incident has put a harsh spotlight on deeply entrenched social prejudices that continue to plague local governance.

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Caste Discrimination: Panchayat Secretary Dismissed After Dalit Worker's Suicide Attempt in TN
National 3 days ago

Kerala Battles Unseasonal September Heat as Weak Monsoon Fuels Water Crisis, Crop Losses

Kerala is currently grappling with an unusual September heatwave, as temperatures in places like Punalur have climbed past 36 degrees Celsius, a significant 4.3 degrees above what's normal for this time of year. This sweltering heat comes as the crucial Southwest Monsoon has notably weakened, delivering only a mere 5 mm of rainfall in the first week of September, which is just 7% of the expected amount. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has recorded widespread above-normal temperatures across the state, sparking concerns among residents and authorities.

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Kerala Battles Unseasonal September Heat as Weak Monsoon Fuels Water Crisis, Crop Losses
National 3 days ago

Andhra Pradesh Drives Solar Revolution, Fast-Tracking 1.1 GW Feeder Plants Under PM-KUSUM

Andhra Pradesh is making huge strides in its clean energy journey, fast-tracking the implementation of 228 feeder-level solar plants with a massive 1,162.8 MW capacity under the central government's PM-KUSUM scheme. This aggressive push, which aims to commission nearly 110 MW by October 2026, is a critical move to ensure reliable, daytime electricity for farmers' agricultural feeders across the state.

Editorial Team1 min
National 3 days ago

India's Defense Power-Up: Tata-Boeing Delivers 400th Apache Fuselage, Eyes Javelin Missile Production

In a significant leap for India's defense industrial capabilities, Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL), the joint venture between Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), has delivered its 400th fuselage for the AH-64E Apache attack helicopter from its Hyderabad facility on September 7, 2026. This milestone comes alongside a crucial development from TASL, which recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Javelin Joint Venture – a partnership of Raytheon and Lockheed Martin – to explore co-producing Javelin All Up Round (AUR) missiles in India, further strengthening India's position in global defense manufacturing.

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India's Defense Power-Up: Tata-Boeing Delivers 400th Apache Fuselage, Eyes Javelin Missile Production
National 3 days ago

Coastal Bank Ascends to Scheduled Status: Big Win for Regional Banking in India

In a major boost for regional banking, Coastal Local Area Bank Limited, based in Vijayawada, has officially achieved Scheduled Bank status from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This significant upgrade, announced by the RBI on September 4, 2026, places the 26-year-old institution on par with India's larger commercial banks, unlocking new opportunities for growth and enhancing public trust. The move highlights the bank's consistent financial strength and sound management over more than two decades, making it a pivotal moment for the lender and its customers across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

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National 4 days ago

Haryana Bags Rs 10,000 Cr 'Zero-CBAM' Green Hub Deal with Avaada in Hisar

In a strategic move set to reshape India's green manufacturing landscape, the Avaada Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Haryana government to develop a 300-acre 'Zero-CBAM Green Industrial Campus' in Hisar, pledging an investment of around Rs 10,000 crore and promising over 5,000 new jobs. This groundbreaking project aims to position Hisar as a hub for low-carbon manufacturing, powered entirely by reliable, round-the-clock Renewable Energy, helping Indian industries meet increasingly stringent global sustainability standards.

Editorial Team1 min
National 4 days ago

RBI Drains Record Liquidity as Billions Flood Indian Banking System

India's central bank, the Reserve Bank of India, just moved to pull a massive Rs 3.53 lakh crore out of the banking system through an overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auction. This urgent action on September 7, 2026, is part of a larger effort to manage an unprecedented flood of cash, with the banking system currently sitting on a record liquidity surplus of over Rs 10.7 lakh crore.

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RBI Drains Record Liquidity as Billions Flood Indian Banking System
National 4 days ago

Supreme Court Rejects Aravalli Panel's Extension, Demands Report by November 30

In a stern move, India's Supreme Court has rejected a request by the High-Powered Committee (HPC) for a six-month extension to submit its crucial report on the Aravalli Range. The top court, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant, has instead given the HPC a strict deadline of November 30, 2026, to finalize its comprehensive findings on defining and protecting the ancient hill range. The Chief Justice even hinted that the committee might be trying to delay the report until his retirement, stressing the urgency of the matter.

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Supreme Court Rejects Aravalli Panel's Extension, Demands Report by November 30
National 4 days ago

RBI Unleashes Dollar Power: $8 Billion Intervention Steadies Rupee, Absorbs Excess Cash

India's central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), took aggressive action last week, selling at least $8 billion in the foreign exchange market to support the Indian Rupee. This significant dollar intervention helped the rupee strengthen to a two-month high against the US dollar, while also soaking up a record amount of excess cash from the country's banking system. The move signals the RBI's firm hand in managing currency volatility and domestic financial stability.

Editorial Team1 min
National 4 days ago

Tamil Nadu Boosts Forest Protectors with ₹100 Crore, Cultivates Green Campuses

Tamil Nadu has launched a robust, two-pronged strategy to bolster its environmental defenses, recently allocating over ₹100 crore to strengthen its forest field workforce. This significant investment aims to sharpen the state's response to wildlife conservation challenges, forest crimes, and human-wildlife conflicts. In a parallel move, a separate ₹53.75 crore program is set to transform 200 government schools and five government colleges annually into 'Blue-Green Campuses' to ignite climate awareness among young minds.

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Tamil Nadu Boosts Forest Protectors with ₹100 Crore, Cultivates Green Campuses
National 4 days ago

Supreme Court Slams Repeat Doctor Assaults, Demands Swift Action in Maharashtra Cases

India's Supreme Court has delivered a scathing condemnation of repeated violence against doctors and hospital staff, declaring that those who assault healthcare workers 'do not deserve to roam on the streets even for a minute.' This strong stance came during a hearing for Shiv Sena corporator Ramesh Mhatre, accused in a Thane hospital assault, where the court highlighted a new, alarming incident in Palghar involving the 'same group' or 'same ideology' assaulting medical personnel again. The court's remarks underscore a growing crisis of safety for medical professionals across the country, prompting Mhatre to withdraw his appeal against bail conditions.

Editorial Team1 min
National 4 days ago

Mizoram's Universal Healthcare Scheme Soars, Covering Over 3.2 Lakh Families

Mizoram's ambitious Universal Healthcare Scheme (MUHCS) is making significant strides, with its second phase, MUHCS 2.0, now covering over 3.2 lakh beneficiary families across the state. This massive enrollment drive, announced by officials on Sunday, September 6, 2026, underscores the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) government's commitment to accessible healthcare, having already disbursed more than Rs 271 crore for treatment bills since the scheme's inception in 2025.

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Mizoram's Universal Healthcare Scheme Soars, Covering Over 3.2 Lakh Families
National 4 days ago

Bengaluru Nature Walk Halted Amidst City's Green Space Battle, Controversial Bill Withdrawn

A planned nature walk by the 'Hebbal Nature Society' in Bengaluru was stopped by local police, who cited fears of protests, highlighting the simmering tensions over the city's rapidly shrinking green cover. This incident comes right after the Karnataka Cabinet was forced to withdraw a controversial bill that would have allowed up to 5% of park land to be used for infrastructure projects, following widespread public outcry. The move underscores the intense battle between rapid urban development and citizen efforts to protect Bengaluru's vital natural spaces.

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Bengaluru Nature Walk Halted Amidst City's Green Space Battle, Controversial Bill Withdrawn
National 4 days ago

South India's Dairy Goes Protein-Rich, Setting National Nutrition Trend

South India is quietly redefining India's dairy landscape, shifting its focus from basic liquid milk to a booming market for protein-rich products like curd and paneer. Recent data shows southern states are driving the fastest value growth in the domestic dairy sector, a clear departure from traditional volume-based metrics, and this move is setting a national blueprint for nutrition. This isn't just a regional trend; it's a strategic pivot by the entire Indian dairy industry towards functional nutritional value, addressing a widespread protein gap across the country.

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South India's Dairy Goes Protein-Rich, Setting National Nutrition Trend
National 5 days ago

India Flags 'Substandard' Rabies Vaccine: Manufacturer Denies Authenticity Amid Arrests

India's national drug regulator has sounded the alarm on a batch of Abhayrab, a widely used rabies vaccine, declaring it 'substandard' and potentially spurious after it failed critical laboratory tests. This serious development comes as the vaccine's manufacturer, Indian Immunologicals Ltd (IIL), vehemently denies that the seized vials, marked Batch KE25012, were produced by their company, prompting a high-stakes investigation into a suspected counterfeit operation.

Editorial Team1 min
India Flags 'Substandard' Rabies Vaccine: Manufacturer Denies Authenticity Amid Arrests
National 5 days ago

Saharanpur Mosque Demolition Ignites Political Firestorm, Sparks 'Murder of Democracy' Outcry

A century-old mosque located within Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur Collectorate complex was controversially demolished on Saturday, September 5, 2026, triggering widespread outrage and strong condemnation from opposition leaders and Muslim organizations across India. Bhim Army chief and Nagina MP Chandra Shekhar Aazad led the charge, slamming the demolition as a 'murder of democracy and Constitution' and alleging betrayal by district authorities who, he claims, assured him only of sealing, not razing, the structure. The pre-dawn action, carried out under heavy security, has ignited a fresh political flashpoint in the state.

Editorial Team1 min
Saharanpur Mosque Demolition Ignites Political Firestorm, Sparks 'Murder of Democracy' Outcry
National 5 days ago

India's First Hydrogen Train Eyes Faster 110 Kmph Run After Successful Trials

India's first hydrogen-powered train is gearing up to hit an operational speed of 110 kilometres per hour (kmph) soon, following successful high-speed trials at 120 kmph. This significant upgrade was confirmed by Railway Board Chairman and CEO Satish Kumar, marking a major leap for the nation's efforts in green mobility since Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the train on July 17, 2026, on the Jind-Sonipat route.

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India's First Hydrogen Train Eyes Faster 110 Kmph Run After Successful Trials
National 5 days ago

India Backs UN Map Reform, Demands Unwavering Accuracy for J&K-Ladakh Depiction

India has strongly affirmed that any world map, including those arising from the recent United Nations 'Correct the Map' resolution, must accurately show its sovereign territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh according to official Indian maps. New Delhi's firm stance comes just days after the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution promoting equal-area map projections to address historical distortions, with India voting in favor but issuing a clear caveat on its territorial integrity.

Editorial Team1 min
National 5 days ago

Madras High Court Reviews Decade of Juvenile Justice Act, Urges Systemic Overhaul

In a critical move for child rights in India, a high-powered committee of the Madras High Court, led by Justice G Jayachandran, recently concluded a state-level consultation on September 6, 2026, to dissect the last decade of implementing the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 (JJ Act). Joined by Justices GR Swaminathan and S Srimathy, the panel convened various stakeholders to map out a clear path for strengthening the state's child protection system.

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Madras High Court Reviews Decade of Juvenile Justice Act, Urges Systemic Overhaul
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