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National 8/18/2026

NTA's 'Fresh' Staff Purge: Old Names, New Exam Failure Fallout

India's National Testing Agency (NTA) is once again in the hot seat, announcing a major overhaul and the removal of 'over 50 staff' after fresh errors forced re-tests for three UGC-NET papers in English, Commerce, and Sociology. However, a closer look reveals a significant catch: 47 of these 'removed' personnel were already sacked in July amid the massive NEET-UG paper leak scandal, raising tough questions about the agency's accountability and the true extent of its reforms.

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NTA's 'Fresh' Staff Purge: Old Names, New Exam Failure Fallout
National 8/18/2026

RBI Tightens Rules on NBFC Revolving Credit, Sparks Industry Debate

In a significant move set to reshape India's lending landscape, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has sought urgent feedback from non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) on proposed rules that could severely restrict revolving credit facilities. This comes as the central bank emphasizes the critical need for stronger compliance, internal audit, and risk management frameworks across the sector. The proposed changes, outlined in draft guidelines, aim to curb potential risks from rapidly growing unsecured retail credit.

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RBI Tightens Rules on NBFC Revolving Credit, Sparks Industry Debate
National 8/18/2026

Old Masters Meet New Money: India's Art Market Surges with Record Sales and Youthful Buyers

India's art market just witnessed a historic moment as Raja Ravi Varma's iconic 1890 masterpiece, 'Yashoda and Krishna', fetched a staggering ₹167.2 crore (approximately $18 million) at Saffronart's Spring Live Auction in Mumbai this April. This record-breaking sale for an Indian artwork globally signals a booming domestic market, driven unexpectedly by enduring demand for 'Old Masters' and the emergence of 'New Money' collectors.

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Old Masters Meet New Money: India's Art Market Surges with Record Sales and Youthful Buyers
National 8/18/2026

Meghalaya Mid-Day Meal Cooks Threaten Strike, Demand Fairer Wages Amid Stagnant Pay

Mid-day meals for thousands of schoolchildren in Meghalaya are on the verge of halting from September 1, 2026, as cook-cum-helpers under the PM POSHAN scheme have announced a strike. Their urgent call for action stems from the Central Government's prolonged failure to significantly increase their monthly honorarium, which has largely remained stagnant at a paltry ₹900 (central share) for over a decade, despite soaring living costs. This decision, made by the Central Executive Committee of the Union of Cook-cum-Helpers PM POSHAN, highlights a critical nationwide issue affecting essential frontline workers.

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Meghalaya Mid-Day Meal Cooks Threaten Strike, Demand Fairer Wages Amid Stagnant Pay
National 8/18/2026

Rolls-Royce Stock Soars on Indian Jet Engine Deal, Eyes Defense Powerhouse Status

Rolls-Royce Holdings' shares have rocketed to a 14-year high, fueled by robust half-year earnings and a groundbreaking announcement: a strategic partnership with India's Reliance Industries Limited. The British engineering giant and the Indian conglomerate intend to co-develop a sovereign indigenous combat engine for India's ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program. This move is a major win for Rolls-Royce and a significant step towards India's defense self-reliance.

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Rolls-Royce Stock Soars on Indian Jet Engine Deal, Eyes Defense Powerhouse Status
National 8/18/2026

Mumbai University Puts NEP 2020 Under NIEPA Lens Amidst Sweeping Academic Overhaul

The University of Mumbai (MU) has called in the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) to conduct an independent review of its ambitious three-year journey in implementing the National Education Policy 2020. This critical assessment aims to determine if the widespread academic changes have truly taken root across its numerous affiliated and autonomous colleges, moving beyond just policy documents to real-world impact.

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Mumbai University Puts NEP 2020 Under NIEPA Lens Amidst Sweeping Academic Overhaul
National 8/18/2026

Assam Faces Rs 1,000 Crore Flood Aftermath, Accelerates Relief and Rebuilding

Assam is grappling with a massive rebuilding challenge as flood losses from a devastating July deluge are now estimated to exceed Rs 1,000 crore, significantly higher than initial projections. With floodwaters receding, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that over 96,842 affected families have already received a second round of interim financial aid, totaling Rs 15,000 each, as the state races against time to complete damage assessments and kickstart comprehensive rehabilitation efforts. This comes after over 26,000 houses were damaged, and vast areas of cropland submerged, impacting hundreds of thousands across Upper Assam's Sivasagar, Charaideo, Jorhat, and Golaghat districts.

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Assam Faces Rs 1,000 Crore Flood Aftermath, Accelerates Relief and Rebuilding
National 8/18/2026

Nitin Nabin Unveils BJP's Revamped National Team, Setting Stage for 2027 and 2029

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin has announced his first full national organizational team, a significant reshuffle aimed squarely at the upcoming 2027 State Assembly elections and the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The new 'Team 2029' sees a blend of seasoned veterans and fresh faces, notably bringing back prominent figures like Smriti Irani and Ram Madhav to key national roles, while making a high-profile change in the party's social media leadership.

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Nitin Nabin Unveils BJP's Revamped National Team, Setting Stage for 2027 and 2029
National 8/18/2026

India's Apex Court Demands Nationwide Elephant Corridor Survey, Bans Brutal 'Fireball' Tactics

In a major move to protect India's wild elephants, the Supreme Court on Monday ordered a fresh nationwide survey of all elephant corridors, explicitly stating that states cannot block these vital pathways, even if it's for crop protection. The top court also slammed the 'unacceptable' and 'barbaric' use of fireballs, mashaals, and other harsh methods to scare elephants away, directing the government to report on measures to stop such practices within six weeks.

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India's Apex Court Demands Nationwide Elephant Corridor Survey, Bans Brutal 'Fireball' Tactics
National 8/18/2026

Odisha Ramps Up Emergency Water Supply as Devastating Floods Engulf Northern Districts

Odisha is battling a severe flood crisis across its northern districts, forcing the state government to urgently ramp up efforts to restore safe drinking water to nearly 8 lakh affected people. Six districts, including Bhadrak, Jajpur, and Balasore, are currently reeling from widespread inundation, with 126 villages still marooned and critical water sources contaminated or submerged. The immediate focus is on deploying mobile treatment units and alternative supplies to avert a health crisis.

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Odisha Ramps Up Emergency Water Supply as Devastating Floods Engulf Northern Districts
National 8/17/2026

India's Wholesale Inflation Dips to 9.78% in July, Fuel Prices Cool

India just saw a welcome breather in its wholesale price inflation, which eased to 9.78% in July 2026. This marks the first month-on-month drop under the new 2022-23 base year, primarily driven by a significant cool-down in fuel and power prices. While this offers some relief, the underlying picture remains complex, with price pressures still building up in manufactured goods and primary articles.

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India's Wholesale Inflation Dips to 9.78% in July, Fuel Prices Cool
National 8/17/2026

NTA Re-Exams for UGC-NET: Three Papers Cancelled Amid Mounting Integrity Concerns

In a fresh blow to India's examination system, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced it will re-conduct the University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) exams for English, Commerce, and Sociology. This decision comes after an expert panel uncovered a litany of issues, including factual, typographical, and translation errors, along with a significant number of repeated questions in the June 2026 papers. The re-examinations are slated for September 9 and 10, impacting over 157,000 candidates seeking eligibility for teaching and research roles across the country.

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NTA Re-Exams for UGC-NET: Three Papers Cancelled Amid Mounting Integrity Concerns
National 8/17/2026

India's Defence Production Takes Flight: HAL, Adani, BEML Forge Historic Helicopter Partnership

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shares soared to a 52-week high after the state-owned aerospace giant announced groundbreaking partnerships with Adani Defence Systems and Technologies Limited and Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML) to produce fuselage structures for the 'Prachand' Light Combat Helicopter (LCH). This move marks a significant shift, as it's the first time private sector companies are being deeply integrated into core helicopter fuselage manufacturing in India, boosting the nation's self-reliance in defence.

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India's Defence Production Takes Flight: HAL, Adani, BEML Forge Historic Helicopter Partnership
National 8/17/2026

Bengaluru Professor's Coconut Leaf Straws Build Rs 70 Crore Global Eco-Business

In a big win for green business, a professor from Bengaluru's Christ University, Saji Varghese, has turned a simple idea into a booming Rs 70 crore company, Sunbird Straws, by making straws from coconut leaves. His eco-friendly products are now a global hit, reaching over 25 countries and showing how nature's waste can create wealth and help the planet.

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Bengaluru Professor's Coconut Leaf Straws Build Rs 70 Crore Global Eco-Business
National 8/17/2026

Indian Equities Poised for 15% Annual Gains, Driven by Domestic Growth and Key Sectors

India's equity markets are on track to deliver robust annual returns of approximately 15% over the next five years, potentially doubling investor portfolios, according to veteran investor Raamdeo Agrawal, Co-founder of Motilal Oswal Financial Services. This optimistic outlook comes as the first-quarter FY27 earnings season shows promising results, particularly from banks, NBFCs, automobiles, and capital goods companies, signaling a broader recovery across the Indian economic landscape.

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Indian Equities Poised for 15% Annual Gains, Driven by Domestic Growth and Key Sectors
National 8/17/2026

Vice President Radhakrishnan Unveils Book Honoring Influential Hindu Nationalist R Ramagopalan

India's Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan recently released 'Echoes of a Nationalist Mind' in Chennai, a significant compilation of thoughts from the late R. Ramagopalan, founder of the Hindu Munnani and a prominent RSS ideologue. The event, held on Sunday, August 16, 2026, saw the Vice President pay tribute to Ramagopalan, describing him as a 'Veerathuravi' (Courageous Saint) who dedicated his life to the service of 'Bharat Mata' (Mother India) and 'Dharma' (righteous duty).

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Vice President Radhakrishnan Unveils Book Honoring Influential Hindu Nationalist R Ramagopalan
National 8/17/2026

Kashmir's Floodplain Fury: New Industrial Park Sparks Alarm Amidst Rising Jhelum Threat

A new industrial park proposed for Srinagar's Nowgam area is raising serious environmental red flags, as it sits squarely within the Jhelum River's vital floodplains. This controversial 'plug-and-play' facility, planned under the Centre's Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA) scheme, comes at a time when Kashmir is still reeling from severe floods last year and faces persistent threats due to a neglected river system and rampant encroachment. The move has reignited a fierce debate between economic development and ecological preservation, especially after the National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently stalled a similar industrial project in Shopian due to flood risks.

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Kashmir's Floodplain Fury: New Industrial Park Sparks Alarm Amidst Rising Jhelum Threat
National 8/17/2026

India's Bank Chiefs Gather to Fuel Growth: Deposits, Lending, and Future Reforms in Focus

Top leaders from India's Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and key financial institutions like SIDBI and NABARD have converged in New Delhi for a critical two-day strategy meeting, the PSB Confluence 2026, hosted by the Department of Financial Services (DFS). The central agenda includes tackling the persistent challenge of deposit growth, streamlining liquidity management, and enhancing priority sector lending to align with India's ambitious vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047, known as Viksit Bharat 2047. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, addressing the gathering today, emphasized that the discussions will feed into a high-powered committee on banking reforms to be constituted soon.

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India's Bank Chiefs Gather to Fuel Growth: Deposits, Lending, and Future Reforms in Focus
National 8/17/2026

Odisha Floods: Over 400 Students Trapped in Kendrapara, Evacuation Underway Amid Rising Brahmani Waters

A dire situation is unfolding in Odisha's Kendrapara district where approximately 400 students remain trapped inside the Kulasahi Ashram School, completely cut off by surging floodwaters from the Brahmani River. While officials confirm the students are safe on the first floor with enough provisions, local administration has kicked off a critical evacuation effort, prioritizing around 150 girls to safer locations using motorised boats. This comes as incessant heavy rainfall and a fresh low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal have pushed the Brahmani River far past its danger mark, submerging the school's ground floor under nearly 10 feet of water.

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Odisha Floods: Over 400 Students Trapped in Kendrapara, Evacuation Underway Amid Rising Brahmani Waters
National 8/17/2026

India Greenlights Massive ₹18.66 Lakh Crore Infra Push Under GatiShakti

India's ambitious PM GatiShakti initiative has recommended 396 new infrastructure projects, collectively valued at a staggering ₹18.66 lakh crore, for approval, marking a significant leap in the nation's connectivity drive. This massive investment underscores India's commitment to upgrading its physical backbone, with 256 projects already sanctioned and 198 currently under active implementation.

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India Greenlights Massive ₹18.66 Lakh Crore Infra Push Under GatiShakti
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