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Maharashtra's Brahmapuri hottest in country at 47. 2 degrees, heatwave to persist: IMD
7+ hour, 47+ min ago (92+ words) Scorching heat gripped many Indian states on Sunday. Brahmapuri in Maharashtra recorded the highest temperature at 47. 2 degrees Celsius. Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab also experienced severe heatwave conditions. While some relief is forecast from May 29, heatwave conditions are…...
Assam to set up counter-radicalisation cell to protect youth from extremist influence
5+ hour, 26+ min ago (96+ words) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the establishment of a counter-radicalisation cell to shield vulnerable youth from extremist ideologies. He vowed a firm response against any attempts to mislead the state's young population. This initiative follows extensive land encroachment…...
Jane Street may take Singapore route to sort out India tax row
4+ hour, 7+ min ago (91+ words) With the Income Tax (I-T) department questioning the tax benefits it had claimed, the Wall Street firm is understood to be working on initiating the 'Mutually Agreed Procedure' (MAP) --- the dispute resolution mechanism under the treaty between Indian and Singapore,…...
China mine blast tests limits of Xi's energy push
4+ hour, 18+ min ago (306+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. China mine blast tests limits of Xi's energy push A devastating mine blast in Shanxi, China, has claimed over 80 lives. This tragedy is now prompting a nationwide safety…...
Iranian embassy rejects US State Secretary Marco Rubio's remarks
4+ hour, 36+ min ago (104+ words) Iran's embassy in India has rejected remarks by Marco Rubio. The embassy stated that US and Israeli actions threaten maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran maintains its right to peaceful nuclear technology. The embassy also highlighted that US…...
Bengal govt orders 'holding centres' for illegal migrants
4+ hour, 41+ min ago (251+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. Bengal govt orders 'holding centres' for illegal migrants West Bengal authorities are establishing holding centres for foreigners apprehended for illegal stay. This move follows a policy announcement to…...
Government allocates 8, 606 tonnes of raw sugar exports to the US
7+ hour, 42+ min ago (74+ words) "The quantity of 8606 MTRV (metric tonnes raw value) raw cane sugar to be exported to USA under TRQ scheme from 01. 10. 2025 to 30. 09. 2026 has been notified," the DGFT has said in notification. Rubio's tense exchange over "racist remarks" question at press meet…...
South Indian cinema dominates OTT race, accounts for 60% of hit film acquisitions in 2025
3+ hour, 48+ min ago (249+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. South Indian cinema dominates OTT race, accounts for 60% of hit film acquisitions in 2025 South Indian cinema is increasingly dominating the streaming landscape, accounting for nearly 60% of theatrically successful…...
HDFC Bank backs Hyderabad luxury housing project with Rs 300 crore
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (48+ words) HDFC Bank has provided Rs 300 crore in funding for a Rs 2, 000 crore ultra-luxury residential project in Hyderabad's Kokapet. This investment highlights a trend of developers seeking structured financing amid moderating sales and strong demand for premium homes, with Hyderabad leading…...
We are ambitious and working to become a top 5 private bank again: Vinay Tonse, MD & CEO, Yes Bank
4+ hour, 37+ min ago (298+ words) The Economic Times The Economic Times daily newspaper is available online now. We are ambitious and working to become a top 5 private bank again: Vinay Tonse, MD & CEO, Yes Bank Yes Bank is embarking on an ambitious journey to enhance…...