Budget 2026: Bridging urban-rural divides; how budget can scale gold loans for Tier-2 & Tier-3 economies

While gold carries immense emotional and cultural significance, in its idle form it contributes little to economic activity. (AI image) By Shaji VargheseIndia stands at a pivotal juncture where inclusive growth must extend beyond metros to Tier-2, Tier-3, and rural economies. One powerful yet underutilised lever in this journey is household gold. In recent years,…

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India condemns SFJ vandalism in Zagreb | India News

NEW DELHI: Members of terrorist group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) trespassed and vandalised Indian embassy in Zagreb and tried to replace the Tricolour with a “Khalistan flag”, drawing strong condemnation from Indian govt. Govt on Thursday said it had raised the issue with Croatian authorities both here and in the Croatian capital and asked them…

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After PM Carney says Canada ‘doesn’t live because of US’, Trump pulls ‘Board of Peace’ invite

US President Donald Trump withdrew his invitation to Canada to join the Board of Peace after Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney rejected Trump’s claims of Canada’s dependence on the United States.Trump, in his post on Truth Social, wrote, “Dear Prime Minister Carney: Please let this Letter serve to represent that the Board of Peace is…

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‘Courageous woman of our times’: Prakash Raj meets Sunita Williams; shares pics | Malayalam Movie News

Actor Prakash Raj met NASA astronaut Sunita Williams at the Kerala Literature Festival, sharing a memorable moment. Raj expressed his admiration for Williams, calling her a courageous woman. Williams, in turn, spoke about the boundless nature of dreams and imagination, emphasizing that technology now races to keep up with human ingenuity. She also conveyed her…

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World Cup dream ends: ‘They didn’t ask’ — Bangladesh cricketers reveal what happened in the meeting | Cricket News

Bangladesh cricketers (Getty Images) NEW DELHI: While the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the government continued to publicly cling to hopes of a last-minute miracle, the reality behind closed doors painted a far bleaker picture for the national team. According to reports, the ICC is expected to replace Bangladesh with Scotland for the ICC T20…

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Centre forms panel to probe student suicides at IIT Kanpur, seeks mental health reforms nationwide

Centre sets up panel to examine student suicides at IIT Kanpur The Centre has constituted a three-member committee to examine cases of student suicides at IIT Kanpur and recommend measures to strengthen mental health and well-being support across higher education institutions. The move follows renewed attention on student deaths at IIT campuses, including a recent…

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​Watch these 2026 Oscar-nominated films on Prime Video: ‘Sinners,’ ‘Weapons’ and more​

The 2026 Oscar nominations, which were held yesterday, celebrated movies, actors, and several artists from the cinematic world. With 16 nominations, ‘Sinners’ made history and brought the movie back into the limelight. Currently, ‘Sinners’ with the highest 2026 Oscar nods is available with a rent option on Prime Video, along with other nominated films. So…

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Dubai crash leaves Indian biker with Rs 1 crore hospital bill: What happened on E311 and what expat riders should know about insurance, road safety

Dubai Crash Leaves Indian Biker With Dh400,000 Hospital Bill And No Insurance An Indian expatriate in Dubai is confronting an overwhelming hospital bill of nearly Dh400,000 (approximately Rs 1 crore) after a serious motorbike accident on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road (E311) left him with multiple fractures and ongoing surgical needs. The situation raises broader…

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