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New Delhi India is emerging as a key player in global space innovation and standardisation, said Nidhi Khare while addressing an international space systems meeting in New Delhi on Friday. She said the country is now at the forefront of global space transformation and rapidly
Indices Slip Globally Mumbai The Indian stock market closed sharply lower on Friday, with benchmark indices falling due to renewed geopolitical concerns linked to tensions near the Strait of Hormuz. BSE SENSEX dropped 516 points, while the NIFTY 50 slipped around 150 poi
Indian construction equipment exports surge despite domestic slowdown driven by infrastructure delays and higher operational costs. New Delhi India’s construction equipment industry recorded strong export growth of 31.5% in FY26, even as domestic demand softened, according
india-targets-boost-msme-cooperation-brics-chairship-2026-finance-inclusion-fintech-trade-growth-sme-working-group-msme-forum-inclusive-development New Delhi As Chair of the BRICS in 2026, India is focusing on strengthening cooperation among micro, small and medium enterpri
Large office transactions dominated India’s commercial real estate market in Q1 2026, driving strong sector activity overall. New Delhi India’s commercial real estate sector saw strong momentum in Q1 2026, with large office transactions accounting for about 65% of total mar
New Delhi The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) has said West Bengal can once again emerge as a strong hub of trade, industry and employment if it adopts transparent, investor-friendly policies aligned with national economic initiatives. CAIT Secretary Praveen Khandelw
New Delhi The Air India board, backed by the Tata Group, has discussed cost-cutting measures including possible employee furloughs and deferment of performance-linked bonuses as the airline faces mounting losses and rising operational pressures. A meeting held in Gurugram repo
New Delhi The board meetings of Sir Dorabji Tata Trust and Sir Ratan Tata Trust, key shareholders of Tata Sons, have been deferred to May 16 amid ongoing legal and governance discussions. The meetings were earlier scheduled for May 8 and were expected to review board represent
New Delhi Cloudflare has announced plans to cut more than 1,100 jobs worldwide as part of a major restructuring driven by the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence across its operations. The company said internal use of AI has surged by over 600% in recent months, with too
An accused in a POCSO case allegedly attempted suicide by swallowing a key while in custody at the Madanayakanahalli Police Station. Police later admitted him to a hospital, where doctors reportedly managed to recover the key after three days of treatment and an unusual diet invo
BENGALURU A resident of Varthur has been awarded compensation of Rs 11,000 after a consumer forum held a wireless broadband service provider responsible for failing to provide reliable internet connectivity. The ruling is being seen as an important reminder of consumer rights
BENGALURU The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has expanded its services to Channapatna, further strengthening connectivity between South Bengaluru and nearby towns. The new service, launched on Friday, is expected to benefit daily commuters, students and of
BENGALURU What was initially believed to be a road accident involving an elderly woman has now turned into a shocking murder investigation, with police uncovering a conspiracy allegedly linked to a loan dispute. Adding another twist to the case, one of the accused died due to
BENGALURU Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) has suffered a setback after Shivani, a young female giraffe and one of the park’s popular attractions, died following a sudden intestinal complication despite intensive veterinary treatment. According to BBP officials, Shivani w
BENGALURU In a bid to tackle rising sandalwood thefts across Karnataka, Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Ltd (KSDL) has invited farmers, scientists, innovators and organisations to propose advanced technologies and equipment for safeguarding sandalwood trees. Announcing the i
Fine for rule diversion BENGALURU The Karnataka High Court has strongly criticised the Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (KKRTC) for allegedly suppressing facts and presenting contradictory arguments in a road accident compensation case. The court imposed a fine
State Cabinet clears aquarium and digital zoo projects under PPP model in Bengaluru. BENGALURU The Karnataka Cabinet approved the development of a state-of-the-art public aquarium at the Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) in Bengaluru under the Public-Private Partnership (P
State Cabinet decides to approach Supreme Court seeking continuation of rural employment guarantee scheme. BENGALURU The Karnataka government has decided to move the Supreme Court over the Centre’s delay in issuing a notification regarding the implementation of the proposed
