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Human capital monetisation model proposed to tackle job crisis

New Delhi Amid growing concerns over a widening global employment gap, a new framework called the Human Capital Monetisation Economic System (HRMES) has been proposed as a potential solution to an emerging global jobs crisis, according to a report. The proposal suggests red

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Business

Small-cap stocks surge despite weak macro signals

New Delhi Indian equity markets delivered strong returns in April, with small-cap and micro-cap segments outperforming larger indices despite a weak macroeconomic backdrop marked by geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices, according to a report by OmniScience Capital

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Business

OBESITAS 2026 highlights India’s obesity challenge

New Delhi Over 500 doctors and 150 nutritionists gathered at OBESITAS 2026, a major medical conference organised by the IJCP Group in association with the South Asian Obesity Forum, to address India’s rising obesity burden. The event focused on obesity as a chronic, complex

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Business

Two-wheeler sales boost India’s FY26 auto recovery

New Delhi India’s automobile sector witnessed a demand-led yet uneven recovery in FY26, with two-wheelers emerging as the primary growth driver, according to a report by Deloitte India. Urban demand and premiumisation trends supported overall growth, while rural markets contin

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Spirit Airlines shuts down after failed rescue talks

New Delhi Spirit Airlines on Saturday announced it is shutting down operations and initiating an orderly wind-down after failing to secure a financial lifeline from lenders and the US government. The airline cancelled all scheduled flights with immediate effect and suspende

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Business

Govt to sustain capex despite fiscal stress

Govt prioritises 12.22 lakh crore capex plan despite fiscal stress, focusing on infrastructure amid global uncertainties New Delhi The government has said it will continue its planned capital expenditure of 12.22 lakh crore in the current fiscal year despite emerging fiscal

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Business

India eases HVDC localisation rules

Govt eases HVDC substation norms under Make in India, targeting 60% local content by 2035 to boost domestic manufacturing and energy infra growth. New Delhi The Ministry of Power has eased localisation norms for high voltage direct current HVDC substation projects under the

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Business

Central banks trim dollar exposure, boost gold bets

Central banks reduce US dollar exposure and increase gold reserves amid geopolitical tensions, says Deutsche Bank report. New Delhi Global central banks are reducing their exposure to the US dollar and increasing gold reserves amid rising geopolitical tensions, according to

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Business

Central Bank warns of debt vulnerabilities worldwide

New Delhi Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra said India’s macroeconomic fundamentals remain strong despite global uncertainties, supported by robust consumption and sustained public investment. Speaking at an international conference in Amsterdam, he cautioned that

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Business

Air India cuts flights as fuel surge hits viability

New Delhi Air India CEO Campbell Wilson has warned of significant flight reductions as soaring jet fuel prices and airspace constraints hit the airline’s viability. The carrier has already cut some services in April and May and plans further reductions through June and July. A

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Business

Rohit Jain appointed as RBI Deputy Governor

New Delhi The Government has appointed Rohit Jain as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India for a three-year term, according to official sources. He will replace T Rabi Sankar, whose extended tenure concluded recently. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet cleared hi

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Karnataka

Minister H. K. Patil to tour Gadag district today

Gadag District In-charge Minister Dr. H. K. Patil will visit Gadag district on May 3 with a packed program of development and religious events. He will begin at 11 am by attending nursing institute academic activities, oath taking and graduation ceremony at Hulakoti. In the ev

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Karnataka

Government clears encroached land in Ballari operation

Ballari District administration continued clearance operation against government land encroachment in Ballari Rural area today. It has taken possession of 15.05 acres of land under various survey numbers in the village limits. Officials said the land includes survey number 977

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Karnataka

Ballari celebrates Buddha Jayanti with peace message

Ballari India is the land of Lord Buddha, who taught peace and non-violence, said Dr. Mundaragi Nagaraj, President of the Babu Jagjivan Ram Leather Industries Development Corporation Limited, during the Buddha Jayanti celebrations held in Ballari. The programme was organised j

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Karnataka

Health officials warn against severe summer heatwave

Haveri Weather in Haveri has become very hot due to rising temperatures in summer and health officials have advised people to take safety steps. District Health and Family Welfare Officer Dr M Jayanand said people must protect themselves from heat related illnesses by followin

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Karnataka

Statue installation works set to begin in Kuknoor

Koppal The Koppal district administration has announced that the foundation stone laying ceremony for the installation of statues of great personalities will be held in Kuknoor town on May 4 at 5 pm. The programme comes under the Chief Minister’s infrastructure development pla

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Karnataka

Mother in law arrested for gold theft

Belagavi A shocking theft case has been reported in Belagavi, where a mother-in-law was arrested for stealing gold ornaments from her son-in-law’s house. The accused, Ujwala Kammara, a resident of Piranawadi, was taken into custody along with her relative Shiva Appayan. Acc

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Karnataka

Journalists need protection and support says Activist

Gadag On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, social activist Krishna H. Hadapada called for stronger protection and better welfare measures for journalists, saying they play a key role in safeguarding society. He said journalists act as watchdogs by exposing truth and hig

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