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Police clarify viral photo chain theft case

VITTAL An incident of chain snatching involving a child was reported in Kodapadu area under Vittal police station limits. An unknown person on a KTM bike snatched a gold chain weighing around 7 grams from a 7-year-old child and threatened the child. Police registered a case at

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Karnataka

Honour killing shock rocks Chikkodi village case

CHIKKODI Police in Chikkodi suspect an honour killing in which a married woman, Satyavva Helavi, was poisoned and later burnt to destroy evidence after she went with her lover. Three relatives, including her uncle and brother, have been arrested by Yamakanamaradi police after

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Business

Triple threat looms over India’s farming sector

NEW DELHI India’s farmers are facing a difficult year as a "trifecta" of risks threatens to stall agricultural growth. A new report warns that a weak monsoon, the return of El Niño, and global supply chain disruptions from the West Asia war could hurt crop yields and push food

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Business

Indian patent filings hit record high in 2026

NEW DELHI India’s innovation landscape has reached a historic milestone as patent filings soared to record levels this year. New data reveals that 70 percent of all patent applications, nearly 100,000 filings, now come from Indian residents, rather than foreign companies.

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Business

Air India seeking billions after massive loss

NEW DELHI Air India is turning to its owners for a massive financial rescue after reporting a staggering loss of over ₹22,000 crore for the past year. The airline, owned by the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, is currently in talks for a fresh cash infusion to stay afloat

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Business

Digital gold investments triple amid global tension

NEW DELHI While physical gold remains a cultural favorite, digital gold is stealing the spotlight. A new report shows that Gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have seen a massive surge, with total assets nearly tripling over the past year. By the end of March 2026, the value of

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Business

Delhi EV policy to drive long term sales

NEW DELHI Delhi’s ambitious new plan for electric vehicles (EVs) is expected to spark a massive wave of buying in the coming years. A recent report suggests that the government’s 2024–2030 draft policy, backed by a massive ₹40,000 crore budget, will fundamentally change how

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Business

Wholesale prices rise as fuel costs jump

NEW DELHI India’s wholesale inflation climbed to 3.88 percent in March, marking a significant increase from the 2.13 percent seen in February. This rise was largely fueled by a sharp spike in global energy prices and the rising cost of manufactured goods. The biggest driver

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Business

Global PC market sees surprise sales jump

NEW DELHI The global personal computer market grew by 4 percent in the first quarter of 2026, with shipments reaching nearly 63 million units.  While the numbers look positive, experts warn that this growth doesn't necessarily mean more people are buying computers. Instead,

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Business

Maruti Suzuki boosts shop floor diversity with women\

Anchor Slug : Gender equality NEW DELHI India’s leading carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, is celebrating a major milestone in its journey toward workplace equality. The company announced that its female workforce has now surpassed 1,300 employees. This growth is largely dri

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Business

Indian healthcare revenue growth set to slow

Intro: Indian pharma companies expect a 12% revenue growth this quarter, though profits may drop due to drug patent expirations. NEW DELHI India’s major healthcare and pharmaceutical companies are bracing for a modest finish to the fiscal year. A new report suggests that

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Business

New career paths open for Indian graduates

Blurb: India’s fresh graduates are pivoting to AI and content roles as startups and tier-2 cities emerge as major hubs for cross-industry, skill-based career opportunities. NEW DELHI The job market for India’s fresh graduates is undergoing a massive transformation. Accor

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Business

Indian warehousing market sees huge demand spike

Intro: India’s industrial and warehousing sector surged by 22 percent in early 2026, driven by logistics, e-commerce, and manufacturing demand. NEW DELHI India’s industrial and warehousing sector is off to a flying start this year. A new report shows that demand for large s

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Business

Office demand rises, vacancy rates hit lows

New Delhi Office space vacancy in India’s top cities fell to 13.8 per cent in early 2026, dropping below 14 per cent for the first time since the pandemic. The fall is due to strong demand and fewer new buildings. A report said vacancy has been shrinking for eleven straight qu

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Business

Railways near full electrification as passenger numbers surge

New Delhi Indian Railways has nearly completed electrification, covering 99.6 per cent of its broad gauge network. It runs around 25,000 trains daily and carried 741 crore passengers in 2025–26. Revenue reached about Rs 80,000 crore, while freight hit a record 1,670 million to

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Business

Government plans system to steady fuel prices

New Delhi The central government is planning a new system to control sudden changes in petrol, diesel, and LPG prices. The idea is to protect people from rising costs caused by global oil market swings. Officials are discussing a special fund that can be used during sharp pric

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Sports

IPL 2026: Madushanka replaces injured Carse in SRH squad

New Delhi Sri Lankan left-arm pacer Dilshan Madushanka has been named as a replacement for injured England fast bowler Brydon Carse in the Sunrisers Hyderabad squad for the remainder of IPL 2026, the league confirmed on Tuesday. The change comes as SRH look to reinforce their

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