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National Governance & Policy 15 Oct 2026, 01:37 PM IST

Defence Accounts Department Holds Cleanliness Drive Under Swachhata Campaign

The Defence Accounts Department organised a voluntary shramdaan programme as part of the national Swachhata Hi Seva campaign, underscoring the government’s continuing push to link civic responsibility with institutional discipline. The initiative reflects how public offices are increasingly being used to reinforce cleanliness, workplace participation, and behavioural change beyond symbolic observance.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:01 PM IST

Government Urges Banks to Build Quantum-Ready Defences and AI Resilience Framework

India’s finance ministry has asked banks to prepare for a sector-wide transition to post-quantum security while also developing an artificial intelligence resilience framework, according to an official familiar with the matter. The move reflects growing concern that encrypted financial data could be harvested now and decrypted later by future quantum computers, forcing lenders to align on common industry standards rather than fragmented internal fixes.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 11:14 AM IST

India Must Accelerate Indigenous Defence Tech Through Closer Industry-Academia Ties, Defence Minister Says

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India must deepen collaboration between the armed forces, academia and the defence industry to speed up the development and adoption of indigenous technologies as warfare evolves rapidly. He framed self-reliance in defence not as a slogan but as a strategic necessity shaped by changing battlefield realities, supply-chain risks and the need for faster innovation cycles.

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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 09:31 AM IST

Royals Open Archery Premier League Title Defence in Style as Knights and Archers Prevail

The Royals launched their Archery Premier League title defence with a composed, statement-making performance, setting the tone for the new campaign. In the day’s other matches, the Knights produced a late rally to edge the Marathas, while the Archers secured a solid win over the Chiefs, underlining the early competitiveness of the tournament.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 06:47 AM IST

Rajnath Singh Urges Deeper India-ASEAN Defence Ties, Joint Military Technology Development

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called for a more ambitious India-ASEAN security partnership, urging cooperation in the joint development of military technologies and stronger coordination against both conventional and emerging threats. He framed the outreach around mutual trust, respect for sovereignty, adherence to international law and open channels of dialogue.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 06:06 AM IST

Rajnath Singh Pushes Deeper India-ASEAN Defence Ties, Calls for Joint Military Technology Development

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called for a stronger India-ASEAN security partnership built on mutual trust, respect for sovereignty and adherence to international law. He also urged closer collaboration on the joint development of military technologies, signalling New Delhi’s intent to deepen strategic engagement with Southeast Asia amid evolving conventional and emerging threats.

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Automotive, EVs & Mobility14 Oct 2026, 05:32 PM IST

Digital Lenders’ Personal-Loan Books Jump 28% as Outstanding Accounts Slip

India’s digital lenders have expanded their personal-loan portfolios by 28% over the past year, even as the number of outstanding accounts edged down to 5.64 crore. The data points to a clear shift toward larger loan sizes, stronger demand for unsecured credit and a growing contribution from younger borrowers and customers with thin credit histories.

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Global Markets & Equities14 Oct 2026, 01:04 PM IST

Trump Accounts Reach Millions of Children as New Rules Stir Market and Policy Questions

A new federal savings initiative branded as Trump Accounts is being rolled out to millions of children, with the White House promoting the program as a long-term path to financial security. But the design of the accounts, including a controversial new feature and the role of large asset managers, is already drawing scrutiny from investors, policymakers and consumer advocates.

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Automotive, EVs & Mobility14 Oct 2026, 12:41 AM IST

Bigger Personal Loans Lift Digital Lenders’ Books 28% as Outstanding Accounts Slip

India’s digital lenders have posted a 28% jump in their personal-loan portfolios over the past year, even as the number of outstanding accounts edged down to 5.64 crore. The data points to a clear shift toward larger loan sizes, with new sanctions rising 50% and younger borrowers, along with consumers with thin credit files, driving demand.

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Global Markets & Equities13 Oct 2026, 02:21 PM IST

Trump Accounts Reach Nearly 70 Million Children, But Parents Must Claim the $1,000 Benefit

Nearly 70 million children are now eligible for Trump Accounts, the new federally backed investment vehicle designed to seed long-term savings for minors. But the $1,000 government contribution is not automatic: parents or guardians must actively claim the account, making uptake and awareness central to the program’s early impact.

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Automotive, EVs & Mobility13 Oct 2026, 07:50 AM IST

Bigger Personal Loans Lift Digital Lenders’ Books 28% as Outstanding Accounts Slip

India’s digital lenders expanded their personal-loan books by 28% over the past year even as the number of outstanding accounts edged down to 5.64 crore, underscoring a shift toward larger ticket sizes rather than more borrowers. New sanctions jumped 50%, with younger customers and thin-file borrowers driving much of the demand, signalling continued appetite for quick, app-based credit despite a tighter risk backdrop.

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