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National Governance & Policy 10 Oct 2026, 09:20 AM IST

Former IISc Director Urges Science Policy to Build on Prior Research for Better Results

A former director of the Indian Institute of Science has argued that new scientific studies in India should be designed with close reference to existing research, warning that duplication and weak continuity can dilute outcomes. The remarks add fresh weight to a broader policy debate over how public research funding is allocated and how institutions measure scientific value.

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IIT-Madras Deep-Tech Fund Closes First Rs 450 Crore, Backing Frontier Startups in Defence, Space and AI

The IIT Madras-led Unicorn Frontier Fund has reached a Rs 450 crore first close, marking a major early milestone for its Rs 1,000 crore deep-tech investment vehicle. Backed by alumni, family offices, institutions, corporates and banks, the fund has already deployed capital into four startups working on rocket engines, air-quality technology, quantum instrumentation and energy storage.

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India Sports & Cricket09 Oct 2026, 05:56 AM IST

Prakash Padukone Calls for Greater Consistency from Indian Shuttlers

Badminton legend Prakash Padukone has urged India’s top shuttlers to turn flashes of brilliance into sustained results, underscoring consistency as the missing ingredient in the country’s push for global dominance. His remarks come at a time when Indian badminton continues to produce elite talent but struggles to convert depth into regular title-winning performances.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy09 Oct 2026, 05:06 AM IST

Infosys, Wipro ADRs Slide Nearly 3% as TCS Results and U.S. H-1B Crackdown Pressure Indian IT Stocks

Infosys and Wipro American depositary receipts fell nearly 3% in U.S. trading as investors digested Tata Consultancy Services’ quarterly performance and a fresh tightening of U.S. immigration rules tied to employment-based green cards. The selloff reflected broader unease over slowing technology spending, the pace of AI-led disruption, and the policy risk facing Indian IT firms that rely heavily on global talent mobility.

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India Entertainment & Culture09 Oct 2026, 03:37 AM IST

Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Dies at Goa Home, Film World Mourns a Singular Force in Indian Cinema

Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar has died at his Goa residence in the early hours of Thursday, prompting an immediate outpouring of grief from political leaders, colleagues and admirers across the film industry. Known for his intense screen presence, uncompromising performances and distinctive voice, Patekar leaves behind a body of work that shaped several generations of Hindi and Marathi cinema.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance09 Oct 2026, 01:50 AM IST

Indian Households Shift Toward Secured Borrowing as Gold Loans Surge and Card Dues Cool

Indian household borrowing is showing a clear tilt toward secured credit, with loans against gold jewellery rising sharply even as credit card dues and consumer durable loans post only modest growth. Reserve Bank of India data indicate that personal loans remain a major driver of bank credit, but the mix is changing in favour of collateral-backed lending.

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National Governance & Policy09 Oct 2026, 01:50 AM IST

Indian Air Force Marks 94th Air Force Day at Hindon Air Base

The Indian Air Force marked its 94th Air Force Day at Hindon Air Force Station with a ceremonial observance that underscored the service’s operational readiness, institutional continuity, and expanding strategic role. The occasion comes as India continues to modernize its air power amid a more demanding regional security environment.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance08 Oct 2026, 10:15 PM IST

Indian Markets Extend Sell-Off as RBI Hawkishness Hits Rate-Sensitive Stocks

Indian equities closed sharply lower on Thursday as the Reserve Bank of India’s hawkish policy stance continued to weigh on sentiment, especially in rate-sensitive sectors such as real estate and metals. The Nifty 50 fell 1.64% to 22,231.80, while the Sensex declined 1.46% to 71,593.24, with broader valuation resets adding to the pressure. Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Adani Enterprises and ITC were among the notable movers in a session defined by risk aversion and sectoral rotation.

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