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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy 21 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

India Offers German Firms a Compelling Investment Case, FICCI Says

India is positioning itself as a strong destination for German investment, with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry arguing that Germany’s technology depth and innovation strengths align closely with India’s scale, skilled labour pool and cost advantages. The pitch comes as New Delhi seeks to deepen industrial partnerships with Europe’s manufacturing powerhouse amid shifting global supply chains and a renewed search for resilient production bases.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life Sciences21 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Bengal Chief Minister Defends Shift of Stampede Victims to Private Hospital, Citing Better Care

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has defended the decision to move stampede victims to private hospitals, saying the choice was made immediately to secure the best available treatment and prevent further fatalities. She said all 25 injured people survived, describing the move as a practical medical decision rather than a political controversy.

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National Governance & Policy21 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Meets Families After Kolkata Puja Pandal Stampede

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met the families of those killed in the Kolkata puja pandal stampede, offering condolences and signalling immediate state support for the bereaved. In a parallel political gesture, Suvendu Adhikari handed over a cheque of ₹25 lakh to relatives and said one member from each affected family would be assured a government job.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance20 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

DBS Chief Sees Overseas Confidence in India Despite Capital Outflow Pressures

DBS Bank CEO Tan Su Shan said strong demand for FCNR(B) deposits reflects continued overseas confidence in India even as foreign net sales weigh on the rupee. She argued that India’s growth, digital infrastructure and AI readiness continue to support a constructive long-term investment case. Tan also said policymakers should keep pushing foreign direct investment and exports to help stabilise the currency.

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National Governance & Policy20 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Jaishankar Meets Swift Chief in Delhi as India Deepens Global Payments Dialogue

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met the chief executive of Swift in New Delhi on Tuesday, underscoring India’s continuing engagement with the infrastructure that underpins cross-border finance. The meeting comes as New Delhi seeks to strengthen its links with global payment systems while preserving policy space in an increasingly fragmented financial order.

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India Entertainment & Culture19 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Telangana Chief Minister Seeks Film Stars’ Help to Warn Public on El Niño Risks

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has called for film stars to help communicate the risks of El Niño to the public on a regular basis, arguing that people should be prepared well before shortages or disruptions become severe. The appeal reflects a broader push to use popular cultural figures to translate climate-related warnings into messages that reach mass audiences quickly and credibly.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance18 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Festive Demand May Lift Credit Growth by Up to 2% This Quarter, Says PNB Chief Ashok Chandra

Punjab National Bank Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Ashok Chandra said festive demand has materially strengthened credit offtake and could add as much as 2% to loan growth in the current quarter. His remarks point to a seasonal but meaningful pickup in borrowing across retail and business segments, even as lenders continue to watch deposit mobilisation and broader liquidity conditions.

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