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Motel-Room Science Yields Two New Microbe Species, Offering Clues to Life’s Origins

A scientist working from an $80 motel room in North Carolina has identified two previously unknown microbe species, a striking example of low-cost field science producing high-value discovery. The finding adds to a growing body of research on extremophile and understudied microorganisms that may help explain how life adapts, survives, and evolves in harsh environments.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace3h ago

At Fort Bragg, U.S. Forces Test Drone Defenses as Future Battlefields Take Shape

At Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Exercise Scarlet Dragon is bringing soldiers and industry partners together to test emerging technologies under realistic field conditions, with a sharp focus on systems that can detect, track and defeat drone threats. The effort reflects a broader U.S. military push to adapt quickly to the changing character of warfare, where inexpensive unmanned aircraft are reshaping battlefield risk and forcing new defensive tactics.

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Defence, Intelligence & AerospaceSept 26, 2026

America's Contingency Corps Trains Against Drone Threat, Prepares for Future Battlefields

At Fort Bragg, Exercise Scarlet Dragon unites soldiers and industry partners to confront the evolving drone threat. This training initiative aims to enhance military readiness and integrate advanced technologies for future conflicts.

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Agriculture & Rural Economy6h ago

Six Dead in Uttar Pradesh as Torrential Rain Batters State, Damages Crops and Homes

At least six people were killed and three injured in rain-related incidents across Uttar Pradesh on Saturday as heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds lashed the state, damaging standing crops and more than 100 houses. Officials said 63 districts recorded above-normal rainfall, with some areas facing a moderate risk of flash floods after the state received 19 times its normal rainfall in the past 24 hours.

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National Governance & Policy10h ago

True North Fund III-A Settlement Order Signals Regulatory Scrutiny in India's Private Markets

India's markets regulator has issued a settlement order in the matter of True North Fund III-A, marking another enforcement action in the country's closely watched private equity and alternative investment space. The order underscores the growing emphasis on compliance, disclosure and procedural discipline as regulators tighten oversight of fund structures and market conduct.

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National Governance & Policy11h ago

True North Fund Settlement Order Signals Regulatory Scrutiny in India's Markets

A settlement order in the matter of True North Fund has drawn attention in India's economy and markets landscape, underscoring the continuing emphasis on regulatory compliance and market discipline. While the source material provides limited factual detail, the order itself points to a formal resolution process that typically reflects scrutiny over conduct, disclosure, or procedural obligations in the securities ecosystem.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy27m ago

India trims FY27 market borrowing to Rs 15.99 lakh crore, signals longer debt profile to ease rollover risk

The Centre has lowered its gross market borrowing for FY27 to Rs 15.99 lakh crore, while keeping net borrowing at budgeted levels and leaning more heavily on longer-dated securities to manage debt costs and rollover risk. The finance ministry's second-half borrowing calendar also includes Rs 15,000 crore of sovereign green bonds, underscoring the government's effort to preserve fiscal credibility even as bond yields climb.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth2h ago

True North Buys Minority Stake in IPO-Bound InMobi in $50-60 Mn Deal

Private equity firm True North has reportedly acquired a minority stake in adtech and commerce company InMobi through a secondary transaction valued at about $50-60 million, according to a Livemint report. The deal, which includes a small primary component, comes as InMobi accelerates preparations for a public listing in India and continues reshaping its cap table ahead of a potential IPO.

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Startups & Venture Capital3h ago

Dextr AI Raises $6.7 Million to Bring AI Agents Into Hotel Operations

Hospitality-focused startup Dextr AI has raised $6.7 million in seed funding led by Elevation Capital, with participation from Foundation Capital, as it looks to expand its AI agents across global hotel markets including India. The company says its software is already handling more than 1 million interactions a month for hundreds of properties across North America and Europe, while automating reservations, guest requests, staffing and marketing.

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