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US Fed cuts rates by 25 bps as unemployment edges up and outlook remains u
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The US Federal Reserve reduced the federal funds rate by 25 basis points (0.25 percentage point), citing rising downside risks to employment and a moderate pace of economic expansion.
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Gen-Z and interim government of Nepal seal 10-point agreement amid rift wi
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Nepal's interim government and Gen-Z groups signed a 10-point agreement promising support for protest victims, constitutional reforms, and anti-corruption steps, despite internal rifts. The deal follows deadly September protests that led to the parliament's dissolution and aims to stabilise
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WUC former President urges global action as Uyghur genocide recognition ma
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
World Uyghur Congress (WUC) former President Dolkun Isa renewed calls for justice and accountability for China's ongoing persecution of Uyghurs on Uyghur Genocide Recognition Day 2025, describing the movement's four-year campaign for recognition as a turning point in raising global awaren
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ADB ups India's growth forecast to 7.2% for FY26, from earlier 6.5%
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has raised its growth forecast for India by 0.7 percentage points from 6.5 per cent to 7.2 per cent for 2025-26, days after India registered robust July-September quarter growth and prospects of a stronger fiscal.
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"Votes of Dalits, Muslims being cut through SIR": Congress MP Imran Masood
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
He claimed that the most affected are Dalits and Muslims, stressing that incoming reports point to large-scale curtailment of voting rights through the ongoing exercise.
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"Pitch had a steep tennis ball bounce...": South Africa skipper Markram
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Following his side's loss to India in the first T20I, South African skipper Aiden Markram pointed out that the pitch had a "steep tennis-ball bounce" and it was unfortunate that the Proteas delivered a poor outing with the bat.
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Formula 4 Indian Championship set for high-stakes final at Madras Internat
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Fifteen-year-old Kenyan racer Shane Chandaria (Chennai Turbo Riders) arrives in Chennai as the points leader with 158.
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BJP's Nishikant Dubey accuses Congress of subverting institutions; rubbish
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Dubey cited the 1976 Swaran Singh Committee, which led to the 42nd Amendment, saying it stripped the President of powers. He criticised Gandhi's claims, pointing out Congress's own history of influencing institutions and appointments.
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Market settles lower for second straight session with most sectors facing
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
At close, the Sensex settled 436.41 points or 0.51% lower at 84,666.28, while Nifty slipped to 25,839.65, down 120.90 points or 0.47%
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Ex-Aussie captain Taylor points out "confusion" in England's batting, urge
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
England's attacking 'Bazball' approach as a batting unit did not pay them any dividends in the first two Ashes Tests. At the same time, they faced a helpless, two-day loss at Perth, courtesy of a Travis Head form; none of their batters, except centurion Joe Root, Zak Crawley and skipper Ben
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Cement makers' margins to rise 250 bps this fiscal on higher realisation,
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Cement manufacturers are expected to see a significant improvement in profitability this fiscal, with operating margins set to rise by 250-300 basis points (bps) owing to better realisations supported by premiumisation and stable input costs, according to Crisil Intelligence.
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Puducherry Police caps TVK rally at 5,000; strict protocols issued ahead o
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Puducherry Police, led by Senior Superintendent of Police (Law & Order) R. Kalaivanan, granted permission for the event at the Expo Ground with attendance strictly capped at 5,000 people from the Union Territory.
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