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The World Without a Nuclear Leash: New START Expires, and the Clock Starts Ticking
World

The World Without a Nuclear Leash: New START Expires, and the Clock Starts Ticking

For the first time since the Cold War, no binding treaty limits American or Russian nuclear arsenals. The consequences could reshape the global order for decades.

Feb 05, 2026·5 min read
National

Buried Alive: 16 Workers Dead After Blast Rips Through Illegal Meghalaya Mine

A banned rat-hole coal mine collapsed in East Jaintia Hills, killing at least 16 labourers. Rescue teams battle narrow shafts and toxic air to reach survivors.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
Politics

Manipur's New Dawn: Khemchand Singh Sworn In as CM with Unity Cabinet

In a carefully choreographed move, BJP installs a consensus leader in Imphal. Kuki and Naga leaders take deputy CM roles in a government built on reconciliation.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
World

Abu Dhabi Talks Offer Fragile Hope for Ukraine as Second Day of Negotiations Begins

US-brokered peace talks enter day two with prisoner swaps agreed, but Russia's territorial demands remain the elephant in the room.

Feb 05, 2026·5 min read
National

India to Washington: Our Oil, Our Call — MEA Shuts Down Trump's Russian Crude Claims

New Delhi firmly rejects the US President's claim that India agreed to stop buying Russian oil, calling energy security for 1.4 billion people non-negotiable.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
Economy

Hold Steady: Why the RBI Is Expected to Keep Rates Unchanged This Week

With inflation cooling and growth slowing, the central bank faces a classic dilemma. Most economists expect Governor Malhotra to press pause — for now.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
Economy

The Rare Earth Race: India Joins US-Led Minerals Alliance to Break China's Grip

From lithium in Ladakh to cobalt in Karnataka, India bets big on a strategic minerals partnership that could reshape the global tech supply chain.

Feb 05, 2026·5 min read
Sports

'Most Dangerous Team': Dhoni's Verdict on India Ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

As the tournament nears, India's tactical evolution — from retired-out strategies to left-arm batting depth — makes them the team every opponent fears.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
Technology

India Rewrites the Startup Rulebook: Deep Tech Gets 20-Year Recognition Window

The government doubles the revenue ceiling to Rs 200 crore and opens the doors for AI, quantum, and biotech ventures that need time to bloom.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
Technology

SpaceX Under the Microscope: Pentagon Asked to Investigate Chinese Ownership Ties

America's most critical aerospace company faces a formal probe request over potential indirect Chinese stakes — a move that could reshape space industry oversight.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
Markets

Dalal Street's Rally Hits the Wall: Sensex Plunges 504 Points as IT Stocks Bleed

A brutal global tech sell-off drags Indian markets into the red, snapping a three-day winning streak. Metals and IT lead the rout while quick-service restaurants steal the spotlight.

Feb 05, 2026·5 min read
Markets

After a Decade of Delays, NSE Is Finally Going Public — Here's What You Need to Know

SEBI's green light clears the path for India's largest stock exchange to list. With a grey market valuation north of Rs 5 lakh crore, this could be the IPO of the decade.

Feb 05, 2026·5 min read
Markets

Gold Slides From Record Highs as Silver Crashes 9% — What's Behind the Precious Metals Rout?

After touching an all-time peak of Rs 17,885 per gram in January, 24K gold corrects sharply to Rs 15,442. Silver's freefall steals the show.

Feb 05, 2026·4 min read
Economy

Budget 2026 Decoded: Semiconductor Mission 2.0, STT Storm, and the Rs 40,000-Crore Chip Bet

From a 150% STT hike on futures to a Rs 40,000-crore electronics push and tax breaks for global semiconductor talent — what the budget means for your money.

Feb 05, 2026·5 min read
World

A New Dawn: US Slashes Tariffs on India to 18% in Historic Trade Deal

In a landmark move, the US reduces tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%, signaling a new era of diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two giants.

Feb 03, 2026·4 min read
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Economy

India's Digital Rupee: A New Era of Financial Sovereignty

The Reserve Bank of India's CBDC pilot enters its second phase, promising faster cross-border transactions and financial inclusion for millions.

Oct 24, 2025·5 min read
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Lifestyle

Minimalism in Design: Why Less is More in 2025

From architecture to user interfaces, the clutter is disappearing. We explore the psychological benefits of clean spaces.

Oct 22, 2025·3 min read
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Technology

Startups in Bangalore: The AI Wave

Koromangala is buzzing again, but this time it's not e-commerce. It's Generative AI building solutions for Bharat.

Oct 20, 2025·6 min read
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