Category: India

New Delhi: In India’s highly competitive medical entrance ecosystem, the credibility of the NEET-UG is once again under intense scrutiny after the 2026 examination was plunged into controversy, raising serious questions about systemic failure, accountability, and student welfare. On May 3, 2026, more than 2.2 million aspirants appeared for the NEET-UG examination with dreams of entering India’s premier medical institutions such as AIIMS and JIPMER. However, within days, allegations of irregularities and question paper discrepancies surfaced, triggering nationwide concern. On May 12, the National Testing Agency (NTA) reportedly cancelled the…

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Chennai: Indian Institute of Technology Madras has commenced admissions for its BS Degree Programmes for the 2026 academic session, with applications open until May 31, 2026. Designed to make high-quality IIT education accessible to learners from diverse backgrounds, the programme is open to all candidates who have completed Class 12, with no upper age limit. The institute currently offers four programmes — BS in Data Science and Applications, BS in Electronic Systems, BS in Management and Data Science, and BS in Aeronautics and Space Technology. Students can pursue these programmes…

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New Delhi: ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited has launched the ICICI Prudential Life BSE Enhanced Value 30 Index Fund for customers investing through Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs). The new fund aims to provide disciplined exposure to attractively valued companies from the large and mid-cap segments while supporting long-term wealth creation. The fund follows a rule-based and transparent investment strategy focused on companies with strong fundamentals and attractive valuations. It tracks the ICICI PRU BSE Enhanced Value Index, which consists of 30 companies selected from the BSE Large &…

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New Delhi: Skoda Auto India has introduced significant upgrades to its flagship luxury SUV, the Skoda Kodiaq, further strengthening its “Luxury, As It Should Be” philosophy. The updated 2026 Kodiaq lineup now comes with enhanced luxury, sporty styling, advanced driver assistance systems and improved accessibility across three distinct variants — Lounge, Sportline and Selection L&K. Following the successful launch of the second-generation Kodiaq in India in 2025, the company has now expanded the range to cater to different customer preferences, from premium family comfort to sporty driving dynamics and uncompromised…

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Mumbai: Ujjivan Small Finance Bank delivered a strong performance in the fourth quarter of FY26, registering significant growth across its loan book, deposits and profitability amid an increasingly competitive banking environment. The bank’s gross loan book grew 26.6 percent year-on-year to ₹40,655 crore, while quarterly disbursements touched a record ₹9,811 crore. Net profit for the quarter surged 238.2 percent to ₹282 crore, reflecting improved operational efficiency and healthy business expansion. The bank’s deposits increased 21.4 percent to ₹45,668 crore, with the CASA ratio improving to 28.6 percent. Its secured loan…

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New Delhi: As soaring temperatures continue to affect daily life, Being Responsible has intensified its annual “Dana-Pani” campaign to provide food and water for birds and stray animals struggling during the harsh summer season. For nearly four years, the organisation has carried forward the initiative with the message that voiceless creatures also experience thirst, hunger and suffering. This year, volunteers distributed more than 200 earthen water bowls and grain packets across different parts of the city to help birds and animals survive the extreme heat. The campaign encourages residents to…

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New Delhi: One MobiKwik Systems Ltd. announced strong financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026, marking a major milestone in the company’s journey toward sustained profitability. The digital payments and financial services platform reported its second consecutive profitable quarter, driven by robust growth across its Payments and Financial Services businesses. The company posted EBITDA of ₹174 million in Q4 FY26, reflecting a year-on-year improvement of ₹632 million, while profit after tax stood at ₹44 million compared to a loss in the same quarter last year.…

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Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Ltd. announced a strong financial performance for the fourth quarter and full financial year ended March 31, 2026, driven by robust demand across product categories and continued focus on operational efficiency. The company reported a 16.6 percent year-on-year rise in Q4 revenue to ₹218 crore, while annual revenue for FY26 increased 9 percent to ₹943 crore. EBITDA for the quarter grew 19.7 percent to ₹20 crore, with margins improving to 8.9 percent. For the full year, EBITDA rose 22 percent to ₹80 crore, while profit after tax…

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New Delhi: In a major step towards women-led technological empowerment, FICCI FLO has signed three landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Garuda Aerospace, NEOSKY India and YRG to launch one of India’s most ambitious drone skill development programmes for women. The initiative aims to train 1,000 DGCA-certified women drone pilots by March 2027 across the country. The MoUs were signed in New Delhi by Pooja Garg along with Deki Yangtso Chawla. Representatives from partner organisations included Ritika Agniswar, Co-founder of Garuda Aerospace, Sarath Chandra, CEO of NEOSKY India, and AK…

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New Delhi | Political currents in India are witnessing a decisive shift, with the contest between the Indian National Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party entering a new phase. While the Congress appears to be finding renewed confidence in southern India, its struggle to reinvent itself in the Hindi heartland of North India continues to raise difficult questions about leadership, generational change, and organisational inertia. South India: a story of tactical maturity In contrast to its northern challenges, the Congress under Rahul Gandhi has demonstrated a more adaptive political approach in…

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