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Nepal Gen Z protests: SC, banks set to open as situation improves; Army releases update on curfew

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Sep

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Nepal Gen Z protests: SC, banks set to open as situation improves; Army releases update on curfew

Nepal is reeling under severe protests by Gen Z. The unrest initially began with the government's order to ban social media platforms but gradually turned into an anti-corruption movement. Protestors took to streets and resorted to vandalism and arson. Houses of several leaders were damaged. Kathmandu: With the orders of partial relaxation on curfew in violence-hit Nepal, the Supreme Court and banks in Kathmandu are set to reopen, with commercial activities slowly gaining pace on Thursday. Nepal’s top court, which sustained extensive damage during ongoing protests, is set to open on Sunday. The decision to reopen was made during an…

This telecom stock in focus after share purchase agreement with L&T Finance – Check details

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Sep

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This telecom stock in focus after share purchase agreement with L&T Finance – Check details

The stock opened in the red today at Rs 209 against the previous close of Rs 209.45 on the NSE. During the day, it touched an intraday high of Rs 211 and an intraday low of Rs 206.10. Mumbai: Shares of telecom infrastructure company SAR Televenture are in focus as the company has announced a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) with L&T Finance Limited for the acquisition of its 19.93 per cent stake in Tikona Infinet Private Limited. According to the company, the acquisition will consolidate its shareholding in Tikona. Earlier, the board had approved the acquisition of a majority stake…

Kuldeep Yadav surpasses Ravi Ashwin, joins Yuzvendra Chahal in elite T20I list

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Sep

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Kuldeep Yadav surpasses Ravi Ashwin, joins Yuzvendra Chahal in elite T20I list

Kuldeep Yadav was adjudged the Player of the Match for his outstanding performance in India's opening match of the Asia Cup against UAE. It was his fifth POTM title in the shortest format of the game. With that, he surpassed the likes of Ravi Ashwin and others. Dubai: Star spinner Kuldeep Yadav produced a brilliant performance in India’s opening game of the Asia Cup against UAE. It didn’t take captain Suryakumar Yadav to realise that the surface was on the slower side, and he used the spinners heavily in the middle. Part-time pacer Shivam Dube also proved impactful. However, it…

Charlie Kirk killing: FBI releases photo of ‘person of interest’

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Sep

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Charlie Kirk killing: FBI releases photo of ‘person of interest’

Charlie Kirk killing: Earlier, FBI said it had also recovered the 'high-powered' bolt-action rifle that was used to kill Kirk. It said the shooter, who appears to be of 'college age', had jumped off a roof and fled after taking the fatal shot, and blended in among the students at the Utah campus. Washington: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on Thursday released the picture of the 'person of interest' in connection with the killing of Charlie Kirk. The 31-year-old, a conservative activist and a close ally of US President Donald Trump, was shot dead during a college event in…

Steve Waugh-backed Australia Essence enters India’s premium consumer market

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Sep

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Steve Waugh-backed Australia Essence enters India’s premium consumer market

India’s premium consumer market is expanding beyond luxury fashion and cars to everyday categories, such as food, wellness, and lifestyle. Artisanal snacks, craft coffee, and plant-based dairy have moved from niche to mainstream, driven by the urban middle class seeking provenance, quality and purpose in what it consumes.It is into this landscape that Australia Essence — a house of brands co-founded by former Australian cricket captain Steve Waugh and entrepreneur Tim Thomas — made its Indian debut.“For us, the idea was simple. Australia has something unique to offer, and we wanted to give family-owned, intergenerational businesses a platform to scale…

Case filed against Karnataka BJP MLC CT Ravi over provocative remarks

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Sep

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Case filed against Karnataka BJP MLC CT Ravi over provocative remarks

Maddur police in Karnataka’s Mandya district have registered a case against BJP leader and MLC CT Ravi after he allegedly made provocative remarks against the Muslim community during a Ganesha visarjan rally. The case, filed on Thursday, comes a day after Ravi’s statements at the rally, and has been booked under Section 196(1)(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which pertains to promoting enmity between groups on religious or other grounds. Addressing participants, Ravi described Hindus as “born in India” and Muslims as “outsiders”. “We have not gathered here to celebrate. We have come to tell you not…

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train: NHSRCL signs pact with L&T for track works; 436 engineers trained

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Sep

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Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train: NHSRCL signs pact with L&T for track works; 436 engineers trained

The construction work is moving swiftly on multiple fronts. The viaduct, which will span 320 kilometers, is advancing steadily, while the track bed, covering 202 kilometers, is also progressing rapidly. New Delhi: The ambitious Bullet Train project of India has taken a significant leap forward as the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has signed a crucial agreement with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for track and related works in Maharashtra. This new contract covers an extensive stretch of 157 kilometers, including four stations and a depot, marking a key phase in the project’s expansion. “National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited…

Asia Cup 2025: How can India qualify for final after losing 4-1 to China?

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Sep

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Asia Cup 2025: How can India qualify for final after losing 4-1 to China?

China defeated India 4-1 in the Super 4s of the women's Hockey Asia Cup. To qualify for the final, India cannot afford to drop a point in their upcoming clash against Japan on Saturday, September 13. A defeat will rule the team out of the race. Hangzhou (China): After a tough 1-4 defeat against hosts China in their second Super 4s match at the 2025 Women’s Asia Cup, the Indian hockey team finds itself in a high-stakes scenario heading into the final round of matches. With just one spot left for the title clash and a place at the 2026…

Trump’s commerce secretary Lutnick rakes up Russian oil trade amid thaw in India-US ties

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Sep

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Trump’s commerce secretary Lutnick rakes up Russian oil trade amid thaw in India-US ties

Howard Lutnick said trade talks between India and US could only progress if New Delhi agrees to stop its purchase of Russia oil. Washington: Amid a thaw in the India-US ties after PM Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump toning down tensions, US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has again flared up tensions, suggesting that a trade agreement with New Delhi could only gain pace once it halts importing Russian oil. In an interview with CNBC, Lutnick said, "Well, we're going to sort out India," stressing that progress depends on India ending its energy ties with Moscow. His comments come against the backdrop of…

Longest Rail Tunnels in India: Rishikesh-Karnaprayag route completed, check others in the list

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Sep

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Longest Rail Tunnels in India: Rishikesh-Karnaprayag route completed, check others in the list

The tunnel comes as a crucial part of the 125 km Rishikesh–Karnaprayag Rail Link Project, being executed under the Rail Vikas Nigam Limited. The tunnel is expected to go operational as early as December 2026. New Delhi: In a significant development for infrastructure boost in Uttarakhand, India’s longest rail tunnel, running for 14.57 km between Janasu and Devprayag, is completed. The credit for the successful completion of the competition of the project is being attributed to the tunnel boring machine (TBM) operators, who are said to have worked day and night through the difficult, unforgiving terrain of the Himalayan territory. …