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September 2, 2026 12:00 PM

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ED searches 14 premises across 7 regions in alleged NHAI toll fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate is conducting search operations at 14 premises in connection with alleged fraud in toll collection at National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) plazas. The searches are being carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The premises are located in Ut...

September 2, 2026 10:05 AM

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Govt reduces sugar stock limit to 2,000 Quintals to ensure price stability

The Government has reduced the stock holding limit for sugar dealers from 4,000 quintals to 2,000 quintals, effective from the 15th of this month till the 30th of November this year. Our Correspondent reports that the new stock limit is aimed at curbing hoarding and speculative trading, protect cons...

September 2, 2026 8:40 AM

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UN Chief Antonio Guterres to participate in 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will participate in the 18th BRICS Summit later this month in New Delhi. As the chair this year, India will be hosting the 18th BRICS Summit on September 12-13 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The summit will bring together leaders of BRICS member and partner co...

September 2, 2026 10:05 AM

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Indian Forensic team begins DNA analysis to identify flash flood victims in Nepal

A 19-member Indian forensic team has begun analysing DNA samples alongside forensic experts to assist in identifying people affected by the recent flash floods in Nepal. The Indian Embassy said that the team commenced the analysis at the Nepal Police Central Forensic Science Laboratory and the Natio...

September 2, 2026 8:28 AM

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India & World Bank discuss expanding partnership beyond traditional lending

India and the World Bank Group have discussed expanding their partnership beyond traditional lending, with a sharper focus on infrastructure finance, digital public infrastructure, tourism and the mobilisation of private capital. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met World Bank Group President Aja...

September 2, 2026 8:27 AM

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India & US agree to work more closely on critical minerals

India and the US have agreed to work more closely on critical minerals following a meeting between Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The agreement aims to strengthen the long-standing economic partnership between the two countries.   The two leaders met on ...