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Govt pushes FTA utilisation with outreach programme in Rajasthan

Oct 17, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The government has organised an outreach programme, 'Leveraging FTAs ', to create awareness about benefits under India's Free Trade Agreements and facilitate utilisation by exporters in Jaipur, an official statement said on Saturday.According to the Commerce Ministry, the programme was addressed by Joint Secretary,…

Deepfake sex videos up for review surge in S Korea this year

Oct 17, 2026

Seoul, Oct 17 (IANS) The number of deepfake sex crime videos pending review by a South Korean media regulator has surpassed 17,000 as of August this year, already surpassing last year's total, data showed on Saturday.The state-run Korea…

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IDBI Bank deal to help govt meet fiscal goals, attract foreign investment amid global turbulence:…

Oct 17, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The proposed disinvestment of IDBI Bank will help the government meet its fiscal targets, attract foreign investment and boost private sector participation in banking, CareEdge Ratings Chief Economist Rajani Sinha…

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Nielsen sees India as its primary global innovation engine: Report

Oct 17, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) US-based media analytics firm Nielsen is positioning India as its primary global innovation engine, with over 5,000 employees in the country — roughly half its worldwide workforce — and Bengaluru its largest hub, a…

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Govt halts sugar-based ethanol procurement as weak monsoon hurts output

Oct 17, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The Centre has directed state-owned fuel retailers to stop procuring ethanol made from sugar and key sugarcane-based feedstocks in a move aimed at keeping a lid on sugar prices.The direction will take effect from…

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FSSAI initiates action against Priyagold Biscuit maker for using bran meant for cattle feed

Oct 17, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Saturday said it has initiated legal proceedings for prosecution against Surya Food & Agro Ltd, the manufacturer of Priyagold Biscuits, for allegedly…

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Jammu and Kashmir’s challenging terrain yielding to new era of connectivity

Oct 17, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir's challenging terrain is steadily yielding to a new era of connectivity and rail, road and air projects are no longer separate initiatives; together, they now function as one integrated network, a…

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Ayush patent filings in India surge eightfold over decade

Oct 16, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Ayush‑related innovation and intellectual property activity in India has surged over eightfold over the past decade with 4,077 patent applications filed and 711 patents granted between FY15 and FY26, an official…

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India’s GDP likely to grow 7.1-7.3 pc in FY27 on private investment revival

Oct 16, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) India is likely to maintain its position as one of the fastest-growing major economies, with GDP growth projected at 7.1-7.3 per cent in the current fiscal year, driven by a revival in private investment and…

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SEBI revises closing auction timings, retains 30-minute VWAP for expiry-day settlement

Oct 15, 2026

New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on Thursday issued final framework on Closing Auction Session (CAS), while retaining the 30-minute volume-weighted average price (VWAP) methodology for determining…

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