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India Sports & Cricket 16 Oct 2026, 02:16 PM IST

Tamil Nadu’s Batting Struggles Deepen as Ranji Trophy Concerns Persist

Tamil Nadu’s batting frailties continued to overshadow an otherwise encouraging pace-bowling display in their Ranji Trophy opener against Rajasthan. While the seam attack offered reasons for optimism, the top and middle order again failed to provide the stability required in red-ball cricket, leaving the side with familiar questions about application, shot selection and batting depth.

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India Sports & Cricket16 Oct 2026, 05:43 AM IST

Rajasthan Secure Three Points as Ranji Trophy Contest Drifts to a Draw

Rajasthan collected three points after their Ranji Trophy fixture faded into a draw, a result that reflected the balance of the contest more than any decisive advantage. In a match shaped by patient batting and limited margin for error, both sides left with lessons, but Rajasthan will view the points as a useful return from a game that never fully opened up.

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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 09:52 AM IST

Kukna’s Spell Tilts Ranji Contest as Rajasthan Seize the Lead

A decisive spell from Kukna swung the momentum Rajasthan’s way in their Ranji Trophy clash, leaving the opposition under pressure and handing Rajasthan a crucial lead. The passage of play underlined the value of disciplined, wicket-taking bowling in a format where control and patience often matter as much as outright pace or flair.

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National Governance & Policy09 Oct 2026, 09:47 AM IST

CJP, Left Groups Allege Nationwide Detentions Ahead of October 10 Protest

The Campaign for Justice and Peace and allied Left groups have alleged that supporters and activists are being detained across multiple states ahead of a planned October 10 protest. CJP co-convener Ashutosh Ranka said the organisation’s co-in-charge, Deepak Baliyan, was detained in Rajasthan, intensifying concerns over what the groups describe as a coordinated attempt to disrupt mobilisation.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy08 Oct 2026, 10:46 PM IST

Stakeholders Launch Regenerative Mustard Farming Push in Rajasthan

A coalition led by the Solvent Extractors' Association of India, AWL Agri Business Ltd, Solidaridad Network Asia Ltd and Bharatkhand Foundation has launched 'Sarson Sankalp' to promote regenerative mustard farming in Rajasthan. The initiative is aimed at improving soil health, strengthening farm resilience and supporting more sustainable domestic oilseed production at a time when India remains heavily dependent on edible oil imports.

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National Governance & Policy07 Oct 2026, 06:37 AM IST

Rajasthan Moves to Curb Fertiliser Hoarding and Black Marketing Ahead of Rabi Season

Rajasthan has stepped up enforcement to prevent fertiliser hoarding and black marketing as the rabi crop season gathers pace, with officials promising uninterrupted supply to farmers in line with demand. The move is aimed at stabilising distribution, protecting farm input access, and reducing the scope for illegal diversion in a season when timely fertiliser availability can directly affect crop outcomes.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 01:56 PM IST

Monsoon Set to Retreat from Parts of Rajasthan Within 3-4 Days as Eastern Districts Stay Largely Dry

The southwest monsoon is expected to begin withdrawing from parts of Rajasthan over the next three to four days, signalling the seasonal transition toward drier weather across the state. Most districts in eastern Rajasthan are likely to remain mainly dry for the next five to six days, limiting the chance of widespread rainfall even as the monsoon persists in other pockets.

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India Entertainment & Culture04 Oct 2026, 01:35 PM IST

‘Chainsmoker Cat’ Review: A Purrverse, Unruly Triumph of Dark Comedy and Emotional Precision

‘Chainsmoker Cat’ arrives as a deliriously strange series built around a chain-smoking catgirl, a gallery of damaged oddballs and a relentless stream of humiliations, accidents and bad decisions. Yet beneath the shock-value premise lies a sharply observed, unexpectedly humane work that turns chaos into one of the year’s most accomplished and original television experiences.

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National Governance & Policy04 Oct 2026, 06:33 AM IST

Rajasthan Panchayat Polls to Be Held in Four Phases From October 23

Rajasthan will conduct panchayat elections in four phases beginning October 23, covering 41 Zila Parishads, 457 Panchayat Samitis and 14,403 village panchayats. The schedule follows a major delimitation and reorganisation of Panchayati Raj institutions, setting the stage for one of the state’s most extensive rural electoral exercises in recent years.

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Startups & Venture CapitalJust now (04:23 PM IST)

Jio Financial and Allianz Infuse ₹640.1 Crore Into General Insurance Venture

Jio Financial Services and German insurer Allianz have cumulatively invested ₹640.1 crore in their general insurance joint venture, underscoring a deeper commitment to building out a scaled presence in India’s fast-growing non-life market. The fresh capital signals that both partners are moving beyond intent and into execution as they position the venture for regulatory, operational, and product expansion.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (09:50 AM IST)

Sensex, Nifty Turn Wobbly as Heavyweights Diverge; Hind Zinc, SBI and Force Motors Draw Active Trade

Indian equities were mixed in early trade on Thursday as benchmark indices struggled for direction amid stock-specific action in large caps and midcaps. Asian Paints, SBI, Tata Motors, HUL and Maruti Suzuki led gains in the Sensex pack, while ONGC, Axis Bank, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Auto and Hero MotoCorp were among the main laggards.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (09:29 AM IST)

BJP Sweeps Six of Seven Rajasthan Mayoral Contests as Congress Alleges Irregularities

The Bharatiya Janata Party secured six of seven mayoral posts in Rajasthan, winning in Alwar, Udaipur, Pali and Ajmer, while its candidates were elected unopposed in Bharatpur and Bhilwara. Congress managed only one consolation win in Bikaner, but the opposition party has questioned the conduct of the contests and alleged irregularities.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (08:03 AM IST)

NEDFI Posts Strong FY26 Growth as Interest Income Rises and Profit Holds Firm

The North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (NEDFI) reported a solid financial performance for FY 2025–26, led by higher interest income and steady profitability. Gross income rose 4.40% to Rs. 270.82 crore, while interest income climbed 9.73% to Rs. 214.94 crore, underscoring resilient lending and treasury performance in a challenging credit environment.

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Startups & Venture CapitalJust now (10:43 AM IST)

Consumer Appliance Startup EDT Raises $2.4 Million to Broaden Product Line

Mumbai-based consumer appliance startup EDT has raised $2.4 million in a pre-Series A round led by an existing investor, marking a fresh vote of confidence in the company’s expansion strategy. The capital is expected to support product development, portfolio diversification and market scale-up as the startup seeks a larger foothold in India’s competitive home-appliance segment.

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Markets, IPOs & WealthJust now (09:40 AM IST)

Government Plans Major Tax Administration Overhaul to Smooth GST Rollout

The government has prepared a significant restructuring of India’s tax administration machinery, including a revamp of the Central Board of Excise and Customs, to support the nationwide rollout of the goods and services tax. The move is aimed at reducing implementation friction, improving coordination across tax layers, and ensuring a cleaner transition to the new indirect tax regime.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (08:38 AM IST)

India’s Demography Panel Faces Scrutiny Over Wide-Ranging Questionnaire

A government-appointed panel studying demographic change has drawn attention for seeking extensive personal and community-level data as it prepares recommendations on illegal immigration, population stabilisation and related “abnormal” demographic shifts. The questionnaire has raised questions about scope, privacy, methodology and the policy intent behind the exercise.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life SciencesJust now (04:51 AM IST)

Delhi Exhibition Recasts Shekhawati’s Painted Havelis as a Living Cultural Legacy

A new exhibition in Delhi is drawing attention to Shekhawati, the Rajasthan region famed for its frescoed havelis and mercantile heritage, by placing its architecture and the people who once inhabited these mansions at the centre of the story. The show arrives at a moment when Shekhawati, already on UNESCO’s tentative list, is being reconsidered not as a relic of the past but as a cultural landscape with renewed relevance.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (09:13 AM IST)

Emiway Bantai Reflects on ‘Safal’ and the Price of Independence in Indian Hip-Hop

Emiway Bantai is using his latest track, ‘Safal,’ to revisit the arc of a career built outside the conventional music industry playbook. From early breakout moments such as ‘Aur Bantai’ to the mass reach of ‘Machayenge,’ the rapper is framing success not as a label-backed ascent, but as a long test of authenticity, audience trust and self-direction. In discussing his growth, he also points to the expanding social responsibility that comes with a larger platform.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (08:41 PM IST)

NABARD Plans Expanded Funding Push for Rajasthan Water Security Projects

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development is preparing to step up financial support for water security projects in Rajasthan, with a focus on the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund and other lending channels. The move signals a broader effort to strengthen drought resilience, rural water access and climate-adaptive infrastructure in one of India’s most water-stressed states.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (12:54 PM IST)

NABARD Eyes Expanded Funding Push for Rajasthan Water Security Projects

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development is considering stepping up financial support for water security projects in Rajasthan, with the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund and other instruments likely to be used more aggressively. The move comes as the state seeks durable financing for water conservation, storage and supply systems in a region where scarcity remains a structural economic constraint.

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New Delhi(12)India(12)Ranji Trophy(7)Rajasthan cricket team(7)Udaipur(4)Kukna(4)