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UPI transactions surge 114 pc in 8 fiscals, digital payments up 41 pc: Minister

India seen as global digital powerhouse: Govt official

Addressing an event organised by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), Special DG, BISAG-N, Ministry of Electronics and IT, Vinay Thakur, placed special focus on the scale, strength, and evolution of India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) – considered one of the most advanced in the world.

Nov 16, 2025

SC to hear PIL on controlling air pollution tomorrow

In the previous hearing on November 12, the CJI Gavai-led Bench had expressed concern over the deteriorating air quality despite enforcement of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), and had directed the governments of Punjab and Haryana to file detailed affidavits outlining the steps taken to curb stubble burning.

Nov 16, 2025

The Third Eye: Trump's strategy of maintaining America as economic superpower

India's exports of spices, tea and cashew to gain as Trump rolls back tariff hike

India's exports of spices to the US were valued at over $500 million in 2024, while tea and coffee exports amounted to nearly $83 million. India also exports close to $200 million of cashew nuts to the US.

Nov 16, 2025

PM Modi interacts with MAHSR team in Surat, hails their role in India's 1st bullet train project

Notably, the MAHSR is one of India's most ambitious infrastructure projects, spanning approximately 508 km for seamless and swift connectivity between Gujarat and Maharashtra. The corridor will connect major cities, including Sabarmati, Ahmedabad, Anand, Vadodara, Bharuch, Surat, Bilimora, Vapi, Boisar, Virar, Thane, and Mumbai, marking a transformative step in India's transportation infrastructure.

Nov 16, 2025

Delhi continues to choke on toxic air as AQI remains in 'severe' zone

At 8 a.m., CPCB data showed Ashok Vihar recording an AQI of 421, Rohini 422, ITO 417 and Punjabi Bagh 410. The CPCB categorises AQI between 401 and 500 as 'severe', indicating serious health risks for all age groups.

Nov 16, 2025

India's AI shift from pilots to performance as 47 pc enterprises have multiple AI use cases: Report

Notably, 76 per cent of business leaders believe that GenAI will have a significant business impact, and 63 per cent feel ready to leverage it effectively, a joint report from EY and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) stated.

Nov 16, 2025

'Humiliated, filthy abuses, slipper raised': Lalu's daughter says 'they' left her orphaned

'Abuses Hurled, Slipper Raised': Lalu Yadav Family Feud Deepens as Rohini Claims They Called Her Transplanted Kidney 'Dirty'

Rohini's emotional messages, accusations of pressure, insults, and abandonment, have now pushed the family's internal discord into the public domain, raising serious questions about the future cohesion of both the Yadav family and the RJD.

Nov 16, 2025

UP stone quarry collapse: One dead, NDRF continues search operation

The statement further added, "During the overnight operation, the team recovered one body. The search for the remaining missing workers is underway with NDRF rescuers continuing the operation in coordination with the local administration and other agencies."

Nov 16, 2025

Delhi blast: Bengal man arrested in narcotics case questioned

The authorities have intensified the probe into the terror network following the deadly attack near Delhi's Red Fort Metro Station, which killed at least 12 and injured several others on November 10.

Nov 16, 2025

FIR against lecturer for 'sexually harassing' engineering student in Karnataka

She further alleged that when she complained about his inappropriate behaviour, the accused threatened her with dire consequences. He allegedly blackmailed her, saying that if she did not listen to him, he would ensure that she failed in the exam. The student has demanded strict action against the accused.

Nov 16, 2025

'I'm disowning my family …':Rohini Acharya announces exit from politics after RJD's defeat; targets Tejashwi's aides

'I'm disowning my family …': Rohini Acharya quits politics after RJD's defeat; targets Tejashwi's aides

In another post, she stated, "I have fulfilled my duty and dharma as a daughter and sister and will continue to do so. I have no desire for any position, nor do I have any political ambitions. My self-respect is paramount for me."

Nov 16, 2025

Sensex projected to touch 94,000 by 2026 end, worst is over for Indian equities: Report

Bihar poll results: Stock markets to react positively, say analysts

Toward the week's close, the NDA's Bihar election victory bolstered investor confidence, said market watchers, adding that political sentiment was buoyed by the NDA victory in the Bihar elections, strengthening overall risk appetite.

Nov 16, 2025

Andhra receives investment commitments worth Rs 11.91 lakh crore

Andhra Pradesh Government Secures Investment Commitments Worth ₹8.2 Lakh Crore, 365 Deals Signed On Inaugural Day Of The 30th CII Partnership Summit

As many as 324 MoUs were signed in the presence of ministers with an investment of Rs. 8,41,786 crores. The majority of MoUs were signed with Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), Energy, Food processing, Industry, trade, IT and Municipal departments.

Nov 16, 2025

Bill to ban H-1B visas 'efficient way to hurt Americans,' says US Immigration expert

'Cruelty Disguised as Policy': US Expert Criticises Greene's Plan to End H-1B Programme

In an interview with IANS, Sarah Pierce, the Director of Social Policy at Third Way, a think tank, argued that Greene's attempt to target the visa programme would "gut access to care overnight." "Slashing the flow of foreign workers, including the medical professionals her own communities rely on, would gut access to care overnight."

Nov 16, 2025

G20 Summit to proceed despite US absence, says South African President

US skipping G20 Summit "will have an impact," says High Commissioner of South Africa to India

On Thursday, South African Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said that the country's G20 presidency will remain impactful and successful despite the United States' decision not to attend the upcoming G20 Leaders' Meeting.

Nov 16, 2025

Steady ties between India and Japan can ensure Indo-Pacific stability: Report

India–Japan cooperation emerging as pillar of Indo-Pacific stability: Report

It added that at a fundamental level, Tokyo and New Delhi view the Indo-Pacific as an interconnected strategic space spanning from Africa's eastern coast to the western Pacific, underpinned by inclusivity, freedom of navigation, and respect for international law as the normative basis for their engagement.

Nov 15, 2025

BRS accepts defeat in Jubilee Hills bypoll; KTR accuses ruling party of misuse of power to win election

"We will continue to do our job as the main opposition. We will be with the people. We will be for the people. We will remain among the people. We will continue to fight until KCR becomes the Chief Minister again," he said.

Nov 15, 2025

FM Sitharaman inaugurates Artificial Intelligence Centre in Nagaland to boost skilling and training

Nagaland gets its first Artificial Intelligence Centre; FM Sitharaman leads launch

The Finance Minister later reviewed the Central government-funded projects under the SASCI scheme in Nagaland's Chumoukedima. On the occasion, she launched two more projects under SASCI in the state -- construction of a Pre-Fab Multipurpose Hall with amenities in Phek district and construction of a guest house for administrative officers in Zunheboto town.

Nov 15, 2025

Pakistan's ISI hires global voices to wage propaganda war against India

Fuel crisis brews in Pakistan; diesel shortage reported ahead of price increase

Sources have revealed that oil companies have halted the supply of diesel in Islamabad, which has resulted in diesel shortages in various regions, ARY News reported. The Petroleum Dealers Association stated that private oil firms have not been supplying diesel for the past three days.

Nov 15, 2025

'Clear sign of war': Baloch activist blames Pakistan in wake of Delhi blast

He argued that in the past 78 years, the world has gained nothing from maintaining ties with Pakistan except "terrorism, bloodshed, instability, nukes, blackmailing tactics" and the burden of supporting the country's failing economy.

Nov 15, 2025

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Articles by IBT News Desk

India seen as global digital powerhouse: Govt official

SC to hear PIL on controlling air pollution tomorrow

India's exports of spices, tea and cashew to gain as Trump rolls back tariff hike

PM Modi interacts with MAHSR team in Surat, hails their role in India's 1st bullet train project

Delhi continues to choke on toxic air as AQI remains in 'severe' zone

India's AI shift from pilots to performance as 47 pc enterprises have multiple AI use cases: Report

'Abuses Hurled, Slipper Raised': Lalu Yadav Family Feud Deepens as Rohini Claims They Called Her Transplanted Kidney 'Dirty'

UP stone quarry collapse: One dead, NDRF continues search operation

Delhi blast: Bengal man arrested in narcotics case questioned

FIR against lecturer for 'sexually harassing' engineering student in Karnataka

'I'm disowning my family …': Rohini Acharya quits politics after RJD's defeat; targets Tejashwi's aides

Bihar poll results: Stock markets to react positively, say analysts

Andhra Pradesh Government Secures Investment Commitments Worth ₹8.2 Lakh Crore, 365 Deals Signed On Inaugural Day Of The 30th CII Partnership Summit

'Cruelty Disguised as Policy': US Expert Criticises Greene's Plan to End H-1B Programme

US skipping G20 Summit "will have an impact," says High Commissioner of South Africa to India

India–Japan cooperation emerging as pillar of Indo-Pacific stability: Report

BRS accepts defeat in Jubilee Hills bypoll; KTR accuses ruling party of misuse of power to win election

Nagaland gets its first Artificial Intelligence Centre; FM Sitharaman leads launch

Fuel crisis brews in Pakistan; diesel shortage reported ahead of price increase

'Clear sign of war': Baloch activist blames Pakistan in wake of Delhi blast

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'