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AI-driven operating models benefit Indian banks: Report
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AI-driven operating models benefit Indian banks: Report

New Delhi, March 13: Indian banks are benefiting from sustained credit growth, deeper digital public infrastructure and rapid adoption of AI‑driven operating models, and heightened regulatory focus on climate risk, cyber resilience and governance, a report said on Friday.The report from KPMG...
US waiver allows sale of nearly 20 million barrels of Russian oil
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US waiver allows sale of nearly 20 million barrels of Russian oil

New Delhi, March 13: The US waiver for buying seaborne Russian crude has immediately freed another 20-odd million barrels of oil on board ships which is expected to cool runaway prices that have crossed the $100 per barrel mark in the global market amid the Iran war.There are currently around...
Jaishankar, Iran FM hold talks on BRICS amid West Asia conflict
International

Jaishankar, Iran FM hold talks on BRICS amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi, March 13: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Friday held another telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, discussing bilateral cooperation and matters concerning BRICS, where India is the current chair and Iran a member of the...
Afghan forces bust smuggling bid, seize 30 Beretta pistols
International

Afghan forces bust smuggling bid, seize 30 Beretta pistols

Kabul, March 13: Afghan border forces have confiscated 30 Beretta pistols during a targeted intelligence-led operation in southern Kandahar province, a local security official said on Friday.The operation was conducted by security personnel in the Tor Kach area of Maruf district, where the...
Gujarat CM gives motorised tricycles, wheelchairs to 5,676 PwDs
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Gujarat CM gives motorised tricycles, wheelchairs to 5,676 PwDs

Gandhinagar, March 13: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday distributed motorised tricycles and joystick wheelchairs worth Rs 36.7 crore to 5,676 persons with disabilities across the state, aiming to improve mobility and reduce physical strain involved in daily travel.At a programme in...
Bengal polls 2026: Sensitivity mapping to guide ECI decision
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Bengal polls 2026: Sensitivity mapping to guide ECI decision

Kolkata, March 13: Sensitivity-mapping will determine the decision of the Election Commission of India (ECI) on the district-wise deployment of police observers for the forthcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal, scheduled to be held later this year.An insider from the office of the Chief...
LPG shortage in Patna, other Bihar districts; menus cut
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LPG shortage in Patna, other Bihar districts; menus cut

Patna, March 13: A disruption in LPG cylinder supply has triggered panic among consumers across Patna and several other districts of Bihar, affecting households and the hospitality sector.The situation, which residents link to the war in Iran, has led to shortages and long queues outside gas...
Centre busts drug racket; ₹47 cr drugs, 3.5 tonne chemicals seized
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Centre busts drug racket; ₹47 cr drugs, 3.5 tonne chemicals seized

New Delhi, March 13: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has busted a clandestine facility engaged in the production of Alprazolam -- a psychotropic substance regulated under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985 -- in the Kondapalli Industrial Development...
Passenger injured as bus catches fire near Dhanera on RJ-Guj border
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Passenger injured as bus catches fire near Dhanera on RJ-Guj border

Jaipur, March 13: A massive fire engulfed a private bus on the Rajasthan-Gujarat border on Friday, leaving one passenger seriously injured and raising serious concerns about passenger safety. Fortunately, other passengers were evacuated quickly, averting a major tragedy.According to reports, a...
Critical minerals pact between US, India nearing finalisation
International

Critical minerals pact between US, India nearing finalisation

New Delhi, March 13: The US and India are moving closer to signing a key agreement on critical minerals that could significantly strengthen strategic cooperation and supply chains between the two countries, US Ambassador Sergio Gor said on Friday.Speaking at the India Today Conclave 2026, Gor...
Sudhanshu Pandey recalls Instagram hack, vows to avoid random links
Entertainment

Sudhanshu Pandey recalls Instagram hack, vows to avoid random links

Mumbai, March 12: Actor Sudhanshu Pandey recalled the time when his Instagram account was hacked after he clicked on a random link.Speaking exclusively to IANS, the 'Anupamaa' āctor shared that after the incident, he swore never to click on any link unless he is absolutely sure of its...
‘Dhurandhar’ to re-release in cinemas before Part 2 launch
Entertainment

‘Dhurandhar’ to re-release in cinemas before Part 2 launch

Mumbai, March 12: The first part of the Ranveer Singh-starrer ‘Dhurandhar’ franchise is set to make its way to the theatres once again, a week ahead of the release of the 2nd part.The blockbuster is set for a rare international re-release. The rare and exciting theatrical re-release will span...
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