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Banks want RBI approval to apply new rules for closing old trade deals. These unsettled transactions have accumulated to nearly one lakh crore rupees over time. New regulations, effective October 1, 2026, will empower banks to resolve these cases. This move aims to prevent exporters from facing caution listing for past unsettled trades. RBI deputy governor Rohit Jain will meet bank CEOs this week to discuss the matter.

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India will receive country-specific tariff-rate quotas for steel exports to the European Union. These quotas total 1.64 million tonnes annually, covering various steel product categories. The European Union formally submitted its proposal to sign the free trade agreement soon. This agreement is expected to come into force in the first quarter of next year. Steel imports from India outside these quotas will face applicable base-rate duties.

Insidious: Out of the Further is the sixth instalment in the popular horror franchise and follows Gemma, a young mother who discovers that she can enter the terrifying realm known as The Further. The film, which released in theatres on August 21, 2026, has also been performing strongly at the box office. Heres everything to know about its expected Netflix OTT release date, cast, story and streaming details.

A fresh warning from former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon that advanced AI could pose an extreme threat to humanity has brought renewed attention to Baba Vangas alleged 2026 prediction about artificial intelligence. Her claims are said to involve AI replacing human workers and changing major parts of society, though there is no reliable written record confirming that she actually made these predictions.

Actress Shilpa Shetty recently shared a clip on her Instagram account of her performing the Goddess Pose. This yoga pose can not just improve balance and stability but also restore hormonal balance and also reduce menstrual cramps. It can also strengthen your limbs and tone them to perfection and improve mobility.

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Indian Railways saw freight loading increase by 5.4 percent in August 2026. Key sectors like coal and iron ore contributed to this substantial freight movement. Passenger traffic also rose, carrying 67.27 crore passengers during the same month. Suburban passenger numbers experienced a strong 9.02 percent growth. Additionally, fourteen Amrit Bharat services were regularized, expanding connectivity.

Leh, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Sunday sanctioned ₹ 15 lakh each to the next of kin of the four persons who lost their lives in the Septem.

After a 19-year absence, park staff in Great Basin National Park rejoiced at the sighting of a beaver, demonstrating nature

Names can be tricky for our brains to learn and remember effectively, as they usually dont have intrinsic meaning and act merely as arbitrary tags. This often results in remembering other characteristics of a person while the actual name slips away. Research indicates that pausing briefly after hearing a name can enhance memory retention.

Engels said in a post on X that he left DeepMind three weeks ago despite enjoying his work there and turning down offers from Anthropic and OpenAI because he believes the stakes surrounding advanced AI have become too high.

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A 30-year-old married man and his wife have built a combined net worth of Rs 50 lakh and earn around Rs 2.2 lakh a month, yet he says he still feels financially behind. Despite having no major lifestyle assets such as a car or house, the couple has been focused on saving and investing. His concerns grew after comparing their life with friends who own flats, cars and take international holidays.

Lithuania's Vilnius airport closed Sunday after a drone was possibly sighted. A NATO fighter jet was summoned from northern Lithuania as a precaution. Italian air force personnel are currently based there for Baltic Air Defence. The Vilnius marathon continued without any interruption during the incident. This event follows similar drone incursions into NATO airspace.

Indian Railways expanded connectivity and services significantly in August 2026. Fourteen Amrit Bharat services were regularized, and five new Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals were commissioned. Freight loading grew by 5.4 percent, with key commodities showing healthy increases. Passenger traffic also rose, especially in suburban services during the festival season. This expansion strengthens the railway network as a driver of economic activity and connectivity.

The National Assembly passed the revised Criminal Act on February 26 after years of criticism that existing laws ‌were ill-suited to ⁠punish ⁠technology and industrial espionage involving non-North Korean actors.

The remarks at a recent private fundraising event come as growing numbers of US ‌lawmakers call ⁠for tougher ⁠rules on AI systems after dire warnings from two Anthropic researchers that rapid ​industry progress risks extinction of the human race.

Many incidents ‌where AI agents from ⁠developers such ⁠as OpenAI and rival Anthropic have hacked or attempted to access external systems have heightened concerns over the increasing capacity of AI models and developers' ability to contain them.

The comments come as more US lawmakers urge new rules to govern AI systems after dire warnings from two researchers from OpenAI rival Anthropic that rapidly progressing AI could lead to the extinction of the human race in the not-too-distant future.

Indira Gandhi International Airport successfully operated at full capacity for all scheduled flights. The Delhi Air Traffic Control expertly managed a surge of VVIP arrivals while ensuring that commercial operations remained uninterrupted. Thanks to effective air traffic management strategies, the airport facilitated smooth operations and avoided any diversions. Extensive experience with VVIP movements allowed for this efficiency.

India will receive substantial tariff-rate quotas for steel exports to the European Union. These quotas total 1.64 million tonnes annually, with a portion under a free trade agreement. The European Union

Even though it may seem strange and uncomfortable to extract medications from urine now, this unorthodox method was vital during World War II. It assisted researchers in developing life-saving medications to treat bacterial pneumonia, saving numerous soldiers and civilians from dying from the potentially deadly illness.

An Air India flight from Bhopal to Delhi was diverted to Jaipur due to a technical issue. The airline stated the aircraft landed safely and is undergoing necessary safety checks. Earlier, a Mumbai to London flight diverted to Zurich amid UK air traffic control problems. This disruption affected major UK airports, causing widespread flight cancellations and delays.

Jio Credit could grow its loan book fivefold to around ₹1.5 lakh crore after Bank of America infuses ₹18,268 crore for a near-50% stake. The capital is expected by December, after which the lender plans to reassess its products and strategy to accelerate growth.

NHC Foods is establishing a new production facility in Liberia, West Africa. This facility will manufacture and process fruit juices and allied food and beverage products. The company has entered into a binding Heads of Terms agreement for the proposed sub-lease. This strategic move aims to bring processing closer to the end consumer.

Ayurveda is gaining global relevance through research and innovation. Growing interest in holistic healthcare creates new international opportunities for this system. India

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Tibetan Youth Congress protests ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s India visit for BRICS 2026

SI suspended for serving notice to student over CJP protest: UP Police

After Supreme Court rebuke, magistrate suspended for notice to student over CJP protest

CJP protest: SC seeks report on minor girl's allegation, says nobody can browbeat victim

‘If they are roaming free’: Supreme Court on threats to minor CJP protester

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CJP protests: Supreme Court to seek Greater Noida Authority explanation over student notice

'How could a magistrate dare?': CJI fumes over notice to Noida student who joined CJP protest

Show-cause notice to student who took part in CJP protest, revoked later

Punjab Congress protest over drug menace, law and order; police use water cannons

Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj sent to 14-day judicial custody in CJP protester assault case

Noida student who took part in CJP protest gets show-cause notice, revoked the same day

HC rejects Swatantra Bhardwaj's plea against arrest over ‘assault’ at CJP protest

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Model-actor Rhiya Ahir never imagined that a moment during a protest against NEET paper leak would become one of the most defining chapters of her career. After a video of her standing in front of a police van during the protest went viral, Rhiya suddenly foun

Wall Street s main indexes opened higher on Thursday after Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said he was open to keeping interest rates unchanged this month if data confirms cooling inflation pressures. The Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite all

Chaos is a familiar foe for Pakistan, and amidst the side s tour, their performances have been quite poor, losing the first two Tests of the series with one more game remaining. Pakistan s hierarchy pulled the plug by removing the coaching staff and dropping s

According to the official records of the Orbiting Frog Otolith mission, this occurred on November 9, 1970, when a Scout rocket launched from Wallops Island, Virginia, with the two frogs into low Earth orbit for six days, as part of an experiment studying the e