BRICS playing bigger role in new world economic order

IANS | September 8, 2026 3:21 PM

New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) India's 2026 BRICS Presidency offers strategic opportunities to expand exports, attract investments, strengthen manufacturing and technology partnerships, diversify supply chains, and enhance BRICS influence in the global economy, according to an article.

Critical minerals mission gives India strong platform for industrial growth: Report

IANS | September 8, 2026 3:12 PM

New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) India has laid the foundations for a resilient and self-reliant critical minerals ecosystem through policy initiatives, domestic exploration and strategic international partnerships with the next phase focused on building processing and manufacturing capabilities, according to a report released on Tuesday.

Mahanadi Coalfields scripts dramatic reforms-driven success story: Govt

IANS | September 8, 2026 3:12 PM

New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) The Indian coal sector has witnessed a remarkable transformation since 2014, driven by a series of reforms undertaken by the government aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, technology adoption, infrastructure development, ease of operations and energy security, according to a factsheet issued by the government on Monday.

Why India, Australia need to bolster AI ties

IANS | September 8, 2026 2:04 PM

New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Australia is building data centre capacity at a pace that exceeds its demand, while India’s AI expansion is progressing at a rapid pace that cannot be matched by domestic capacity which creates a natural complementarity that the two countries can tap, according to an article published by the Lowy Institute.

NIACL, IFCI shares tumble up to 14 pc as NSE IPO GMP falls

IANS | September 8, 2026 12:56 PM

Mumbai, Sep 8 (IANS) Shares of New India Assurance Company Ltd (NIACL) and IFCI fell by up to 14 per cent in Tuesday's trade as the grey market premium (GMP) of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) IPO declined sharply.

realme announces realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition in latest pop culture collaboration

IANS | September 8, 2026 12:24 PM

New Delhi, Sep 8 (IANS) Smartphone brands are increasingly looking beyond specifications and hardware upgrades to create products that connect with consumers through culture, entertainment and fandom. From limited-edition designs to collaborations with global entertainment franchises, these partnerships are giving brands another way to make familiar devices feel distinctive and more personal.