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2‑wheelers account for 45 pc of road fatalities, youth should lead safety drive: Minister

IANS | April 9, 2026 6:02 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Road accidents continue to pose a major public safety concern in India, with nearly 1.8 lakh fatalities reported annually, with around 45 per cent of these fatalities involving two-wheelers, MoS, Road Transport and Highways, Harsh Malhotra said on Thursday calling on the youth, to act as ambassadors of road safety and lead by example.

Private sector's role crucial for long-term innovation: Dr Jitendra Singh

IANS | April 9, 2026 5:19 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Thursday called upon the private sector to step up participation in research and development (R&D), stressing that stronger industry engagement is key to building a robust innovation ecosystem in India.

Financial Intelligence Unit-India joins I4C to boost intelligence sharing against cyber fraud

IANS | April 9, 2026 5:16 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) The Financial Intelligence Unit‑India and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) signed a comprehensive memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen intelligence sharing and coordination in the fight against cyber‑frauds and financial crimes, the government said on Thursday.

Real estate firm Signature Global clocks 20 pc fall in FY26 sale bookings

IANS | April 9, 2026 5:05 PM

Mumbai, April 9 (IANS) Signature Global has reported a slowdown in company’s performance as the sales bookings fell 20 per cent to Rs 8,220 crore in FY26.

Galgotias University continues to face heavy backlash over ads after 'dog-robot' row

IANS | April 9, 2026 4:48 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Galgotias University continued to face heavy backlash on social media on Thursday, after drawing criticism over full-page advertisements in leading Indian newspapers claiming global recognition.

India ranks 4th globally in tech funding; early-stage investments jump 20 pc: Report

IANS | April 9, 2026 4:12 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Tech funding in India stood at $11.7 billion in FY 2025-26, an increase of 20 per cent compared to $9.7 billion raised in FY2023-24 amid strong early-stage momentum and a surge in IPO activity, according to a new report.

Sensex, Nifty fall as oil rally breaks 5-day winning streak

IANS | April 9, 2026 3:57 PM

Mumbai, April 9 (IANS) Indian equity benchmarks declined on Thursday, snapping their five-day gaining streak, as rising oil prices and uncertainty around the US-Iran ceasefire weighed on investor sentiment.

Mercedes-Benz India clocks record sales at 19,363 units

IANS | April 9, 2026 3:41 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India on Thursday reported its highest-ever annual sales, retailing 19,363 units in FY25-26, up 2.29 per cent from 18,928 units in the previous fiscal, driven by strong demand for its top-end and core luxury segments.

India emerges stronger from every global crisis: Shaktikanta Das

IANS | April 9, 2026 3:24 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) India has consistently shown strong resilience during global crises, not just surviving them but transforming and emerging stronger each time, Shaktikanta Das, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, said on Thursday.

Pakistan's oil companies face crisis as govt holds up funds

IANS | April 9, 2026 2:52 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Pakistan's oil marketing companies are facing an acute liquidity crisis as up to Rs107 billion in unpaid price differential claims remain stuck, with industry players accusing the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority of repeatedly shifting documentation requirements instead of clearing dues, according to an article in the local media.

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2‑wheelers account for 45 pc of road fatalities, youth should lead safety drive: Minister

Private sector's role crucial for long-term innovation: Dr Jitendra Singh

Financial Intelligence Unit-India joins I4C to boost intelligence sharing against cyber fraud

Real estate firm Signature Global clocks 20 pc fall in FY26 sale bookings

Galgotias University continues to face heavy backlash over ads after 'dog-robot' row

India ranks 4th globally in tech funding; early-stage investments jump 20 pc: Report

Sensex, Nifty fall as oil rally breaks 5-day winning streak

Mercedes-Benz India clocks record sales at 19,363 units

India emerges stronger from every global crisis: Shaktikanta Das

Pakistan's oil companies face crisis as govt holds up funds

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