India tech deals hit $3.9 bn in Q1, highest in nearly 4 years

IANS | April 27, 2026 1:14 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) The technology sector of India has recorded deals worth $3.9 billion in the first quarter of 2026, which is the highest quarterly deal value since Q3 2022 (around 4 years), even as overall deal volumes declined, a report showed on Monday.

Shaping young minds: Dr Priti Adani marks 25 years of Adani Public School, Mundra

IANS | April 27, 2026 12:50 PM

Mundra (Kutch), April 27 (IANS) Underscoring the Adani Foundation’s focus on accessible, holistic and future-ready education, Adani Public School (APS), Mundra, has completed 25 years of shaping young minds, marking its Silver Jubilee with a deeply moving celebration that brought together students, alumni, parents and educators in a shared moment of pride and reflection, it was announced on Monday.

IIT Delhi joins NatWest Group to boost industry‑academia joint research

IANS | April 27, 2026 12:19 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Global Capability Centre (GCC) NatWest Group on Monday announced a partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, through its Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), to strengthen collaboration between industry and academia through research and pilot projects.

Gold, silver see muted trade amid Iran-US de-escalation hopes

IANS | April 27, 2026 11:47 AM

Mumbai, April 27 (IANS) Gold and silver prices traded on a flat note on Monday amid a rise in crude oil prices and reports of a fresh proposal by Iran to end the conflict with the US, raising hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East.