Broke Pakistan is splurging on pay & perks of military, civil officials

IANS | February 12, 2026 4:36 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) A structural issue responsible for perpetuating Pakistan’s dependence on the IMF is its failure to control expenditure, which has spiralled, at both federal and provincial levels, via salary increases far exceeding inflation for the civil, judicial, and military bureaucracies alongside expanding vehicle fleets, luxury housing, plush offices, overseas junkets, and discretionary budgets, often without mandates, sunset clauses or performance tests, according to an article in the Pakistani media.

Homegrown NavIC helping in real-time tracking of 10,400 trains, 40,000 fishing vessels: Minister

IANS | February 12, 2026 4:30 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Real-time train tracking is operational on over 10,400 locomotives and over 40,000 fishing vessels have been equipped with NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) receivers for tracking and emergency alerts, the Parliament was informed on Thursday.

Nifty IT dips 5.51 pc, erasing Rs 1.6 lakh in market cap; TCS touches 52-week low

IANS | February 12, 2026 4:27 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) The technology sector saw heightened panic selling on Thursday, sending the Nifty IT index down 5.51 per cent to a four‑month low as investors were spooked over AI‑led disruption and weaker hopes for near‑term US interest‑rate cuts.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta meets President Droupadi Murmu

IANS | February 12, 2026 4:13 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, on Thursday, met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan here and exchanged views on inclusive development, an official said.

India’s medical devices market likely to hit $50.1 bn by 2030

IANS | February 12, 2026 4:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) India’s medical devices industry is projected to reach $50.1 billion by 2030 from $15.2 billion in 2025, at a compound annual growth rate of 26.9 per cent, a report has said.

Veteran Doordarshan anchor Sarla Maheshwari passes away, heartfelt tributes pour in

IANS | February 12, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Veteran Doordarshan anchor Sarla Maheshwari passed away at the age of 71, Doordarshan National said on social media, extending a "heartfelt tribute" to the former news presenter, remembering her for her "gentle voice, precise pronunciation, and dignified delivery".

India now has market access to 70 pc of global GDP at mostly zero duty: Piyush Goyal

IANS | February 12, 2026 3:57 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) India now has market access to 70 per cent of global GDP, in most cases at zero duty for domestic products, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday.

Sensex, Nifty end lower as IT stocks drag market

IANS | February 12, 2026 3:56 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Indian stock markets ended lower on Thursday as heavy selling in major IT stocks pulled the benchmark indices into negative territory.

T20 WC: ‘India should not change their high-risk, high-reward approach,’ says Parthiv ahead of team’s Namibia clash

IANS | February 12, 2026 3:45 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Ahead of India’s crucial World Cup campaign, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel provided insightful analysis on the team’s recent batting collapse against the USA and the challenges they face against emerging bowling attacks. He broke down India’s approach, individual performances, and tactical nuances they need to focus on going forward.

Karnataka govt reviews proposal to host IPL opener in Bengaluru, Cabinet to take final call

IANS | February 12, 2026 3:35 PM

Bengaluru, Feb 12 (IANS) The Karnataka government on Thursday held a high-level meeting with representatives of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), and senior officials to discuss the proposal to host the IPL inaugural match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.