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‘Cong, TMC, DMK guilty’: PM Modi likens oppn’s move against women quota bill to ‘foeticide’ | India News

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

PM Narendra Modi addressing the nation NEW DELHI: In an address to the nation on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked the opposition, a day after a bill to implement women’s reservation in legislatures was defeated in the Lok Sabha.Apologising to “all mothers and sisters” in the country, PM Modi said he was “startled” to...

Explained: On way to 4th largest, how India slipped to 6th rank & what it means for 3rd largest economy dream

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

While India will be the sixth largest economy in FY27, it is likely to overtake both the UK, and Japan to bag the fourth spot in FY28. (AI image) In April 2025 when the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its World Economic Outlook, India was seen overtaking Japan to become the world’s fourth largest economy...

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Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics, including ibogaine

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

President Donald Trump on Saturday directed his administration to speed up reviews of certain psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, which recently has been embraced by combat veterans and conservative lawmakers despite having serious safety risks. Ibogaine is banned under the federal government’s most restrictive category for illegal, high-risk drugs. But the administration is taking steps to...

Ola offers Rs 50K discounts, gold-plated scooter: Deal explained

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

Ola Electric has rolled out a festive sales push ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, announcing limited-period offers under what it calls the ‘Ola Sona Weekend’. The company is offering benefits of up to Rs 50,000 across its electric two-wheeler range, along with a chance for customers to win a special gold-themed scooter. These prices, along with...

India remains among best-performing major economies: S&P Global

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

New Delhi: S&P Global has reaffirmed confidence in India’s growth outlook, saying the country continues to be one of the best-performing major economies globally despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.Saugata Saha, president of S&P Global Market Intelligence, said India remains a critical hub for the company, supported by a strong talent base, prompting further expansion of its...

The 3 forces that drove a remarkable, record-setting week on Wall Street

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

You can call it a comeback. Stocks rocketed to record highs last week on hopes of a peace deal with Iran, with the S & P 500 closing above 7,100 for the first time and the Nasdaq completing its longest-winning stretch since 1992 — 13 days of gains. For the week, the broad-based S &...

IDFC Bank provides uniform rails for customs, GST and direct tax payments

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

Mumbai: IDFC First Bank has joined a small club of private lenders offering a unified rail for all major tax payments after going live on the ICEGATE 2.0, completing its coverage across direct tax, GST and now customs duty and moving close to the intersection of banking and trade compliance.The addition fills a gap in...

Centre sets up expert panel to steer AI governance framework | India News

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

New Delhi: As India sharpens its push to build a rules-based framework for artificial intelligence amid rapid technological advances and rising global scrutiny, the Centre has set up a specialised expert body to bridge the gap between policy ambition and technical complexity.The ministry of electronics and IT (MeitY) has constituted the Technology and Policy Expert...

The Rise of Smart, Connected, and Safety-Driven Vehicle Accessories

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

This article is authored by Vishal Kaul, CEO, Uno Minda Aftermarket.India’s automotive ecosystem is undergoing a significant transformation. As one of the largest automotive markets in the world, India is experiencing rapid change fuelled by rising vehicle ownership rates, growing use of digital technologies, and greater emphasis on road safety measures. According to ICRA, automotive...

ICICI Bank Q4FY26 net profit rises 8.5% to Rs 13701 crore, full year net crosses Rs 50k crore

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

Mumbai: ICICI Bank reported a net profit of Rs 13,701.7 crore for the quarter ended Mar 31, 2026, up 8.5% from Rs 12,629.6 crore in the year-ago period following an improvement in asset quality. The full-year net profit for FY26 rose 6.2% to Rs 50,146.6 crore from Rs 47,227.0 crore in FY25.Interest income for the...