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Govt says El Nino risk to farm output manageable, cites irrigation, reservoirs, seed buffers

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

The government on Saturday said the threat posed by a possible El Nino this year is unlikely to cause major damage to agriculture, pointing to stronger irrigation systems, higher reservoir storage and better preparedness than in past drought-linked years.The assurance came after Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired a review meeting ahead of the Kharif...

Tamil Nadu polls: AIADMK’s D Jayakumar eyes comeback in Royapuram after DMK wrested seat in 2021 | India News

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

AIADMK leader D Jayakumar (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Royapuram assembly constituency in north Chennai has emerged as a key political battleground ahead of the Tamil Nadu assembly elections on April 23, with counting scheduled for May 4. Long considered an AIADMK stronghold under veteran leader D Jayakumar for over three decades, Royapuram swung to...

Akshaya Tritiya trend: Digital gold gains alongside jewellery buying; analysts see shift in investor choices

TazaPulseApril 18, 2026

Flexible and transparent gold investment options such as digital gold and ETFs are expected to gain traction alongside traditional jewellery buying this Akshaya Tritiya, reflecting changing investor preferences, analysts said.Akshaya Tritiya, considered an auspicious day for gold purchases, will be celebrated on Sunday. Analysts said participation is evolving, with more investors exploring financial products linked...

‘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...

Commerce official says Nvidia H200 AI chips have been shipped to China

EC sanctions one-time honorarium of Rs 6,000 for BLOs and supervisors involved in SIR process | India News

Railways tightens norms for project contractors; unveils covered fly ash transport and rolls out unified licence

Apple in talks with startup that shrinks AI models to run on an iPhone

US stocks today: Wall Street trades in green; stocks steady as US inflation data better than expected

ICE suspends vehicle stops for U.S. immigration enforcement: Reuters

Govt says El Nino risk to farm output manageable, cites irrigation, reservoirs, seed buffers

Tamil Nadu polls: AIADMK’s D Jayakumar eyes comeback in Royapuram after DMK wrested seat in 2021 | India News

Akshaya Tritiya trend: Digital gold gains alongside jewellery buying; analysts see shift in investor choices

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

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

Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics, including ibogaine

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

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

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

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

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Commerce official says Nvidia H200 AI chips have been shipped to China

EC sanctions one-time honorarium of Rs 6,000 for BLOs and supervisors involved in SIR process | India News

Railways tightens norms for project contractors; unveils covered fly ash transport and rolls out unified licence

Apple in talks with startup that shrinks AI models to run on an iPhone

US stocks today: Wall Street trades in green; stocks steady as US inflation data better than expected

ICE suspends vehicle stops for U.S. immigration enforcement: Reuters

Railways tightens norms for project contractors; unveils covered fly ash transport and rolls out unified licence

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US stocks today: Wall Street trades in green; stocks steady as US inflation data better than expected

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