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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

India’s Parliament Blocked a Big Plan for Women’s Seats

A major plan in India just got rejected, one that would have set aside a third of seats in parliament and state assemblies for women. The government wanted this change, but it got stuck on a tricky detail: expanding the number of lawmakers at the same time. This made opponents suspicious. They said

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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI’s quiet takeover of India’s movie world

India’s film studios are quietly racing ahead in AI filmmaking—not because it’s cool, but because the math adds up. By cutting budgets by up to four-fifths and finishing movies four times faster, producers are adapting to a harsh reality: fewer people are buying tickets. After ticket sales sank from

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Apr 05 2026FINANCE

India's Oil Play: How Geopolitics Made Iran a Surprising Supplier Again

India just bought oil from Iran for the first time in years, and it didn't even have to jump through payment hoops. Normally, that wouldn't be news—countries trade oil all the time. But this deal stands out because it happened during a messy time in the Middle East, when key shipping routes got tang

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Trump’s next attorney general faces tough odds

President Trump’s search for a permanent attorney general isn’t just about filling a seat—it’s about finding someone willing to ride out political storms. For now, Deputy AG Todd Blanche steps in temporarily, a move that avoids another Senate confirmation battle. But looking back, Trump’s past picks

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Indiana's colleges slim down: 200 degree programs face cuts under new rules

Indiana is shaking up its college degrees. Nearly 20% of public college programs will disappear or merge soon after state leaders set new rules. Why? Many degrees had almost no students and were costing money for almost no return. The state reviewed over 1, 000 programs and decided 210 must go, anot

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Kerosene’s comeback shows how global tensions mess with daily life

In India, kerosene used to be the fuel of frustration. Families used it not because they liked the smell but because it was cheap and easy to find. Many households relied on it for tasks like heating water, especially in places where modern gas wasn’t an option. But kerosene had a dark side too. The

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Mar 24 2026BUSINESS

Tanishq Expands Into the Northeast, Welcoming New Jewelry Fans

A new showroom for India’s popular Tanishq jewelry brand has opened in Westborough, Massachusetts, marking the company’s 10th U. S. location and its first in New England. The 4, 000‑square‑foot space opened on Dec. 4 and officially launched on March 6, offering a wide range of gold pieces for weddin

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Mar 07 2026FINANCE

India Adds Crypto to Tax Reporting List

The Indian tax office has widened the scope of assets that must be reported. Beginning on January 1, crypto‑assets are now treated as financial holdings for tax purposes. This change follows a March 5 announcement that redefined what counts as a “financial asset. ” The new definition now covers digi

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Favre Hails Mendoza: Leadership Over Numbers

Brett Favre, the legendary quarterback who lifted a Super Bowl trophy in 1996, shared his thoughts on Indiana’s star Fernando Mendoza. The former NFL hero said the young player’s true value lies in qualities that can’t be measured by drills or statistics. Favre praised Mendoza for his calm leader

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Feb 15 2026FINANCE

A New Player in India's Loan Game

Bain Capital is making a bold entrance into India's financial sector. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has given the go-ahead for Bain to acquire a significant portion of Manappuram Finance. This isn't just any investment; it's a whopping 18% stake, valued at approximately 43. 85 billion rupees. Man

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