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World Bank sees India growing 7.1% in FY27, calls AI a big development opportunity
Strong domestic demand and exports keep India among the fastest-growing major economies, the World Bank says in its October update.
Sensex jumps over 600 points as IT stocks lead the rally
Infosys, TCS and Tech Mahindra powered gains even as Asian markets traded weak.
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Tanker hit near Strait of Hormuz as attacks on shipping continue
At least 18 attacks on ships have been reported in the area since early October, raising fresh worries for oil supplies.
OpenAI confirms it is building a humanoid robot, demo expected in 2027
Sam Altman says the company will "definitely" make a humanoid as it hires for dozens of robotics roles.
Five states, three new governments: how the 2026 Assembly elections reshaped the map
BJP won West Bengal for the first time, TVK swept to power in Tamil Nadu and Congress returned in Kerala.
India finish 4th at Asian Games with 85 medals, second-best haul ever
21 golds in Aichi-Nagoya, led by archery, shooting and boxing, with team golds in cricket, hockey and kabaddi.
Bollywood's record year: Dhurandhar: The Revenge drives Rs 2,000 crore half-year
Hindi cinema posted its highest-ever first-half collections, and one film earned nearly half of it.
Gaganyaan: what India's first crewed space mission will look like
Three uncrewed test flights, a robot passenger and a three-day orbit at 400 km. Here is the plan behind ISRO's human spaceflight programme.
Editorial: India's AI moment must reach the small business, not just the boardroom
Tripling AI investment is good news. The real test is whether it lifts productivity for farmers, shopkeepers and small firms.
"Inward wanderlust": why more Indians are exploring their own country in 2026
35% of Indian travellers now plan to travel more within India than abroad, an Agoda survey finds.
"Stand with science": WHO puts trust in evidence at the heart of 2026 health campaign
World Health Day 2026 focused on fighting misinformation and the One Health approach.
Migrant boat sinks off Djibouti; UN says at least 139 dead
The overcrowded boat was heading towards Yemen. Dozens more are missing.
Big banks start blocking AI agents from customer accounts
Charles Schwab and JPMorgan say they turn away unauthorised AI agents trying to log in on behalf of users.
Festive season shopping could touch Rs 1.5 lakh crore online this year
Small-town shoppers, quick commerce and UPI are expected to drive another record season.
India crosses 1 crore EVs sold since 2017 as electric penetration hits 11%
Electric two-wheelers lead the charge, while electric cars grew nearly 80% this year.
TVK in power: what changes for Tamil Nadu after Vijay's historic win
A party contesting its first Assembly election now runs one of India's largest state economies.
Back-to-back champions: how India won the 2026 T20 World Cup at home
A 96-run win over New Zealand in the final gave India their third T20 World Cup title.