ETtech Deals Digest: Sarvam mega round lifts startup funding to $403 million this week, up 36% on-yearIndian startups secured a significant $402.6 million in funding across 20 deals, with AI firm Sarvam leading the pack with a $234 million i...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
Quote of the day by American priest-educator Theodore Hesburgh: 'The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother', a lesson on the foundation of a strong familyChildren remember lessons and home environments more than gifts. American priest-educator Theodore Hesburgh stated a father's most crucial ...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
US-Iran peace talks in Geneva called off, clouding prospects for lasting truceTalks between the US and Iran to end the Middle East conflict have been postponed. Vice President JD Vance has cancelled his trip to Geneva...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Iran will reopen Strait of Hormuz and can sell oil freely under deal with US, according to leaksA tentative deal between Iran and the U.S. will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil passage. Iran will be allowed to sell its oil with...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
White House talking points claim victories in initial Iran deal but often don't meet realityThe White House has informed supporters of President Trump's alleged victories in the Iran conflict, claiming Iran will not develop nuclear...
17 Jun, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
Madhya Pradesh set to emerge as a major nuclear power hub in country: OfficialMadhya Pradesh is becoming a significant nuclear power center. Projects totaling 7,000 MW are underway, with more private sector proposals ...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Centre urges states to accelerate nuclear power plants and green energy storageIndia is accelerating approvals for nuclear power plants and energy storage systems. This push is vital for the nation's growing data and A...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
Highly dangerous plutonium offers no quick fix to US nuclear fuel crunchAmerica is exploring turning surplus plutonium into nuclear fuel for new reactors. This move aims to meet rising power demands, particularl...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
A history of Iran's nuclear programme and tensions with the US as an interim deal is reachedA landmark interim deal between the United States and Iran aims to end a protracted war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. This agreeme...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
WFH 2.0 in Gurgaon? Haryana wants companies to adopt work from home to beat traffic, save fuelHaryana urges private firms to embrace work-from-home and staggered schedules to combat traffic congestion and rising fuel costs. This init...
14 Jun, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
India now has 2.3 lakh startups, generated 25 lakh jobs: Union minister Jitendra SinghIndia's startup sector has created 25 lakh jobs in the last decade, becoming a major economic force. From just a few hundred startups in 20...
13 Jun, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
India grants retrospective custom duty relief on imports of select nuclear power generation equipmentIndia has granted retrospective customs duty relief on specified nuclear power generation equipment imported between April 1, 2019 and Janu...
12 Jun, 2026, 01.58 AM IST
Beyond the body: The deeper reality connecting science and spiritualityModern science reveals we are cosmic dust, our bodies composed of stardust formed billions of years ago. This understanding highlights our ...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
Centre approves Rs 1,359 crore four-laning of the Nagaur-Bikaner stretch of NH-62 in RajasthanThe Centre has approved a Rs 1,359 crore project to four-lane the Nagaur-Bikaner stretch of National Highway-62 in Rajasthan. This developm...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
Chenani-Nashri's two-lane tube tunnel gets green light: Union Minister Jitendra SinghA new two-lane tunnel will be built parallel to the Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee tunnel. This project, announced by Union Minister Jitendra Si...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
Ficci proposes 700MW PHWR tech transfer framework to boost nuclear energy investmentIndian industry is pushing for a clear framework to license and transfer technology for indigenous 700MW PHWR reactors to private players. ...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
India, Germany explore cooperation in quantum communication, space and deep-tech innovationIndia and Germany on Tuesday explored expanded cooperation in quantum communication, photonics, quantum satellite communication, space tech...
02 Jun, 2026, 03.50 PM IST