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Asian stocks today: Stocks ease but set for weekly gains amid optimism on war de-escalation

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:40
Asian markets saw a slight dip Friday after a strong rally, as investors braced for a crucial weekend potentially impacting the Middle East conflict. Despite ceasefire hopes and easing oil prices, caution persists. Wall Street's record highs offered some support, while currency markets reflected reduced risk aversion, though the Strait of Hormuz closure remains a concern.
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'Building castles in air': Iran mocks Trump’s 'will get free oil, free Hormuz' claim

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:36
Iran's state media has dismissed US President Donald Trump's claims of a negotiation breakthrough as "building castles in the air." Trump stated that Iran is close to a deal and has agreed to hand over its enriched uranium, a key point of contention in the ongoing conflict.
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Sayyid Akbar Husayni PU College in Kalaburagi launches integrated coaching for NEET, JEE, and K-CET

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:28
The coaching programme will be formally inaugurated on April 22
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Teaching experience obtained from unrecognised departments will be invalid, says National Medical Commission

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:28
National Medical Commission has also noted that all postgraduate medical education and training must comply with the latest NMC regulations, including the Postgraduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023, and the Medical Institutions (Qualifications of Faculty) Regulations, 2025. 
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Jailed MP Rashid’s father ‘critical’ in Srinagar hospital, release him on humanitarian grounds: AIP

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:23
According to the party, the health condition of Rashid’s father Khazir Mohammad Sheikh was “worsening”
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Entrepreneurship Cell set up at Bright B-School in Hubballi

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:23
Director of Bright Business School Prof. Prasad Roodagi said that every student should dream of becoming an entrepreneur and contribute meaningfully to society at large
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Strongly urge early restoration of freedom of navigation through Strait of Hormuz: India at UN

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:16
India reiterated that the targeting of commercial shipping and endangering innocent civilian crew members, or otherwise impeding the freedom of navigation and commerce in the Strait of Hormuz, are unacceptable
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Encroachments in Ballari cleared, over 5 acres of land reclaimed by district administration

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:16
Illegal structures were demolished using earthmovers, and a signboard declaring the land as ‘Government Property’ was installed
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Mohith Reddy denies Lokesh’s charge against Chevireddy family

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:11
Mohith Reddy said the allegations that the Chevireddy family was involved in the liquor scam and laddu scam were baseless
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Delimitation: Between constitutional statesmanship and political expediency

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 04:10
Parliament considers crucial delimitation bills, raising concerns for democratic legitimacy and India's federal balance. These proposals could alter political power distribution significantly. The article argues for careful deliberation and public consultation before any constitutional changes are enacted. Statesmanship demands scrutiny, not speed, to ensure fairness and preserve the Union's integrity.
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AP Congress leader Shivaji opposes Delimitation Bill 2026, says it hurts southern States

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:59
Congress leader Kolanukonda Shivaji opposes the Delimitation Bill, 2026, saying it will hurt southern States including Andhra Pradesh
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TDP in-fighting in Satyavedu targets Nara Lokesh

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:56
The recent appointment of Sankar Reddy as the programme coordinator for the constituency apparently triggered the controversy
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In a first, K-RERA orders BDA to pay ₹56.03 lakh compensation to NPKL site owner in Bengaluru over delay in providing basic amenities

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:52
The order came in response to a complaint filed by a site allottee, who had purchased a plot in Sector-B of the layout and received possession in June 2020
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Stock market today: Nifty50 opens above 24,200; BSE Sensex up around 100 points

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:50
Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty opened in green on Friday on positive global cues. While Nifty50 was above 24,200, BSE Sensex was up around 100 points.
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TCS Nashik case: Plea in Supreme Court seeks directions to declare forced religious conversion as 'terrorist act'

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:44
The petition filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay contended that deceitful religious conversion is not only a serious threat to sovereignty, secularism, democracy and liberty but also a menace to fraternity, dignity, unity and national integration
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‘Scripted conspiracy by Bajrang Dal’: Uncle of accused in TCS Nashik case says 'not a major scandal'

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:29
Two accused in the Tata Consultancy Services Nashik sexual harassment case remain in police custody. An accused relative claims the allegations are part of a conspiracy and scripted. Police have arrested seven employees so far. A Special Investigation Team is probing complaints from eight women. Tata Consultancy Services has a zero-tolerance policy and is investigating the matter.
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CSK, RCB records broken! Punjab Kings become first team in IPL to ...

Times of India - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:17
Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer starred with half-centuries as Punjab Kings chased down Mumbai Indians' 195/6 with ease, winning by seven wickets at the Wankhede Stadium. This victory marked Punjab's third consecutive win over MI and their sixth at the venue, setting a new record.
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Creeping risk: On industrial accidents and neglect of risks

Hindu - Fri, 04/17/2026 - 03:14
Industrial accidents occur due to neglect of risks built up over time
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