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Mint explainer: Why is India setting up a second crop gene bank in Himachal's Keylong?

New Delhi, Jan. 21 -- India is planning a second national gene bank for crops in Keylong, Himachal Pradesh, as insurance against climate change, natural disasters and future food risks. The new facili... Read More


GIC-backed Genus Power to take full control of smart meter manufacturer

New Delhi, Jan. 21 -- Smart meter maker Genus Power Infrastructures Ltd will acquire the 86.49% stake it doesn't already own in smaller peer Newlectric Innovation Pvt Ltd for Rs 25.23 crore ($2.7 mill... Read More


Budget 2026 wishlist: Price caps for affordable housing, penalties for project delays top homebuyers' demands

India, Jan. 21 -- For Budget 2026, homebuyers have proposed that the government clearly define 'affordable' and 'mid-segment' housing, including caps on permissible rates per square foot of carpet are... Read More


Budget 2026 wishlist: Homebuyers urge government to cap affordable housing prices, impose penalties for project delays

India, Jan. 21 -- For Budget 2026, homebuyers have proposed that the government clearly define 'affordable' and 'mid-segment' housing, including caps on permissible rates per square foot of carpet are... Read More


Budget 2026 wishlist: Price caps for affordable housing, penalties for project delays top homebuyers' demands

India, Jan. 21 -- For Budget 2026, homebuyers have proposed that the government clearly define 'affordable' and 'mid-segment' housing, including caps on permissible rates per square foot of carpet are... Read More


Retta Thala on OTT: Failed to recover its budget, here's how much Arun Vijay's action thriller made at box office

India, Jan. 21 -- Retta Thala, the recently released Arun Vijay-starrer, is currently streaming on Prime Video. The action thriller features the actor in dual roles and is directed by Kris Thirukumara... Read More


8 sneakers that work hard and look good: Experience everyday styles at low prices

India, Jan. 21 -- Sneakers have moved far beyond gyms and morning runs. Today, they are everyday essentials that blend comfort, style, and versatility, working just as well with jeans as they do with ... Read More


Public sector banks should be better utilised

India, Jan. 21 -- Government savings schemes yielding better interest-rates should be through banks also There are many Government Savings Schemes yielding better interest-rates than given by banks on... Read More


Investors wealth erodes by INR 9.86 lakh crore as stock markets tumble

India, Jan. 21 -- Investors' wealth eroded by INR 9.86 lakh crore in a single day on Tuesday as stock markets faced heavy drubbing, with the BSE Sensex tumbling 1,066 points, amid escalating geopoliti... Read More


Corporates to register 6% revenue rise in FY27: Fitch

India, Jan. 21 -- Fitch Ratings on Tuesday said the aggregate revenue for its rated corporates will rise by 6 per cent in FY27 on steady GDP growth and an improved consumer-spending outlook, following... Read More