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October 8, 2026 12:10 PM

Technology should not remain privilege of a few, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the Digital India initiative has played a major role in democratising technology and bridging the digital divide, with the mobile phone emerging as a key instrument of India's digital transformation.   ...

October 8, 2026 11:24 AM

Air Force Day celebrations get underway at Hindan base

The 94th Air Force Day celebrations began at the Hindan air base on Thursday with a ceremonial parade and display of some of the IAF's prized combat assets. The three service chiefs and other senior military officials were present at the event. Seve...

October 8, 2026 10:33 AM

Nana Patekar to be accorded state funeral: Maharashtra minister

Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar on Thursday announced that veteran actor Nana Patekar will be accorded a state funeral in recognition of his contribution to theatre and cinema. The Devendra Fadnavis government took the decision c...

October 8, 2026 10:18 AM

Indian equity markets open flat; financial shares drag

Domestic equity benchmarks opened largely flat on Thursday with Nifty opening around 22,600 mark as gains in IT and pharma stocks were offset by weakness across financial, FMCG and auto stocks. Nifty opened at 22,599.05, down 4 points or 0.02 per c...

Last updated on: 17th October 2026

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