India model: UNDP chief hails India’s growth with inclusion; digital, climate push seen as global blueprint

India has shown that rapid economic expansion and social inclusion can progress in tandem, with its development approach now shaping global learning, UNDP’s Acting Administrator Haoliang Xu has said, according to PTI. Calling India’s growth story a mix of technology-driven delivery, participatory governance and resilient climate action, Xu said the country offers “a blueprint for…

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PM Modi sets May deadline to prioritise quality improvement of highways | India News

NEW DELHI: Concerned over numerous complaints about poor quality highways in recent months, particularly during and after monsoon, PM Narendra Modi has set a May deadline for the road transport ministry to prioritise quality improvement and develop robust SOPs to ensure accountability and consistency. TOI has learnt that while recently reviewing progress in the highway…

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Rupee breaches 91 mark again: Currency falls to 91.32 against US dollar amid Middle East tensions

Rupee slipped past the 91 mark against the US dollar on Monday, tumbling to 91.32, as escalating tensions in the Middle East and heightened volatility in global markets unsettled investors. Forex traders said that the currency came under added pressure from negative equity market sentiment and significant foreign fund outflows. Rupee opened at 91.23 and…

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Ayaan Zubair: Laughter Chefs fame Jannat Zubair, brother Ayaan Zubair allegedly attacked and chased on highway

Laughter Chefs fame Jannat Zubair and her younger brother Ayaan Zubair were reportedly involved in a shocking and disturbing road incident in Panvel (Navi Mumbai) on Monday. The actress shared a statement on her Instagram handle. The statement also said that the siblings are safe and that the police are actively investigating the incident, which…

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‘We keep our sights forward’: Giant-killer Zimbabwe send warning after taking down Sri Lanka and Australia | Cricket News

Zimbabwe’s captain Sikandar Raza, center, with teammates leaves the ground after Sri Lanka’s inning during the T20 World Cup cricket match between Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026. (AP Photo) Captain Sikandar Raza said the strong group-stage run by the Zimbabwe at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026…

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Bihar government forms new academies for Pali and Prakrit languages: A significant step towards honouring India’s literary roots

Bihar government is establishing two new academies for Prakrit and Pali languages to foster their restoration and promotion. These initiatives fall under the newly formed Higher Education department, aiming to preserve India’s rich cultural heritage. Experts highlight the historical significance of these ancient dialects, crucial to Buddhist and Hindu traditions. Patna, The Bihar government has…

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