‘From lab to plate’: CSIR–NIIST to transfer ‘designer rice’ to industry to tackle nutrition, lifestyle challenges |

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Polished white rice may soon get a healthy makeover, as CSIR–NIIST’s designer rice aims to transform a household staple into a protein- and micronutrient-rich food while reducing its glycaemic impact.The CSIR–National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR–NIIST) is set to hold a technology transfer ceremony, “CSIR–NIIST Tech Connect: From Lab to Market,” on…

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SWAGAT-FI: Sebi unveils single-window gateway for low risk foreign investors; framework aims to cut compliance load

Markets regulator Sebi has introduced a single-window access framework for low-risk foreign investors, aiming to simplify regulatory processes and make India a more attractive investment destination, according to PTI. The new system is designed to streamline compliance, ease multiple registrations and reduce repetitive documentation across investment routes.Called the Single Window Automatic & Generalised Access for…

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Explained: How Canada’s new immigration plan helps students and skilled workers living in the country gain PR

How Canada’s immigration plan helps students and skilled workers living in the country gain PR. (Getty Images) Canada’s 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan prioritises permanent residence (PR) for temporary residents already living in the country. The plan focuses on students, skilled workers, and other residents who are contributing to the economy and communities. As reported by…

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Himachal Pradesh: Government doctors launch indefinite strike; healthcare services hit | India News

Doctors raise slogans during an indefinite strike against the termination of services of a fellow doctor at IGMC in Shimla SHIMLA: Healthcare services, except emergency care, were disrupted across govt hospitals in Himachal Pradesh on Saturday after doctors went on indefinite strike, demanding the immediate reinstatement of Dr Raghav Nirula, who was sacked for assaulting…

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Credit growth outpaces deposits for large banks

MUMBAI: Large banks show a continued trend of credit growth outpacing deposit mobilisation in the quarter ended Dec 31, 2025, with most lenders reporting advances rising faster than liabilities, and shifting deposit mix in favour of term deposits over current and savings accounts (CASA).India’s largest private bank HDFC Bank reported gross advances of around Rs…

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‘I don’t mind a bit of pressure’: ‘Calm’ Cooper Connolly announces arrival | Cricket News

Punjab Kings’ Cooper Connolly celebrates his half-century. (ANI Photo) NEW CHANDIGARH: He woke up in the morning with nerves on Tuesday. “Which I was really happy about,” Cooper Connolly said after leading Punjab Kings to a three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.For Connolly, it wasn’t the nerves, but the “happiness” about having them. That small detail…

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