Stories from Delhi · India

Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated that India will not tolerate terrorist activities under any circumstances. The remarks were made during a security summit held in Delhi. Singh said the nation's commitment to addressing security threats.

Patent protection for semaglutide has ended in India, allowing for the rollout of generic versions of somaglutide. These generic versions are expected to cut treatment costs by up to 70% in some cases.

The Indian government is advising against the installation of pre-paid smart electricity meters across various state-run entities. This directive applies to government offices, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and other state-run institutions.

Listed companies in India reported a 14.7% increase in net profits during the third quarter. This represents the fastest growth rate recorded in two years.

Air India Express and IndiGo are set to resume flight services in coordination with the Air Alliance. Passengers are advised to contact the alliance for flight-related information. The service is part of a broader resumption of operations within the region.

A Delhi court has ordered further investigations into a petition involving the relatives of a 2017 rape victim in Unnao.

The Indian government plans to increase the application of artificial intelligence within industries, governance, and public services. The initiative aims to promote the integration of AI technologies across these sectors.

A heatwave sweeping across multiple regions in India has significantly impacted local residents and the tourism industry. High temperatures forced tourists to shorten planned visits, including one group that left a site after 30 minutes due to extreme heat.

The move targets the existing digital payment landscape to increase competition within the country's fintech sector. Amazon and Meta have joined efforts to challenge the market dominance of Google Pay and PhonePe in India.

Listed companies in India reported a 14.7% increase in net profit for Q3 FY26. This represents the fastest growth rate recorded in the last two years.