India rejects Zardari's Kashmir remarks, says he has no locus standi
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 11:50PM IST
Jaiswal said Pakistan's "long history of systematically targeting and victimising minorities across various faiths is notorious"
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PM to lead nation in observing International Yoga Day from Kolkata
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 11:45PM IST
PM Modi will also commission three indigenously designed and built naval ships at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port
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El Nino is a global crisis, keeping close watch on situation: Piyush Goyal
INDIA NEWS | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 11:38PM IST
Goyal said the government is prepared and focused on safeguarding farmers' interests. "If a water crisis arises, all necessary steps to tackle it will be taken," he assured
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Portfolio careers fuel India's gig economy
INDIA NEWS | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 11:34PM IST
New Delhi: India's independent consulting or white-collar gig economy is witnessing a structural shift, with professionals increasingly opting for portfolio careers and companies turning to external experts to drive transformation projects, according to the latest data from talent marketplace platform Flexing It.The rise is being driven by younger professionals: nearly 40% of consultants joining the platform in FY26 had between three and eight years of experience compared with about 30% in FY25.Also Read: NCW issues advisory to States, calls for mandatory POSH audits and robust workplace safety mechanisms nationwideThe number of professionals registering as independent consultants has grown nearly 290% since 2022, with monthly additions rising from around 1,500 in FY24 to about 3,000 in FY25 and crossing 5,000 in FY26.131881482"Independent consulting is no longer something professionals ease into later in their careers," said Chandrika Pasricha, founder and CEO, Flexing It. "Nearly 40% of new consultants on our platform in FY26 have between three to eight years of experience-this generation is choosing independent work early and by design, drawn by the speed at which they can build diverse skills and garner high-impact experience outside a traditional career track."At the other end of the spectrum, around one in five new registrations over the past two years came from professionals with more than 15 years of experience. Many are taking up roles as advisors, interim leaders and transformation specialists, allowing them to work across multiple organisations."Over a third of projects on our platform are now led by experienced professionals-and that's no accident. Senior talent is making a deliberate choice, drawn by the freedom to work on their own terms and the ability to build a portfolio of high-impact engagements. That's changing how organisations access leadership," she said.Also Read: Death of the CV - AI is making soft skills the new hiring currencyFlexing It's network now includes more than 120,000 independent consultants and domain experts.On the demand side, companies are increasingly embedding flexible talent into their workforce strategies. The demand for independent consultants witnessed 60% growth in FY26 compared with FY24.Technology remains the largest category of demand, accounting for 21% of projects in FY26, although its share has moderated as companies increasingly seek expertise across functions such as human resources, supply chain, finance and strategy, research shows.Supply chain emerged as one of the fastest-growing areas, with demand rising 61% year-on-year as companies sought external expertise to strengthen procurement strategies, improve logistics networks and build resilience amid shifting global trade dynamics.The shift is visible across industries. Industrial and manufacturing companies emerged as the largest consumers of independent talent, accounting for 30% of project demand in FY26, up from 26% a year earlier. The growth was driven by automation, sustainability initiatives and operational transformation. Consulting firms increased their demand to 20% from 14% a year earlier, as they assembled external teams for client engagements. Demand from diversified conglomerates also rose sharply.
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India must invest in deep tech, not rely on global trends: Neelkanth Mishra
INDIA NEWS | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 10:41PM IST
India cannot rely solely on world trends and must instead build a domestic innovation ecosystem, invest in deep tech capabilities, and develop globally competitive products across strategic sectors, senior economist Neelkanth Mishra said on Saturday.
He was speaking at the 15th convocation ceremony of the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN).
Mishra, the chief economist at Axis Bank and chairman of Unique Identification Authority of India, spoke about the economic opportunities in the country, the challenges of escaping the middle-income trap, and the need for India to become a technology and product-driven nation.
"India cannot depend on global trends or foreign technology alone but has to build its own innovation ecosystem, invest in deep tech capabilities and develop globally competitive products across multiple strategic sectors," an official release said, quoting Mishra.
The chief guest said the future of India will be shaped not just by policymakers and economis
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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 10:21PM IST
With an estimated Rs 10.06 crore net on Day 2, Cocktail 2's total India collections have reached Rs 23.56 crore net and Rs 28.07 crore gross.
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Peddi Box Office Collection Day 17: Ram Charan's Film Holds Steady, Collects This Amount
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 10:12PM IST
Despite a sharp reduction in screens compared to its opening week, Peddi has managed to maintain a healthy occupancy level in key Telugu markets.
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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 10:00PM IST
The Germany men's national football team.
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Bank Holiday Alert: Banks To Remain Closed On Three Days Next Week | Check List
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 9:38PM IST
Banks across the country will also remain closed on June 27, the fourth Saturday.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 9:38PM IST
Addressing a press conference during his visit to Sonbhadra as part of the Centre's campaign marking 12 years of the Narendra Modi government, Puri further said that Sonbhadra in Uttar Pradesh is shedding its image of being a backward region and is moving towards becoming a model district.
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Happy Father's Day 2026: 20+ Heartwarming Images, Wishes & Messages for Dad
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 9:35PM IST
In 2026, Fathers Day falls on Sunday, June 21.
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INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 9:15PM IST
Trump claimed that Meloni was attempting to establishMeloni had dismissed Trump's claims that she had 'begged him for a picture'. friendly relations with him.
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Three India-flagged oil tankers cross Hormuz with 94 crew onboard
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 9:10PM IST
The three crude oil tankers -- Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor, and Sanmar Herald -- are expected to arrive in India between June 24 and July 1
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EU lifts travel advisory for Assam, except 3 districts under Afspa: Himanta
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 9:02PM IST
He said that the USA and Canada are yet to lift the travel restrictions for Assam, and the state government was pursuing the matter with them
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3 Indian-flagged tankers transit through Hormuz
INDIA NEWS | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 8:50PM IST
New Delhi: Three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers carrying over 8.6 lakh million tonnes of cargo with 94 crew members from the country transited through the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday and are en route to India, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said.The three crude oil tankers -- Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor, and Sanmar Herald -- are expected to arrive in India between June 24 and July 1.While Desh Vaibhav is expected to reach Vadinar Port on June 24, Desh Vibhor is likely to arrive at Sikka Port the same day. Sanmar Herald, the third Indian-flagged oil tanker to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, is scheduled to reach Paradip on July 1."3 Indian-flagged crude oil tankers, Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor and Sanmar Herald carrying over 8.6 Lakh MT of cargo with 94 Indian crew members have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz today and are en route to India," Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sonowal said in a post on X."Under the decisive leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji, GoI is working on highest priority to secure India's maritime interests. Our Ministry is actively coordinating with all relevant agencies to guarantee the absolute safety of Bharat's seafarers and energy lifelines," he wrote.The United States on Thursday lifted its blockade of Iran, allowing oil tankers to move through the Strait of Hormuz as a tentative agreement to end the war took effect. The channel had been largely unusable for months, but shipping began to resume soon after a deal came into force.On June 18, President Donald Trump signed an agreement with Iran Wednesday that calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and waives US-backed sanctions on the country, immediately allowing Iran to sell its oil freely in a major concession from Washington.
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3 Indian-flagged oil tankers transit through Strait of Hormuz
INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 8:50PM IST
Three Indian oil tankers, carrying over 8.6 lakh tonnes of cargo and 94 crew members, successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz en route to India. The vessels, Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor, and Sanmar Herald, are expected to reach Indian ports between June 24 and July 1. This transit follows the lifting of a US blockade on Iran, allowing oil tankers to move freely through the vital waterway.
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NTA says Nagpur candidate selected Abu Dhabi NEET centre through own login
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 8:45PM IST
The agency said its web activity records indicated that the city change was carried out through the candidate's registered login during the open correction period
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Three Indian-Flagged Crude Oil Tankers Secure Safe Passage Through Hormuz Says Port Minister
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 8:41PM IST
The Port Ministry was actively coordinating with agencies to guarantee the safety of India's seafarers.
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Getting Caught Without A Ticket In Mumbai Locals Just Became Costlier
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 8:39PM IST
Indian Railway authorities believe the higher fine will act as a deterrent and help improve passenger discipline across the network.
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From Pahadpur to Purvodaya: PM Modi sees Odisha driving India's growth
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 8:19PM IST
PM Modi said Odisha will play a central role in India's journey towards becoming a developed nation, highlighting investments, tribal welfare and the Centre's Purvodaya strategy
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Iran And US To Hold Talks On June 21, Pakistan Foreign Ministry Says
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 8:03PM IST
Mediators from Pakistan and Qatar will also participate in the discussions, the ministry said.
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Rupee Begins To Recover As Global Situation Improves, Says Union Minister Piyush Goyal
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 7:46PM IST
Improving international conditions have helped restore confidence in financial markets, contributing to the rupee's recent gains, said Union Minister Piyush Goyal.
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BHEL, Coal India investing Rs 25,000 crore in Odisha coal gasification project: G Kishan Reddy
INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 7:40PM IST
A significant Rs 25,000 crore investment by BHEL and Coal India Limited is set to transform Odisha's coal sector. This ambitious project will explore coal gasification, moving beyond traditional power generation to unlock new opportunities in fertilizer production and boost downstream industries.
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Nagpur candidate chose Abu Dhabi centre via own login, changed later: NTA
INDIA MARKET | Sat, 20 Jun 2026, 7:23PM IST
The agency said that despite the Abu Dhabi centre being chosen by the candidate, it received an informal request on the evening of June 19, 48 hours before the exam, to change the centre to Nagpur
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