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India vs Pakistan U-19: Virtual Knockout for Semi-Final Spot

India vs Pakistan U-19 is never just another fixture, and at the World Cup, the stakes rise even higher. With a semi-final spot hanging in the balance, this high-voltage clash turns into a virtual knockout, testing the temperament and skill of cricket’s next generation. India’s youngsters step in carrying a legacy of dominance and discipline, while Pakistan arrive with unpredictability and hunger to disrupt. Under the weight of expectation and global attention, this encounter promises intensity, drama, and moments that could shape future international careers. Virtual Knockout: Why This Match…

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DPS Hinjawadi Celebrates Republic Day with ‘Khushi Utsav’, Fostering Empathy, Inclusion, and Civic Values

Delhi Public School (DPS), Hinjawadi commemorated Republic Day 2026 in a meaningful and heartwarming manner through Khushi Utsav and Khushi Bazaar, an initiative inspired by the constitutional ideals of empathy, inclusivity, equality, and shared responsibility. As part of the celebrations, the school warmly welcomed 50 families from a nearby Zilla Parishad (ZP) school in Nande village. Students and their family members were hosted as special guests, creating a space of mutual respect and togetherness. Carefully curated utility and learning kits were distributed to the visiting families with dignity, reinforcing the…

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Workplace Ethics in India 2026: Why Unpaid Trials and Toxic Hiring Processes are Facing Legal Heat

Workplace ethics in India 2026 have come under intense scrutiny as unpaid trials, exploitative internships, and toxic hiring practices trigger legal action and public backlash. With job seekers increasingly speaking out, regulators and courts are beginning to clamp down on unethical recruitment practices that violate labor rights and dignity at work. Search trends show rising interest in keywords such as “unpaid trial jobs in India”, “toxic hiring practices”, and “employment law India 2026”. What Are Unpaid Trials in Hiring? Unpaid trials refer to recruitment practices where candidates are asked to…

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Technology Education 

Complete Guide: Protecting Your Digital Identity from New-Age AI Phishing and WhatsApp Scams

India’s rapid digital adoption has transformed how citizens communicate, bank, shop, and access government services. At the same time, it has created fertile ground for a new generation of cybercrime driven by artificial intelligence, social engineering, and the misuse of popular messaging platforms such as WhatsApp. From deepfake voice calls impersonating family members to highly personalised phishing messages that appear indistinguishable from legitimate alerts, digital identity threats have evolved beyond traditional email scams. As regulators, law-enforcement agencies, and technology companies respond, individuals remain the first line of defence. Understanding how…

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Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Data Centres, Labour Reforms, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, and Investment Climate Insights from Industry Leaders

The Union Budget 2026-27, set to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2026, at 11 AM IST (her ninth consecutive Budget), arrives as India pushes toward its Viksit Bharat goals amid strong economic momentum. With the Budget Session underway since January 28, 2026, leaders from digital infrastructure, facility management, pre-engineered buildings, and financial markets are sharing pre-budget expectations focused on enabling digital growth, labour code implementation, manufacturing incentives, green technologies, and investor-friendly policies. These quotes highlight interconnected priorities: treating data centres as national digital infrastructure, full…

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India 

Digital Payments 2.0: How New UPI Features and Voice-Based Transactions Are Changing Rural Connectivity

India’s digital payments ecosystem is entering its next phase with what many are calling Digital Payments 2.0. Building on the massive success of UPI, the new wave of innovations focuses on inclusion, accessibility, and deeper rural penetration. With features such as voice-based transactions, offline payments, and simplified user interfaces, digital payments are no longer limited to smartphone-savvy urban users. Instead, they are reshaping how rural India connects to the formal economy, accesses services, and participates in everyday financial activity. Why Digital Payments 2.0 Matters for Rural India Despite rapid growth…

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Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Goes Pan‑India: 6.76 Crore Join Conversation with PM Modi

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 saw a huge boost in participation, as the Prime Minister’s flagship student engagement programme expanded like never before. For the first time, activities were held simultaneously in different parts of the country, breaking away from the usual Delhi‑centric format. This ninth edition brought together students from all walks of life on a single national platform, making it a truly inclusive and memorable experience. A Nationwide Dialogue: Breaking the Delhi-Centric Model For the first time, Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 broke away from its Delhi-centric format, reaching students…

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Illustration showing interconnected charts, gears, and data flows symbolizing sustainable unit economics and systems thinking in India’s startup investment landscape. Startup Trending 

The Rise of Sustainable Unit Economics: Why Indian Investors Are Prioritizing Systems Thinking Over Growth

For much of the last decade, India’s startup ecosystem was powered by a single, seductive promise: grow fast, capture market share, and worry about profits later. Capital was abundant, valuations climbed rapidly, and founders were rewarded for scale rather than sustainability. That era is now decisively over. In its place, a quieter but more rigorous philosophy is taking root among Indian investors—one that places sustainable unit economics and systems thinking at the center of decision-making. This shift has been shaped by a series of hard lessons. As global liquidity tightened…

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India 

MAARG Mentorship Guide: How Early-Stage Founders Can Access Government-Backed Advisory in 2026

As India’s startup ecosystem matures, early-stage founders are increasingly recognising that capital alone is not enough to build sustainable businesses. Strategic guidance, market access, regulatory clarity, and operational mentorship have become equally critical. In this context, the MAARG mentorship platform has emerged as a key government-backed initiative aimed at supporting startups with structured advisory support. As 2026 approaches, understanding how MAARG works and how founders can leverage it effectively is becoming essential for entrepreneurs navigating India’s competitive startup landscape. What Is MAARG and Why It Was Launched MAARG, short for…

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Union Budget 2026: Aviation Cargo, Logistics, Dairy, Edible Oils, Electronics & Banking Leaders Seek Infrastructure Push and Value-Chain Reforms

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026-27 on February 1, 2026, at 11 AM, industry leaders from aviation cargo, logistics, dairy, edible oils, electronics manufacturing, and banking are calling for sustained infrastructure investments, supply-chain resilience, export competitiveness, and technology adoption to fuel India’s economic momentum amid 6.5–7% GDP growth projections. The logistics sector, projected at ~US$384 billion in 2026 with air cargo throughput growing at ~11.5% CAGR through 2033, seeks targeted support for multimodal connectivity and digitisation. Dairy and edible oils players emphasise value-added processing,…

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