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EC flags non-compliance by West Bengal govt, seeks action by Feb 9

Kolkata: The EC on Wednesday flagged alleged non-compliance by the West Bengal government in implementing several of its directions related to electoral administration and sought time-bound compliance by February 9, a senior official said. In a letter to the chief secretary, the Election Commission (EC) said multiple directions issued earlier had not been complied with…

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In US, Jaishankar underlines challenges of ‘excessive concentration’ of critical minerals

New York/Washington:  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday underlined the challenges of “excessive concentration” of critical minerals and the importance of de-risking supply chains through structured international cooperation. Addressing the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial convened by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington, DC, Jaishankar also conveyed India’s support to the FORGE initiative…

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Hyderabad Cricket’s Closed Door: When Selection Becomes a Statement of Stagnation

Our Correspondent Hyderabad cricket seems trapped in a cycle it refuses to break. Cries of nepotism, allegations of corruption, and persistent questions over conflicts of interest have become background noise for an administration that appears increasingly insulated from accountability. The latest selection of the Hyderabad men’s U-23 squad for the CK Nayudu Tournament against Assam…

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What is iNAV, and how is it calculated?

We’ve been talking about gold and silver ETFs in the Indian market (especially after that wild January 2026 premium crash), let’s break down iNAV in plain, easy language. “iNAV” think of it like checking the MRP or “fair price” of something before you buy it at a crowded market. First, Quick Recap: What is iNAV? NAV (Net Asset Value) is the true value of one…

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