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Japan's Takaichi is on track to score big in election gamble

An increased parliamentary majority could allow her to draw Japan closer to the U.S. and spend more on defense and industrial policy.

4 min read8 Feb 2026

A tale of two telcos: Bharti faces new valuation test ahead of Jio listing

Strong Africa growth and a robust balance sheet are being overshadowed by stagnant Indian Arpu and management's conservative stance on capital allocation and 5G monetization challenge.

3 min read05:45 AM IST

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iOS 26.4 beta tipped for February with major Siri and AI upgrades

Apple's iOS 26.4 is expected to bring a major Siri overhaul with Apple Intelligence, personal context, on-screen awareness and cross-app actions. The developer beta could arrive this month, with a public release tipped for March.

2 min read8 Feb 2026

Trump Hilariously Reveals How 'Missiles' Don't Let Him Sleep On Planes | WATCH

Trump Jokes He Stays Awake on Planes “Watching for Missiles and Enemies”! At the National Prayer Breakfast, US President Donald Trump quipped he refuses to sleep mid-flight: “I don't like sleeping on planes… I like looking out the window and watching for missiles and enemies, actually.” Roaring laughter from the crowd as Trump delivers wide-ranging speech with classic humor.

6 Feb 2026
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Spotted: Cash grab gone wrong

The ICC T20 Cricket World Cup is about to begin but is already fraught with political tensions, one walkout, and another high-profile backdrop. In this context, does Star Sports' latest ads on India-Pakistan cricket rivalry miss the mark?

1 min read05:40 AM IST

Tax dodgers beware: I-T is searching GST data to widen tax base

The move to expand the country's direct tax base and boost tax buoyancy comes after the sharp tax rate cuts for individuals this financial year moderated I-T revenue growth, the people cited above said on the condition of anonymity.

4 min read05:50 AM IST

Gogoi refutes Assam CM's ‘Pakistan link' claims on wife: ‘Bogus, mindless'

While addressing a press conference in Assam on Sunday, Sarma claimed that Elizabeth Colburn Gogoi 'worked in Pakistan and got salary from the nation'

3 min read8 Feb 2026
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A handy food and bar guide to Barcelona

Known for the splendid art and architecture, the city boasts of a lively charm with its exceptional tapas joints as well as wine and cocktail bars

5 min read8 Feb 2026
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