The unseen risks lurking beneath the Himalayas

India monitors thousands of glacial lakes across the Himalayas. But Nepal’s flood showed that some of the region’s most dangerous threats may be hiding elsewhere.

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HRV Pharma bets ₹150 crore on peptides, high-potency oncology APIs

The investments mark a shift in HRV’s seven-year-old business model—from using available manufacturing capacity to underwriting specialised capacity for products it owns and commercializes

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New on shelves: Four books to read in September

A freedom fighter's memoir, a short history of Delhi, a neurologist's take on neurodegenerative diseases and more books to read this month

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HEG demerger news | Stock zooms 5% on record date — what's next for investors?

HEG's demerger creates two entities: HEG Graphite and HEG Advanced Materials. Each shareholder receives a share in HEG Graphite for every HEG share held. Emkay assesses a combined value of over ₹18,000 crore post-demerger, indicating a 30% value unlock.

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Tax audit deadline 2026: Who must file the report by September 30

Taxpayers with business or professional incomes face different ITR deadlines. Tax audit reports are due by September 30, 2026, with penalties applicable for late submissions. Details here.

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iQOO Z11xa 5G launched with 7,200mAh battery: Price, specs and sale details

iQOO has launched the Z11xa 5G in India at ₹28,999, with a net effective price of ₹27,499 after launch offers. The smartphone features a 7,200mAh battery, Dimensity 7400-Turbo chipset, 120Hz display and 50MP Sony main camera.

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'Made In India, Built In France': PM Modi Hails India-France Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India-France relations have reached new heights, and this strategic partnership is particularly special because it rests on the solid foundation of long-standing cultural and political ties.

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Mark Zuckerberg has 'doomsday bunker' in Hawaii? Check his real estate portfolio

Mark Zuckerberg owns multiple properties with his wife Priscilla Chan, including their recent purchase of a gothic castle in Ireland. The couple also own two lakefront estates, a residential home in Palo Alto, ranches in Hawaii and several more mansions and properties in the US. Check all.

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GST Council meeting postponed to 7 October from 12 September

The preparatory meetings of government officers will now be held on 5 October from 3pm and on 6 October from 11am onwards, ahead of the GST Council meeting on 7 October.

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CM Vijay vs Udhayanidhi: DMK leader rejects corruption charges

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Monday trained his guns on main opposition DMK in the Assembly by alleging serious, organised corruption and collection of ‘party fund’ during its regime.

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Ronaldo, Messi to play in same XI? Tevez on a mission to make impossible happen

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been invited to play in the farewell match for Carlos Tevez later this year. The match will be held at Boca Juniors' iconic La Bombonera.

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