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Pahal Financial in talks to acquire PE-backed troubled NBFC

New Delhi, Aug. 17 -- Pahal Financial Services Pvt Ltd, a microfinance-focussed non-bank lender backed by impact investors such as GAWA Capital and Proparco, is close to acquiring a troubled non-bank ... Read More


Odisha floods: Over 300 students affected as floodwaters enter Pattamundai Ashram School

Kendrapara, Aug. 17 -- More than 300 students were affected after floodwaters entered the Pattamundai Kulsahi Ashram School in Odisha's Kendrapara district on Monday, with officials arranging relief m... Read More


Virgo Horoscope Today, August 17, 2026: Career pressure remains real, but you have enough drive to handle it

India, Aug. 17 -- justify;">Virgo (Aug 24-Sept 23) The day starts with your presence being noticed. You may feel more visible, expressive, and inclined to take charge of family or work matters. There... Read More


Work Equation

New Delhi, Aug. 17 -- India's latest employment numbers offer reason for cautious optimism. The unemployment rate for people aged 15 and above fell to 5.1 per cent in July, its lowest level in four mo... Read More


Congress is playing the victim card over so called purification incident for power: Dhami

Dehradun, Aug. 17 -- CM participates in 'Vibhajan Vibishika' event of Punjabi Mahasabha in Haridwar Garhwal Post Bureau Haridwar, 14 Aug: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today launched a sharp at... Read More


Sensex, Nifty ends lower amid Q1 earnings, subdued global cues

Mumbai, Aug. 17 -- The domestic equity benchmarks ended with modest losses on Friday, as investors assessed a slew of Q1 FY27 earnings announcements amid the ongoing results season. Sector- and stock-... Read More


Keeping up with UP: Will Rahul convert crowds into votes in Nehru's birthplace

India, Aug. 17 -- Rahul Gandhi and his niece, Miraya Vadra, spent hours at the Nehru-Gandhi family's ancestral home, Anand Bhavan, during the Congress leader's stay in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj for an... Read More


Taurus Horoscope Today, August 17, 2026: A lighter mood may inspire you and help you approach duties with ease today

India, Aug. 17 -- justify;">Taurus (Apr 21-May 20) The day begins on a lighter note and may bring a pleasant sense of interest, creativity, and personal involvement. You could feel more engaged with ... Read More


Aries Horoscope Today, August 17, 2026: Thoughtful choices may help you make the most of a cooperative day

India, Aug. 17 -- justify;">Aries (Mar 21- Apr 20) The first half of the day may feel busy, slightly demanding, and full of small corrections. A work task, household errand, pending email, or health ... Read More


'Middle class is being looted': Shehzad Poonawalla's last remarks before official resignation from BJP

India, Aug. 17 -- BJP leader Shehzad Poonawalla raised concerns over the financial burden on India's middle class and questioned whether taxpayers receive public services matching the taxes they pay, ... Read More