18 February, 2026 | 2:26 AM
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Cong dominates postponed Polls in 8 Civic Bodies amid Tensions
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Cong High Command meeting with TG Leaders
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Online voices split after SC judgment on Pratyusha Case
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Telangana charts bold growth at BioAsia 2026
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Impact of Higher Credit - Deposit Ratios
18-02-2026
Credit-Deposit (C-D) ratio denotes proportion of deposits that are lent. C-D ratio also indicates the liquidity level of a bank to honor its withdrawal obligations and to meet its other regular funds requirements. For India, ideal C-D ratio is considered at 70%.
Saudi surpasses Russia in Indian oil imports
18-02-2026
This agreement includes tariff adjustments—such as the US reducing tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from higher levels—and encourages diversification away from certain suppliers, alongside commitments to increase purchases of US energy products over the coming years. These factors appear to have prompted Indian refiners to rebalance their procurement mix
How is Infosys positioning itself in India’s AI growth story?
17-02-2026
At the ongoing India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, Infosys showcased its innovative advancements in artificial intelligence, emphasizing how the company is driving global change from its Indian roots. In an interview at the event, Padma Venkatesh, representing Infosys, highlighted the firm's commitment to innovation that extends "from Bharat to the world."
Jan trade deficit at three month high
18-02-2026
India's merchandise trade deficit widened to a three-month high of approximately $35 billion in January 2026, driven primarily by a dramatic surge in gold imports and stagnant exports, according to recent government data and market analysis.
Union Minister clarifies to Social Media giants
18-02-2026
Union Minister for Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized that global technology companies operating in India, including Netflix, YouTube, Meta, and X (formerly Twitter), must strictly adhere to the country's constitutional and legal framework. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi on February 17, 2026, Vaishnaw stated that this requirement is a standard global norm for multinationals and a well-established legal position.
Sensex Settles 173 Pts Higher
18-02-2026
Indian stock markets closed higher on February 17, 2026, extending gains for the second consecutive session amid selective buying in key sectors. The benchmark NSE Nifty 50 settled at 25,725.40, up 42.65 points or 0.17%, comfortably above the 25,700 mark.
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