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BusinessDeeptech startups are advocating for reforms in government procurement rules to improve their chances of scaling up. These changes aim to enhance startup engagement in the procurement process. A white paper detailing these reforms is expected to be released this year, potentially providing clearer guidelines and better opportunities for startups to secure government contracts.
Mint Companies·3h ago
PoliticsIndia is hosting the multinational air exercise 'Tarang Shakti 2026' at Jodhpur, featuring advanced military aircraft like F-35 Lightning II, Rafale, and F-16 fighter jets. Eight countries including the US, France, Australia, UAE, Germany, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh are participating. The exercise runs until October 12, focusing on joint training, interoperability, air safety, and operational experience exchange.
News18 Hindi·56m ago·Jodhpur
SportsVirat Kohli achieved a new milestone in the first ODI against West Indies at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, by reaching 15,000 runs in One Day Internationals. He became only the second batsman in the world to reach this mark, after Sachin Tendulkar, who scored 18,426 runs in 463 matches. Kohli reached this milestone in his 315th match and 303rd innings.
Prabhat Khabar·44m ago·Thiruvananthapuram
EntertainmentTaapsee Pannu married former Danish badminton player Mathias Boe in a private ceremony in Udaipur in March 2023. She chose not to share wedding photos publicly, stating her husband did not want scrutiny and she prefers to keep personal and professional lives separate. Despite instructions, a video from the wedding was leaked, which she found embarrassing.
HT Entertainment·54m ago·Udaipur
WorldOn November 1, 2026, clocks across most of the United States will move back by one hour, marking the end of daylight saving time. This change occurs just after Halloween, giving many Americans an extra hour overnight as standard time resumes.
Mint·52m ago
SportsBabar Azam had a disappointing return to Pakistan's domestic first-class cricket after more than six years, scoring 12 and 4 in his two innings during an Abbottabad Presidents Cup match. Playing for Oil and Gas Development Company Limited against Khan Research Laboratories, he was dismissed leg before wicket by Faheem Ashraf and caught off Arshad Iqbal's bowling. His performance sparked mixed reactions on social media.
NDTV Cricket·1h ago·Abbottabad
Mint Companies·3h ago
Deeptech startups are advocating for reforms in government procurement rules to improve their chances of scaling up. These changes aim to enhance startup engagement in the procurement process. A white paper detailing these reforms is expected to be released this year, potentially providing clearer guidelines and better opportunities for startups to secure government contracts.
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