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Govt Proposes Stricter Rules for Schedule H, H1, X Drugs, CCTV at Medical Stores

The government has proposed amendments to the Drugs Rules, 1945 to strengthen oversight of Schedule H, H1 and X drugs, including recommending CCTV surveillance at medical stores. The move aims to prevent unauthorised access and sale of these medicines without valid prescriptions and enhance accountability across the pharmaceutical supply chain.

India to Supply Up to 654 MW Power to Flood-Hit Nepal Through Winter: Report

Global AI spending set to hit $2.7 trillion in 2026, up 49.5 pc

Delhi HC Asks Centre if Policy Planned to Address ‘Addiction-Causing’ Social Media Design

India Housing Price Index Rises 3.6% in Q1FY27 Despite Higher Inflation: Report

India’s Housing Price Index rose 3.6% year-on-year in Q1FY27, matching its growth rate a year earlier, according to a Bank of Baroda report. Chandigarh, Jaipur and Kanpur recorded the strongest annual price growth, while Tier-2 cities continued to drive housing demand amid higher construction and commodity costs.

AI, Real-Time Analytics Can Cut Customs Costs, Boost Trade Efficiency: CBIC

CBIC Chairman Vivek Chaturvedi has called for greater adoption of AI, machine learning and real-time analytics in Customs to create a near-touchless and paperless experience for businesses. He also stressed stronger support for MSMEs, deeper data integration and wider use of the Authorised Economic Operator programme to facilitate legitimate trade.

AI Hiring Must Be Fair, Transparent and Human-Centric: ACCA

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) has called for fair and transparent AI-based hiring processes as the use of artificial intelligence in recruitment grows. A survey found that 52% of respondents in India are confident in AI algorithms used for hiring, compared with 43% globally, while ACCA stressed the need for human oversight and stronger governance.

India’s Data Centre Capacity Rises to 1,789 MW in H1 2026: Report

India’s operational data centre capacity reached 1,789 MW in H1 2026 after the country’s top seven markets added 178 MW, according to a Cushman & Wakefield report. The sector is expected to add another 3,860 MW by 2030, while Mumbai leads with 890 MW of operational capacity and the largest upcoming supply pipeline.

‘Lead with humility, put country first’: Nirmala Sitharaman’s message to Gen Z, Gen Alpha

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged students in Chennai to cultivate humility, take up leadership responsibilities and put the country’s interests first as they begin their professional journeys.

New SPROUT facility to boost genomics-led crop improvement and climate-resilient agriculture

Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated the SPROUT facility at BRIC-NIPGR in New Delhi to advance genomics-led crop improvement, with a major focus on chickpea and climate-resilient agriculture.