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The Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway, a 263-km project aimed at cutting travel time from six hours to two, will miss its June 2026 deadline and open by early 2027. Delays stem from land acquisition issues, forest clearances, financial stress on the contractor, and pending work on 28.6 km.
IBM is accelerating its presence in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, by announcing 550 new jobs just months after adding 600 positions. This rapid expansion highlights the city’s rising status as a tech hub, promising significant employment opportunities and economic growth for the region amid India’s booming IT sector.
Gold rates in Kerala are typically lower than in many other Indian states due to a combination of high supply, intense market competition, and logistical advantages. This makes it a favorable spot for gold purchases, especially given the state’s strong cultural affinity for the metal.
Tamil Nadu’s final voter list shows 5.67 crore total voters, with women at 2.89 crore surpassing men at 2.77 crore, positioning them as key to the upcoming assembly elections. Now Parties Gear Up with Big Pre-Election Promises focusing women voters.
The final electoral roll in Tamil Nadu released following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The District Election Officers (who are Collectors) released the numbers in their respective districts. There are 5,67,07,380 electors across the State, as per the final electoral roll. This includes 2,77,38,925 men, 2,89,60,838 women and 7,617 third gender voters.
India has issued a fresh advisory on February 23, 2026, asking all nationals in Iran—including students, pilgrims, businesspeople, and tourists—to depart immediately using any available transport, including commercial flights, amid rising fears of military escalation. the Indian Embassy in Tehran has reiterated safety measures, emergency contacts, and mandatory registration for citizens and PIOs.
Jefferies cuts revenue forecasts for Indian IT firms and assigns hold or underperform ratings on major players, while noting top picks may still outperform. The analysis highlights potential revenue declines in outsourcing and changing client engagement models as AI tools mature, with implications for valuations and long term growth.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Gujarat’s innovative Grain ATM system, for the Public Distribution System (PDS). This 24/7 automated setup dispenses 25 kg of grains like wheat, rice, and pulses in just 35 seconds. This will be implemented across nations in 3-4 years.
US President Donald Trump has raised temporary tariffs on nearly all imports from 10% to 15%, just a day after the Supreme Court blocked his broader tariff plan, creating new volatility fears for global markets including India. Experts say the Street is already pricing in continuity with minimal long-term impact on India, but short-term swings remain possible due to policy unpredictability, $175B
Dubai has unveiled the massive AED 100 billion ($27.2 billion) DIFC Zabeel District expansion, tripling the size of its premier financial hub to host over 42,000 companies and 125,000 professionals by 2040. Featuring the world’s largest innovation hub, first AI campus, luxury residences, and top education facilities, this project boosts jobs for Indians via strong UAE ties and positions Dubai to
