AI-powered crypto surveillance boosts demand for compliance tools, highlighting security agents and contract auditors for market protection.
Real time AI surveillance of crypto markets is driving regulatory demand for compliance and security infrastructure; DeepSnitch AI, in presale, claims operational agents-contract auditing, wallet monitoring, regulatory feeds and an AI compliance advisor-intended to detect scams, manipulation and compliance risks. The article positions The Graph and Internet Computer as secondary beneficiaries of increased regulatory scrutiny due to their data indexing and decentralized hosting roles, and it promotes presale pricing, bonus allocations and speculative return scenarios while including trading risk disclaimers.

BMW Ventures reports deleveraging-driven profit rise and declares interim dividend, revises FY26 bottom-line guidance upward.
BMW Ventures reported material profit improvement driven by reduced finance costs after using IPO proceeds to repay debt, declared an interim dividend of Rs. 1.50 per share, and raised FY26 bottom line growth guidance to 30-35% on expectations of continued growth in higher margin fabricated steel products, stronger margins from operational resilience, and disciplined working capital management.

House decorum: Debate is vital, but members must maintain dignity and follow legislative rules and procedures.
Maintaining the decorum of the House is essential: members must express views with dignity, know and follow legislative procedures, and avoid sloganeering, disruptions and entering the Well. The National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) promotes paperless legislative processes by providing a cloud-based workflow with rules, notices, bills, questions and committee reports to aid members in conducting business transparently and efficiently.

SBI posts record standalone profit, driven by loan growth, higher net interest income and a special dividend.
State Bank of India reported a record standalone Q3 profit of Rs 21,028 crore driven by 15.14% loan growth and higher Net Interest Income, aided by a Rs 2,200 crore special dividend from SBI Mutual Fund; deposits rose 9.02%, gross Non Performing Assets ratio improved to 1.57%, overall provisions increased, and Capital Adequacy was 14.04% with a 10.99% core buffer.

Graduate-led tour service helps jobseekers earn a London Living Wage through flexible, part-time guided tours.
A graduate established a social-enterprise tour service to provide flexible part-time work for recent graduates, especially those on the Graduate Route visa, enabling them to earn the London Living Wage. The model offers bespoke, low-cost itineraries following a free online consultation, accommodates health and access needs, and requires payment at the meeting point. It aims to avoid exploitative zero-hour roles by delivering predictable earnings, potential tips, and mental-health support while allowing guides time to pursue formal job applications.

Kameleo expands international presence with fast in store customised waterproof footwear and a scalable retail model aiming global growth.
Kameleo offers a rapid in store personalisation service assembling customised flip flops in under two minutes from modular style and colour options, combining comfort, waterproof durability, skin friendly materials, and accessible pricing. With a scalable retail model and 20 stores in South India, the brand plans international launches in several countries and aims to reach over 50 stores worldwide by the end of 2026, leveraging a founding team with combined business, design, and operational expertise to replicate product market fit.

Mumbai mayoral election: BJP nominates Ritu Tawde; ally Shiv Sena names deputy with 15-month share.
Ritu Tawde filed nomination as the BJP's mayoral candidate in Mumbai while the Mahayuti alliance named a Shiv Sena corporator as deputy mayor with a 15-month term; nominations were submitted amid party leaders' presence ahead of the election, and the alliance controls 118 of 227 BMC seats, positioning it above the majority threshold.

SBI Q3 net profit rises 13% to Rs 21,317 crore; capital adequacy and asset quality improved.
State Bank of India reported consolidated net profit of Rs 21,317 crore for Q3 FY26 (up 13.06% yoy) and standalone net profit of Rs 21,028 crore (up 24.48% yoy); standalone total income rose to Rs 1,40,915 crore and expenses to Rs 1,08,052 crore. Gross NPA ratio improved to 1.57% from 1.73% sequentially, provisions increased to Rs 4,507 crore year-on-year, and overall capital adequacy stood at 14.04% with a core buffer of 10.99% as of December 31, 2025.

Divine Drop Festival blends traditional devotional rites with contemporary performances to broaden audience appeal.
The Divine Drop Festival integrated traditional devotional rites-Ganesh Vandana, Hanuman Chalisa, Shiv Tandav and Ganga Aarti-with contemporary performance elements (dance, live band, poetry) to shift devotional gatherings from bhajan-only formats to hybrid spiritual-cultural experiences designed to engage multiple generations.

Maiden Rajya Sabha speech by C Sadanandan Master praised for moral strength, patriotic tone, and focus on Kerala development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended BJP-nominated Rajya Sabha MP C Sadanandan Master for his maiden Upper House speech, praising its moral strength, conviction and calm presentation; noted Sadanandan's display of his artificial limbs and the allegation of a decades-old politically motivated attack; observed the MP's patriotism and focus on Kerala's development and the anticipated benefits to the state from recently presented Budget measures.

India US interim trade framework will reduce compliance burdens and streamline exports for Indian businesses, boosting competitiveness.
The India US interim trade framework is described as a regulatory arrangement to reduce compliance burdens and streamline export procedures by eliminating repetitive testing and aligning standards, thereby lowering transaction costs and facilitating deeper integration of Indian digital products and technology components into global value chains.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar says elevation timing uncertain and all must abide by party high command.
Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar stated that the timing of any elevation to chief ministership depends on the Congress high command, that everyone must abide by the party's decision, and he would not predict a post budget change.

Assembly proposal condemns MLA remarks on madrasa funding; remarks expunged and opposition staged brief walkout.
Speaker allowed a government member to move a resolution condemning an opposition MLA's remarks alleging madrasa funding supports "anti-social elements" in a minority community; the Speaker said such communal comments would not be permitted, the matter is under consideration, and the contested portions of the MLA's speech were expunged from House records, prompting a brief opposition walkout and competing claims about the propriety and motive for the action.

Vinay Kumar Dubey honoured for legal excellence, NPA resolution work and extensive social-service initiatives supporting vulnerable communities.
Vinay Kumar Dubey, Chairman of VKDL NPA Advisory Council and member of the Hindi Advisory Committee, was honoured for professional contributions, expertise in NPA resolution balancing bank, industry and public interests, and longstanding legal assistance to economically weaker sections.

International oil smuggling disrupted by mid sea transfers; vessels seized and to be handed to customs for investigation.
An international oil smuggling syndicate using coordinated mid sea transfers to evade duties was intercepted when three vessels were boarded about 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai. Digital surveillance and vessel movement pattern analysis within the Exclusive Economic Zone identified suspects; onboard electronic data, document checks, and crew interrogation corroborated the scheme. The vessels, suspected of frequent identity changes and foreign ownership, will be escorted to Mumbai and handed to Customs and law enforcement for further investigation and action.

Satish Gupta's Gujarat debut exhibition spotlights Ahmedabad's emergence within India's growing contemporary art market.
Satish Gupta's Gujarat debut solo exhibition 'Haiku of a Still Mind' at Bespoke Art Gallery in Ahmedabad is presented as the state's first museum-quality solo show of his spiritually rooted work, curated by Devin Gawarwala, featuring paintings and metal sculptures priced between Rs. 5 lakh and Rs. 5 crore and positioned as a milestone within a national market projected to reach Rs. 5,000 crore by 2030 amid rising domestic collectors, HNW participation, and institutional buying.

Voter deletions in India via roll-revision risk excluding marginalised citizens absent transparency and safeguards.
The article argues that the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision can operate as a mechanism for widespread voter deletions-through classifications like deaths, migration or "logical discrepancy"-disproportionately affecting marginalised groups. It notes state-level resistance and court challenges reframing timing, implementation and bias as issues of transparency and accountability, and warns that without safeguards and scrutiny such exercises risk becoming tools for electoral exclusion.

Temple entry: court says ceremonial guest entry by non-Hindus isn't a statutory violation and rules must align with the Act.
Permissive ceremonial entry by non Hindus as guests is distinct from a right of entry and cannot be treated as a violation of the parent Act; Rule 3(a)'s prohibition on non Hindu entry appears inconsistent with the Act's object, and subordinate rules that conflict with the Act should be reconsidered, amended or modified to align with legislative intent, constitutional values and social harmony after consultation with relevant stakeholders.

HCLTech named to Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies 2026 list for IT services and innovation.
HCLTech was named to Fortune's 2026 World's Most Admired Companies list in IT services based on a survey of over 3,000 executives, board members and analysts evaluating nine parameters such as quality of management, innovation, global competitiveness, talent attraction and social responsibility; the release highlights HCLTech's AI focus, global scale and consolidated revenues.

Sonata Software reports consolidated PAT growth, a one time labour code expense and a quarterly interim dividend declared.
Consolidated PAT before exceptional item rose 6.1% QoQ to INR 127.5 crore and 21.4% YoY, with consolidated revenue growth led by Domestic Products & Services and steady International IT Services. An exceptional one time employee benefit expense of INR 31.3 crore was recognised under the new Labour Codes, reducing PAT post exceptional item to INR 104.4 crore. The company declared a quarterly interim dividend of INR 1.25 per share and reported key operating metrics including EBITDA, DSO, ROCE, RONW, cash balances and segmental performance.