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Новости за 29.07.2026

BBC News (UK) 

Pretorius drives Spirit to win over MI London

Lhuan-dre Pretorius recovers from a heavy collision in the field to hit 64 as London Spirit beat MI London by seven wickets for their first win in this season's Hundred.

BBC News (UK) 

Wiffen rallies for silver as McCartney claims bronze

Northern Ireland's Daniel Wiffen claims a silver medal in the men's 1500m freestyle final at the Commonwealth Games, after Ellie McCartney takes women's 200m breaststroke bronze in Glasgow.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

GAIL, RCF ink pact for gas-based fertiliser plant in Vidarbha

GAIL and Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers have signed an agreement for a joint venture. This collaboration aims to establish a new gas-based fertiliser plant in Maharashtra. The proposed urea plant will have a significant production capacity of 1.27 million tonnes annually. It will be strategically located near GAIL's existing natural gas pipeline. This project will help meet India's growing fertiliser demand and boost regional industrial development.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Boeing test found no abnormality in 787 Dreamliner fuel switch, govt says

Boeing's examination found no fault with the 787 Dreamliner fuel control switch. Air India pilots had reported a potential issue after a recent flight. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation directed testing of the mechanism at Boeing's facility. While no abnormality was observed, further inspection of the thrust control module is ongoing. The government stated that incorrect handling by pilots caused the switch to move previously.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

ProTec gets insurance licence; Irdai revamps key guidelines

ProTec General Insurance will be allowed to undertake general insurance business under the applicable regulatory framework. The four registrations granted so far in calendar 2026 include two general insurers, one health insurer and one reinsurer, Irdai said.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Students can change govt, says CJP's Dipke; seeks end to 'harassment' of protesters

Abhijeet Dipke warns the government against harassing students protesting the NEET exam leak. He states that students could change the government if harassment continues. Dipke mentioned police are visiting students' homes and threatening them with arrest. He emphasized that students are the nation's future and not terrorists. The CJP founder urged the government not to underestimate student anger and demands.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Axis, Kotak Mahindra raise charges for overseas card transactions

Axis Bank will increase the DCC fee on its credit cards to 3.5% from 1.5%, effective August 28, 2026, according to the bank's revised terms and conditions. Kotak Mahindra Bank will raise the fee on debit-card transactions to 3.5% plus goods and services tax (GST), from 1% plus GST, effective August 1.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

FSSAI's 'energy drink' crackdown sends distributors into panic mode

Distributors are refusing to pick up existing energy drink stocks nationwide. This action has led to shortages of popular brands on retail shelves. The food regulator has alleged labeling violations and does not recognize the category. Companies have requested an extension, but the regulator has refused their plea.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

No bullets fired on protesters, so where's the question of Amit Shah's order: Minister Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh stated no bullets were fired during student protests. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju demanded Rahul Gandhi apologize for his allegations. The Lok Sabha approved amendments to the anti-paper leak law. Singh defended the legislation as a government learning from experiences. Fifty-two FIRs were registered since the original law's enactment.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Reckitt's India business grows in high single-digit

Reckitt reported high single-digit growth for its India business during the April-June quarter. Germ protection, intimate wellness, and household care categories led this strong performance. Emerging markets, including India, fueled the company's second-quarter sales significantly. Global chief Kris Licht noted India's consistent growth across all product categories.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Hershey to focus on top six cities, exit general trade in non metros

Hershey India is pivoting away from general trade in non-metro areas, focusing its efforts instead on the premium urban markets of six major cities. This strategic realignment emphasizes investment in modern trade and digital channels to enhance financial performance. The company's goal is to leverage India's largest urban centers and digital landscape for optimal growth and profitability.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

FCNR(B) surge: Inflows through special window to ease banks’ liquidity pressure

In the first quarter of FY27, revised liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) norms came into effect, reducing the assumed run-off rate on deposits from non-financial entities such as trusts, limited liability partnerships (LLPs), and partnerships to 40% from 100% earlier. The change lowered projected 30-day cash outflows for banks, providing flexibility to the LCR mandate.