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SBI Life expands operations in Telangana

24-02-2026

Hyderabad , February 2026: SBI Life Insurance, one of India's most trusted private sector life insurance giants, has further strengthened its operations in Telangana by opening three new branches in Bhupalpally, Khammam and Nagarkurnool districts. The expansion is a testament to the company's commitment to making insurance accessible to all, as well as providing financial solutions tailored to the needs of individuals and families across the state.

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SMFG India Credit Champions “Sarvottam Seva”

24-02-2026

Hyderabad: SMFG India Credit, one of India’s leading NBFCs, successfully concluded the 8th edition of Pashu Vikas Day (PVD), its flagship livestock welfare and rural livelihood initiative. Anchored around the theme ‘Sarvottam Seva: Pashu, Parivar aur Pragati’, the initiative reinforced the organisation’s commitment to holistic rural development by strengthening livestock health, family wellbeing, and sustainable progress. Launched in 2014, Pashu Vikas Day addresses the critical healthcare needs of cattle owners by providing access to free veterinary services and expert guidance. Over the years, the initiative has evolved into one of the largest one-day cattle welfare programmes in the country.

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Chhattisgarh rolls out Rs 1.72 lakh crore budget

25-02-2026

The Chhattisgarh government on Tuesday presented a Rs 1.72 lakh crore budget for the financial year 2026-27, with a strong focus on inclusive growth, infrastructure expansion and investment promotion.

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‘Resilient subsea networks key to India’s AI push’

25-02-2026

Submarine cable systems must be strengthened to secure India’s fast-expanding digital and artificial intelligence ecosystem, TRAI Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti said on Tuesday, underlining the need for a multi-pronged strategy combining technology, operations and policy reforms.

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‘India tech revenue to hit $315 bn in FY26’

25-02-2026

India’s technology industry is projected to grow 6.1 per cent in FY26, taking total revenues to USD 315 billion despite geopolitical uncertainties and rapid changes driven by artificial intelligence, according to Nasscom.

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Smart meter rollout crosses 5.5 crore under RDSS

25-02-2026

Nearly 5.5 crore smart electricity metres have been installed across the country under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik said on Tuesday.

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