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Railways collects Rs 1,781 crore in FY25 ticket fines

Indian Railways collected Rs 1,781 crore in fines from ticketless and irregular travellers in FY25. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw cites demand-supply gap, details penalties and tech upgrades to curb the issue.

Wakefit gets ₹186 cr pre-IPO investment from funds

Wakefit Innovations secures ₹186 crore from Steadview, WhiteOak, and others in a secondary deal before its ₹1,289 crore IPO opens. The home furnishings giant also raised ₹580 crore from anchor investors. Details inside.

87% of Indian Railways tickets booked online

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reveals over 87% of reserved train tickets are now booked online via IRCTC. Learn about the tech upgrades ensuring secure and efficient booking.

BoB Study: Just 25% of IPO Funds Go to Capex

A Bank of Baroda report reveals only 26% of fresh IPO equity is for capital expenditure, with most funds used for debt repayment and other purposes. Discover the key trends shaping India's booming IPO market.

Varanasi Junction Escalator Failure Sparks Outrage

A non-functional escalator at Varanasi Junction left a differently-abled passenger struggling, raising serious questions about railway infrastructure accessibility. Read more about this concerning incident.

India's Fiscal Deficit at 52.6% of FY26 Target

India's fiscal deficit reaches ₹8.25 trillion during April-October, 52.6% of FY26 target. Higher capex and lower tax revenue drive increase. Experts analyze challenges ahead.

Military Spending Hits Record $2.7 Trillion in 2024

Global military expenditure reached a record $2.7 trillion in 2024, rising 9.4% from 2023. Explore how Eisenhower's Military-Industrial Complex concept explains this surge and its implications for global security.

Wakefit's Pre-IPO Round Draws Major Investors

Wakefit Innovations secures ₹210-220 crore from top investors including Steadview Capital and WhiteOak Capital ahead of its ₹1,400 crore IPO scheduled for next month. Read more about this major development in India's startup ecosystem.

No Official Halal Food in Trains: Railways

Indian Railways confirms no official provision for Halal-certified food in trains, following FSSAI guidelines. Get the latest updates on NHRC notice response.

Leg Swinging Burns 16% More Energy: Study

Discover why your leg swinging habit burns 16.3% more calories and what it reveals about your mental state. Learn when to pay attention to this common behavior.

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