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American skier Lindsey Vonn says she has "no regrets" after a crash in the women's downhill competition at the Winter Olympics resulted in a "complex tibia fracture".

Bag with Rs lakh gold stolen from Ministers chamber at Karnataka secretariat

India is actively seeking global partnerships to secure vital mineral supplies. Discussions are underway with Brazil, Canada, France, and the Netherlands for joint exploration, extraction, processing, and recycling of critical minerals like lithium and rare earths. This strategic move aims to reduce dependence on China and support India's energy transition goals.

Women MPs near PMs chair chaos Rijiju shares video of Feb Parliament showdown

Ceigall India has secured a significant Letter of Award for a 220 MW solar project. This project includes a battery energy storage system and is valued at Rs 1,700 crore. Awarded by Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Ltd., it will be built within 24 months. The project will boost Madhya Pradesh's renewable energy and support India's clean energy goals.

Gen Z in India prioritizes authenticity, value, and personal meaning over traditional brand prestige. They seek relatable recommendations, embrace niche brands, and value 'real' experiences. Technology like AR and AI aids their decision-making, while mental wellness and work-life balance are paramount. Brands must align with these core values to resonate.

Unsecured personal loans below Rs 1 lakh now make up over two-thirds of loans from digital lending startups, up from 55% in FY23, Experian data shows. Loans between Rs 1–5 lakh and above Rs 5 lakh have declined. Startups favour small-ticket loans for faster approvals and repeated borrowing, boosting high-velocity lending.

key PAN rule changes in draft income tax rules that may impact daily transactions

Nirmit Jesrani, who lives next to Amitabh Bachchan's Juhu bungalow Jalsa, met the Bollywood megastar. Jesrani's viral video of Bachchan's Sunday fan greeting led to a personal invitation. He shared a memorable experience, receiving photos and an autograph. Bachchan's humility touched Jesrani. This fan moment turned into a cherished memory for the neighbour.

ET Wealth Reader's Query: I have capital loss from an apartment sale in 2019-20, offset each year via equity MF gains. If I switch to the new tax regime in 2025-26, can I still carry forward and set off remaining losses against future equity MF gains?

Rajpal Yadav cheque bounce case: At a time when Rajpal Yadav is facing legal woes due to the cheque bounce case, actor Sonu Sood has come forward to help him. In a post, Sonu Sood announced that Rajpal Yadav would be a part of his movie and also asked other people of the inudstry to support him. Sood said he is giving the small signing amount not for charity but for dignity.

Long queues have been pictured this morning.

Liberal Party calls for 'urgent' exemption clause to stop teen deportations, Norrlandsströmming herring gets EU protected origin status, and other news from Sweden on Tuesday.