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BJP Defends UPI Charges Amid Congress Criticism

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari counters Congresss claims about UPI charges, asserting no extra fees for customers. BJP Defends UPI Charges Ami

Relief of residents as removal of chemical-laced soil begins in village in Keralam

The hazardous chemical waste from the now-defunct Binani Zinc Limited in Ernakulam district was illegally transported and dumped across private l

Xi Jinpings Article on Strengthening Fundamental Research to Be Published in Qiushi Journal

Xi Jinpings upcoming article emphasizes the importance of fundamental research for Chinas technological advancement, set to appear in Qiushi Jour

'Your wealth increased 4000%': Kash Patel vs Welch over Trump, Italy trip at fiery Senate hearings

Narrower margin for error in Census second phase, training vital, Registrar General says

In a letter sent to all States, Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India Mritunjay Kumar Narayan asks for the integration of gender sen

Sanju Samson's hammering knock seals series for India after another lacklustre show from Afghanistan

India thrashed Afghanistan by seven wickets in the second T20I of the three-match series at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. After a flawle

Fishermen urge Tamil Nadu government to drop the plan to build the Secretariat at Foreshore Estate

In 2011, Ashton Kutcher invested $500,000 in Uber; 5 years later, his stake was worth more than $60 million as the ride-hailing company expanded

In 2011, Ashton Kutcher invested $500,000 in Uber when the ride-hailing startup was still finding its footing. Five years later, his stake was re

Delhi Increases Monthly Incentive for ASHA Workers to

Delhis Chief Minister has doubled the monthly incentive for ASHA workers to 6,000, recognizing their vital role in healthcare. Delhi Increases Mo

Housing as infra, not an afterthought

Regulation is one instrument for meeting Delhi's housing demand and public provision is another, and the capital has relied heavily on the first

Pouring white vinegar into your toilet once a week can tackle this common bathroom problem

When it comes to maintaining a sparkling toilet, white vinegar proves to be a trusty companion. Its acetic acid works wonders in dislodging miner

Unscheduled power outages trouble electricity consumers

Indian government allocates record sugar sales quota for September to rein in retail prices

The quota announcement comes ahead of Dussehra even as retail prices drop below 60 a kg

ENG vs SL 1st T20 live streaming: Where to watch today's cricket match?

England vs Sri Lanka 1st T20I begins at 11 pm IST on Tuesday, with the toss at 10:30 pm IST. Fans in India can watch on Sony Ten 5 or stream the

Telangana Liberation Day will be celebrated as State function once BJP comes to power: Bandi Sanjay

China imposes travel curbs to protect national security

Citizens who violate technology import and export regulations could be banned from leaving China, the State Council said.

India ramps up preparedness for European Union's carbon tax; verifiers begin EU registry access

India is taking proactive steps by establishing a committee dedicated to assisting exporters in fulfilling the EU carbon tax requirements. This m

Wang Yi Engages in Phone Talks with Foreign Ministers of France and Latvia

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discusses bilateral relations with France and Latvias foreign ministers in recent phone calls. Wang Yi Engages i

Wild elephant treated for injury from iron wire entangled around its limb dies

Livestock feed makers see rising competition for maize from ethanol producers

Want Goverment to secure supplies for feed sector as maize is single source of feedstock, says CLFMA Chairman Divya Kumar Gulati

Key changes in CPI(M) in Keralam: P. Jayarajan, M.B. Rajesh and V. Sivankutty included in State secretariat

The changes are part of the corrective steps intended by the extended State committee meeting held under the monitoring of the central leadership

HC directs police to issue notices to accused in case of purification at Erravalli

'COVID Vaccine was not a vaccine, it was': Sen Johnson exposes vax side effects at Allison Inquiry

Beyond the tracks

Freight corridors' efficiency gains must be maximised

V-P Radhakrishnan releases Tamilisai Soundararajan's book on RSS

Digital Desk | Hyderabad, Sep 15 (IANS) Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Tuesday released the book A Century of Service The RSS in 100 Acts

Time to get back to work: Frail-looking Sen. Mitch McConnell returns to Senate after 3 months

Political Turmoil Erupts in Karnataka Following ED Raids at Ministers Home

Karnatakas political landscape is shaken as ED raids Minister Satish Jarkiholis home, igniting a war of words between party leaders. Political Tu

UPI MDR charges from October 15: Who will pay on transactions above 2,000?

UPI payments above 2,000 to certain merchants will attract a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.4% from October 15. But will customers have to pay

Hyderabad rowdy sheeter held for putting knife on man

Hyderabad: Police on Tuesday arrested a 25-year-old rowdy sheeter in Hyderabad for allegedly threatening a family with a knife and demanding Rs 2

RBI files caveat after rejecting Tata Sons bid to avoid listing, source says

The move follows the RBIs rejection of Tata Sons application to deregister as a non-banking financial company, a decision that pushes the holding

Faster, heavier, double-stacked: How two DFCs are transforming rail freight

The Eastern and Western DFCs now carry around 14 per cent of rail freight despite forming just 4 per cent of the network, cutting transit times a

UPI ecosystem needs viable economic foundation to support continued innovation: Industry

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) Industry experts on Tuesday said the UPI ecosystem needs a viable economic foundation to support continue

Gates Foundation warns AI could widen inequality as foundation pledges $1B to expand access

AI will either be the greatest equalizer or the worst source of injustice wrote Bill Gates in a social media post

Assam plans Rs 50,000 cr investment to achieve Viksit Assam 2047

Assam's Chief Minister concluded a conference focused on administrative reforms and development. Discussions covered student dropout rates and he

Next phase for UPI

Modest charges will enable healthy growth

India, South Africa highlight close and longstanding parliamentary ties

Digital Desk | Cape Town, Sep 15 (IANS) Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh met South African Parliament's Chairperson of the Nat

Amazon Now crosses $1 billion annualised sales in India in 3 months

The rapid expansion comes as e-commerce companies step up investments in quick commerce and fulfilment infrastructure to capture a larger share o

Smaller textile mills in Tamil Nadu demand raw material security

Campbell Wilson bids farewell to Air India: A privilege to be part of its history

Campbell Wilson bids farewell to Air India: A privilege to be part of its history

Indias exports to US, China surge in August amid stronger global trade

India's merchandise exports to the US and China saw significant growth in August. Shipments to the US increased by over twenty-one percent while

Shaping the multipolar era: Foreign Minister Jaishankar outlines 6 diplomatic pillars for Indias global rise

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar identified six pivotal issues for India's diplomacy. India's growing global influence and responsibilitie

CPI-M wears a smile, but ED cloud hangs over Vijayan camp

Digital Desk | Kozhikode, Sep 15 (IANS) The CPI-M leadership has put up a smiling face as its extended three-day Kerala state committee meeting e

CAB election forgery case: FIR against two over alleged courier manipulation

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 15 (IANS) The Kolkata Police have registered an FIR against two employees of courier company DTDC in connection with

Union Minister of Law and Justice Meghwal to visit NLSIU on Wednesday

New Investment Opportunities Arise from China

The recent China International Service Trade Fair showcased innovation and opened new avenues for foreign investment, attracting major global com

Migrants on the margins

From climate change to survival and resilience, a story of a family in Kolkata weaves together many aspects of migration

Odisha to get 3,406 crore semiconductor facility for SiC devices

The proposed facility will expand advanced semiconductor manufacturing capacity while strengthening the States emerging technology-driven industr

Laura Wolvaardt equals Smriti Mandhanas record for most international hundreds

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 15 (IANS) South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt has put herself alongside Smriti Mandhana at the summit of the cent

Trump's man at the UN: Senate leader's son-in-law tapped to lead World Food Programme amid deepening global hunger crisis

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has accepted Luke Lindberg as the nominee for World Food Programme leadership. Lindberg, a seni

R. Ramachandra Rao: The Umpire Behind Sunil Gavaskar

Renowned umpire R. Ramachandra Rao officiated during Sunil Gavaskars milestone match, leaving a lasting impact on cricket history. R. Ramachandra

Two 'ragpickers' arrested for stealing expensive cameras from Kolkata studio

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 15 (IANS) Two persons were arrested in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district for stealing expensive DSLR cameras a

MDR on UPI: What consumers and merchants need to know?

The proposed MDR (merchant discount rate) regime for UPI transactions aims to make the UPI ecosystem, a self-sustaining platform, while ensuring

K.J. George invites UAE-based Karnataka native entrepreneurs to invest in Karnataka tourism

Madhya Pradesh: Rahul, RSS Chief Eye MP Youth; BJPs Naveen To Launch Seva Sankalp

The programme is now rescheduled to September 19 at Regional Park in the city: Reports

KWA to re-tender 5 MLD STP as no bidder qualifies; Work begins on 27-km sewage pipeline in Kochi

The sewerage treatment project includes three components an STP and two sewage pipeline networks of 27 km and 17 km

Watch: Gaza war crimes probe: UN demands full access as bodies found

Hundreds of bodies are being recovered from the rubble in Gaza, sparking urgent calls from the United Nations. UN rights chief Volker Turk is dem

Allies should oppose UCC if they disagree with BJP ideology: Owaisi

Bhopal: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi on Tuesday, September 15, said if the NDA constituent parties s

Tirumala Brahmotsavams Begin With Dhwajarohanam

Garuda flag hoisted amid Vedic chants; Pedda Sesha Vahana Seva held

Prince Rahim Aga Khan Meets Telangana CM Revanth During First Official India Visit

During the Telangana leg of the visit, he also met with the Honourable Governor of Telangana, Shiv Pratap Shukla, on 14 September, who called for

Yogi Cabinet's big push: 23 proposals cleared across infrastructure, jobs, education and welfare

Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) The Cabinet meeting chaired by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his official residence on Tu

Rinku Singh, Priya Saroj to get married on December 4, wedding set to be held in Lucknow; Check details

In a major development, star India batter Rinku Singh is all set to get married to Samajwadi Party MP Priya Saroj. The two are set to get married

Pourakarmikas seek better safety, healthcare and welfare benefits

Indias exports surge to key markets: US shipments rise 21.83%, China 52.35% & Singapore 161% in August; check the latest trade data

Trade data: August saw a notable rise in Indias merchandise exports to both the US and China, with shipments recording strong year-on-year growth

Two Kuki women killed in Manipur

Attack by armed assailants less than 48 hours after two separate strikes killing four people, including a couple, on Sunday; in protest, Kuki-Zo

Quote of the Day by Shakira: I just want to grow old with a man who Timeless life lessons from an inspiring quote on relationships, family, companionship, right partner and why love is a two-way street

Quote of the Day by Shakira: Shakiras quote, I just want to grow old with a man who takes care of me, and I want to eventually have kids and want

AIUDF fields Badruddin Ajmal from Nagaon Lok Sabha seat

State Congress president Gaurav Gogoi says the BJP panicked and sought Ajmals help

Sex Racket Busted Near Anugola Old Bus Stand; Kingpin

Anugola Special Squad police busted a major sex racket operating out of a residence in Amalapada. Three men, including the kingpin, were arrested

Quote of the day by Glenn Close: 'I never wanted to be a man. I feel sorry for them.' Life lessons from motivational quote on self-acceptance, comfort, empathy, total contentment, true confidence, expectations and compassion

Quote of the day by Glenn Close reflects self-acceptance, confidence, empathy and the pressure created by traditional gender roles. The actress s

Telangana: Case Registered Against Tenant Farmer After Lorry Cleaner Dies From Electric Fence

The deceased was identified as Rupesh Kumar, 21, of Bihar: Reports

After Gurugram, hit-and-run in Noida; man sent flying by speeding car in Noida Extension | VIDEO

A day after hit-and-run case reported from Gurugram, another such incident came to light from Greater Noida. The incident which was now surfaced

Teenage girl busy on phone gets hit by giant truck in US, what happened next was a miracle

A teenage girl appeared to walk away unharmed after being pushed beneath a Mack truck in Northeast Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US in a frightenin

Kerala Man Arrested for Fraudulently Promising Foreign Visas

A man in Kerala was arrested for defrauding victims by promising visas to Canada and Australia. He faces multiple charges across the state. Keral

Mack's unbeaten 83 seals Australia A series win against India A

Niki Prasad's unbeaten 54 and two wickets went in vain for India A

Kerala Man Arrested for Fraudulent Visa Promises

A man in Kerala has been arrested for defrauding several individuals by falsely promising visas for Canada and Australia. Kerala Man Arrested for

High food inflation seen in August unlikely to persist: CEA Nageswaran

CEA V Anantha Nageswaran said India's economic momentum remained intact despite global risks and expressed confidence in meeting the FY27 fiscal

Turmoil in Coforge

The share price has continued to decline, closing with 3.97% decline at 1,774 on Tuesday, extending losses into a second week after the stock plu

Sir Elton John pays tribute to late designer Bob Mackie: His costumes were works of art

Digital Desk | Los Angeles, Sep 15 (IANS) Music legend Sir Elton John has paid an ode to the costume designer Bob Mackie after his demise. The si

Penguin Random House India to publish The Ideas That Shaped India and Its Economy

An ambitious intellectual history of nearly 150 years of Indian economic thought, tracing the debates, thinkers and ideas that shaped modern Indi

Madras Sanskrit College and Articul8 AI launch model to make Sanskrit searchable, verifiable and traceable to source

AI tool should not just be to restore Sanskrit to its old glory, but to anchor its knowledge and influence for future generation according to FM

Datanomics: India's growing waste footprint needs stronger civic action

According to global metrics, India's per capita waste generation was the highest among the top 10 economies in the world in 2024

Assam's Saraighat Bridge undergoes Rs 7-crore rehabilitation to strengthen safety

Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 15 (IANS) The historic Saraighat Bridge over the Brahmaputra in Guwahati has undergone a comprehensive rehabilitatio

Odisha SSRB again rejects Dara Singh's premature release plea amid SC proceedings

Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Sep 15 (IANS) The Odisha State Sentence Review Board (SSRB) has once again rejected the premature release plea of lif

Minister asks SIDCO to take up infrastructure works at Kurichi industrial estate

India's unemployment rate eases to five-month low of 5% in August

Rural unemployment fell to an eight-month low of 4.1 per cent, while the labour force participation rate rose to a six-month high of 55.6 per cen

Cabinet Reshuffle Faces Two More Deadlines; Which Of Them Will Hold?

In the finance slot, a civil servant or technocrat may be inducted. The move will introduce a non-political face as the head of a crucial ministr

Maharashtra Deputy CM Urges Maratha Activist to Reconsider Mumbai March Amid Ganesh Festival Concerns

Deputy CM Eknath Shinde requests Maratha activist Manoj Jarange to postpone planned march in Mumbai during Ganesh Festival. Maharashtra Deputy CM

Goyal-Greer meeting likely on G20 sidelines in Milwaukee

India expects the bilateral trade agreement and other pending issues to figure in talks

Insolvency appeals are time-bound, no leeway beyond 45 days: NCLAT

The NCLAT stressed insolvency proceedings are time-bound and appeals must be filed promptly. An appeal against a revival order was rejected for e

Indias exports to US rise 21.83%, China shipments jump 52.35% in August

The latest trade data showed strong growth across key markets, even as Indias shipments to some major destinations declined during August.

Raj civic polls: Re-Polling ordered at 10 polling stations in Jaipur, Kota and Suket

Digital Desk | Jaipur, Sep 15 (IANS) The Rajasthan State Election Commission on Tuesday ordered re-polling at 10 polling stations across Jaipur,