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BY KARISHMAGiving up is not in the blood, sir. It's not in the blood.Nirmal Nimsdai PurjaThe world recently lost a true hero, Nirmal Nimsdai Purja, the legendary mountaineer known worldwide from his famous story, 14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible. Nimsdai did not just climb mountains but h...

Weather Update August 12, 2026: Monsoon activity remains intense across several parts of India, with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds expected in multiple states on Wednesday, August 12. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and several other regions may experience spells...

Police Verification Guide: Hiring a cook, maid, driver, nanny or another domestic worker involves giving someone regular access to your home. Checking their identity and completing the applicable police-verification process can therefore be a useful safety measure before or soon after hiring them.Ma...

Ration Update: Ration card beneficiaries may no longer have to spend hours waiting in queues to collect their foodgrain at select locations in Chhattisgarh. The state has introduced the Annapurti Grain ATM, an automated ration-distribution system designed to make the process quicker, easier and mo...

Gold Silver Price Today: Gold and silver prices have moved sharply higher, making precious metals more expensive for both jewellery buyers and investors. According to the rates provided, 24-carat gold rose by 2,790 per 10 grams, while 22-carat gold became 2,360 costlier. Silver recorded an even st...

Petrol Diesel Price Today, August 12, 2026: Fuel prices remained largely stable across major Indian cities on Wednesday, August 12, although consumers in a few locations received marginal relief. Petrol became slightly cheaper in Mumbai, Chandigarh and Bhubaneswar, while diesel prices also declined...

UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced a major recruitment drive for 1,251 Livestock Extension Officer posts under the state's Animal Husbandry Department. Candidates who meet the prescribed educational requirements and have appear...

EV Subsidy: The central government has approved a separate subsidy of 1,000 crore for electric two-wheelers under the PM e-Drive. Let's explore how the public will benefit.The central government has given a subsidy of Rs 1000 crore on EVs.Central Government EV Subsidy: Following the Iran-US w...

Aviation News: Recently, during the monsoon session of Parliament, the government clarified whether an airport operator can operate its own airline. Let's find out what the government's response was.The government took a major decision regarding the aviation industry.Aviation News: In many foreign c...

FSSAI Pan Masala: FSSAI has banned many plastic and synthetic materials used in pan masala packaging. Let us know what impact this decision will have on companies and packaging systems.FSSAI bans plastic in pan masala packagingPan Masala Packaging News: An important update has emerged fo...

Inverter Fridge vs. Normal Fridge: If your refrigerator consumes a lot of electricity, you can switch to an inverter refrigerator. This can significantly reduce your electricity bill.normal fridgeInverter Fridge vs. Normal Fridge: With the arrival of summer , the use of electrical...

The second phase of the 8th Pay Commission has begun. The Commission held talks with employee representatives and organizations in Delhi. During this meeting, several demands and issues were raised. Salary increases, including the fitment factor, pension increases, and more leave were demanded. Now,...

There's already an ongoing uproar in the country regarding ethanol in petrol. Meanwhile, new news has emerged, suggesting that mixing ethanol in diesel has failed to meet safety standards. Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi told Parliament on Monday that mixing ethanol in di...

Petrol and diesel prices remained unchanged across major Indian cities on Saturday, August 8, 2026, giving motorists another day of stability at fuel stations. Despite movement in international crude oil prices, consumers have not seen a fresh revision in domestic retail fuel rates.Petrol continues...

LPG consumers received a stable-price update on Saturday, August 8, 2026, as domestic and commercial cooking gas cylinder rates remained unchanged across major Indian cities. The latest prices continue at their previously revised levels, providing clarity for households as well as businesses that de...

Retirement can bring a major change to your finances. Your regular salary may stop, but household expenses do not. Grocery bills, electricity payments, healthcare costs, medicines, insurance premiums and other everyday expenses are likely to continue throughout your retirement years.This makes build...

Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season is still underway for certain categories of taxpayers, even though the July 31 deadline has already passed for many individual taxpayers. While salaried individuals and several taxpayers without business income were required to complete their filing earlier, som...

Two people may earn exactly the same monthly salary, apply for the same loan amount and still receive completely different offers from a bank. One applicant might qualify for a larger loan at a competitive interest rate, while another may receive a smaller amount, face a higher rate or even have the...

T20 cricket is often described as a batter-friendly format. Short boundaries, aggressive stroke play and the constant pressure to score quickly can make life extremely challenging for bowlers. However, several outstanding bowlers have proved that taking wickets consistently is still possible even in...

The stage is being set for another major women's cricket tournament as details of the Women's Asia Cup 2026 have been announced. The tournament is scheduled to begin on August 28, with the title-deciding final set for September 13.One of the biggest attractions will be the highly anticipated India v...

Smartphones have changed dramatically over the past few years, and the way users connect their devices to mobile networks is evolving as well. For decades, inserting a physical SIM card into a phone was the standard way to activate calling, messaging and mobile data services. However, eSIM technolog...

Gold prices have moved higher once again in India, extending the recent upward trend in the precious metals market. The latest increase has attracted attention from investors as well as consumers planning to purchase jewellery, particularly as domestic and international market conditions continue to...

Petrol and diesel prices remain an important part of household budgets in India, as even a small movement in fuel rates can influence daily commuting costs and transportation expenses. Changes in fuel prices can also have a wider impact on the cost of moving goods, potentially affecting prices of es...

The monsoon continues to remain active across large parts of India, bringing widespread rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds to several regions. According to the latest weather outlook, parts of northern, western, central and eastern India could experience another spell of intense weather, with...

Salman Khan Hair Fall Treatment: Salman Khan also underwent PRP therapy. Learn how effective this treatment is for hair loss and how much it costs.Salman KhanSalman Khan PRP Therapy: Hair loss has become a common problem these days. Poor lifestyle, unbalanced diet, stress, and nutr...

Earbuds Not Working: If you also use earbuds, then sometimes they suddenly start shutting down after some time, but this does not mean that they have become damaged.How to fix earbuds at homeEarbuds Not Working: Nowadays, everyone prefers to listen to music with earbuds while working or...

Cancer Disease Treatment: NITI Aayog is creating a database of radiology and pathology images from over 20,000 cancer patients. This imaging biobank will help train AI tools.How to identify 10 cancers in one blood sample?Cancer hospitals in India witness the same scenario every day: more than 70% of...

If you have leftover bread, should it be kept in the refrigerator or at room temperature? Learn the easy way to store bread properly so it stays fresh longer and doesn't spoil quickly.Store bread properlyIt often happens at home that a whole packet of bread doesn't finish at once. Some slices remain...

ITR Case in Delhi High Court: TDS deducted but no tax liability? Learn about seeking a refund without ITR, the Delhi High Court case, the CBDT automatic TDS refund system, and the current rules.Can I get a refund without filing ITR?Income Tax Refund News: If TDS has been deducted but tax...

Refrigerator Power Consumption Tips: Do you also feel that keeping your refrigerator empty reduces your electricity bill? To make sure you're not making a mistake, learn this easy way to use your refrigerator.Does an empty fridge consume more electricity or a full one?Refrigerator Power Consum...

The Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department has invited online applications for peon and computer operator vacancies in several districts across the state. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official UP Rojgar Sangam portal before the deadline, August 7, 2026.This...

Trade Deal Update: The discussion on ethanol is also heating up amid the India-US trade deal. Consequently, many people may wonder whether India will now import ethanol from the US.Will India now import ethanol from America?Trade Deal Update: When every driver goes to a petrol pump to fi...

Gas Cylinder Hack: Never use boiling water. First, fill a jug with hot tap water. Now, slowly pour this water from top to bottom on one side of the cylinder.How to check gas in a cylinder without lifting itHow to Check LPG Gas Cylinder Level at Home: If the gas suddenly runs out while cooking in the...

The Global Positioning System (GPS) has become an essential part of everyday life, powering everything from navigation apps and ride-hailing services to banking, emergency response, and transportation networks. While many people associate GPS only with maps, the technology plays a much broader role...

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh weather advisory warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds across several parts of the country on August 7. With the southwest monsoon remaining active, many regions are already witnessing waterlog...