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Chennai Police in Tiruvallur have registered a sexual harassment case against TVK candidate Prakash alias Kutty from Poonamallee. The complaint was filed by a woman party worker, who alleged that the incident took place at a wedding reception six months ago. She claimed she ha
Mumbai Senior IAS officer Ashwini Bhide has been appointed as the new Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), becoming the first woman to hold the post. A 1995-batch officer, she is known for her firm and result-oriented work style. Bhide earlier served i
Slug : Thar Coal Gap KARACHI In 2019, top leaders in Sindh promised that every rupee earned from the massive Thar Coal project would go back into developing the Tharparkar district. Fast forward to 2026, and those bold words have yet to turn into reality for the local pe
NEW DELHI India is waving goodbye to its 65-year-old tax law. Starting April 1, 2026, the new Income Tax Act will take over, promising a system that is much easier for the common person to understand. The goal is to cut through the confusion and make filing taxes a smoother ex
DUBAI In a bold move to shield its economy from regional tensions, Dubai has unveiled a massive relief package to support local businesses and workers. Starting April 1, 2026, the government will roll out a Dh1 billion incentive plan designed to lower costs and keep the cit
New Delhi A new report by the Social Policy and Development Centre reveals that poverty in Pakistan has reached 43.5 percent, much higher than official estimates of 28.9 percent by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics. The study shows urban areas are hit harder, with poverty r
NEW DELHI The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has offered Pakistan a small amount of breathing room regarding fuel prices, but experts warn the situation is a dangerous "stress test." According to a new report, the IMF is allowing the Pakistani government to briefly shield i
NEW DELHI India’s villages are stepping into a high-tech future as the government’s digital platforms reach massive new milestones. Yesterday the officials announced that Gram Panchayats have now routed over ₹3 lakh crore in payments through the eGramSwaraj portal, marking a h
New Delhi: A new report highlights that artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data skills will be the most important abilities in India over the next three to five years. The study by NIIT Limited and YouGov shows strong demand across students, employees, and employers.
NEW DELHI Tech giant Google opened doors for its 2026 "Startups Accelerator" in India. This three-month program is designed specifically to help homegrown artificial intelligence companies grow. The best part for young businesses? Google provides this high-level support withou
NEW DELHI India is taking a massive leap toward a high-tech future by launching new programs to boost Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital content. The government’s latest plan focuses on training a workforce that is ready for the "AI era" while making it easier for every
SEOUL South Korea’s currency, the won, plummeted to a 17-year low yesterday as fears of a widening war in the Middle East rattled global markets. The currency dropped sharply to 1,530.1 won against the US dollar, marking its weakest level since the global financial crisis of 2
Intro: India’s rural housing scheme has completed 2.99 crore homes, utilizing AI and face-scanning technology to ensure transparency and efficiency. NEW DELHI The dream of owning a sturdy house has become a reality for nearly three crore rural families across India. The
Blurb: India's gold loan market is booming, now representing 36% of retail credit volume as rising prices help families unlock wealth for mainstream financial needs. New Delhi Families across India are increasingly turning to their jewelry boxes to fund their dreams. A new
Intro: India's mobile data consumption hit 31 GB monthly, driven by 5G expansion and a surge in high-quality video streaming. NEW DELHI India is officially more connected than ever. A new report released on Monday shows that the average person in India now uses over 31 GB o
Singapore Ride-hailing company Grab will increase its fuel surcharge to SGD 0.90 per trip from April 7 to May 31, citing rising global fuel prices. The move comes as oil costs remain unstable due to ongoing geopolitical tensions, impacting transport services across the region.
New Delhi The Ministry of Defence has signed a Rs 1,950 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited to supply two advanced mountain radars for the Indian Air Force. The deal supports the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, focusing on local design and product
Sanand Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said four semiconductor plants will be ready in India by 2026, marking rapid progress in the sector. Speaking after a new facility inauguration in Gujarat, he added two more plants are expected in 2027, while the first fabrication unit wi
