India and China have initiated a series of people-centric measures to stabilize and rebuild their bilateral relationship, following an agreement made last October to ease tensions along their shared border. These developments come after Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s two-day visit to Beijing, which concluded on Monday. Among the key initiatives is the resumption of…
Mumbai: In a significant move to combat worsening air quality, the Maharashtra government has constituted a committee of experts to examine the possibility of banning fossil fuel-powered vehicles in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). This proposal, if implemented, would restrict the use of petrol and diesel vehicles, allowing only CNG and electric vehicles to operate…
In a significant development for the UK defense sector, Rolls-Royce has been awarded an $11 billion contract spanning eight years to design, manufacture, and maintain submarines for the Royal Navy. This ambitious agreement underscores the British government’s commitment to bolstering its naval capabilities and strengthening national security. The agreement, known as the Unity contract, was…
Prayagraj, January 28: In a significant move to ensure the smooth functioning of the Maha Kumbh Mela, the Uttar Pradesh government has declared the entire event area in Prayagraj a no-vehicle zone from January 27 to January 30, coinciding with the Mauni Amavasya festivities. To accommodate the anticipated influx of devotees, the Indian Railways has…
Google is setting a remarkable milestone in its global operations by building its largest office outside the United States in Hyderabad, India. This ambitious project, currently under construction, is slated for completion by 2026. The state-of-the-art campus will accommodate over 15,000 employees, cementing Hyderabad’s reputation as a growing hub for technology and innovation. Hyderabad: A…
In a landmark development, Uttarakhand has etched its name in history by becoming the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the UCC portal and issued an official notification, marking the adoption of this groundbreaking legislation. Speaking at the launch, Chief Minister Dhami described the…
In early trade today, the Indian rupee weakened by 22 paise, settling at 86.44 against the US dollar, amid persistent global economic uncertainties and a strong demand for the greenback. Market analysts attributed the dip in the rupee to heightened volatility in global markets, triggered by geopolitical tensions and hawkish signals from the US Federal…
OpenAI, the renowned developer of artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, is reportedly gearing up for a legal confrontation with digital news companies owned by Indian business tycoons Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani. The issue revolves around the alleged use of copyrighted content from these news platforms in AI training models, sparking a debate on intellectual…
Mumbai, January 27, 2025 — In a move that has drawn mixed reactions from Mumbai’s residents, the state government has announced a fare hike for public transport services, including local trains, buses, and the metro. The new fares, which are set to come into effect next month, aim to address rising operational costs and improve…
The Kumbh Mela is one of the world’s most spectacular gatherings, drawing millions of pilgrims, ascetics, and curious travelers from across the globe. It’s an awe-inspiring confluence of devotion, culture, and spirituality. But how did this grand celebration come to be? Let’s unravel the layers of myth, history, and tradition that form the essence of…