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IMD issues orange alert for Delhi as fog, cold wave grip North India

With December 18 recorded as the coldest day so far, winter conditions are set to intensify across north India as the IMD forecasts dense fog, cold wave conditions and snowfall in the Himalayan region

Updated On: 20 Dec 2025 | 6:52 AM IST

Bangladesh on edge after Osman Hadi's death: Here's what happened so far

Hadi, a likely candidate in the upcoming February 12 general elections next year, died while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Singapore after being shot almost a week earlier

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 9:39 PM IST

Canada deports 19,000 immigrants in 2025 amid tighter visa rules

CBSA data shows nearly 19,000 removals in 2025 as fewer people entered Canada and the population posted its steepest fall since 1946

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 7:02 PM IST

Sebi cuts mutual fund fees: How 10-15 bps can add Rs 5 lakh to wealth

A small cut in fund expenses can quietly compound into meaningful long-term gains for investors

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 6:42 PM IST

Michaela Benthaus to become first wheelchair user to fly into space

German aerospace engineer Michaela Benthaus is all set to become the first wheelchair-bound person to travel to space

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 5:19 PM IST

Asian car, battery makers revamp EV strategy amid US market changes

Asian car and battery makers are changing their EV strategies after US market shifts, Ford's moves and policy changes shake up global electric vehicle plans

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 5:12 PM IST

In rare space mishap, Musk's Starlink loses contact with satellite in orbit

SpaceX says a Starlink satellite suffered an in-orbit anomaly, lost communications and vented propellant, releasing debris as it dropped altitude; it will re-enter within weeks

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 5:07 PM IST

Denmark immigration rules change in 2026: Higher fees, tighter work permits

Denmark immigration Rule in 2026: Salary thresholds rise, medical permits freeze, and application costs go up from January 2026

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 4:46 PM IST

Can diabetes be reversed? Experts explain what really works in long term

Beyond crash diets and fads, doctors say diabetes remission is driven by realistic lifestyle changes, early action and consistency, not extreme workouts or quick fixes

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 4:34 PM IST

US visa delays persist: Tourist, business visa wait up to 10 months

Parliament data shows long queues for US tourist visas, while student visa applicants face much shorter waiting periods

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 3:30 PM IST

US citizenship at risk? Trump plans review of 200 immigrant cases monthly

Internal USCIS guidance on denaturalisation targets sparks Democratic backlash and legal concerns

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 3:28 PM IST

ByteDance signs deal to sell over 80% of TikTok's US assets to avoid ban

ByteDance has signed a binding deal to shift control of TikTok's US operations to a new joint venture, a key step to avoid a ban and end years of uncertainty over the app

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 3:01 PM IST

Why doctors say prophylaxis should be standard care in haemophilia

From delayed diagnosis to new treatment options, experts outline why preventive treatment is replacing on-demand care and how early prophylaxis protects joints

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 2:47 PM IST

ED returns ₹300 crore to clear unpaid dues of Kingfisher's employees

The development came after the Debts Recovery Tribunal (DRT) in Chennai passed an order on December 12

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 2:47 PM IST

Forest land cannot be leased for farming without Centre's approval: SC

Rejecting the High Court's direction that allowed the society to seek continuation of the lease, the Supreme Court held that no permission could be granted to perpetuate an illegality

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 2:38 PM IST

'No PUCC, No Fuel' rule: Over 3,700 vehicles challaned in Delhi in 24 hours

Delhi fined over 3,700 vehicles and turned back hundreds at border points within 24 hours as the 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule came into force to curb pollution amid severe air quality

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 2:24 PM IST

What people got wrong in filing tax returns; how they can do better in 2026

Tax experts say that omissions, data mismatches, and common assumptions were the primary causes of defective returns, penalties, and delayed refunds this year, urging timely preparation for 2026

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 2:17 PM IST

FD rates in Dec range from 5% to 8%: Check best offers across banks

Small finance banks lead returns, while PSU and private banks offer steadier FD yields across tenures

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 1:38 PM IST

EPFO insurance: Job history gap of up to 60 days won't cut Rs 50,000 cover

New rules for Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance ensure that short employment gaps and public holidays no longer disqualify subscribers from essential benefits , providing greater financial security

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 1:28 PM IST

How a Maharashtra village of 1,500 logged 27,398 births in just 3 months

Authorities in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district are probing a massive birth registration scam after a village of just 1,500 people recorded over 27,000 delayed births in three months, raising fears of

Updated On: 19 Dec 2025 | 1:22 PM IST