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Missed car loan EMI? Know when lenders can repossess your vehicle

From missed EMI to vehicle auction, understand the repossession process, borrower protections and options before losing your vehicle

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 8:36 PM IST

China's new ethnic law explained: Can Beijing target activists overseas?

China's government says 'ethnic unity' law safeguards national unity. However, critics argue it broadens the legal basis for pursuing ethnic minority activists, including some based overseas

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 7:00 PM IST

Centre hikes passport fees; 36-page passport to cost ₹2,500 from July 1

Under the revised fee structure, an ordinary fresh passport or reissue of a 36-page passport for applicants aged 18 years and above will cost ₹2,500

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 6:31 PM IST

Three Indian DFIs said to plan $1.5 billion foreign debt under RBI scheme

RBI's subsidised hedging facility for external commercial borrowings lowers currency risk costs, aiming to boost dollar inflows and strengthen support for the rupee

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 6:17 PM IST

Who inspects India's dark stores as quick commerce expands rapidly?

Dark stores are powering India's quick-commerce revolution, but experts question whether existing inspection systems, penalties and enforcement can match the sector's rapid growth

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 5:41 PM IST

Iran to accept oil payments in any currency: What it could mean for India

Iran's central bank said oil export payments are not limited to the US dollar, highlighting greater flexibility as negotiations with Washington move forward

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 4:49 PM IST

India plans to value its coal reserves in rupees: What does it mean?

MoSPI has proposed a framework to assign a monetary value to India's coal reserves. Here's what natural capital accounting means and why it differs from pricing coal

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 4:27 PM IST

74% of financial fraud cases are linked to cards, Internet:How to stay safe

From phishing calls to fake links, digital fraud risks are rising. Know safety habits that can protect your money online

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 4:23 PM IST

The night India went silent: How the Emergency unfolded on June 25, 1975

This is the story of how the state used its powers, how the Opposition regrouped, and how voters eventually answered in the 1977 general election

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 3:33 PM IST

Corporate cybercrime: Why businesses are becoming prime targets of hackers

From ransomware and boss scams to AI-powered phishing and data theft, cybercrime is becoming a boardroom concern as companies emerge as the most lucrative targets for organised attackers

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 3:15 PM IST

No vada pav on newspaper in Maharashtra: FDA cracks whip on food vendors

Following inspections across multiple outlets in the last two weeks, the FDA issued new directives asking restaurants and vendors to stop serving food in newspapers

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 2:30 PM IST

Fixed deposit rates in June-end up to 8.1%: Top picks across lenders

FD investors can earn higher guaranteed returns as small finance banks lead the rate chart, while private and public banks offer competitive options

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 1:36 PM IST

12 workers rescued from UP factory: Laws against bonded labour explained

The rescue of 12 workers from a UP factory has sent shockwaves across the country. Here's what Indian law says about forced labour, dignity, and workers' rights

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 1:31 PM IST

Digital arrest and fear scams: Why educated users fall for cyber fraud

Digital arrest scams show how cybercriminals use fear, authority and urgency to make even educated and financially aware users ignore warning signs

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 1:20 PM IST

Haj Policy 2027 explained: What changed after India scrapped Haj subsidy

The Centre has unveiled Haj Policy 2027 with AI-powered services and stricter health norms. Here's what has changed since India ended the controversial Haj airfare subsidy in 2018

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 1:05 PM IST

Mexico grants birthright citizenship as US debates changing its rule

While Trump seeks to restrict birthright citizenship in the US, Mexico continues to grant citizenship to children born on its soil

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 1:05 PM IST

World Vitiligo Day: How Michael Jackson brought global attention to vitiligo

Michael Jackson introduced millions to vitiligo, but the autoimmune disease remains widely misunderstood. On World Vitiligo Day, here's what causes it, how it affects people, and why awareness matters

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 11:16 AM IST

Delhi likely to see more rain, thunderstorms today; monsoon advances north

Conditions remain favourable for the further advance of the southwest monsoon, while heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are forecast across several parts of the country

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 11:03 AM IST

Cybercrime complaints are easy to file. But why justice takes longer

India has made cybercrime reporting easier, but victims still face delays in FIRs, fund recovery and investigations. Here's what happens after a complaint is filed

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 10:55 AM IST

Mule accounts decoded: The hidden banking layer behind cybercrime

Mule accounts have become a significant challenge for India's cybercrime enforcement agencies, as through these accounts the fraudsters move illicit funds through banks before detection

Updated On: 25 Jun 2026 | 8:00 AM IST