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Monkeypox: WHO reports 5,322 lab-confirmed cases in 53 countries

Of these, 85% are in Europe, followed by the African region, the Americas, the Eastern Mediterranean and the Pacific, says WHO

1 in 2 Indians facing extortion, data misuse via instant loan apps: Report

More than one in two Indian consumers who use instant loan apps are facing high interest charges, extortion and data misuse, as RBI takes a tough stand against unregistered digital loan lending apps

Amazon forced to make it easier to cancel Prime subscriptions in Europe

The European Commission has forced Amazon to simplify the process of canceling Prime membership for customers in the region.

Will try to rectify the mistakes we made at Edgbaston: Rahul Dravid

Speaking to the media after the conclusion of fifth Test which the hosts won by seven wickets to level series 2-2 -- India coach Rahul Dravid said that the team will try to rectify mistakes it made

Former Mumbai police commissioner appears before ED in NSE co-location case

In a latest development in connection with NSE co-location scam, Enforcement Directorate is recording statement of former Mumbai Police Commissioner Sanjay Pandey at its Delhi-based headquarters.

European Parliament clears two key digital laws to tame Big Tech

The two bills aim to address the societal and economic effects of the tech industry by setting clear standards for how they operate and provide services in the EU

Musk hopes Tesla won't need to enter mining business: Report

While the idea of Tesla entering the mining business is quite exciting, CEO Elon Musk said he hopes the company would prefer it if it did not have to enter the industry

Crypto friendly Singapore mulls tougher restrictions amid meltdown

The Singapore government is planning to introduce additional tough measures to safeguard consumers from crypto meltdown, including restrictions on retail trading

Kremlin denies reports of Chinese President Xi refusing to visit Russia

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has denied media reports suggesting that Chinese President Xi Jinping refused to visit Russia.

Amazon unveils 1st fleet of e-cargo bikes for sustainable deliveries in UK

With an aim to offer more sustainable deliveries, tech giant Amazon has launched its first UK micromobility hub in Central London

Apple responds after Hannah Rose May's claim of being tracked by AirTag

After Irish actor and author Hannah Rose May claimed that she was tracked by an AirTag, Apple said it is "actively collaborating with law enforcement on all AirTag-related inquiries"

Samsung likely to log $11 bn in profit on robust chip business in Q2

Samsung Electronics is expected to report more than 15 per cent rise in operating profit for the second quarter, helped by strong semiconductor business, a report showed

Google India adds 5 new languages to its training network for scribes

Tech giant Google on Tuesday expanded its News Initiative Training Network to include five new languages: Punjabi, Assamese, Gujarati, Odia and Malayalam

Cong party seeks BJP's response on terrorists' alleged links with BJP

The Congress on Tuesday came down heavily on the BJP over its alleged links with apprehended LeT terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir and killers of Kanhaiya Lal whose pictures with BJP leaders

Indian job market sees record 22% YoY growth in June, says report

Hiring activity in India has shown an upward growth trajectory with a record 22 per cent year-on-year growth in June 2022 compared to last year, according to a report on Tuesday.

Telangana continues disbursement of investment support among farmers

The government of Telangana on Tuesday started disbursing financial assistance to farmers owning over five acres of land under Rythu Bandhu.

NGT slaps fine on Ansal Properties & Infrastructure for green violations

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has imposed a cost of Rs 153.50 crore on Ansal Properties & Infrastructure Ltd for various environmental violations by its project at Sushant Lok Phase-I, Gurgaon

Improved economic activity to support demand for steel, cement: Fitch

Fitch Ratings forecast strong medium-term growth to support the demand for India's steel, cement and chemicals sectors, with improved economic activity boosting power and petroleum product sales

Centre sends show cause notice to Ola Electric, Okinawa, others on EV fires

Alarmed at the unabated EV fire incidents, the Centre has now sent show cause notices to EV manufacturers like Ola Electric, Okinawa Autotech and Pure EV, among others

French President Emmanuel Macron reshuffles cabinet for 2nd time in 6 weeks

French President Emmanuel Macron has reshuffled his Cabinet for the second time in six weeks, the Elysee announced