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Petrol, diesel prices remain static in the country for 2nd consecutive day

Petrol and diesel prices remained static for a second consecutive day as oil marketing companies decided to go on pause mode to see global developments in the oil markets before any revision

Andhra Pradesh reports 1,601 more Covid-19 cases, sees 16 fatalities

Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday recorded 1,601 new Covid cases, taking the state's overall tally beyond 20 lakh, while active cases rose slightly to 14,061.

Afghanistan's fall spells trouble for China's Belt and Road Initiative

The Talibans unpredictable takeover of Afghanistan has ushered in a tumultuous second innings for the country, as the world watches the developments closely

Afghanistan: China in talks with Taliban to expand CPEC to Kabul

China has established its first diplomatic contact with the militant group, aimed at pushing forward its ambitious project -- the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) -- to Kabul.

Govt approves raising family pension of bank staff under NPS

The families of deceased bank employees will receive up to 30 per cent of the last drawn salary of the employee under the National Pension Scheme (NPS)

Tesla starts hiring roboticists for its humanoid robot project

Electric vehicle maker Tesla has started to hire roboticists to build its recently announced Tesla Bot, a humanoid robot to become a new vehicle for its AI technology.

No action against Rane till Sep 17, Maharashtra govt tells Bombay HC

Maharashtra govt told Bombay High Court that no coercive action will be taken against Union Minister Narayan Rane till September 17 in FIR lodged by Nashik police in 'slap slur' against CM Thackeray.

YouTube enables picture in picture on iPhone for premium subscribers

Google has rolled out an "experimental" picture-in-picture (PiP) feature for its iOS YouTube app that allows premium subscribers to view video content while using other apps.

2022 Punjab polls to be fought under Amarinder's helm: Harish Rawat

Punjab affairs in charge and AICC general secretary Harish Rawat, on Wednesday clarified that the 2022 Punjab Assembly election would be fought under the leadership of Amarinder Singh

Cabinet approves FDI proposal of Rs 15K cr in Anchorage Infrastructure

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on Wednesday approved the FDI proposal for an investment of up to Rs 15,000 crore in Anchorage Infrastructure Investment Holding Ltd

Galaxy M32 5G with a quad rear camera setup, 5000mAh battery launched

The smartphone comes with an octa-core MediaTek Helio SoC, a quad rear camera setup, 5000mAh battery and Android 11 more.

US-born Dalit scholar Gail Omvedt passes away in Maharashtra's Sangli

Dr Gail Omvedt, US-born renowned Dalit researcher, writer on Ambedkarism and the movement for the oppressed classes, passed away following a brief illness at Kasegaon

New India on hiring drive, uncertainty continues for other 3 non-life PSUs

Even as The New India Assurance Company Ltd is on a massive recruitment drive, suspense continues in the case of the remaining three government owned non-life insurers, said industry officials.

Banks to have nationwide credit outreach programme this year: FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said that public sector banks (PSB) will adopt a nationwide credit outreach programme this year.

In all fairness, we expect you to wait: SC on Bengal's Pegasus probe panel

Bengal govt on Wednesday submitted before the Supreme Court that the two-member commission of inquiry would not proceed till the top court hears the batch of petitions connected with snooping scandal

Twitter now lets users show followers which Spaces they are attending

Micro-blogging site Twitter has announced that it is now experimenting with a new option that will let users show followers which Spaces they are listening to.

Delhivery acquires Spoton, aims to lead B2B logistics market in India

Delhivery said it has acquired Bengaluru-based Spoton Logistics for an undisclosed sum, a move that will further strengthen its existing B2B capabilities

Arrest 'justified', don't repeat 'slap slur' offence: Court tells Rane

In a significant ruling, the Mahad Court has held that the arrest of Narayan Tatu Rane by the Maharashtra Police was "justified" in the case pertaining to the 'slap slur' against CM Thackeray

Govts should take HC nod before withdrawing cases against MPs/MLAs: SC

The top court emphasized that there is nothing wrong in withdrawing cases of malicious prosecution, but the high court must examine such cases

3rd Test: Lack of grass on pitch brings Ashwin into picture, says Kohli

India skipper Virat Kohli has left the playing XI open to change only for off-spinner R Ashwin as the team management has found the pitch at Headingley for the third Test devoid of grass