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China builds new heliport near LAC, raising security concerns for India

The heliport, located on the banks of the Gongrigabu Qu river in the Nyingchi Prefecture of the Tibet Autonomous Region, is within undisputed Chinese territory

India considers blue strips for antimicrobials to combat drug misuse

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria and other pathogens develop resistance to antibiotics or other drugs, rendering these medicines ineffective when needed most

Kolkata doctors declare 'partial victory' amid strikes, demand more action

At a general body meeting held on Wednesday, the junior doctors decided to request another meeting with the chief minister to discuss unresolved issues

Elon Musk's Neuralink gains FDA breakthrough tag for vision implant

Neuralink's vision-restoring device, named Blindsight, is designed to allow even individuals who have lost both eyes and their optic nerves to regain sight

Women's corporate gains slow, true leadership parity decades away: Report

While companies have improved hiring practices and support for employees balancing work and home, advancement rates for women, especially women of colour, continue to lag behind

Air India launches $400 million upgrade to transform flying experience

Air India overhaul: The revamp comes as the airline ramps up its international operations amid stiff competition from global carriers

Arvind Kejriwal's resignation: AAP's game-changer stumps BJP yet again

Read on to know how Arvind Kejriwal's resignation is a masterstroke that robs the BJP of its primary attack lines ahead of the Delhi polls

J&K polls Phase II: 21% candidates face criminal cases, over 50% crorepatis

A notable 21 per cent of the candidates are facing criminal cases, with 16 per cent involved in serious charges like attempted murder and crimes against women

Atishi to become Delhi Chief Minister after Kejriwal proposes her name

Arvind Kejriwal is expected to meet Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena at 4.30 pm today and formally tender his resignation

Fewer iPhones, bigger bucks: Apple outsells Samsung in India revenue

In the first half of 2024, Apple shipped 4.8 million iPhones in India, generating $4.56 billion, while Samsung shipped 9.8 million units but earned $3.43 billion, trailing Apple by $1.13 billion

Mamata Banerjee yields to doctors' demands, removes Kolkata police chief

Despite assurances from the Mamata Banerjee government, the doctors have decided to continue their protests, stating that not all their demands have been met

Madras High Court judge disputes home loan repayment; SBI seeks transfer

The dispute stems from a home loan taken by the Madras High Court judge for a partially constructed property that was later demolished

SC grants bail to Arvind Kejriwal: Here's what he's not allowed to do

Arvind Kejriwal has been granted bail on a bond of Rs 10 lakh and two sureties, paving the way for his release from custody

Kolkata protest: TMC MP labels protesting medics as 'unfit to be doctors'

The state's medical community has been on strike since August 9, seeking justice for a junior doctor who was raped and murdered last month at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital

Bali imposes construction freeze to tackle overtourism, protect environment

Bali reportedly deported 340 foreign nationals last year for violations, including illegal activities and inappropriate behaviour

China to raise retirement age as pension pressure mounts on economy

This decision comes as China's pension system, the world's largest with 1.05 billion contributors and beneficiaries, faces significant stress from demographic change

Biden to host final Quad summit of his term in hometown Wilmington

Originally planned for India, the Quad summit was moved to the US to align with world leaders attending the United Nations General Assembly in New York City

'Protector of idea of India': Leaders pay tribute to Sitaram Yechury

Political leaders from various parties mourned the passing of veteran Communist Party of India (Marxist) parliamentarian Sitaram Yechury

HBO begins search for next Harry, Ron, and Hermione in new Potter series

This new TV series, first announced by Warner Bros Discovery last year, is set to air for at least seven seasons on Max (formerly HBO Max)

Paytm to reapply for RBI's payment aggregator licence post govt approval

The announcement comes shortly after PPSL, a subsidiary of Paytm, secured approval from the Ministry of Finance to invest further in its payment services business