Sarjna Rai

Maharashtra doctors' protest explained: What is the CCMP registration row?

The Maharashtra government's decision to begin registering CCMP-qualified homoeopathy practitioners has sparked protests over patient safety, medical training, and prescribing rights

Chandipura outbreak: Govt sends joint response team to Gujarat, Rajasthan

A national joint response team has been sent to Gujarat and Rajasthan after fresh Chandipura virus cases and deaths among children prompted intensified containment efforts

Gurugram police advise work from home as heavy rain floods key roads

Waterlogging at major junctions and along the Delhi-Gurugram Expressway disrupted traffic across the city as police appealed for fewer vehicles on the roads

Meet Tewolde Gebremariam, Air India's CEO pick to succeed Campbell Wilson

With decades of aviation leadership and a track record of steering Ethiopian Airlines through growth and crises, Tewolde Gebremariam is set to lead Air India into its next chapter

RBI Governor rules out early withdrawal of FCNR(B) deposit scheme

The RBI said its FCNR(B) deposit scheme will continue as planned after attracting billions in NRI deposits. It is also preparing to introduce polymer banknotes by early FY28

Delhi SIR deadline extended for the second time: What you need to know

Delhi's ongoing voter verification exercise has received another extension, with revised dates announced for draft electoral rolls, claims and objections

100,000 daily instant househelp orders: How much are workers earning?

The instant househelp sector is growing at breakneck speed. Here's a closer look at worker payouts and monthly incomes

US cyclospora outbreak: Why a treatable infection has turned deadly

Thousands of infections, two reported deaths, and a growing investigation. Here's why the ongoing cyclospora outbreak in the US is drawing attention

Amazon sued over 'sustainable' seafood claims: What consumers allege

The proposed lawsuit accuses Amazon of greenwashing by using labels such as 'responsibly sourced' and 'sustainable' on seafood products. Here's what the complaint says

India sees first decline in highway deaths since Covid, data shows

Government data shows national highway deaths fell in 2025 for the first time since Covid, with 20 states and UTs recording a decline in fatalities

Indian Railways launches online luggage booking: Rules, limits explained

No more separate visits to the parcel office. Eligible train passengers can now book excess luggage online. Here's how the new facility works and who can use it

One parameter, less confusion: India moves towards standard clothing sizes

A government-backed sizing system based on Indian body measurements aims to bring consistency across apparel brands and make shopping easier for consumers

Indian Railways reports 88% decline in train accidents over 12 years

Sustained investments in technology, infrastructure, and safety systems have helped bring consequential train accidents down by 88% in 12 years

EU AI Act: What changes as new transparency rules take effect from August 2

The European Union's AI transparency rules become applicable from August 2, bringing mandatory disclosures for certain AI-generated content and significant penalties for violations

India needs $2.4 trillion to build future-ready cities by 2050: Report

India's cities are expected to contribute 75% of GDP by 2050, yet weak municipal finances threaten the investment needed to support rapid urbanisation

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: Who can apply for ₹2,500 monthly assistance?

Eligible women will receive ₹2,500 every month, with the government offering two payout options aimed at promoting savings and digital spending

NPCI plans to mask phone numbers on UPI apps to boost user privacy

Following privacy concerns, NPCI has asked UPI apps to hide phone numbers and make username-based payment IDs the default for new users

L&T secures TenneT deal for Europe's 2 GW offshore wind programme

L&T and Hitachi Energy will execute offshore wind transmission projects in the Netherlands and Germany, supporting Europe's clean energy and decarbonisation goals

35 years of liberalisation: How the 1991 BoP crisis forced historic reforms

A balance of payments crisis, emergency gold pledges, and a reform-driven Budget in 1991 set India on the path towards economic liberalisation

Brics 2026: Bangladesh invited as India hosts key ministerial meetings

India's invitation to Bangladesh marks a key diplomatic development ahead of the Brics Summit, with ministerial meetings helping shape the bloc's agenda