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Rimjhim Singh

Rimjhim Singh

Rimjhim Singh

Rimjhim Singh is a writer at the Business Standard, where she researches and crafts articles on a diverse range of subjects, including general news, sports, and in-depth explainers. Over the course of one year at the organization, she has honed her skills in editing and paid attention to accuracy, clarity, and depth. In this digital age, she strives to present the news in a crisper and more structured way.

Rimjhim Singh is a writer at the Business Standard, where she researches and crafts articles on a diverse range of subjects, including general news, sports, and in-depth explainers. Over the course of one year at the organization, she has honed her skills in editing and paid attention to accuracy, clarity, and depth. In this digital age, she strives to present the news in a crisper and more structured way.

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AI chatbots may mirror users' delusions in conversations, shows study

AI chatbots sometimes agree with users expressing delusional or harmful ideas, including suicidal thoughts, raising concerns about how such systems respond to vulnerable users

AI chatbots may mirror users' delusions in conversations, shows study
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 4:57 PM IST

Who is Pradyut Bordoloi, Assam MP who joined BJP after quitting Congress?

Assam MP Pradyut Bordoloi joined the Bharatiya Janata Party after resigning from the Indian National Congress ahead of the state polls. Here is a look at his political journey and career

Who is Pradyut Bordoloi, Assam MP who joined BJP after quitting Congress?
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 3:48 PM IST

'There's no full stop in politics': PM bids farewell to 59 Rajya Sabha MPs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi bid farewell to retiring Rajya Sabha MPs as senior leaders Mallikarjun Kharge, Sharad Pawar, and several others completed their terms in the Upper House

'There's no full stop in politics': PM bids farewell to 59 Rajya Sabha MPs
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 12:30 PM IST

60% seats on every flight to be free to choose: DGCA rolls out new norms

Under the new rule, airlines must allocate a minimum of 60 per cent of seats on each flight without any seat selection charges

60% seats on every flight to be free to choose: DGCA rolls out new norms
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 10:20 AM IST

West Asia war updates: Iran's Larijani killed; Trump decries Nato snub

The West Asia conflict showed no signs of easing on Day 19, with Israel striking Iran and Tehran confirming Ali Larijani's death; Donald Trump said US-Israel operations are 'proceeding very well'

West Asia war updates: Iran's Larijani killed; Trump decries Nato snub
Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 10:08 AM IST

Supreme Court ends 3-month age bar on maternity leave for adoptive mothers

The Supreme Court struck down a rule that allowed maternity leave for adoptive mothers only if the child was below three months old, saying the distinction violated the right to equality

Supreme Court ends 3-month age bar on maternity leave for adoptive mothers
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 2:48 PM IST

What are ethanol cookstoves and can they serve as an LPG alternative?

As LPG supply concerns grow due to the West Asia crisis, ethanol producers have proposed ethanol cookstoves; here's what they are, how they work and whether they can replace LPG in homes

What are ethanol cookstoves and can they serve as an LPG alternative?
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 12:56 PM IST

'Barbaric' attack: India slams Pakistan over Kabul hospital strike

India condemned Pakistan's airstrike on a Kabul hospital that killed 400 people, calling it a barbaric act; it said the attack violates Afghanistan's sovereignty and urged global action

'Barbaric' attack: India slams Pakistan over Kabul hospital strike
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 12:33 PM IST

After Venezuela takeover, why Cuba is now central to Donald Trump's plans

Cuba faces a deep power and fuel crisis as US pressure tightens; amid blackouts and talks with Havana, Trump has hinted at 'taking Cuba', raising questions over a Venezuela-style strategy

After Venezuela takeover, why Cuba is now central to Donald Trump's plans
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 10:51 AM IST

West Asia war updates: Trump says Iran must not get nukes; Brent tops $102

The US-Israel war with Iran entered day 18 as Donald Trump said the conflict may end soon; the Strait of Hormuz remains tense, while oil prices rose with Brent crude trading above $102 a barrel

West Asia war updates: Trump says Iran must not get nukes; Brent tops $102
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 9:38 AM IST

No fuel shortage in India, refineries running at full capacity, says govt

West Asia crisis: The government said India has adequate crude oil supplies and refineries are running at full capacity; consumers with both PNG and LPG connections have been asked to give up LPG

No fuel shortage in India, refineries running at full capacity, says govt
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 3:58 PM IST

US jets hit military sites near Iran's Chabahar free trade-industrial zone

West Asia conflict: US fighter jets targeted military sites in the Koh Laki area behind Iran's Chabahar Free Zone, with loud explosions heard across the region after the strike

US jets hit military sites near Iran's Chabahar free trade-industrial zone
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 3:03 PM IST

China's JD.com takes on Amazon with new ecommerce platform in Europe

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has launched its Joybuy platform in six European countries, offering over 100,000 products with same-day delivery as it seeks to compete with Amazon in the region

China's JD.com takes on Amazon with new ecommerce platform in Europe
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 11:52 AM IST

West Asia war updates: Trump warns Nato over Hormuz; Brent above $105

As the West Asia war enters its third week, Donald Trump warns Nato of consequences for not helping reopen the Strait of Hormuz; Brent crude rises above $105

West Asia war updates: Trump warns Nato over Hormuz; Brent above $105
Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 10:11 AM IST

LPG production up 30%, fuel supply stable, says govt amid West Asia crisis

The government said India has enough petrol, diesel and crude stocks despite the West Asia conflict; LPG output has risen 30 per cent and people are urged not to panic buy fuel

LPG production up 30%, fuel supply stable, says govt amid West Asia crisis
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

Mandatory menstrual leave may hurt women's career prospects, says SC

The Supreme Court warned that making menstrual leave mandatory could hurt women's career prospects, and asked the Centre to consider the petitioner's request for a policy after consulting stakeholders

Mandatory menstrual leave may hurt women's career prospects, says SC
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 2:13 PM IST

How AI is reshaping modern warfare as US strikes targets at record speed

From analysing drone footage to selecting targets, AI tools are now playing a growing role in modern warfare, helping the US military carry out strikes faster during the ongoing conflict in Iran

How AI is reshaping modern warfare as US strikes targets at record speed
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 11:20 AM IST

West Asia war updates: Israel says Iran offensive progressing; Brent slips

As the West Asia war enters Day 14, Israel says its campaign against Iran remains strong; India assures fuel supply. Here are the top updates at 9 am (IST)

West Asia war updates: Israel says Iran offensive progressing; Brent slips
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 9:47 AM IST

LPG supply shortage hits businesses; eateries switch to wood stoves

LPG supplies are tightening across cities, with long delivery delays and limited stock; restaurants and households in several cities are facing shortages

LPG supply shortage hits businesses; eateries switch to wood stoves
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 12:49 PM IST

Iran clears Indian-flagged tankers to transit Strait of Hormuz: Sources

Iran will allow Indian-flagged oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz after talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, sources said

Iran clears Indian-flagged tankers to transit Strait of Hormuz: Sources
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 11:24 AM IST