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Japan to set up cyber patrols to track visa overstayers online: Details

Country plans social media monitoring to detect illegal work, visa overstays as scrutiny of foreign nationals rises

Japan to set up cyber patrols to track visa overstayers online: Details
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

Heat and mental health: Can rising temperatures trigger stress, aggression?

From sleep disruption to rising irritability, doctors say heat stress may quietly affect emotional health and worsen existing mental health conditions

Heat and mental health: Can rising temperatures trigger stress, aggression?
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

How extreme summers are starting to weigh on India's economic growth

Longer and more intense heatwaves are affecting jobs, farm output, electricity demand and health costs, raising concerns that India may be underestimating their economic impact

How extreme summers are starting to weigh on India's economic growth
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 12:31 PM IST

235% gains on SGB 2021-22 Series-I as premature redemption window opens

RBI has fixed the SGB 2021-22 Series-I redemption price at Rs 15,840, translating into gains of nearly 235% in 5 years

235% gains on SGB 2021-22 Series-I as premature redemption window opens
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 12:06 PM IST

Can one treatment lower cholesterol and reduce heart attack risk for years?

An experimental one-time gene editing therapy significantly lowered LDL cholesterol in an early-stage trial, raising hopes for long-term heart disease prevention after a single infusion

Can one treatment lower cholesterol and reduce heart attack risk for years?
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 10:03 AM IST

CNG price in Delhi raised by ₹2 to ₹83.09 per kg, fourth hike since May 15

Following the latest revision, CNG prices in Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad stand at ₹88.70 per kg, while rates in Mumbai are at ₹84 per kg

CNG price in Delhi raised by ₹2 to ₹83.09 per kg, fourth hike since May 15
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 8:08 AM IST

Govt proposes broad revamp of industrial output index ahead of new series

India plans a major revamp of the IIP, proposing chain-linked indices, wider sectoral coverage and updated methodology to better integrate the evolving industrial economy

Govt proposes broad revamp of industrial output index ahead of new series
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 7:20 PM IST

Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Piyush Pandey, Harmanpreet Kaur honoured

The Centre had announced 131 Padma awards on the eve of Republic Day this year, including five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri honours

Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Piyush Pandey, Harmanpreet Kaur honoured
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 6:38 PM IST

50% see rise in transport, service costs after fuel hikes, shows survey

Since May 15, fuel retailers have raised petrol by ₹7.38/litre and diesel by ₹7.52/litre as surging global crude oil prices and mounting losses forced repeated revisions

50% see rise in transport, service costs after fuel hikes, shows survey
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 4:29 PM IST

Why global FMCG giants are shifting from selling to making in India

India's growing consumer market and improving manufacturing ecosystem are encouraging global FMCG firms to move beyond selling and start making locally

Why global FMCG giants are shifting from selling to making in India
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 4:28 PM IST

Will it really pass on smoothly? These inheritance hurdles trip up families

Even with a valid Will, missing paperwork, nominee confusion and executor disputes can delay inheritance claims for years

Will it really pass on smoothly? These inheritance hurdles trip up families
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 4:16 PM IST

How rising night-time heat is putting the body under constant stress

Even after sunset, the body may remain under heat stress as rising night-time temperatures disrupt sleep, recovery and the body's natural cooling process

How rising night-time heat is putting the body under constant stress
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 3:46 PM IST

West Asia turmoil may dent India Inc margins by 200 bps in FY27: Crisil

The rating agency said that only eight sectors, accounting for around 10 per cent of rated corporate debt, were expected to see a material impact on credit quality

West Asia turmoil may dent India Inc margins by 200 bps in FY27: Crisil
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 3:45 PM IST

New Zealand to allow philanthropy under golden visa investment: Details

Country to allow philanthropy under golden visa route; investors can donate up to 20% of required funds

New Zealand to allow philanthropy under golden visa investment: Details
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 3:05 PM IST

Twisha Sharma case: 'Deeply pained,' says SC; CBI to take over probe

The top court approved a CBI probe into the death of Twisha Sharma, while asking both sides and the media to avoid public commentary during the ongoing investigation

Twisha Sharma case: 'Deeply pained,' says SC; CBI to take over probe
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 2:57 PM IST

Here's why centre has asked Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate premises

The Centre has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its 27.3-acre Lutyens' Delhi premises by June 5, citing defence infrastructure, public security needs and governance concerns

Here's why centre has asked Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate premises
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 2:31 PM IST

Pronto admits to recording household tasks for AI training after backlash

A report citing investor documents claimed that Pronto was recording household activities inside homes to help train physical AI and robotics systems, triggering privacy concerns among customers

Pronto admits to recording household tasks for AI training after backlash
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 2:26 PM IST

Higher NPS returns for pensioners: PFRDA panel explores new asset classes

'Need to avoid volatility', says regulator as it reviews investment options

Higher NPS returns for pensioners: PFRDA panel explores new asset classes
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 2:22 PM IST

EV insurance jumps 670% as smaller cities drive policy purchase: Report

Tier-II and Tier-III cities now account for 77% of all insured cars in the country

EV insurance jumps 670% as smaller cities drive policy purchase: Report
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 11:36 AM IST

Weekly policy watch: Forex reserves, deposits, Marco Rubio visit in focus

India's policy focus this week will be on forex reserves, banking deposit growth and high-level India-US talks amid global uncertainty and trade concerns

Weekly policy watch: Forex reserves, deposits, Marco Rubio visit in focus
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 11:00 AM IST