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UK visa fee hike up to 25%: What students, workers, visitors will pay

UK raises visa and immigration fees by up to 25% from April 8, making visitor, student, work and settlement routes costlier for applicants, including Indians

Canada invites 1,243 for PR for those with Masters and PhD in Ontario

Ontario resumes Masters and PhD draws after 2024, inviting 1,243 candidates for provincial nomination leading to Canada PR

Centre invites bids to set up rare earth magnet unit under ₹7,280 cr scheme

The request for proposal seeks applicants to establish integrated Sintered NdFeB Rare Earth Permanent Magnet (REPM) units with a total capacity of 6,000 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA)

Can periods really sync with your friends? Here's what science says

Ever noticed your period arriving at the same time as your best friend's? Doctors say what looks like menstrual syncing may actually be coincidence driven by natural cycle variations

Targeting shipping, endangering civilian crews unacceptable: India at IMO

India warns against attacks on commercial ships at IMO meet, calls for restraint and dialogue and raises concerns over safety of seafarers and risks to global trade routes

High ultra-processed food intake raises heart risk by 67%, finds study

Researchers warn that consuming ultra-processed foods-averaging nine servings daily-may harm heart health over time, even when the overall diet appears balanced.

Drugmakers seek price cap as input costs surge amid West Asia conflict

Small pharma firms have flagged a steep surge in raw material and packaging costs amid global disruptions, warning of supply risks and seeking price controls

US announces $10 billion support for Essar Group's Minnesota steel project

The US backs Essar's Mesabi Metallics project with up to $10 billion to boost iron ore output in Minnesota, create jobs and strengthen supply chains with India and Indo-Pacific partners

Here's why strike on Qatar's Ras Laffan could roil gas markets for years

Missile strikes on Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG hub have hit global gas supply, pushed up prices and may take up to five years to repair, raising fears of a prolonged energy crisis worldwide

Women billionaires double in a decade, control $470 bn in global wealth

115 saw their wealth increase, of which 60 were new faces, whilst 50 saw their wealth go down or stay the same, of which 15 dropped out entirely.

World Oral Health Day 2026: Simple dentist-approved daily routines

This World Oral Health Day, learn how small daily oral care changes can prevent damage, strengthen enamel and support overall well-being

IndiGo, SpiceJet issue travel advisories as rain, thunderstorms hit Delhi

IndiGo and SpiceJet have warned of possible flight disruptions in Delhi as rain and thunderstorms hit the city, urging passengers to check flight status and allow extra time for travel to the airport

West Asia war updates: Pentagon seeks $200 bn for Iran war; Brent tops $107

Iran launched missile strikes across the region as the US seeks $200 billion for the war; attacks on energy sites raised supply concerns, while India moved to secure fuel imports and evacuate citizens

Centre eases pet import rules for Indians returning from West Asia

India has eased pet import rules for citizens returning from conflict-hit West Asia, allowing dogs and cats with relaxed documentation and vaccination norms

Widespread rain cools India; IMD issues yellow, orange alerts across states

Rainfall cools temperatures across the country, with heavy showers forecast in eastern and hilly regions and thunderstorms, hail and strong winds likely in the plains

Iran strikes took out 17% LNG export capacity for 3-5 yrs: QatarEnergy CEO

Missile strikes damaged key LNG facilities in Qatar, triggering fires and disrupting exports. QatarEnergy says repairs could take up to five years, impacting global gas supplies

Why tiny atomic clocks are key to China's next-gen warfare ambitions

China has built a tiny, highly accurate atomic clock that could boost drones, missiles and satellite navigation, highlighting how precise timing is becoming crucial in modern warfare systems

How China's CIPS could gain from Iran war and challenge dollar grip

As Iran crisis disrupts key trade routes, China's expanded payment system now offers a pathway to settle transactions outside the dollar system, though its scale remains limited

Canada immigration plan: Temporary residents cut, PR fixed at 380,000 a yr

Canada cuts temporary arrivals but holds PR at 380,000, adds TR-to-PR slots and revises student, worker intake rules

Will vs trust? Experts explain which is better for wealth management

While a Will ensures a simple transfer of assets, a trust provides a long-term strategic framework for wealth protection, business continuity