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UP, Haryana raise minimum wages: Here's what changes, who benefits

Revised pay floors in the two states offer a vital financial cushion for millions of workers

Liver insurance 'claims double' in 3 yrs, Rs 1.5 lakh minimum cover needed

Liver diseases have become financially draining for Indian households, says insurance company's analysis

NHAI asks banks to validate vehicle numbers on FASTag: Here's how to check

NHAI has asked banks to verify vehicle numbers linked to FASTags after mismatch complaints. Here's how you can check if your VRN is correctly linked to your FASTag

Schengen visa insurance: Single vs multiple-entry rules explained

Travellers must align cover with trip frequency to avoid protection gaps

As gold prices rise, how loans on jewellery work and what are the risks

Borrowers must look beyond high valuations and carefully weigh the interest costs and asset-loss risks associated with gold-backed credit

Do blue light glasses really help? Here's what an eye doctor wants you to know

Are blue light glasses a must-have for screen users or just clever marketing? Here's what an eye specialist wants you to understand before buying them

West Asia war: Trump may extend ceasefire with Iran amid Hormuz blockade

Donald Trump says Iran ceasefire may be extended as talks continue; he signals progress in negotiations and said he could visit Islamabad if a peace deal is signed

Q4 result: Jio Financial, Bajaj Consumer Care, Aditya Birla Money on Apr 17

Q4FY26 company results: Firms including Blue Blends (India), National Standard (India), Mastek, and Integrated Hitech are also to release their January-March earnings today

IMD forecasts more heatwave days as temperatures set to cross 40°C

IMD flags rising temperatures and heatwave conditions across central and southern regions, while several states brace for rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning

Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left', energy agency head warns

Europe has "maybe six weeks or so" of remaining jet fuel supplies, the head of the International Energy Agency said Thursday in a wide-ranging interview, warning of possible flight cancellations "soon" if oil supplies remain blocked by the Iran war. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol painted a sobering picture of the global repercussions of what he called "the largest energy crisis we have ever faced," stemming from the pinch-off of oil, gas and other vital supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. "In the past there was a group called Dire Straits.' It's a dire strait now, and it is going to have major implications for the global economy. And the longer it goes, the worse it will be for the economic growth and inflation around the world," he told The Associated Press. The impact will be "higher petrol (gasoline) prices, higher gas prices, high electricity prices," said Birol, speaking in his Paris office looking out over the Eiffel Tower. Economic pain will be felt unevenly and "the

West Asia crisis: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel, Lebanon

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he had held "excellent conversations" with Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding that both leaders had agreed to halt hostilities

How a settlement deed secures heirs' property rights better than a Will

By transferring ownership during a settlor's lifetime, a settlement deed creates a legal ground that can neutralise a conflicting Will

CCI closes Adani case, says company has no 'dominance' in power market

A key finding of the Commission was that the Adani Group does not hold a "dominant" position in the relevant market

India's strong growth outlook intact despite global volatility: Govt

Anuradha Thakur, Secretary in the Department of Economic Affairs, said India continues to stand out as a reliable and rapidly expanding economic partner

Canada Express Entry revamp: Impact on Indians seeking Canada PR decoded

Canada's IRCC signals possible overhaul of Express Entry, linking PR selection to wages, job demand and long-term outcomes

Wearables offer health insights, but how reliable are they really?

From smart rings to fitness bands, devices are changing how we view health, but doctors say they should support, not replace, medical advice

Why India slipped to 6th spot in IMF GDP rankings despite strong growth

India slipped to sixth in IMF GDP rankings due to rupee depreciation and base revision, even as the economy continued strong growth and is expected to regain position soon

PM allays delimitation fears, says 'no injustice' will be done to any state

As Parliament debates women's reservation, PM Modi says those opposing the bill will pay a long-term price, urging all parties to support greater role for women in policymaking

Gurugram property set to get costlier as circle rates surge up to 75%

From Dwarka Expressway to DLF Phase V: Where Gurugram Rates Are Rising Fastest

Why your hair is losing density: Hidden health triggers you may be missing

Hair thinning isn't always about age or genetics; dermatologists explain how stress, poor nutrition, hormonal imbalance, and lifestyle habits can quietly reduce hair density