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Govt cuts excise duties on petrol, diesel by ₹10/litre each amid Iran war

The move comes against the backdrop of a global energy crisis triggered by the US-Israel conflict with Iran and Tehran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

Visiting Hong Kong? Refusing to share passwords with cops may cost ₹12 lakh

New national security rules allow Hong Kong police to access devices without court approval, with refusal carrying jail terms and fines

Wikipedia restricts AI use in article writing, cites policy violations

Wikipedia has updated its guidelines to limit AI-generated content in articles, allowing only basic edits and translations with human oversight

Atanu Chakraborty's exit stems from power struggle with HDFC CEO: Report

HDFC Bank chairman Atanu Chakraborty resigned following disagreements with CEO Sashidhar Jagdishan, with sources citing a power struggle and differing views on leadership

IMD issues nation-wide rainfall alert; check weather forecast here

IMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several states, bringing relief from rising temperatures, with Delhi expected to see light showers over next few days

'Talks going well': Trump extends pause on Iran energy strikes till April 6

US President Donald Trump extended a pause on planned attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure by 10 days, citing productive negotiations even as tensions in West Asia persist

Iran must give up nukes, else we will keep 'blowing them away': Trump

Trump said that discussions between the two sides are ongoing, though Tehran has pushed back against claims that it is eager to strike a deal.

US proposal not enough for success, but talks still possible: Iran official

According to the official, Tehran believes the framework does not meet the basic conditions needed for progress

Landlord ignoring repairs? What tenants can legally do if fixes are delayed

Legal experts outline the essential steps and documentation required for tenants to lawfully recover repair costs when landlords fail to maintain habitable premises

Beyond Bengaluru, startups are rising but big capital remains unconvinced

A recent report shows that more than 68,000 startups are now headquartered outside key startup hubs like Bengaluru and Delhi, yet they attracted only 2.1 per cent of capital deployed in India between

RIL denies reports of company buying Iranian crude supplies

Earlier this week, a Reuters report said Reliance had purchased over 5 million barrels of Iranian crude from the National Iranian Oil Company, though delivery timelines remained unclear

AI as a relationship tool: Improving communication or creating distance?

Artificial intelligence may help people respond better, yet over-reliance could erode trust, intuition, and genuine emotional connection

Craving sweet, salty, or crunchy? Here is what your body is signalling

Cravings are more than indulgence. They may point to what your body lacks or how it is coping with stress, sleep, and hormonal changes, say experts

H-1B visa holders stranded in India: No one seems concerned, say experts

Thousands of H-1B visa holders remain stranded in India as interview slots dry up and delays push appointments into 2027

Why psychologists say a cancelled meeting may actually be good for you

An hour gained feels longer than 60 minutes, and that deviation from expectation creates a unique sense of opportunity that can influence behaviour and decision-making

March-end fixed deposit rates up to 8%: Check best offers across banks

Small finance banks continue to outpace major lenders in March-end, offering interest rates of up to 8% on select fixed-deposit tenures

Where should you invest now? Large caps offer best risk-reward, says report

Currently, sectors like IT, Private Banks and Healthcare have become more attractive helped by recent corrections and can be considered relative play compared to broader equity

What are AI tokens and why China is winning the global pricing race

AI tokens are not just a technical unit but the basis of pricing, as companies charge per token, making every prompt and response a measurable cost in global AI competition

New 12% buyback surcharge: What investors need to know before April 1

If you make money by selling shares in a buyback, you may now pay more tax than before.

Sweden plans 'honest living' rule; breach may trigger deportation: Report

Requirement for immigrants may lead to the deportation of those who misuse welfare or ignore debts