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Delhi AQI slips to 'poor' levels; IMD predicts strong winds, rising mercury

Out of the 44 stations, 27 record 'poor' air quality while Punjabi Bagh turns severe at 368; IMD forecasts stronger surface winds that may help disperse pollutants and ease pollution levels

Amazon Web Services' data centres in UAE, Bahrain damaged by drone strikes

According to company's latest update, the facilities suffered 'physical impacts to infrastructure' as a result of drone strikes, causing structural damage, power disruption

Is Dubai still a safe haven for investors, HNIs despite US-Iran conflict?

Iran's retaliation has jolted Dubai's safe-haven image, but experts say investor confidence and long-term fundamentals remain intact

North India to see above-normal heat days in March; mercury to cross 30°C

According to the IMD, maximum temperatures are currently running 4-6 degrees Celsius above normal across many parts of northwest India and are expected to remain above normal in the next few days

US asks Americans to leave West Asian countries amid escalating conflict

US Department of State issued a 'depart now' advisory for 14 countries in West Asia, as Secretary of State warned that a harsher phase lay ahead and said the US stood ready to assist citizens

Iran operations may last 4-5 weeks, could go much longer: Donald Trump

Trump said the US military "continues to carry out large-scale combat operations in Iran"

West Asia crisis: UAE resumes flights; Indian carriers plan relief

Airspace restrictions across the Gulf disrupted services for a third day, prompting partial resumption in the UAE. Meanwhile, Indian airlines have also mounted relief measures

Explained: What is the Strait of Hormuz and why it is vital for oil trade

Tensions in West Asia have put the Strait of Hormuz in focus; here's what this narrow sea route is, why it is crucial for global oil and gas supplies and how any disruption can affect prices worldwide

UK flight ticket scam: Elderly couple lose £2,500 to fake Expedia booking

A Leicester-based elderly couple lost over £2,500 after booking fake Ahmedabad tickets via a WhatsApp scam posing as Expedia

Thinking of converting credit card purchases into EMIs? Here's how to do it

Credit card EMIs help split large purchases into manageable monthly payments, but understanding charges and terms is crucial before opting for it

EPF interest rate retained at 8.25 per cent for FY26: What it means

EPFO keeps EPF interest rate unchanged at 8.25% for FY26; what it means for retirement savings and salaried employees explained

Why India's $2.6 bn uranium pact with Canada matters for clean energy push

India and Canada sign a $2.6 billion uranium deal to secure fuel for India's nuclear plants, boost clean energy plans and fast-track a wider trade pact between the two countries

India's industrial output falls to 4.8% in Jan 2026 against 8% in Dec 2025

January's industrial output growth was pulled down by subdued performance in the mining and manufacturing sectors, the data showed

US-Israel attack on Iran: Why Trump is not calling it a 'war', yet

US President Trump calls the Iran strike a 'major combat operation' since only Congress can declare war, raising questions on what would change if it were approved

When your legs refuse to rest: The hidden struggle of Restless Leg Syndrome

Often dismissed as simple restlessness, Restless Leg Syndrome can disrupt sleep, affect mental health and raise heart risks. Experts explain symptoms, causes and treatment

West Asia conflict: From oil to remittances, how exposed India is to crisis

Iran-Israel conflict: Rising tensions in West Asia put India's oil supplies, trade routes and millions of workers in Gulf nations at risk, raising concerns over remittance flows and safety

EPFO fixes 8.25% interest rate on employees' PF deposits for 2025-26

In February last year, the retirement fund body retained the 8.25 per cent rate of interest for FY2024-25

Can anti-ageing supplements fuel cancer? Here's what a new study finds

A new study reveals how polyamines such as spermidine alter protein synthesis in cancer cells, separating their healthy ageing effects from their tumour-promoting potential

Acts of war and your policy: What travel insurance refuses to cover in 2026

War-linked travel disruptions, evacuations and stranding costs remain largely excluded under standard travel insurance policies, experts say

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