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NRI pensioners face Jeevan Pramaan hurdles abroad: What they can do

Those unable to complete digital life certificate verification can use alternative routes through banks, authorised agents or Indian missions

AI, OTT, gaming to drive India's media market towards $36.7 billion by 2030

PwC's latest outlook sees India's media and entertainment market expanding rapidly, with digital advertising, gaming, streaming and connectivity among key growth areas

Hormuz crisis adds $22 bn to India's fossil fuel import costs: CREA

In terms of economic impact, India's net additional cost across all fossil fuels was estimated at $14.4 billion, equivalent to 0.38 per cent of its GDP, or about 1.4 days of national income

US ICE orders 6,000 shock gloves amid 'illegal immigration' crackdown

The gloves can deliver painful electric shocks on direct contact and are intended for arrests, detainee transport and civil disturbances

Over 35,000 Indians got UK settlement in 2026, up 51% amid tighter rules

Indian nationals accounted for the largest settlement and citizenship grants as Britain prepares to make its five-year ILR route tougher.

Nationwide ban on analogue paneer may be next as states step up action

FSSAI CEO Rajit Punhani says analogue paneer could soon be prohibited nationwide, as more states move against the non-dairy substitute

Meta's new teen safety rules: What changes on Instagram and Facebook

The new protections will first apply in participating US states and territories, subject to judicial approval. Meta has not announced these measures as a global rollout

PCB threatened walkout over Atherton's interview with Imran Khan's sons

PCB has complained to Sky Sports over Michael Atherton's interview with Imran Khan's sons during the Lord's Test, and reportedly considered keeping Pakistan players off the field in protest

Anthropic's new AI tool can conduct scientific experiments: How it works

Anthropic has opened a research preview of its Model Hardware Standard, allowing AI agents such as Claude to control scientific equipment, automate experiments and manage workflows across labs

Explained: What is surrogate advertising and what does the law say?

Maharashtra FDA notices to Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over a Vimal Elaichi ad have put the spotlight on indirect promotion of pan masala and liquor brands

Average cancer claim rises 81% in 5 years: How much health cover is enough?

With treatment claims rising to Rs 5.6 lakh, expert explains how families can assess their health cover

Home loan rates start at 7% in Aug: Check best offers by top lenders

Public sector banks take the lead with the cheapest borrowing terms, while housing finance companies and private lenders are close behind

Supreme Court issues ten directions to speed up dowry, cruelty trials

From faster charge framing to digital case tracking, the Supreme Court has issued ten directions aimed at reducing delays in dowry and cruelty trials

Zuckerberg wanted to cut Meta workforce by 60%; here's why he didn't

Called Project OT, Mark Zuckerberg's plan envisioned artificial intelligence agents taking over much of the daily work done by thousands of human employees

Healthcare becomes private credit's No 2 sector with 13% share H1 2026: EY

India's private credit market saw 102 deals worth $3.5 billion in H1 2026, with domestic funds leading the market and healthcare moving into second place, finds report

From Rasuwa to Bihar: How Nepal's flash floods can travel into India

A flash flood in Nepal's Rasuwa district has raised flood concerns in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. Here's how the Trishuli-Narayani-Gandak river system connects Nepal to India

Explained: Why Nepal is so vulnerable to nature's destructive forces

Nepal flash floods: From earthquakes and landslides to flash floods and glacial hazards, Nepal's geography and a warming climate are creating a growing challenge for people and infrastructure

How NCLT approved Subhash Chandra's ₹6.5 cr payout against ₹22,006 cr claims

Subhash Chandra's repayment plan was backed by creditors holding 80.81 per cent of voting value, despite objections from several banks and institutional lenders

Car loan rates starting at 7.35%: Check best offers and terms here

Car loan rates currently range from 7.35% to 14.05%. Check lender-wise interest rates, processing fees and EMI for a Rs 5 lakh loan

India's job postings rebound in July, ending three-month hiring decline

Indeed data shows India's job postings rebounded in July, ending a three-month decline, with healthcare roles surging