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US visa denied despite Fifa WC tickets: Indian businessman explains ordeal

US visa cancelled: An Indian managing director said his B1/B2 visa was denied under Section 214(b) even after securing Fifa World Cup 2026 tickets

Unmasking HPV: The silent virus that's pushing India's new vaccine drive

Millions carry HPV without symptoms, yet its long-term impact can be devastating. India's vaccine rollout marks a pivotal shift towards understanding and preventing this silent driver of cancer

Canada visitor visa for Indians now takes 71 days; work permit 8 weeks

Canada visitor visa: IRCC's February 2026 update shows visitor visa timelines for Indians at 71 days, alongside shifts across citizenship, PR, study and work permit queues

UK 'Visa Fraud Se Bache': From IELTS claims to jobs, Indians must beware

Outreach drive warns Indian travellers against fake UK visa claims and irregular migration risks

Small finance banks offer up to 7.9% on fixed deposits: Check latest rates

High-yield small finance banks outpace major lenders as data reveals a significant interest rate gap for investors

India-US trade deal will be 'rebalanced' if situation changes: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that Indian trade authorities are closely tracking developments after the US Supreme Court ruling against country-specific tariffs

Nearly 50% pre-2022 petrol cars see lower mileage on E20 fuel: Survey

A nationwide survey shows 1 in 2 owners of petrol vehicles bought in 2022 or earlier report lower mileage after E20 petrol rollout, while 29 per cent also report unusual wear and tear

Can daily exercise help fight Alzheimer's and slow ageing? Study says yes

Researchers uncover how regular exercise supports liver-to-brain signalling, reinforcing the blood-brain barrier and improving memory with age

2026 markets may reward allocation shifts, not past winners: Report

Largecap equities may gain traction in 2026 as metal returns stabilise after a strong rally last year

Budget reforms, capex allocation steps towards achieving Viksit Bharat: PM

In a post-Budget webinar, PM Modi said the government has sharply increased capital expenditure over the past decade, focusing on infrastructure growth and the creation of new opportunities

Excise policy case: Delhi court closes CBI case against Kejriwal, 22 others

A Delhi court discharged all 23 accused, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, saying the CBI failed to prove any conspiracy or criminal intent in the excise policy case

Spa days, supplements, productivity: Doctors bust 15 common self-care myths

From indulgence and influencer trends to productivity pressure and supplement hype, medical experts explain what self-care really means, and what it doesn't

Green Card holders: 6 new US rules tighten checks and benefits access

From SBA loan limits to biometric tracking, new US policy shifts are set to affect Green Card holders and H-1B-linked sponsorship costs

No fee for air ticket cancellation within 48 hours: Know about new rules

Airline ticket new rules: New framework by aviation regulator mandates free name corrections and 14-day refund timelines

Kabul, Kandahar hit as Pakistan declares 'open war' against Afghanistan

Pakistani officials said they carried out retaliatory strikes under 'Operation Ghazab lil Haq' on Kabul, Paktia and Kandahar in the early hours of Friday

What we get wrong about protein: Experts bust 10 persistent myths

From kidney damage and supplements to vegetarian diets, women's bodies and ageing, specialists unpack the misconceptions that shape how India consumes protein

95,231 UK study visas granted to Indians; 23% share of work permits in 2025

UK Home Office data for YE December 2025 shows Indians remain the largest group across student, skilled worker and health visa extensions.

Delhi AQI improves to 'moderate' levels; IMD predicts warmer days ahead

Majority of the city's monitoring stations report 'moderate' air, but some areas such as Anand Vihar remain polluted; temperatures likely to stay above normal with partly cloudy skies today

As the AI juggernaut bites, Jack Dorsey's 'Block' to cut 4,000 roles

Block chairman Jack Dorsey said the layoffs were not driven by financial distress but by rapid advancements and adoption of AI tools reshaping how the company operates

Canada offers 2-yr work permits to PR pilot applicants: What you must know

IRCC says eligible PR applicants under community pilots may get LMIA-exempt work permits valid for up to two years, with conditions