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Disputing a wrong credit card charge? Experts say timing decides refunds

Banks and card networks run on different clocks, and the earliest deadline often decides the outcome

Is your pet your therapy? Doctors explain how dogs and cats change stress

Pet ownership can bring comfort and calm through routine and companionship, though experts stress that emotional benefits differ widely and can sometimes come with added strain

Home loan in mid-Jan 2026: Interest rates range from 7.10% to 12.58%

Rates stay competitive across banks and housing finance companies, led by public sector lenders

Can't escape screens? 7 simple tips to reduce your screen time as an adult

Long hours on phones and laptops can strain eyes and mind. Here are easy, doctor-approved strategies to reduce screen time and build healthier digital habits

New MHA SOP eases refunds for cyber fraud cases below ₹50,000: Report

Under the SOP, refunds in small-value fraud cases, where the disputed amount is below ₹50,000, can be processed quickly without requiring a court order

What happens when you drink tea with your daily meals? Doctor explains

Tea is a daily ritual for many Indians, but doctors say having it with meals may interfere with nutrient absorption and digestion. Here's what to do without giving up your tea

It now takes 1.65 million Iranian rials for $1. Here's why it crashed

Iran's rial has slid to nearly 1.65 million per dollar, crushing purchasing power and trade options as sanctions, inflation, and the Israel war have converged into a full-blown currency crisis

I-PAC raids: SC stays FIR against ED officials, sends notice to Mamata govt

The Supreme Court directed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, DGP Rajeev Kumar and other respondents to file their counter-affidavits within two weeks

Car loan rates in mid-Jan 2026 start at 7.35%, EMIs from Rs 9,983

Lenders kick off 2026 with competitive car finance offers, as public sector banks lead the market with rates as low as 7.35%

'Poor planning': Nithin Kamath on markets shutdown for Mumbai civic polls

In a post on X, Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath said the closure of markets with 'international linkages' for a local poll showed a 'serious lack of appreciation for second-order effects'

US visa appointment delays travel plans for many Indian tech workers

Heightened security vetting and administrative backlogs at consulates leave hundreds of Indian tech professionals stranded, with some renewal appointments pushed back by over a year

Budget 2026 should boost private investment, ensure tax clarity: EY India

EY India says Union Budget 2026 should focus on tax certainty, private investment and sector reforms to support growth amid global uncertainty

SGB 2020-21 Series IV opens for early redemption, offers 185% gains

Five-year mark triggers a windfall for gold bond holders, as the RBI opens an early exit window offering a capital appreciation at Rs 13,929 per unit

BMC polls begin: Why Mumbai's civic body election carries high stakes

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, which runs roads, water supply, healthcare and infrastructure, is India's richest civic body and a major political power centre

9 Amrit Bharat Express trains to be flagged off soon: Check route, fare

Amrit Bharat Express trains were introduced in December 2023; so far, 30 such services are already running across the country and nine more trains will be added within a week

HDFC Infinia credit card trims voucher returns as 5X points drop to 3X

Users of premium card face a sharp dip in loyalty value as company slashes accelerated rewards on its popular lifestyle voucher portal

OPT to H-1B route gets tougher: Why US is rechecking student work status

From RFEs to Form I-983 checks, OPT compliance now plays a bigger role in protecting F-1 status and future H-1B filings

7 early warning signs of glaucoma every adult above 40 should know

Glaucoma damages vision quietly and painlessly. Knowing the early signs and getting regular eye checks after 40 can help prevent permanent sight loss

Train fare calculation a 'trade secret' under RTI law, Railways tells CIC

Indian Railways told the CIC that its method for fixing passenger train fares is a trade secret and cannot be shared under RTI; the Commission accepted the reply and dismissed the appeal

Trump says he doesn't plan to remove Fed Chair Powell despite investigation

The Trump administration has opened a criminal investigation into Jerome Powell over cost overruns linked to a $2.5 bn project to renovate two historic buildings at the Federal Reserve's headquarters