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Iranian girls deserve to determine their own future: Malala Yousafzai

Yousafzai said that Iranians had warned about repression for years despite severe personal risks, and that their voices were silenced for decades

Iranian girls deserve to determine their own future: Malala Yousafzai
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 7:00 PM IST

Lancet study shows most hesitant adults in UK accepted Covid-19 jabs later

Tracking vaccine attitudes across England, a Lancet study reveals that most people who were unsure about Covid-19 jabs eventually got vaccinated

Lancet study shows most hesitant adults in UK accepted Covid-19 jabs later
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 5:30 PM IST

From medicines to makeup: Things you should avoid keeping in your bathroom

Your bathroom's humid environment can spoil medicines, ruin cosmetics and increase safety risks. Here's what to move out for a safer, healthier home

From medicines to makeup: Things you should avoid keeping in your bathroom
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 5:25 PM IST

Govt urges qcom firms to drop '10-minute delivery' branding: Reports

Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya reportedly held a series of meetings with quick-commerce companies and urged them to discontinue the branding associated with ultra-fast deliveries

Govt urges qcom firms to drop '10-minute delivery' branding: Reports
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 5:07 PM IST

Green card fraud to illegal hiring: Gujarati businessman's scam explained

A federal investigation in West Virginia uncovered unlawful employment, cash payments and a sham marriage used to seek a US green card

Green card fraud to illegal hiring: Gujarati businessman's scam explained
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 4:53 PM IST

India slips to third among Russian fossil fuel buyers amid sanctions

India's Russian fossil fuel imports fell sharply in December, pushing it to third place as Reliance and state refiners cut crude purchases amid sanctions and price caps

India slips to third among Russian fossil fuel buyers amid sanctions
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 4:50 PM IST

Google eyes Vietnam for high-end Pixel phones amid supply chain reset

Google is set to begin full development of its high-end Pixel phones in Vietnam, a move similar to Apple's efforts to reduce reliance on China

Google eyes Vietnam for high-end Pixel phones amid supply chain reset
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 4:38 PM IST

Small daily habits, big anatomical consequences: What your body is becoming

From phones to chairs to shoes, according to doctors, your small daily habits and choices are reshaping your body, with effects that often surface years later as stiffness and joint pain

Small daily habits, big anatomical consequences: What your body is becoming
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 4:24 PM IST

Why weight returns fast after stopping obesity drugs? Homeostasis explained

Here's how homeostasis, hormones and obesity drugs affect why lost weight often returns faster than expected

Why weight returns fast after stopping obesity drugs? Homeostasis explained
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 4:20 PM IST

IRCTC tickets now Aadhaar-only and costlier: Here's all you need to know

Train fares go up and Aadhaar-only booking begins for general reserved tickets

IRCTC tickets now Aadhaar-only and costlier: Here's all you need to know
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 3:56 PM IST

Venezuela crisis unlikely to hit India oil prices in near term: Crisil

On January 3, the US launched a large-scale operation in Venezuela's capital Caracas and captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores

Venezuela crisis unlikely to hit India oil prices in near term: Crisil
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 3:33 PM IST

Why Havana Syndrome is back in focus after a 'secret device' test by the US

A covertly acquired device by Pentagon that emits pulsed radio waves is under US testing, reopening questions around Havana Syndrome even as officials say evidence of a foreign attack remains limited

Why Havana Syndrome is back in focus after a 'secret device' test by the US
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 3:28 PM IST

Kite flying injuries during Makar Sankranti: What to do and what to avoid

Colourful skies mask serious dangers during Makar Sankranti. Expert outlines the most common kite-related injuries and the safety steps that can prevent them

Kite flying injuries during Makar Sankranti: What to do and what to avoid
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 3:21 PM IST

2026 begins with big layoffs: Meta, Citigroup, BlackRock reduce staff

Meta, Citigroup and BlackRock have announced major layoffs this month, cutting hundreds to thousands of jobs as companies restructure in 2026

2026 begins with big layoffs: Meta, Citigroup, BlackRock reduce staff
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 3:14 PM IST

What is skin fasting and should you try it for healthier winter skin?

Trending on social media, skin fasting promises calmer, brighter skin. Experts break down the benefits, risks, and common mistakes to avoid

What is skin fasting and should you try it for healthier winter skin?
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 3:05 PM IST

ICICI Prudential Life Q3FY26 result: Net profit jumps 19% to ₹387 cr

ICICI Prudential Life's net premium income for the quarter dropped 3.7 per cent year-on-year at ₹11,809.26 crore from ₹12,261.37 crore in Q3FY25

ICICI Prudential Life Q3FY26 result: Net profit jumps 19% to ₹387 cr
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

UK work visas sold for Rs 23 lakh: How Indian-origin woman duped migrants

Undercover investigation alleges fraudulent Skilled Worker and Global Talent visas backed by forged documents and fake payroll trails

UK work visas sold for Rs 23 lakh: How Indian-origin woman duped migrants
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 2:41 PM IST

US withdraws policy restricting lending bias against immigrants: Explained

US lenders can now factor immigration status in credit decisions, but core protections remain

US withdraws policy restricting lending bias against immigrants: Explained
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 2:38 PM IST

₹3.5 cr on cow dung cancer research: Science or waste of taxpayer money?

A state-funded cancer research project centred on cow-based remedies has triggered debate. Surgical oncologist explains what science says, what evidence is missing, and why accountability matters

₹3.5 cr on cow dung cancer research: Science or waste of taxpayer money?
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 2:08 PM IST

India-Canada ties 'catching up', says Indian envoy ahead of Carney's visit

After strained ties, Canada PM Mark Carney will visit India soon as both countries aim to reset relations and expand trade amid global tariff tensions

India-Canada ties 'catching up', says Indian envoy ahead of Carney's visit
Updated On : 13 Jan 2026 | 2:01 PM IST