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Explained: Flash floods, cloudbursts and how they trigger deadly disasters

Flash floods and cloudbursts are sudden and destructive but not the same; here's how they differ from regular floods, landslides, and mudslides across India

How Brazil, US, and EU tackled ethanol blends before India's E20 push

India's move to widespread E20 ethanol-blended petrol follows the footsteps of Brazil, the US, and Europe - offering key lessons in consumer acceptance, industry policy, and vehicle readiness

6 years of abrogation of Article 370: Why it matters and what has changed?

Six years after Article 370 was scrapped, debates continue over its impact on J&K's security, development, and political future, with statehood restoration still a key demand on the ground

Cleaner fuel, lower mileage: Will ethanol blend hurt your car engines?

Ethanol can promote corrosion of metal components, and strip deposits from fuel systems, potentially clogging filters and lines. So higher the blend, higher the chances of old engines getting affected

ED probe into Anil Ambani linked companies: What turns bad loan into fraud

As the Enforcement Directorate acts on a ₹3,000 crore loan case linked to Anil Ambani's group, here's how Indian law defines loan fraud and when defaults turn into criminal cases

New banking law kicks in today to boost governance, protect deposits

The Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 takes effect today, introducing key reforms to improve governance, enhance PSB audits, and safeguard depositors across India

Trump calls India and Russia 'dead economies' but data tells a different story

From India's trillion-dollar export surge to Russia's energy strength, trade data counters Trump's claim amid escalating tariffs and tensions

UK, Germany, Australia, US: Costs, top colleges & tips for Indian students

With US visa slots still scarce, Indian students are weighing other study destinations like the UK, Germany, and Australia-cost, culture, and visas all in play

Explained: Why NIA court acquitted all 7 in 2008 Malegaon blast case

A special NIA court acquitted all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, citing lack of evidence and probe lapses; the blast killed six and injured over 100 near a mosque during Ramzan

Massive oil reserves in Pakistan, says Trump: Here's what US said in 2015

Pakistan's untapped shale reserves have long intrigued energy analysts. A 2015 US report had already mapped billions of barrels underground

F-1 visa delays leave thousands of Indian students in N Carolina in limbo

With the US fall semester days away, Indian students are struggling to get visa slots, prompting 15 US lawmakers to urge action amid growing concern

NSDL IPO opens today: How Harshad Mehta scam led demat revolution in India

From the 1992 Harshad Mehta scam to its public listing in 2025: How NSDL helped modernise and build the dematerialised capital market ecosystem in India

US visa doesn't guarantee entry: Minor red flags can lead to deportation

A valid US visa doesn't guarantee entry. Here's why CBP officers can still deny you at the airport-and what travellers should do to avoid trouble

Explained: Why India's 2027 emission target has automakers on edge

India wants to cut vehicle emissions by 33 per cent by 2027, but carmakers say the targets are too steep, too soon, and could hurt jobs, raise prices, and stall the industry's green transition

Explained: Türkiye unveils Gazap, its most powerful non-nuclear bomb yet

Türkiye also unveiled the NEB-2 Ghost, a next-gen bunker-buster bomb, alongside Gazap at the 2025 International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) in Istanbul

Explained: What is the new 15% US-EU tariff deal and what does it cover?

Donald Trump and EU chief von der Leyen agree to 15 per cent tariffs on most EU goods, avoiding a 30 per cent hike; deal includes zero tariffs on select items, major energy buys, but key gaps remain

Why Chinese are leaving property sector jobs to acquire drone skills

Facing a property slump and youth unemployment, many in China are now training as drone flight planners-part of a government push to build a $210 bn low-altitude economy

Why Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis calls Meta's AI poaching 'rational'

Demis Hassabis says Meta's aggressive AI hiring strategy is logical for a firm trailing in the race, but insists mission-not money-should drive cutting-edge AI work

Babies who never cry: The story of reborn dolls that sell for $8,000

From US collectors to Brazilian lawmakers, hyper-realistic dolls are now sparking emotional and political reactions at $8,000 price point

Trump's immigration overhaul: What it means for H-1B and citizenship tests

US to prioritise high-wage roles in visa lottery; tougher naturalisation standards planned