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FASTag Annual Pass launched today: Check price, validity, and how to apply

The government has launched FASTag Annual Pass for smoother highway travel; here's how to apply, check price and validity

Trump's tariffs add $150 billion to US revenue, but where will it go

Donald Trump's tariffs have generated $150 billion in revenue, but questions remain on how it will be used amid deficit and debt concerns

Trump tariffs raise alarm, but how dependent is India on US imports

India's exposure to US imports is limited, but sectors like aerospace, LNG, and high-end tech remain strategically vulnerable

India hit with 50% tariffs: How countries are reacting to Trump's trade war

India slammed Trump's 50% tariff as unjustified; Canada, Brazil, and China also face new US trade actions, prompting strong backlash, WTO threats, and fresh retaliation

PM Modi unveils India's green HQ for governance: What is Kartavya Bhavan

Kartavya Bhavan-03 is the first of ten planned Common Central Secretariat (CCS) buildings; everything you need about the building, design, and more

Explained: Why feeding pigeons has become a political flashpoint in Mumbai

Mumbai's Kabutarkhana controversy revolves around issues of public health, religious protest, and political fallout ahead of civic polls

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

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

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

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

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

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

India, UK sign FTA: What it means and how it will help both countries

India and the UK have signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement aiming to boost bilateral trade by nearly $34 billion annually, slash tariffs, and create thousands of jobs in both countries

India, UK to ink FTA today: Trade, defence, energy on Modi-Starmer agenda

The Free Trade Agreement is being described as India's most comprehensive trade pact ever and the UK's most significant since Brexit

Explained: What the India-UK free trade deal means for both economies

India and the UK are likely to sign a long-awaited free trade deal during PM Modi's visit to London on July 24, aiming to boost trade, cut tariffs, and deepen economic ties

Why JPMorgan may offer crypto loans despite CEO Dimon's bitcoin doubts

JPMorgan is considering giving loans backed by bitcoin and ether, even as its CEO Jamie Dimon remains skeptical of crypto; the move shows growing bank interest in digital assets

Explained: Why Bombay HC acquitted all 12 in 2006 Mumbai train blasts case

On July 11, 2006, seven blasts tore through Mumbai local trains, killing 187 people and injuring over 800. Nineteen years later, Bombay High Court acquits all 12 accused, citing 'lack of credible evid

Cane sugar vs corn syrup: Why Coca-Cola formulas differ across borders

Donald Trump's push for real cane sugar in US Coca-Cola highlights long-standing economic, health and political divides over HFCS vs cane sugar, from Midwest corn to Florida cane