Super El NiƱo 2026 is reshaping hurricane season. Here's what NOAA forecastsNOAA predicts a below-average Atlantic hurricane season for 2026. A strong El Niño is expected to suppress storm development significantly ...
07 Aug, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
No fear or favour, a uniform legal codeWest Bengal's initiative to enforce noise pollution regulations showcases a commendable standard of civic discipline. This enforcement serv...
06 Aug, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
Indian Consulate in Dubai prioritises Tatkal passport backlog, aims for zero pendency before Independence DayThe Indian Consulate in Dubai is clearing urgent passport applications before Independence Day. Priority is given to Tatkal category applic...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
Rahul Gandhi indulging in petty politics, avoiding Parliament debate: BJP on Prayagraj student event rowThe BJP on Thursday accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of bypassing Parliament and engaging in "petty politics" after the venue for his p...
06 Aug, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
AlcoBev makers challenge FSSAI directive over flavoring, labelling norms in High CourtsIn a significant move, United Spirits and Associated Alcohol & Breweries are contesting a directive from the food regulator regarding flavo...
06 Aug, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
ED files chargesheet in Kotak Mahindra Bank, Panchkula MC PMLA caseThe Enforcement Directorate has launched a probe into alleged fraud involving bank officials, including a former deputy vice president and ...
05 Aug, 2026, 08.56 PM IST
China announces countermeasures against Washington, including controls on drones exports to the USChina has announced a fresh set of economic countermeasures against the US, including export controls on drones and sanctions on six Americ...
05 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
Plea on consumers 'right to know': Supreme Court grants six weeks to states, others to file responsesThe Supreme Court granted states six weeks to file responses on a consumer 'right to know' plea. This plea seeks to inform consumers about ...
05 Aug, 2026, 02.35 PM IST
IPA seeks to regularise 'legacy' drugsThe Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance seeks to regularize many drugs. These drugs have been marketed for years without central approval. Examp...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
Anthropic names global affairs chief to tackle AI policy as Trump tensions persistAnthropic has appointed Mariano-Florentino Cuellar as its chief global affairs officer. Cuellar will manage relationships with governments ...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
China develops world's first tunnel boring-and-blasting machine for mountainous terrainChina has unveiled an advanced hybrid tunnel boring and blasting machine that combines excavation with drilling and blasting techniques. Wi...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.09 PM IST
Book recommendations by Spider-man's MJ Zendaya: Looking for your next read? Check actor's favourite novels on identity, love and belongingZendaya, fresh off a film success, shared her favorite books. She recommends Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye and James Baldwin's Giovanni's ...
04 Aug, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
FSSAI cracks down on two firms over misleading product claims; halts sale of Folineuro Syrup, Neuherbs True VitaminIndia's food regulator FSSAI has restricted Vatave Healthcare from selling its Folineuro syrup. The company made misleading claims about im...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
India bans sale of some Diageo, Inbrew whiskies and rum over flavouringIndia's food safety regulator has banned popular whiskies and rums from Diageo and Inbrew. These beverages were found to use artificial fla...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
'I've got no idea': Aiden Markram on prospect of leading LSG next IPL seasonAiden Markram has not considered captaining Lucknow Super Giants next year. He stated the franchise management can make the best decision f...
03 Aug, 2026, 09.43 AM IST
Harsh Goenka shares Japan's concept of putting humans inside fridges to beat extreme summer heat, wants them on street corners across India: What is it?Japan has introduced personal cooling booths to combat extreme summer heat. These "human fridges" rapidly lower body temperature after prol...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
FSSAI names United Spirits, INBREW in crackdown over added flavours voilation in alco-bev productsThe FSSAI has issued notices to several liquor manufacturers for adding artificial flavors. These companies are accused of imitating natura...
02 Aug, 2026, 10.14 PM IST