US midterm elections 2026: Why do Maine and Alaska count votes differently from other states? Here's how ranked-choice voting worksIn most of the US states, elections follow a traditional voting system in which the candidate receiving the highest number of votes wins. U...
02 Nov, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Government giving Rs 8,000 as diwali bonus? PIB responds to viral claimThe Press Information Bureau issued a warning about fraudulent WhatsApp messages claiming an Rs 8,000 Diwali bonus. These messages ask reci...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
Mass brands give liquor companies a hangover"It is difficult to pinpoint the reasons for the slowdown, even in states such as Uttar Pradesh which had recorded strong growth earlier," ...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.51 AM IST
Islam Makhachev says his next fight will be ‘one of the last’: How much has the UFC Champions earned over his 11-year long career?Islam Makhachev has recently signaled potential retirement, suggesting that his next fight could mark the conclusion of his illustrious car...
01 Nov, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
Bonus issues, stock splits, dividends: Infosys, Asian Paints among over 40 stocks turning ex-date this weekMore than 40 companies have scheduled record dates for dividends, bonus issues, rights issues and stock splits during November 2–6, 2026. M...
01 Nov, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Corporate offsites, incentive trips make a comeback as companies resume travel plansCorporate offsites and incentive trips are witnessing a revival as companies resume travel plans. Businesses are now scheduling deferred tr...
01 Nov, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
EAM Jaishankar urges Quad to focus on freedom of choiceExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized freedom of choice and resilient supply chains during the Quad meeting. He highlighted cou...
01 Nov, 2026, 06.39 AM IST
India complete Commonwealth Kabaddi double with commanding men''s final win over Sri LankaThe Indian men's team defeated Sri Lanka 54-20 to clinch the inaugural men's crown, while the women beat Uganda 35-15 earlier in the evenin...
31 Oct, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
Global business school applications fall 10%; Indian students increasingly turn to Europe, Asia: GMAC reportGlobal applications for graduate management education programmes declined by 10% for the 2026-27 class. Europe and Asia reported growth, wh...
31 Oct, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
Govt to meet liquor firms as domestic giants join foreign peers in Scotch disputeIndia's government is holding talks with liquor companies regarding tariff reductions on bulk Scotch imports. Major firms, including Diageo...
31 Oct, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Noida labour bonus claims fake, FIR registered against those spreading misinformation: Additional Labour CommissionerAmid misleading reports circulating on social media regarding labour bonus payments, Additional Labour Commissioner Rakesh Dwivedi on Satur...
31 Oct, 2026, 11.48 AM IST
Polymarket paused international trading after a security issue involving a third-party providerTrading was paused for about an hour and resumed Thursday afternoon. The company has promised to fully reimburse any affected traders.
30 Oct, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
G20 diplomats, including from China and Russia, face deep rifts as they prepare to meet in AtlantaTop diplomats from the G20 nations are convening in Atlanta to discuss pressing global issues. Key topics include regional conflicts and tr...
30 Oct, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Post-study jobs are the biggest factor shaping Indian students’ overseas education choices, says IDP reportIn the face of shifting visa regulations, Indian students continue to pursue education abroad, emphasising the value of post-study job oppo...
29 Oct, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
'Dropboxers, today will be your last day': Dropbox lays off 9% of global workforce; CTO Ali Dasdan to step down. Read what the company said in memoDropbox is set to cut approximately 200 jobs as part of its growth-oriented reorganization plan. The focus will be on restructuring teams i...
28 Oct, 2026, 11.50 PM IST
BMC to pay Rs 33,000 Diwali bonus this year; over 83,000 employees to benefit: Union leadersBrihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has declared a Diwali bonus of Rs 33,000 for its employees this year. This bonus is an increase from las...
28 Oct, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
Utssav CZ Gold Jewels approves 1:1 bonus issue, to double equity capitalUtssav CZ Gold Jewels Ltd has proposed a 1:1 bonus share issue that will double its capital. The board has approved the issuance of 2.5 cro...
24 Oct, 2026, 10.32 PM IST