BSNL steps up rural 4G push, expands connectivity across remote areas in Odisha, Andhra PradeshThe Indian telecom giant BSNL is on a mission to enhance connectivity in rural areas. Recently, Odisha unveiled 1,741 new 4G towers, connec...
14 Aug, 2026, 06.52 PM IST
Insurer rejected Rs 50 lakh claim after man’s death; consumer panel finds insurer at fault, orders full payout with 6% interestInsurer rejected Rs 50 lakh claim after man’s death: A consumer commission has directed Cigna TTK to pay Rs 50 lakh after finding that the ...
14 Aug, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
No gutkha, no pan masala: Karnataka announces one-year ban on prohibited tobacco and nicotine productsKarnataka gutkha ban: Karnataka has announced a one-year ban on the sale and distribution of tobacco and nicotine products, including gutkh...
14 Aug, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Gland Pharma appoints Dr Reddy’s senior executive Deepak Sapra as CEOGland Pharma has appointed Deepak Sapra as its new chief executive officer, with his tenure set to begin on November 16, 2026, subject to h...
14 Aug, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
In 2017, Lancet scientists forecast life expectancy across 35 industrialized countries using 21 statistical models. 13 years later, South Korean women are projected to average about 90.8 years, potentially setting a historic human longevity recordSouth Korean women are projected to surpass ninety years of life expectancy by 2030. This milestone is driven by widespread healthcare acce...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.46 AM IST
15% lifetime premium discount and pregnancy break for women; check what all this women-centric new term plan offersICICI Prudential Life Insurance has unveiled the ICICI Pru iProtect Smart Her, a dedicated term plan tailored for women. This plan features...
13 Aug, 2026, 04.52 PM IST
Parents can get up to $5,000 per violation by suing social media apps; this US state signs act to protect kids from social media addiction- here's everything you need to knowNew Jersey enacted the Kids Code Act, which will regulate online services for minors. This law aims to increase platform responsibility for...
13 Aug, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
Louisiana Vibrio vulnificus kills 5: Are oysters linked to the flesh-eating bacteria? Where is the outbreak spreading?Vibrio Vulnificus Louisiana Outbreak: Louisiana has reported five deaths linked toVibrio vulnificusinfections, raising concerns about the f...
13 Aug, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
US President Donald Trump's childhood vaccine order: What it does and what doctors sayPresident Donald Trump signed an executive order reducing routine childhood vaccinations. The order also directs the Justice Department to ...
12 Aug, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Nearly 30,000 pounds of beef recalled in Florida, Texas: Reason and affected productsNearly thirty thousand pounds of raw beef from Argentina are being recalled in Florida and Texas. This recall is due to the products enteri...
11 Aug, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Karnataka tightens food safety rules as hotel inspections uncover tonnes of unsafe foodKarnataka has issued a detailed food-safety advisory for hotels, restaurants, caterers and food businesses amid intensified inspections acr...
11 Aug, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
Healthcare costs overtake job security, EMIs as top financial worry for corporate IndiaCorporate India's biggest financial concern is now rising healthcare costs, a new survey reveals. Unexpected medical expenses cause financi...
10 Aug, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
Group term life: Why salary-linked insurance cover can matter after death and offer critical financial support to familyThe objective of life insurance is to provide a replacement income to the dependents of the deceased employee. That is why it is important ...
10 Aug, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
FIRE isn't the finish line: Escape from 9-5 with early retirement is fine but finding purpose after financial freedom is crucialVamsi Ayyagari and Gajendra Sharma are among professionals who are leaving corporate jobs to follow their entrepreneurial dreams. They focu...
10 Aug, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
Uttarakhand bans manufacture, sale of substandard dairy productsUttarakhand has banned substandard dairy products like paneer and ghee. This prohibition includes items made with vegetable oils and chemic...
08 Aug, 2026, 06.13 AM IST
Buying health insurance after 60? Here's how senior citizens can reduce premiums and increase coverageWorried about rising healthcare costs after 60? Discover how senior citizens can secure robust health insurance without breaking the bank. ...
07 Aug, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
Need to encourage young adults to buy health cover, says Aditya Birla Health Insurance CEOFor those under thirty-five, acquiring health insurance is vital for managing risks and financial burdens. Despite representing a substanti...
04 Aug, 2026, 08.37 PM IST