At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heatwave in France, Belgium and NetherlandsEurope is grappling with the aftermath of a severe June heatwave, which has resulted in an estimated 3,700 excess deaths across France, the...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Capgemini daycare case: NCPCR launches suo motu probe, team heads to BengaluruThe National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has launched a fact-finding inquiry into alleged physical abuse at a Bengalu...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
Indian Embassy in Venezuela seeks thorough probe into alleged desecration of deceased sailor's bodyIndia's Embassy in Venezuela is demanding a full investigation into the alleged desecration and organ removal from the body of Indian sailo...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.08 AM IST
Merchant, arbitrage flows extend rupee's losing streak even as dollar slumpsThe Indian rupee weakened for the fourth straight session against the dollar on Thursday, despite a weaker dollar and likely central bank i...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
Investing for your child's future through PPF? Here's what every parent should know before opening a PPF accountParents can open a Public Provident Fund (PPF) account for their minor children to secure their future, benefiting from compounding over th...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.22 AM IST
She studied on road while her mother sold flowers: Chennai girl’s quiet battle for education has a lesson about hard work many parents find hard to teach kidsChennai girl studies on the footpath beside her mother's flower stall in Tambaram. The young girl's unwavering focus on her studies beside ...
02 Jul, 2026, 09.21 AM IST
11-year-old Canadian boy died of rabies after waking up with a bat on his face despite having no visible bite marksA tragic case in Ontario highlights the deadly risks of bat encounters. An 11-year-old boy died of rabies after a bat landed on his face, d...
02 Jul, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
Psychology says people who raise a dog along with their new-born child aren't as stressed as many people assume: What research revealsPsychology says people who raise a dog along with their new-born child aren't always taking on an extra burden. Research suggests that livi...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.29 AM IST
The way you walk may reveal how long you will live. Study finds a simple clue linked to longer lifespanA new study published in Gerontology suggests that the speed at which older adults begin taking a step, especially while performing a menta...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.31 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Stoic philosopher Seneca: 'You act like mortals in all that you fear, and like immortals in...'- Life lessons on mortality, desire, stoicism, and living with intentionAncient Roman philosopher Seneca highlighted a core human paradox: we fear our mortality yet live as if time is infinite. This disconnect f...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
India bonds up on oil slump, foreign inflows; 10-year yield posts biggest monthly fall in 7 yearsIn June, Indian government bonds underwent a remarkable rally, showcasing the largest monthly yield drop for the benchmark 10-year bond in ...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
Indian restaurant in Vietnam accuses Indian family of vandalism, threatening staff over child's behaviourAn Indian restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City has accused a family of Indian tourists of vandalism and threatening staff after a dispute over a ...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
India convenes third preparatory meet of BRICS Women's Working GroupIndia, under its BRICS Chairship, hosted the third preparatory meeting for the BRICS Women's Working Group virtually. Discussions centered ...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Assam's public health system is among the finest in the country: Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam's public health system is now among the nation's best, with significant improvements in Maternal Mortality Ratio, now at 84, below th...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
Mortal remains of 8 Indians repatriated from Ras Laffan: Indian embassy in DohaThe Indian Embassy in Doha has confirmed the return of mortal remains for eight Indian nationals who tragically lost their lives in the Ras...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.22 AM IST
In touch with Qatari authorities to bring back mortal remains of Indians killed in explosion: MEATragedy struck Qatar's Ras Laffan gas field as an explosion claimed the lives of 12 Indian nationals, with 66 others injured. India's Minis...
23 Jun, 2026, 09.52 PM IST
India makes gains in child, maternal health but nutrition challenges persist: SBI reportIndia's latest health survey reveals significant improvements in maternal care and child vaccination rates. Stunting among children has see...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST