Telegram ban: HC asks government to present proof that justifies blockingDelhi High Court questioned the government's temporary ban on Telegram, imposed ahead of the NEET re-exam to curb cheating and fake paper c...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Delhi HC seeks govt reply on Telegram plea against NEET exam-time banThe Delhi High Court is reviewing Telegram's challenge to a temporary ban imposed before the NEET re-examination. The government blocked th...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.37 PM IST
Disproportionate, band-aid solution: IFF on Centre's curbs on Telegram ahead of NEET re-examThe Internet Freedom Foundation has voiced strong opposition to the government's controversial move to not only ban Telegram but also to st...
16 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
NEET-UG 2026 re-exam: Indian Army helicopter transports question papers to Tirunelveli amid tight securityThe NEET examination held last month was cancelled following allegations of question paper leakage, after which authorities announced that ...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.09 PM IST
Telegram temporarily restricted in India ahead of NEET re-exam; NTA welcomes Centre's moveTelegram access in India is temporarily restricted until June 22, 2026, following a government crackdown on fake NEET (UG) 2026 re-examinat...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
UK Prime Minister Starmer plans social media ban for under-16sBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to ban social media for children under 16, alongside restrictions on gaming and livestr...
15 Jun, 2026, 06.03 PM IST
India looking to scale up local AI infrastructure; NITI to reviewThe Indian government is developing a strategy for domestically controlled AI infrastructure to enhance AI adoption in governance and culti...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.13 AM IST
Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hoursPakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a significant development. The United States and Iran have reached an agreement on a pea...
13 Jun, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
Saudi Arabia to require Premium Residency holders to obtain dedicated work permitsSaudi Arabia's Premium Residency holders must now secure a dedicated work permit via the Qiwa digital platform, costing SR100. This new req...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
DLI-backed chip companies call for government procurement supportIndian semiconductor startups are urging the government for stronger market access and intellectual property protection. They highlight the...
13 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Call to extend duty cuts on critical inputs soonIndia is set to decide on extending customs duty relief for critical raw material imports beyond June 30. An inter-ministerial panel will r...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
Govt focusing on 'automation' of explosives units for safer operations: OfficialThe Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is prioritizing automation in explosives manufacturing. This move aims to signif...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
Global tech major Salesforce to skill one million learners with AI-focused skills by 2030Global tech firm Salesforce will train one million Indians in AI skills by 2030. This initiative, launched in Hyderabad, will use governmen...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
'Last year we exported Rs 35,000 crore components to China': Ashwini VaishnawIndia's electronics manufacturing is on the rise. Last year, components worth 35,000 crore rupees were exported to China. Around 250 new co...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
Kuwait launches online visa service for domestic workers, drivers; revises sponsorship rulesKuwait has introduced a new digital service for managing domestic workers and drivers. Citizens and expatriates can now use the Sahel app f...
07 Jun, 2026, 10.52 AM IST
IT secretary signals stricter government controls for AI, biometric devicesIndia is prioritising strategic autonomy and control over AI and biometric hardware, following global trends. Concerns over trusted sources...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
IT secretary signals stricter govt controls for AI, biometric devicesIndia's IT secretary, S Krishnan, emphasized the need for strategic autonomy and control over AI and biometric hardware. Citing concerns ov...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST