India slips to 125th in Global Passport Index 2026, offers visa-free access to 26 destinationsIndia's passport has dropped to 125th globally in the 2026 rankings, offering visa-free access to only 26 destinations. This marks a declin...
05 Jul, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
On America's big birthday, mixed emotions over legacy and futureAmericans marked 250 years of independence with a mix of pride and concern. Thousands gathered on the National Mall, facing extreme heat an...
05 Jul, 2026, 07.32 AM IST
On This Day in History, July 5: Amazon founded, Seinfeld premieres, Bikini debuts, Venezuela declares independence, Cape Verde gains freedomOn This Day in History, July 5 highlights pivotal moments that shaped politics, science, culture and global history. From Isaac Newton publ...
04 Jul, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
On This Day in History, July 4: Declaration of Independence proclaimed, Battle of Hattin, Statue of Liberty presented, Philippines gains independence, Higgs boson discovery and moreOn This Day in History, July 4, the United States proclaimed the Declaration of Independence, while other landmark events included the Batt...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
Fourth of July weather forecast in US: “Potentially the hottest ever” as heat dome sends temperatures soaring above 100 degrees across multiple statesFourth of July weather update: Millions across the eastern United States face dangerous heat this Fourth of July weekend, with temperatures...
03 Jul, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlandsPortugal's widespread eucalyptus plantations, established for industry, are now fueling devastating wildfires. These fast-growing trees, im...
03 Jul, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
July 4 Independence Day: History, significance and why the US celebrates itAmerica's Independence Day, celebrated annually on July 4th, commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, freeing the...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
SDF says it never entered into any electoral or political alliance with BJP in SikkimThe Sikkim Democratic Front (SDF) has vehemently denied any electoral or political alliance with the BJP, refuting claims of "selling" MLAs...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
From admission to employability: How Indian students can prepare for UK universitiesUK education offers more than a degree, fostering independent thought and career readiness. With nearly 99,000 Indian students in 2024, the...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.47 AM IST
India has Microsoft's market. Ireland has its profitsMicrosoft's inaugural public tax report reveals a stark disconnect between its global market presence and where profits are booked. While I...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.15 AM IST
Adar Poonawalla Family Office invests Rs 700 crore in Inox CleanAdar Poonawalla's family office has injected Rs 700 crore into Inox Clean Energy, This significant investment bolsters Inox Clean's integra...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
India emerges as AI opportunity hub, but UN panel warns of gaps in infrastructure, talent and safeguardsA UN-backed panel's initial report highlights India's AI healthcare successes but warns of a growing 'AI divide'. While India possesses tal...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Beyond Sectors: Independent categories recognising India's cross-border leadersThe Independent Categories at the Payoneer India Cross-Border Excellence Awards 2026 recognise businesses creating global impact beyond ind...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key eventsOn This Day in History, July 1 marks a date shaped by major military campaigns, nation-building, scientific breakthroughs and cultural mile...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
"You'll understand at my age": Bengaluru techie asks why boss bought Rs 1.5 crore flat instead of a bigger hometown houseA Bengaluru techie's query about his manager buying a Rs 1.5 crore flat instead of a larger hometown house ignited a social media debate. R...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.13 PM IST
Meet the $500,000 ChatGPT-powered humanoid robots acting as teachers, counsellors and translators in a San Diego schoolCalifornia's Altus Schools has deployed two life-sized, ChatGPT-powered humanoid robots, Ameca, to assist teachers and students. These robo...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
Treat administrative data as national asset: PK MishraIndia's administrative data should be treated as a national asset to enhance policymaking and service delivery, according to Principal Secr...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST