MHA notifies FCRA rules defining religious activities, tightens complianceNew rules from the Home Ministry now define what qualifies as religious activity for foreign-funded organizations in India. The updated fra...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
PhonePe wallet inactivity fees do not affect bank accounts or UPI transactionsPhonePe clarifies inactivity fees apply solely to its prepaid wallet, not linked bank accounts or UPI transactions. Users receiving notific...
20 Jun, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Ageing EVMs, more booths: EC seeks Rs 500 crore ahead of 2029 pollsThe Election Commission of India is preparing for the 2029 general elections. It needs over ₹500 crore to buy new electronic voting machine...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
J. Kumar bets big on tunnelling as India’s urban pipeline expandsAs India races ahead with metro expansion and urban infrastructure development, execution excellence is becoming the defining factor behind...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Can pouring a bucket of water on AC compressor cut your electricity bills?As heatwaves grip Indian cities, a simple hack of pouring water on AC outdoor units can offer temporary efficiency boosts. This method cool...
15 Jun, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
Trust is no longer free: Indian consumers are willing to pay extra, says surveyIndia's home services market is changing. Consumers are now paying more for verified service providers. This shift is driven by a desire fo...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks may give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsFor the last few earnings seasons, the message has been: “Show me growth, I have the money.” Stocks with better-than-expected earnings saw ...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
Forget rising fuel costs, Delhi-NCR apartment residents may soon face higher maintenance billsHousing societies across NCR are reassessing maintenance charges after revised minimum wages significantly increased manpower costs for sec...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
RBI declares record Rs 2.87 lakh crore dividend to cushion war shockThe Reserve Bank of India announced a record surplus transfer to the government for FY26, though it falls short of budget estimates. This s...
23 May, 2026, 06.11 AM IST
India's Rs 1.7 lakh crore fuel crisis may have found an unlikely fixIndia faces high energy import costs and a weakening ₹. A Monaco company, FOWE Eco Solutions, presents a water-based fuel emulsion technolo...
17 May, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
Hospitals warn Central Government Health Scheme reimbursement cap may hurt cancer treatmentA major private hospital group warns of a crisis for advanced cancer patients under the Central Government Health Scheme. A reimbursement c...
13 May, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
Rising energy bills: How EVs, rooftop solar, induction cooking can protect your household budget and how much they actually costFuel prices are volatile, electricity tariffs are rising, and your LPG cylinder is at the mercy of global events. Here’s how switching to a...
11 May, 2026, 11.49 AM IST
India's Rs 11.2 trillion distribution capex to anchor smart metering shift towards outcomes: Central Electricity AuthorityIndia's power distribution sector is undergoing a massive Rs 11.2 trillion transformation by 2035. Smart metering is shifting focus to meas...
06 May, 2026, 07.32 PM IST
Why your AC doesn’t cool faster at 18°C? Here's the 'low-cost' trick experts say is the real ‘sweet spot’ for perfect coolingWith Indian summers reaching record highs in 2026, experts debunk long-held myths about air conditioning. While many instinctively drop the...
23 Apr, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
Unauthorised sale in Delhi Metro to attract penalty up to Rs 5,000 under amended Jan Vishwas BillSelling items without permission in Delhi Metro will soon cost up to Rs 5,000. Parliament passed the Jan Vishwas Bill, changing minor offen...
04 Apr, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Children-in-law will also be responsible for care of the agedThe amendments to the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, cleared by the Union cabinet on Wednesday, have been expa...
05 Dec, 2019, 10.45 AM IST
Cabinet nod to amendments to senior citizens lawThe Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens (Amendment) Bill, 2019 provides basic needs, safety and security to senior citiz...
04 Dec, 2019, 03.58 PM IST