Pay $750, get a quicker US visa interview. Approval? That's still uncertainThe US Department of State has launched a pilot allowing eligible B1/B2 visa applicants to pay an additional $750 for an interview appointm...
24 Jul, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
Air India, Saudia to expand strategic cooperationAir India and Saudia have signed a preliminary pact to expand their strategic cooperation. This memorandum of understanding sets out a phas...
23 Jul, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
Government monitoring 2,485 glacial lakes in Himalayan river basins; 56 classified as very high riskThe government said it has classified 56 glacial lakes as "very high risk" based on a scientific assessment carried out in 2025.
23 Jul, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
In 1938, millions of Americans thought Martians had invaded Earth after a radio broadcast sounded so real that it triggered nationwide panicIn 1938, radio drama caused panic across America: Orson Welles' 1938 radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds caused widespread confusion a...
23 Jul, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
India on course to become one of world's top-10 sporting nations by 2036: Union MinisterIndia plans to become a top 10 sporting nation by 2036. The nation also aims for a top five ranking by 2047. The Khelo India programme has ...
23 Jul, 2026, 07.23 PM IST
Canada: Ontario launches first phase of major immigration programme overhaulOntario has launched a new immigration program, replacing eight existing streams with one. This new system will reopen later this year, req...
23 Jul, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
Karnataka startups to gain access to Europe market through Bengaluru Tech SummitThe initiative is part of the state government's efforts to deepen the startup ecosystem's engagement with Europe through collaborations ac...
23 Jul, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
DRDO partners with AIESL, Adani Defence for new surveillance aircraftThe DRDO signed agreements for converting six A321 aircraft to a green configuration. This conversion will support the development and prod...
22 Jul, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
HAL, French major Safran sign contract for engine turbine forgingsHindustan Aeronautics Limited has signed a long-term agreement with Safran Aircraft Engines. This pact involves producing and supplying tur...
22 Jul, 2026, 09.25 PM IST
Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh says welfare benefits worth Rs 91.66 crore to bring relief amid prolonged crisisManipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh distributed welfare benefits worth Rs 91.66 crore. These benefits were provided to nearly 2,4...
22 Jul, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
Delhi tops affordability; lags in attracting global studentsDelhi and Mumbai offer affordable study options, ranking globally for low tuition fees. These Indian cities struggle significantly with int...
22 Jul, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
India's ethanol mission sees state-run fuel firms spend Rs 1.72 lakh crorePublic Sector OMCs spent over Rs 48,000 crore on ethanol procurement in ESY 2023-24. They procured Rs 73,996 crore worth of ethanol during ...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
Britain's new Prime Minister to cut taxes on electricity billsThe new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will cut taxes on electricity bills. This move aims to ease the ongoing cost-of-living crisis f...
21 Jul, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Big boost for Atmanirbhar Bharat! After Skyroot's success, another private firm announces breakthrough in indigenous fighter jet engine technologyPaninian India has unveiled its Yantur 4.5 kN turbofan engine programme. This initiative aims to develop India's first privately built comp...
20 Jul, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
Etihad offers up to 20% off flights from India to 30+ international destinationsEtihad Airways has launched a limited-time sale offering travellers from India up to 20% off Business and Economy fares to more than 30 des...
20 Jul, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
IHCL, Tata Strive, ANIIDCO launch hospitality training programme in AndamansSeveral organizations have partnered to enhance hospitality workforce development in the islands. This initiative aims to improve employabi...
17 Jul, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
Jitendra Singh releases Rs 1,500 crore under third phase of Biomedical Research Career ProgrammeUnion Minister Jitendra Singh released fifteen hundred crore rupees for the Biomedical Research Career Programme. This funding supports out...
15 Jul, 2026, 08.27 PM IST