Booked flat for Rs 24 lakh in 2010, paid Rs 40 lakh over time, still no possession in 2026; homebuyers awarded full refund and Rs 2.5 lakh compensation eachThe case dates back to 2010 when the two homebuyers had made bookings for 3BHK flats in a housing society project initially proposed in Noi...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
Thailand updates carry-on rules for power banks. Here's what changesNew rules in Thailand now limit power bank sizes and ban them from checked luggage. Passengers can carry power banks up to 100Wh in hand lu...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
14,400 years ago, five people and a canid entered an Italian cave using pine twigs for lightScientists have uncovered how prehistoric humans explored deep caves nearly 14,400 years ago. A group of five people and their dog navigate...
08 Jun, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
How to clean a glass stovetop and remove stubborn burnt food the easy wayGlass stovetops are popular for their modern look. However, many people damage them by cleaning incorrectly. A quick wipe down after cookin...
20 May, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
Boss blames engineer after office workstation running nonstop for years suddenly fails; company now demands over $5,000 for ‘negligent damage’A Reddit post from an Illinois-based mechanical engineer is drawing attention after he claimed his employer attempted to charge him $5,200 ...
10 May, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
Experts back OTC access to NRT across all formats and dosages, including 2 mg and 4 mg, as India struggles with a Tobacco quit success rate under 5%The report highlights the significant economic burden of tobacco use, particularly among low-income households, and underscores how reducin...
08 May, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
Why US stock market surging big today on final day of April? Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all in green as Dow jumps record 500 points — Nvidia, Intel and Meta Platforms stocks crashUS stock market surging big today. Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rally as Dow jumps record 500 points. A powerful mix of blowout earnings, ...
30 Apr, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
Caught on camera: Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag filmed vaping in dressing roomRajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was filmed vaping in the team dressing room during a live match broadcast. The incident occurred in th...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Why Skipping Annual Smoke Detector Checks May Be a Mistake Homeowners OverlookSmoke detectors are crucial safety devices often overlooked, yet their malfunction significantly increases fire fatality risks. Regular ann...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
IPL 2026: 986 runs, two 260+ chases, and the night the bowlers sufferedIPL 2026: A remarkable Saturday in T20 cricket saw record-breaking scores and successful chases. KL Rahul's 152* and a 15-year-old's centur...
26 Apr, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
GST at 40%: Cigarettes turn into India’s costliest status markerSmoking is now a sign of wealth in India. Higher taxes make cigarettes expensive. This makes lighting up a cigarette a display of disposabl...
08 Apr, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
Spain’s outdoor smoking ban proposal could bring changes for touristsSpain's government is proposing a ban on smoking in various outdoor public spaces, including beaches and restaurant terraces, aiming to pri...
16 Sep, 2025, 01.49 PM IST
Are Americans smoking less? Here's what a survey says on when U.S adults lit up recentlyOnly 11% of American adults reported smoking cigarettes recently, according to current Gallup data, which shows that adult smoking has fall...
26 Aug, 2024, 10.45 PM IST
New Zealand passes world's first law to ban smoking for future generationNew Zealand became the world's first country to ban smoking for future generations. The bill was passed in parliament on Tuesday.
13 Dec, 2022, 09.56 PM IST
Pay hike can reduce smoking ratesA new US study has found that a 10 per cent increase in wages leads to about a 5 per cent drop in smoking rates among workers.
01 Sep, 2015, 02.05 PM IST
Tripling tobacco taxes may avoid 200 million deaths worldwide"A higher tax on tobacco is the single most effective intervention to lower smoking rates and to deter future smokers," Jha said.
02 Jan, 2014, 02.20 PM IST
Graphic warning on cigarettes can stop millions from smokingGraphic warnings labels on cigarette packets could lead to 8.6 million fewer smokers in the US, a new study has found.
26 Nov, 2013, 05.47 PM IST