India establishes its National Environmental Standard Laboratory (NESL) at CSIR-NPL to certify air pollution monitoring equipment for local conditions, boosting environmental governance and reducing foreign dependence. Read more.
Indian Railways' latest modest fare hike is insufficient to address its high Operating Ratio. Learn why a gradual withdrawal of subsidies across all classes is crucial for its financial health and future investments.
A Deccan Herald editorial cartoon brilliantly lampoons the BJP's procedural misstep in the Rajya Sabha, sparking debate on parliamentary conduct. Read the sharp political satire.
Delhi Assembly amends Court Fees Act, 1870. Litigants to get full court fee refund even in private out-of-court settlements, removing 50% refund limit. Major relief for petitioners.
UPESSC decides to digitise all records and frame SOPs for recruitment. The move aims to boost transparency, efficiency, and prevent technical glitches in exams. Read more.
Uttarakhand High Court's new circular mandates serving summons via WhatsApp & email in cheque bounce complaints, modernising legal procedures. Read the full details.
India establishes its own National Environmental Standard Laboratory in Delhi to certify air monitoring gear for local conditions, cutting import reliance and aiming for a share in the $4 billion global market.
Tech Mahindra CEO Mohit Joshi accelerates Project Fortius, targeting 15% operating margin by March 2026. Focus on AI training, higher billable rates, and reduced bench time drives the turnaround. Read more.
Indian IT services firms expect muted Q3FY26 revenue growth, with Tier 2 companies outperforming Tier 1. Margins stay resilient. Read the full Centrum report analysis.
India's Tea Board will implement a strict SOP within two weeks to stop inferior, cheap tea from Nepal, safeguarding Darjeeling's industry. A ₹1,500 crore scheme is also announced. Read more.
Mumbai's restaurants and hotels face a New Year shock as commercial LPG prices jump Rs 111 per cylinder. Industry warns of higher menu prices, squeezing margins and impacting consumers. Read more.
Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos is recovering well after a planned heart procedure. The 52-year-old clarified he did not suffer a heart attack. Get the full details on his health and career.
Doctors at Omega Hospital, Mangaluru, successfully extracted a deeply embedded 35-year-old pacemaker lead, curing a patient's year-long recurrent fever. Read about this complex cardiac achievement.
Football legend Roberto Carlos successfully underwent heart surgery in Madrid. The Brazilian World Cup winner reassured fans about his health. Get the full story here.
A billionaire's unprecedented offer to sell his sperm and fund IVF procedures disrupts the anonymous, regulated world of fertility clinics. Explore the ethical and social implications.
A 56-year-old Kolkata homemaker survived a near-fatal hangman's fracture after her dupatta got caught in a toto wheel. Doctors performed a rare Kotil's Procedure to save her from paralysis. Read her incredible survival story.
A complex heart procedure in Shimoga used GE's 3DStent Visualization to overcome hidden risks, highlighting how advanced tech tackles the 2.7-3.3% stent delivery failure rate. Discover the future of cardiac care.
India introduces its first testing standard for electric agricultural tractors, aiming to boost safety, reduce emissions, and cut farm operating costs. Learn how this move accelerates clean farm mechanisation.
Bureau of Indian Standards releases IS 17304:2024, the first national standard for electric agricultural tractors, boosting green farming and domestic manufacturing. Learn about the new safety and performance benchmarks.
New York Democrat Alex Bores proposes using cryptographic standards like C2PA to verify media authenticity, drawing parallels to secure online banking. Learn how this tech can combat AI misinformation.
India establishes its first national standard for bomb disposal systems, IS 19445:2025, to enhance security infrastructure. Developed for the Home Ministry, it marks a critical step in standardizing counter-terror and explosive response.
India introduces a new BIS standard for agarbatti to ensure safety, quality, and sustainability. The move aims to protect consumers and boost exports for the ₹8,000 crore industry. Read more.
India introduces a new BIS standard for incense sticks, banning harmful chemicals to ensure safety and quality. This move aims to protect health and boost exports. Read more.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman accuses Pakistan's military of hypocrisy in its cross-border strike policy, contrasting actions in Afghanistan with protests against India. Read the full analysis.
A windstorm in Colorado knocked out power at a key US lab, causing the nation's official time to lag by 4.8 microseconds. Discover how extreme weather can disrupt our hyper-precise atomic clocks.
In a significant boost to anti-Naxal operations, 22 extremists surrendered in Odisha's Malkangiri district. This follows 34 surrenders in Chhattisgarh last week, highlighting the impact of rehabilitation schemes and sustained security efforts. Read more.
The Bureau of Indian Standards introduces IS 18000 to standardise hospital bills, aiming to eliminate hidden charges and improve transparency for patients across India.
Indian Railways announces second passenger fare hike this fiscal year, effective Dec 26. Fares rise 1-2 paise/km, aiming to generate ₹600 crore. Details on exemptions and impact on your journey here.
The 2025 Winter Solstice occurs today, Dec 21, at 8:33 PM IST, marking the shortest day in the Northern Hemisphere. Discover its astronomical meaning and cultural significance. Read more!
Legal expert Nigam Nuggehalli explains why international treaties require domestic legislation in India, unlike some other nations. Understand India's dualist approach to international law.