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Passport fees, commercial LPG prices, Aadhaar update, ITR deadline and more: What changes from July 1

Passport fees, commercial LPG prices, Aadhaar update, ITR deadline and more: What changes from July 1

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PAssport fees, commercial LPG prices & more changing from July 1 Several key financial and policy changes have taken effect from July 1, affecting households, businesses, taxpayers and banking customers.Commercial LPG cylinders have become significantly cheaper, offering relief to hotels, restaurants and other commercial users. A new law expanding rural wage employment has also come…

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Launched under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), the Drug Registry is designed to address the same medicine being recorded under different names NEW DELHI: In a move aimed at eliminating confusion over medicine information across India’s healthcare system, the Centre on Monday launched a Drug Registry, a national digital database that gives medicines a standard identity, enabling hospitals, doctors, pharmacies and digital health platforms to access the same verified drug information.Launched by Union health minister Jagat Prakash Nadda under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), the Drug Registry is designed to address a long-standing problem where the same medicine is often recorded under different names and formats across healthcare systems, leading to inconsistencies, duplication, data entry errors and poor interoperability. Watch Why India Is Tightening Rules On Common Cough SyrupsThe registry will serve as a single source of truth for medicines in the country, enabling consistent identification, storage, exchange and use of drug-related information. The health ministry said it is expected to improve clinical decision-making, support e-prescriptions, strengthen supply chain management and ensure continuity of care.Developed in collaboration with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and the National Resource Centre for EHR Standards (NRCeS), Pune, the platform uses international standards, including SNOMED CT, to ensure interoperability and semantic consistency across healthcare systems.The registry currently contains more than 1.23 lakh branded medicines, 10,000 generic drugs and 29,000 substances. Medicines can be searched by generic name, brand name, substance or manufacturer, allowing healthcare providers and digital platforms to access verified and standardised drug information.The platform is designed to integrate with Hospital Management Information Systems (HMIS), e-prescription platforms, doctor-facing applications and other ABDM-compliant digital health solutions. It also provides open APIs for seamless integration, strengthening interoperability across India’s digital healthcare ecosystem.The Drug Registry is the fourth core registry under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission after the ABHA Registry, Healthcare Professional Registry and Health Facility Registry.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi May Soon Get Its Own London Eye As DDA Revives Giant Observation Wheel ProjectWhy Nayara Reduced Fuel Prices But PSU Oil Companies Didn’t?Dhaka Threatens Action Against Media Airing Sheikh Hasina’s Statements After Return ClaimSpecialised ‘Baaz Battalions’ to Strengthen Border Monitoring, ISR and Battlefield Awareness’Break Silos, Self-Reliance’: PM Modi Holds High-Level Meet With Union SecretariesMumbai Horror: School Bus Crushed By Falling Tree In Mumbai; One Child Dead, Five Injured’Kashmir Is Not Part Of Pakistan’: PoJK Protesters Warn IslamabadAfter Converting To Islam For Love, UP’s Ayush Malik Returns To Hinduism | Watch’This Is Bigger Than Dharmendra Pradhan’: Students Demand Reforms Not ‘Political Damage Control’Another Blow To Uddhav Thackeray: Prominent Mumbai Leader Sachin Ahir Switches Sides | Watch123PhotostoriesLove quote of the day by Alia Bhatt: ‘I’d like every girl to love herself more than anyone else’Obesity rates have tripled since 1975: Nutritionist says your “healthy” snacks might be part of the problemPriyanka Chopra’s protein and fiber-rich Summer Salad is good for gut and bones; detailed recipe insideWorking out as an older adult: Study finds ‘only one workout’ that sheds fat without losing muscleJuly gardening in Australia: The best flowers, vegetables and fruit trees to plant this monthHighest-protein Indian dals ranked from best to leastWhat would you do? My colleague constantly asks about my personal life; 5 women share how they reactedFrom Naomi Osaka to Maria Sharapova: Five times Tennis stars paid homage to pop culture with their on-court fits7 countries where children walk to school alone and why parents trust themJuly gardening guide: 7 flowers, fruits, and vegetables to plant in the UK123Hot PicksLPG gas priceCBSE best marks ruleCBSE Class 12 supplementary exam 202Ram Temple donation theftMumbai RainsNew visa ruleZohran MamdaniNayara petrol priceAP EAPCET Result 2026Top TrendingNayara energy petrol priceLPG priceKetan Agarwal Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026Monaco BlastBengaluru TechieAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovMK StalinJosh Hokit

Launched under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), the Drug Registry is designed to address the same medicine being recorded under different names NEW DELHI: In a move aimed at eliminating confusion over medicine information across India’s healthcare system, the Centre on Monday launched a Drug Registry, a national digital database that gives medicines a standard identity, enabling hospitals, doctors, pharmacies and digital health platforms to access the same verified drug information.Launched by Union health minister Jagat Prakash Nadda under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), the Drug Registry is designed to address a long-standing problem where the same medicine is often recorded under different names and formats across healthcare systems, leading to inconsistencies, duplication, data entry errors and poor interoperability. Watch Why India Is Tightening Rules On Common Cough SyrupsThe registry will serve as a single source of truth for medicines in the country, enabling consistent identification, storage, exchange and use of drug-related information. The health ministry said it is expected to improve clinical decision-making, support e-prescriptions, strengthen supply chain management and ensure continuity of care.Developed in collaboration with the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and the National Resource Centre for EHR Standards (NRCeS), Pune, the platform uses international standards, including SNOMED CT, to ensure interoperability and semantic consistency across healthcare systems.The registry currently contains more than 1.23 lakh branded medicines, 10,000 generic drugs and 29,000 substances. Medicines can be searched by generic name, brand name, substance or manufacturer, allowing healthcare providers and digital platforms to access verified and standardised drug information.The platform is designed to integrate with Hospital Management Information Systems (HMIS), e-prescription platforms, doctor-facing applications and other ABDM-compliant digital health solutions. It also provides open APIs for seamless integration, strengthening interoperability across India’s digital healthcare ecosystem.The Drug Registry is the fourth core registry under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission after the ABHA Registry, Healthcare Professional Registry and Health Facility Registry.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi May Soon Get Its Own London Eye As DDA Revives Giant Observation Wheel ProjectWhy Nayara Reduced Fuel Prices But PSU Oil Companies Didn’t?Dhaka Threatens Action Against Media Airing Sheikh Hasina’s Statements After Return ClaimSpecialised ‘Baaz Battalions’ to Strengthen Border Monitoring, ISR and Battlefield Awareness’Break Silos, Self-Reliance’: PM Modi Holds High-Level Meet With Union SecretariesMumbai Horror: School Bus Crushed By Falling Tree In Mumbai; One Child Dead, Five Injured’Kashmir Is Not Part Of Pakistan’: PoJK Protesters Warn IslamabadAfter Converting To Islam For Love, UP’s Ayush Malik Returns To Hinduism | Watch’This Is Bigger Than Dharmendra Pradhan’: Students Demand Reforms Not ‘Political Damage Control’Another Blow To Uddhav Thackeray: Prominent Mumbai Leader Sachin Ahir Switches Sides | Watch123PhotostoriesLove quote of the day by Alia Bhatt: ‘I’d like every girl to love herself more than anyone else’Obesity rates have tripled since 1975: Nutritionist says your “healthy” snacks might be part of the problemPriyanka Chopra’s protein and fiber-rich Summer Salad is good for gut and bones; detailed recipe insideWorking out as an older adult: Study finds ‘only one workout’ that sheds fat without losing muscleJuly gardening in Australia: The best flowers, vegetables and fruit trees to plant this monthHighest-protein Indian dals ranked from best to leastWhat would you do? My colleague constantly asks about my personal life; 5 women share how they reactedFrom Naomi Osaka to Maria Sharapova: Five times Tennis stars paid homage to pop culture with their on-court fits7 countries where children walk to school alone and why parents trust themJuly gardening guide: 7 flowers, fruits, and vegetables to plant in the UK123Hot PicksLPG gas priceCBSE best marks ruleCBSE Class 12 supplementary exam 202Ram Temple donation theftMumbai RainsNew visa ruleZohran MamdaniNayara petrol priceAP EAPCET Result 2026Top TrendingNayara energy petrol priceLPG priceKetan Agarwal Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026Monaco BlastBengaluru TechieAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovMK StalinJosh Hokit

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Launched under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), the Drug Registry is designed to address the same medicine being recorded under different names NEW DELHI: In a move aimed at eliminating confusion over medicine information across India’s healthcare system, the Centre on Monday launched a Drug Registry, a national digital database that gives medicines a…

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‘THANK YOU is very small’: Akshay Kumar pens heartfelt note for Farida Jalal and Kiran Kumar amid ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ success

‘THANK YOU is very small’: Akshay Kumar pens heartfelt note for Farida Jalal and Kiran Kumar amid ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ success

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‘THANK YOU is very small’: Akshay Kumar pens heartfelt note for Farida Jalal and Kiran Kumar amid ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ success Akshay Kumar is celebrating the incredible response to his latest comedy entertainer, ‘Welcome To The Jungle’. The actor shared a behind-the-scenes photograph from the film’s sets featuring veteran actors Farida Jalal and Kiran…

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Greece becomes the 10th country to accept India’s UPI; what it means for Indian tourists visiting Europe |

Greece becomes the 10th country to accept India’s UPI; what it means for Indian tourists visiting Europe |

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Good news for Indian travellers! Those planning a trip to the gorgeous sun-drenched islands of Greece or wanting to explore the ancient streets of Athens, you have one less thing to worry about. India’s global Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is now officially live in Greece. Now eligible Indian visitors can pay digitally at participating merchants…

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Delhi Government approves two new heritage schemes under ‘Our Monuments, Our Pride’, private companies to ‘adopt’ monuments | India News

Delhi Government approves two new heritage schemes under ‘Our Monuments, Our Pride’, private companies to ‘adopt’ monuments | India News

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Delhi Government approves two new heritage schemes under ‘Our Monuments, Our Pride’, private companies to ‘adopt’ monuments NEW DELHI: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday announced the launch of two new heritage conservation schemes under ‘Our Monuments, Our Pride’, allowing private institutions to adopt monuments and receive financial aid up to Rs 2 crore…

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Jul 01, 2026, 12:21 IST

Jul 01, 2026, 12:21 IST

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Ecuador’s Willian Pacho, right, challenges for the ball with Mexico’s Gilberto Mora. (AP Photo) Teen prodigy Gilberto Mora etched his name into FIFA World Cup history after becoming the second-youngest player ever to start a World Cup knockout match, as Mexico ended a 40-year wait for a knockout victory with a commanding 2-0 win over…

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‘Long queues at petrol stations’: How Ukraine’s drone strikes are hitting Russia’s fuel supply

‘Long queues at petrol stations’: How Ukraine’s drone strikes are hitting Russia’s fuel supply

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Signs reading in Russian “We are sorry, the equipment is temporarily out of service” are seen on gas pump nozzles at a Gazprom Neft gas station in Moscow (AP photo) Russia is facing an unprecedented fuel shortage after months of Ukrainian drone strikes damaged oil refineries and disrupted supplies, leading to fuel rationing, long queues…

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‘They Call Him OG 2’: Pooja Hegde reportedly in talks to join Pawan Kalyan-Sujeeth’s action franchise

‘They Call Him OG 2’: Pooja Hegde reportedly in talks to join Pawan Kalyan-Sujeeth’s action franchise

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A few days ago, Tollywood giant Pawan Kalyan along with director Sujeeth announced the return of the highly successful action thriller ‘They Call Him OG’ franchise. If the latest speculation is to be believed, actress Pooja Hegde is being considered for the second part of the film. Pooja Hegde in talks? Although the makers have…

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Costa Rica lost nearly half its forests in just a few decades, then planted millions of trees and became one of the world’s greatest reforestation success stories

Costa Rica lost nearly half its forests in just a few decades, then planted millions of trees and became one of the world’s greatest reforestation success stories

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By the 1980s, Costa Rica was facing an environmental crisis that few could have imagined just decades earlier. Once blanketed by lush tropical forests, the Central American nation had lost nearly half of its tree cover as logging, cattle ranching and agricultural expansion rapidly transformed the landscape. Wildlife habitats shrank, biodiversity declined, rivers became increasingly…

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NEW DELHI: The special investigation team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya was granted a 15-day extension on Wednesday to expand the scope of the investigation and conduct a comprehensive inquiry into all aspects of the case.The SIT will continue its investigation with the aim of taking the case to its logical conclusion through a fair and comprehensive probe.This comes after a local court in Ayodhya remanded all the accused in the alleged Ram Mandir donation case to 14-day judicial custody. The court’s decision follows a high-intensity investigation by the Uttar Pradesh police into reports of financial irregularities and the misappropriation of funds and offerings at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.Earlier on Friday, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust general secretary Champat Rai and member trustee Anil Mishra resigned, taking moral responsibility for the incident.Following this, Rai’s statement was recorded by the police as part of the ongoing investigation into the alleged embezzlement of temple donations, sources said on Monday.Champat Rai has been questioned; statements from other senior Trust office-bearers, including Anil Mishra, will be recorded later if required during the investigation.On Sunday, the investigation into the alleged embezzlement of Ram Mandir donations intensified as a police team reached the residence of Avinash Shukla, one of the accused in Ayodhya.Earlier, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Trust), in an official press statement, said, “We are shocked, hurt, and deeply saddened by the incidents reported over the past few days regarding the Shri Ram Mandir (Ayodhya). We are committed to ensuring a fair investigation and reassuring the devotees.”The Trust also announced that it had received the resignations of Champat Rai, general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Trust), and trustee Anil Mishra.The development came after a First Information Report (FIR) was registered on June 25 in connection with the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBilawal Bhutto Accuses India Of ‘Weaponising’ Water Amid Indus Waters Treaty RowDelhi May Soon Get Its Own London Eye As DDA Revives Giant Observation Wheel ProjectWhy Nayara Reduced Fuel Prices But PSU Oil Companies Didn’t?Dhaka Threatens Action Against Media Airing Sheikh Hasina’s Statements After Return ClaimSpecialised ‘Baaz Battalions’ to Strengthen Border Monitoring, ISR and Battlefield Awareness’Break Silos, Self-Reliance’: PM Modi Holds High-Level Meet With Union SecretariesMumbai Horror: School Bus Crushed By Falling Tree In Mumbai; One Child Dead, Five Injured’Kashmir Is Not Part Of Pakistan’: PoJK Protesters Warn IslamabadAfter Converting To Islam For Love, UP’s Ayush Malik Returns To Hinduism | Watch’This Is Bigger Than Dharmendra Pradhan’: Students Demand Reforms Not ‘Political Damage Control’123Photostories7 Indian foods that have survived for over 500 yearsLove quote of the day by Alia Bhatt: ‘I’d like every girl to love herself more than anyone else’Obesity rates have tripled since 1975: Nutritionist says your “healthy” snacks might be part of the problemPriyanka Chopra’s protein and fiber-rich Summer Salad is good for gut and bones; detailed recipe insideWorking out as an older adult: Study finds ‘only one workout’ that sheds fat without losing muscleJuly gardening in Australia: The best flowers, vegetables and fruit trees to plant this monthHighest-protein Indian dals ranked from best to leastWhat would you do? My colleague constantly asks about my personal life; 5 women share how they reactedFrom Naomi Osaka to Maria Sharapova: Five times Tennis stars paid homage to pop culture with their on-court fits7 countries where children walk to school alone and why parents trust them123Hot PicksLPG gas priceCBSE best marks ruleCBSE Class 12 supplementary exam 202Ram Temple donation theftMumbai RainsNew visa ruleZohran MamdaniNayara petrol priceAP EAPCET Result 2026Top TrendingNayara energy petrol priceLPG priceKetan Agarwal Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026Monaco BlastBengaluru TechieAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovMK StalinJosh Hokit

NEW DELHI: The special investigation team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya was granted a 15-day extension on Wednesday to expand the scope of the investigation and conduct a comprehensive inquiry into all aspects of the case.The SIT will continue its investigation with the aim of taking the case to its logical conclusion through a fair and comprehensive probe.This comes after a local court in Ayodhya remanded all the accused in the alleged Ram Mandir donation case to 14-day judicial custody. The court’s decision follows a high-intensity investigation by the Uttar Pradesh police into reports of financial irregularities and the misappropriation of funds and offerings at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.Earlier on Friday, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust general secretary Champat Rai and member trustee Anil Mishra resigned, taking moral responsibility for the incident.Following this, Rai’s statement was recorded by the police as part of the ongoing investigation into the alleged embezzlement of temple donations, sources said on Monday.Champat Rai has been questioned; statements from other senior Trust office-bearers, including Anil Mishra, will be recorded later if required during the investigation.On Sunday, the investigation into the alleged embezzlement of Ram Mandir donations intensified as a police team reached the residence of Avinash Shukla, one of the accused in Ayodhya.Earlier, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Trust), in an official press statement, said, “We are shocked, hurt, and deeply saddened by the incidents reported over the past few days regarding the Shri Ram Mandir (Ayodhya). We are committed to ensuring a fair investigation and reassuring the devotees.”The Trust also announced that it had received the resignations of Champat Rai, general secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Trust), and trustee Anil Mishra.The development came after a First Information Report (FIR) was registered on June 25 in connection with the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBilawal Bhutto Accuses India Of ‘Weaponising’ Water Amid Indus Waters Treaty RowDelhi May Soon Get Its Own London Eye As DDA Revives Giant Observation Wheel ProjectWhy Nayara Reduced Fuel Prices But PSU Oil Companies Didn’t?Dhaka Threatens Action Against Media Airing Sheikh Hasina’s Statements After Return ClaimSpecialised ‘Baaz Battalions’ to Strengthen Border Monitoring, ISR and Battlefield Awareness’Break Silos, Self-Reliance’: PM Modi Holds High-Level Meet With Union SecretariesMumbai Horror: School Bus Crushed By Falling Tree In Mumbai; One Child Dead, Five Injured’Kashmir Is Not Part Of Pakistan’: PoJK Protesters Warn IslamabadAfter Converting To Islam For Love, UP’s Ayush Malik Returns To Hinduism | Watch’This Is Bigger Than Dharmendra Pradhan’: Students Demand Reforms Not ‘Political Damage Control’123Photostories7 Indian foods that have survived for over 500 yearsLove quote of the day by Alia Bhatt: ‘I’d like every girl to love herself more than anyone else’Obesity rates have tripled since 1975: Nutritionist says your “healthy” snacks might be part of the problemPriyanka Chopra’s protein and fiber-rich Summer Salad is good for gut and bones; detailed recipe insideWorking out as an older adult: Study finds ‘only one workout’ that sheds fat without losing muscleJuly gardening in Australia: The best flowers, vegetables and fruit trees to plant this monthHighest-protein Indian dals ranked from best to leastWhat would you do? My colleague constantly asks about my personal life; 5 women share how they reactedFrom Naomi Osaka to Maria Sharapova: Five times Tennis stars paid homage to pop culture with their on-court fits7 countries where children walk to school alone and why parents trust them123Hot PicksLPG gas priceCBSE best marks ruleCBSE Class 12 supplementary exam 202Ram Temple donation theftMumbai RainsNew visa ruleZohran MamdaniNayara petrol priceAP EAPCET Result 2026Top TrendingNayara energy petrol priceLPG priceKetan Agarwal Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026Monaco BlastBengaluru TechieAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovMK StalinJosh Hokit

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NEW DELHI: The special investigation team probing the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya was granted a 15-day extension on Wednesday to expand the scope of the investigation and conduct a comprehensive inquiry into all aspects of the case.The SIT will continue its investigation with the aim of taking the case…

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TNEA 2026 rank list out: Dharmapuri’s Aksitha S tops engineering admissions, check complete topper list by category

TNEA 2026 rank list out: Dharmapuri’s Aksitha S tops engineering admissions, check complete topper list by category

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The Directorate of Technical Education on Wednesday released the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) 2026 rank list, with 2,36,017 students figuring in the list ahead of this year’s counselling process. Higher Education Minister P. Viswanathan released the rank list. This year, 53 candidates secured the maximum cut-off score of 200 out of 200, underlining the…

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Pakistani singer Mustapha Zahid reacts as Amaal Mallik recreates ‘Awarapan’ songs for sequel; ‘Borders are dangerous but so is love’

Pakistani singer Mustapha Zahid reacts as Amaal Mallik recreates ‘Awarapan’ songs for sequel; ‘Borders are dangerous but so is love’

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Pakistani singer Mustapha Zahid reacted after Amaal Mallik recreated Awarapan’s ‘To Phir Aao’ as the title track for sequel Awarapan 2, calling it his career-best. Mustapha responded warmly, saying “borders are dangerous but so is love.” The Emraan Hashmi-starrer, also featuring Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi, releases 14 August. ‘Awarapan’, released in 2007, achieved cult…

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Paws over property: Delhi High Court says pets are family, returns dogs to adoptive owners

Paws over property: Delhi High Court says pets are family, returns dogs to adoptive owners

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Modifying the orders of the trial court, Justice Girish Kathpalia directed that three rescued pet dogs be returned to their adoptive owners. (AI image) The Delhi High Court has held that custody disputes involving animals cannot be treated like ordinary property matters, stressing that the welfare and emotional well-being of animals must guide interim custody…

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‘Don’t want to look like America’: 5 reasons why Europe is against air conditioners despite melting summers

‘Don’t want to look like America’: 5 reasons why Europe is against air conditioners despite melting summers

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Europe heatwave: Why residents are avoiding ACs (AP) As Europe reels under increasingly intense heat waves with temperatures crossing 40 degrees, one question continues to puzzle visitors from warmer parts of the world — Why are so many homes, schools and even hospitals still without air conditioning?A report by The Wall Street Journal explores the…

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(Photo source: TNN) NEW DELHI: Taking to the skies 21 years ago to essentially connect Kerala with the Gulf, the US-Iran war had a significant impact on Air India Express operations. Now part of the Tata Group, the airline used this ground time its aircraft were suddenly getting to expedite their retrofit. As a result, the no frills airline will have a uniform all-economy fleet and seats with chargers much earlier than originally envisaged.“We used to have 360 weekly flights to the Gulf. After Feb 28, this number dropped significantly and we decided to utilise the downtime to accelerate the cabin retrofit programme across our Boeing 737-8 fleet,” said airline sources.The airline got about two months before airlines started to progressively restore Gulf services from late April. AI Express is currently operating 285 weekly flights to the region.AI Express had inducted 50 white-tail B737-8s (made for some other airline/s as per their cabin layout specifications but which could not take delivery) on an as is, where is basis from Boeing in the last two years before its own line-fit (as per AI Express specifications) deliveries began in Dec 2025. This led to the no frills airline having planes with first two rows with 2×2 seating as the original customer airline intended to have a business class on these planes.Since aircraft deliveries have been delayed post Covid due to supply chain constraints, AI Express took these planes as air traffic has boomed post 2022. The plan was to change the cabin layout to an all-economy seating gradually without taking planes out of service, needing flights to be cancelled. The US-Iran war gave it that moment earlier than expected.“We are retrofitting all out white-tail Boeing 737 MAX fleet to reset the guest experience. The retrofit is complete on five aircraft, with three currently undergoing that work. We are processing 3-4 aircraft a month. With acceleration now in effect, the target is 6-7 aircraft a month, with 14 aircraft completed by July 2026. Full fleet completion is targeted by March 2027,” said sources.The white-tail B737 MAX aircraft were inducted in seat configurations ranging from 162 to 178 seats. Upon completion of the retrofit programme, all aircraft will be standardised with a 189-seat configuration, “unlocking about 700 additional seats across the fleet, equivalent to adding 3.7 aircraft without any fleet expansion.”“The retrofit will also significantly enhance the onboard experience through the installation of new seats featuring USB-A and USB-C charging ports at every seat, while maintaining our all-economy cabin configuration,” they add.This work is happening across three AIESL facilities in Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata and Hyderabad. The turnaround time is 10- 22 days depending on the aircraft configuration and other factors.AI Express fleet comprises of 53 Boeing 737-8 MAX, 26 Boeing 737 -800 NG, 12 A320ceo, 12 A320neo and 4 A321neo. “The A320 and B737 NG fleets are covered under a separate cabin perfect programme to align both fleets with current brand standards and improving guest experience,” sources say.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosDelhi May Soon Get Its Own London Eye As DDA Revives Giant Observation Wheel ProjectWhy Nayara Reduced Fuel Prices But PSU Oil Companies Didn’t?Dhaka Threatens Action Against Media Airing Sheikh Hasina’s Statements After Return ClaimSpecialised ‘Baaz Battalions’ to Strengthen Border Monitoring, ISR and Battlefield Awareness’Break Silos, Self-Reliance’: PM Modi Holds High-Level Meet With Union SecretariesMumbai Horror: School Bus Crushed By Falling Tree In Mumbai; One Child Dead, Five Injured’Kashmir Is Not Part Of Pakistan’: PoJK Protesters Warn IslamabadAfter Converting To Islam For Love, UP’s Ayush Malik Returns To Hinduism | Watch’This Is Bigger Than Dharmendra Pradhan’: Students Demand Reforms Not ‘Political Damage Control’Another Blow To Uddhav Thackeray: Prominent Mumbai Leader Sachin Ahir Switches Sides | Watch123PhotostoriesLove quote of the day by Alia Bhatt: ‘I’d like every girl to love herself more than anyone else’Obesity rates have tripled since 1975: Nutritionist says your “healthy” snacks might be part of the problemPriyanka Chopra’s protein and fiber-rich Summer Salad is good for gut and bones; detailed recipe insideWorking out as an older adult: Study finds ‘only one workout’ that sheds fat without losing muscleJuly gardening in Australia: The best flowers, vegetables and fruit trees to plant this monthHighest-protein Indian dals ranked from best to leastWhat would you do? My colleague constantly asks about my personal life; 5 women share how they reactedFrom Naomi Osaka to Maria Sharapova: Five times Tennis stars paid homage to pop culture with their on-court fits7 countries where children walk to school alone and why parents trust themJuly gardening guide: 7 flowers, fruits, and vegetables to plant in the UK123Hot PicksLPG gas priceCBSE best marks ruleCBSE Class 12 supplementary exam 202Ram Temple donation theftMumbai RainsNew visa ruleZohran MamdaniNayara petrol priceAP EAPCET Result 2026Top TrendingNayara energy petrol priceLPG priceKetan Agarwal Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026Monaco BlastBengaluru TechieAnukalp MishraSergei IvanovMK StalinJosh Hokit

(Photo source: TNN) NEW DELHI: Taking to the skies 21 years ago to essentially connect Kerala with the Gulf, the US-Iran war had a significant impact on Air India Express operations. Now part of the Tata Group, the airline used this ground time its aircraft were suddenly getting to expedite their retrofit. As a result, the no frills airline will have a uniform all-economy fleet and seats with chargers much earlier than originally envisaged.“We used to have 360 weekly flights to the Gulf. After Feb 28, this number dropped significantly and we decided to utilise the downtime to accelerate the cabin retrofit programme across our Boeing 737-8 fleet,” said airline sources.The airline got about two months before airlines started to progressively restore Gulf services from late April. AI Express is currently operating 285 weekly flights to the region.AI Express had inducted 50 white-tail B737-8s (made for some other airline/s as per their cabin layout specifications but which could not take delivery) on an as is, where is basis from Boeing in the last two years before its own line-fit (as per AI Express specifications) deliveries began in Dec 2025. This led to the no frills airline having planes with first two rows with 2×2 seating as the original customer airline intended to have a business class on these planes.Since aircraft deliveries have been delayed post Covid due to supply chain constraints, AI Express took these planes as air traffic has boomed post 2022. The plan was to change the cabin layout to an all-economy seating gradually without taking planes out of service, needing flights to be cancelled. The US-Iran war gave it that moment earlier than expected.“We are retrofitting all out white-tail Boeing 737 MAX fleet to reset the guest experience. The retrofit is complete on five aircraft, with three currently undergoing that work. We are processing 3-4 aircraft a month. With acceleration now in effect, the target is 6-7 aircraft a month, with 14 aircraft completed by July 2026. Full fleet completion is targeted by March 2027,” said sources.The white-tail B737 MAX aircraft were inducted in seat configurations ranging from 162 to 178 seats. Upon completion of the retrofit programme, all aircraft will be standardised with a 189-seat configuration, “unlocking about 700 additional seats across the fleet, equivalent to adding 3.7 aircraft without any fleet expansion.”“The retrofit will also significantly enhance the onboard experience through the installation of new seats featuring USB-A and USB-C charging ports at every seat, while maintaining our all-economy cabin configuration,” they add.This work is happening across three AIESL facilities in Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata and Hyderabad. The turnaround time is 10- 22 days depending on the aircraft configuration and other factors.AI Express fleet comprises of 53 Boeing 737-8 MAX, 26 Boeing 737 -800 NG, 12 A320ceo, 12 A320neo and 4 A321neo. “The A320 and B737 NG fleets are covered under a separate cabin perfect programme to align both fleets with current brand standards and improving guest experience,” sources say.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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NEW DELHI: Taking to the skies 21 years ago to essentially connect Kerala with the Gulf, the US-Iran war had a significant impact on Air India Express operations. Now part of the Tata Group, the airline used this ground time its aircraft were suddenly getting to expedite their retrofit. As a result, the no frills…

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