The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has simplified the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process for FASTag users to make it more convenient and user-friendly. Under the revised guidelines from Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL), users no longer need to upload side photographs, with only a clear front image of the vehicle showing the…
In recent years, the rising congestion in Earth’s orbit has become one of the most pressing challenges facing space-faring nations. Thousands of inactive satellites, rocket fragments, and collision-generated particles now orbit the planet at high velocity, posing significant risks to operational spacecraft and the infrastructure that supports communications, navigation, and climate observation. With the global…
The United Nations on Friday strongly criticised United States for striking vessels in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific allegedly carrying drug traffickers and urged it to halt the attacks, calling it “extrajudicial killings”. “These attacks — and their mounting human cost — are unacceptable. The US must halt such attacks and take all measures necessary…
1st exams set: Key rules for UAE students / AI-generated illustration On 30 October 2025, the UAE Ministry of Education confirmed the first-term examination schedule for Grades 3 to 12, establishing a unified timetable for MoE-curriculum schools across the country. The announcement provides long-awaited clarity for families, pupils and school administrators as they prepare for…
Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) chief Chirag Paswan failed to meet Pashupati Kumar Paras at his house in New Delhi. NEW DELHI: In a surprise turn of events, Chirag Paswan, the president of Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) founded by his father late Ram Vilas Paswan, was on Monday unceremoniusly unseated as the leader of the party…
Manuel Frederick (Agency photo) Former Indian hockey goalkeeper Manuel Frederick passed away at the age of 78. He was a member of the Indian team that won the Bronze medal at the 1972 Munich Olympics.Frederick made history as the first person from Kerala to win an Olympic medal. His goalkeeping skills were marked by dedication…
Sanju Samson (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: India had a terrible start in the second T20I against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday as their top five batters fell cheaply. The scoreboard read 5, 2, 1, 0 and 5 — a collapse that left the visitors reeling early in the innings.Batting first, India…
After six months of uncertainty, China has resumed shipments of heavy rare earth magnets to India, offering much-needed relief to manufacturers in the electric vehicle, renewable energy and consumer electronics sectors. However, the shipments come with a key condition, the cargo cannot be re-exported to the United States. The supply flow had earlier been halted…
It is 2025, and we are still talking about the gender pay gap, a conversation that refuses to fade, even in an age of global progress and data-driven accountability. Yet this year, a surprising name has entered the global dialogue for all the right reasons: India.The boardrooms and HR documents are painted pink. Yes, we…
TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains references to alcohol addictionFarah Khan may be one of Bollywood’s most fun and fearless stars today, a hit filmmaker, top choreographer and a YouTube favourite, but her life was not always this bright. Long before she directed big films like ‘Main Hoon Na’ and ‘Om Shanti Om’, she also faced…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made a major move in heart health care by approving Rybelsus, the first oral GLP-1 receptor agonist, which helps to manage cardiovascular risks. Up until now, Rybelsus was known as a diabetes medication and was only taken in cases of increased blood sugar levels, in adults with…
In November 2025, the sacred festival of Tulsi Vivah falls on the precise day when the planet of wealth, beauty, and prosperity, Venus (Shukra), transits into its own sign, Libra (Tula Rashi). This synchronisation is more than a mere coincidence; it is a highly magnified cosmic signal—a powerful window of opportunity to attract the combined…
Hyundai has taken the wraps off the new-generation Venue N Line, a sportier iteration of its upcoming new-gen Venue. Set to go on sale alongside the standard Venue on November 4, the new model will be available in two variants: N6 and N10. Bookings are now open for a token amount of Rs 25,000 across…
Comet 3I/ATLAS has fascinated astronomers and space enthusiasts worldwide as it makes its rare journey through our solar system. Recognised as the third known interstellar object, 3I/ATLAS originates from beyond our Sun, offering a unique glimpse of a visitor from another star system. Unlike typical comets that orbit the Sun, it follows a hyperbolic trajectory,…
Ford Motor Co is set to re-enter India with a fresh manufacturing plan worth about Rs 3,250 crore ($370 million). The American automaker on Friday announced restarting manufacturing activity at its Chennai facility, marking a major development after its exit from the Indian automotive market in 2021.The decision comes even as US President Donald Trump…
Salik updated tolls for Dubai Ride on 2 November, ensuring smooth traffic during Fitness Challenge/Representative Image Salik has updated toll charges for participants in the Dubai Ride, coinciding with the city-wide Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025. The changes aim to manage traffic efficiently during the event and improve the overall road experience for all commuters. Toll…
NEW DELHI: Twenty Jammu and Kashmir Police officers — including IG Kashmir Vidhi Kumar Birdi, DIG Central Kashmir Pande Rajiv Omprakash and SSP Srinagar Sundeep Chakravarthy — have been awarded the ‘Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak’ for avenging the Pahalgam terror attack, news agency PTI reported. The Union home ministry announced on Friday that 1,466 police…
Indian junior hockey players defied political tensions by sharing high-fives with their Pakistani counterparts NEW DELHI: Handshakes, usually a simple sporting gesture exchanged before or after a game, have become a point of political debate in recent months.With India’s men’s cricket team refusing to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts in honour of the Pahalgam…
PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi (AP Photo) The upcoming Asia Cup Rising Stars Championship has sparked discussions about potential controversies, particularly regarding the trophy presentation and interactions between Indian and Pakistani teams.According to a report from Cricbuzz, India are yet to receive the Asia Cup trophy as it remains with Mohsin Naqvi. Team India, who won…
Gold prices tumbled in domestic futures trade on Friday as investors became cautious amid the Fed’s stance on rate cuts and temporary truce between US and China.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery dropped by Rs 218, or 0.18%, to Rs 1,21,290 per 10 grams, with 13,223 lots being traded.However, in…
