Fuel price hikes impact the common man through several channels, leading to lower disposable income in hand, higher cost of travel. (AI image) Almost three months after the start of the US-Iran war, the economic fallout from the Middle East is beginning to hit home. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has expressed concern on 3Fs: fuel,…
Rishabh Pant (Photo by PTI) NEW DELHI: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant’s performances and massive IPL price tag have come under scrutiny after a disappointing season last time, where he struggled for consistency as the team missed the playoffs. The wicketkeeper-batter, bought for a record Rs 27.50 crore, is now being urged to…
US-Israel targeted Kharg Island in a fresh wave of attacks on Tuesday, striking Iran’s key oil export hub as the conflict intensifies. Multiple explosions were reported on the island, with US officials indicating that military targets were hit, even as the strikes came just hours ahead of a deadline set by Donald Trump for Tehran…
Andrew Beaver who runs “Clean the Block” removes debris with other volunteers What started as one man’s effort to clear dumped furniture and rubbish in south Houston has grown into a 100-person volunteer campaign to clean up historically underserved neighbourhoods.Andrew Beaver, 37, began clearing abandoned lots and alleyways in November without any experience running an…
NEW DELHI: The penalty on nine carmakers that failed to meet the Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE-2) targets for three years — FY23 to FY25 — has been revised to Rs 2,728 crore, as per power ministry’s presentation made to the PMO last week. Earlier, the penalty was estimated around Rs 7,800 crore.Earlier, penalty was…
Several financial changes will come into effect from July 1, 2026, impacting taxpayers, bank customers, credit card users, passport applicants and Aadhaar holders. From changes in credit card benefits and passport charges to new RBI rules against mis-selling. Several financial changes will come into effect from July 1, 2026, impacting taxpayers, bank customers, credit card…
NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Saturday said consumers with piped natural gas (PNG) connections will no longer be allowed to retain, obtain or refill domestic LPG cylinders under an amended supply order.The ministry, in amendment order, said that it will bar government-run oil marketing companies from issuing new LPG connections…
Indian travelers won’t need a transit visa for a layover at any German airport starting from June 3. Germany announced that Indian nationals will no longer require a transit visa when traveling to another country with a layover at a German airport. The new rule come into effect on June 3. “This implements a result…
The new trailer for the upcoming superhero series ‘Lanterns’ has officially dropped online, offering fans a look at the new adaptation on DC Comics’ Green Lantern Corps. The latest footage teases an intergalactic mystery while showcasing the powers of the iconic Green Lantern ring. ‘Lanterns’ trailer releases online The trailer features a glimpse of a…
‘Ramayana’ designers address backlash over Lara Dutta’s Kaikeyi and Sai Pallavi’s Sita costumes: ‘Chose faith over authenticity’ ‘Ramayana’ has been making headlines ever since its trailer dropped, generating excitement among fans while also drawing criticism for the costumes of its characters. Sai Pallavi‘s Sita and Lara Dutta‘s Kaikeyi, in particular, faced backlash online, with several…