New Delhi, Jul 22: With nearly 7 crore children's Aadhaar cards pending biometric updates, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is planning to facilitate biometric updates within schools. Bhuvanesh Kumar, CEO of UIDAI, stated that a project is being formulated in this reg

New Delhi, Jul 12: A preliminary investigation into the June 12 Air India crash that killed 260 people has revealed cockpit confusion surrounding critical engine fuel cut-off switches, raising serious safety concerns. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) report states that both

New Delhi, July 9: Indian-American tech executive Sabih Khan has been appointed as the new chief operating officer (COO) of Apple Inc, marking a major milestone in the company’s leadership transition. Khan, a seasoned Apple veteran with three decades of experience, will officially take

Bengaluru, Jul 7: Responding to the increasing number of sudden cardiac deaths in Karnataka, the state government had constituted a technical advisory committee under the leadership of Dr C N Ravindranath, director of Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, to investigate th

Starting tomorrow, July 1, 2025, new tatkal ticket booking rules will come into effect. Announced by the Indian Railways earlier this month, the rule includes mandatory Aadhaar authentication for online booking in addition to OTP verification at reservation counters and booking restrictions for auth

In a move aimed at simplifying and incentivizing digital toll collection for private vehicle owners, the Government of India has introduced an “Annual Pass” facility for FASTag users, allowing seamless travel on select toll plazas across the country. The initiative will be operational st

New Delhi, June 20: In a landmark decision, the central government of India has revoked the second and fourth Saturday holidays for the apex court registry and offices. The order, issued with the approval of the President and based on a directive from the Supreme Court, will come into effect

Banks have made notable progress toward meeting the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) mandate to increase the availability of low-denomination currency through ATMs. Ahead of the September 30 deadline, 73 per cent of ATMs are now configured to dispense ₹100 or ₹200 notes from at least one cassette

New Delhi, Jun 14: Aadhaar has become one of the most crucial identification documents in India, widely used in both government and private sectors. From opening a bank account and obtaining a mobile SIM to checking into hotels, Aadhaar is essential for various services. However, mishandling or

An Air India Boeing  Dreamliner plane with 242 passengers and crew aboard crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad in western India, local officials and the carrier said Thursday. “The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals,” Air India said in a post on X. &ldqu

At around 9:30 am, the Indian Coast Guard received a distress alert from the Singapore-flagged container vessel. The vessel had departed the port of Colombo, Sri Lanka, with 22 crew onboard on 06 Jun 25, for the Nhava Sheva Port, Mumbai, India, with an estimated time of arrival of 09 Jun 25. As p

From UPI, PF to LPG cylinder prices, rules are going to change from 1st June i.e. tomorrow. In such a situation, your financial condition may be affected. Along with this, you may also get some benefits and facilities. 8 major rules are going to change from June. Rule Change: Like every mont

New Delhi, May 25: Amid concerns over a slight uptick in Covid-19 cases across some Indian states, official sources have clarified that the majority of reported infections are mild and being managed at home. The union health ministry is keeping a close watch on the situation. A high-level re

Bengaluru, May 25: The Karnataka Department of Registration and Stamps has made it mandatory for both buyers and sellers to submit their Permanent Account Number (PAN) details while registering property valued at Rs 30 lac and above. Without PAN submission, the registration will not be processe

New Delhi, May 13: India has begun issuing electronic passports (e-passports) equipped with embedded chips, marking a significant technological upgrade aimed at bolstering security and streamlining international travel. The initiative, part of the revamped Passport Seva Programme (PSP) Versi

New Delhi, May 14: In a major digital transformation, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) will introduce UPI-based claim processing, enabling members to withdraw their provident fund instantly. Speaking to media, labour and employment secretary Sumita Dawra confirmed that

Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was sworn in by President Droupadi Murmu as the 52nd Chief Justice of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday (May 14, 2025). Justice Gavai is the first Buddhist Chief Justice of India. He took his oath of office, pledging his commitment to uphold the Constitutio

The Supreme Court on Tuesday (May 13, 2025) decided to examine a contempt petition filed against the Uttarakhand Chief Secretary and other State officials for the alleged demolition of a waqf property in breach of an undertaking given to the apex court on April 17. The Union government had, on Ap