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CCI says platform fees and delivery charges charged by Zomato not ‘abuse of dominance’

The Competition Commission of India said that these charges, including the commission Eternal (formerly Zomato) charges restaurants, are charges for services it is providing and do not constitute an inflated price of the

HPCL, BPCL have secured crude supplies till August, scouting for September

The two refiners posted a net loss in the first quarter of the current financial year - their first since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Day to night: Why these cafes in Bengaluru are doubling up as cocktail bars after dark

Restaurants in Bengaluru are combining the vibe of a cafe and a bar, to offer something for everyone. We look at this new industry trend, and why it makes sense financially and creatively

Trump Station In New York? $8 Billion Penn Station Revamp Fuels Renaming Buzz

The incoming Republican administration has proposed renaming New York's Penn Station as part of a massive infrastructure overhaul. The suggestion coincides with a projected $8 billion redesign of the major Manhattan transit hub.

Cricket Australia open to hosting Ashes Test in India

England are scheduled to host the Ashes next year

Iyer Questioned For Playing XI Call Despite Win vs Zimbabwe In 1st T20I

Shreyas Iyer registered his first victory as an international captain as India defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Kerala govt issues order suspending ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar, cites SIT findings of ‘interference' in Youth Congress workers assault probe

Govt holds that allegations against senior IPS officer are supported by statements of multiple investigating officers and that his continuance in service can affect fairness of inquiry

World Bank to fund civic infrastructure projects in Chennai for creating circular economy

The funding will help in setting up world class facilities for health infrastructure; this partnership leverages World Bank expertise to drive sustainable urban development, says GCC Commissioner

Review: Come, Fall In Love With Vikrant Massey In Musafir Cafe

Musafir Cafe Review: Mahima Makwana, who made her Hindi debut in Salman Khan's Antim, is a surprising presence in the show. Her eyes are eloquent in the emotional scenes, implying her vulnerability as...

T.N. Chief Minister Vijay’s office to shift to Namakkal Kavignar Maaligai soon

Space constraints are cited as the primary reason for the shift

Ancient ape fossil in Egypt challenges the story of human origins

A newly identified fossil ape from northern Egypt is reshaping ideas about where the ancestors of modern apes first emerged. Analyses place it closer to living apes than any known East African species of the same age, po

IIT-M students rally in support of Delhi protests, ‘ordered’ to remove posts on social media

Bhavna Iyer’s rendition stayed true to her guru’s style

The vocalist impressed with her elaborate raga essays and swara passages

Kerala power crisis: State may face deficit in coming months too

According to Load Generation Balance Report of Central Electricity Authority, Kerala can expect gaps in peak demand and availability from August through October this year and January through March 2027

Arundhati Roy: ‘We are being pushed to the wall’

Arundhati Roy, Saurav Das, Yogendra Yadav, Prakash Raj, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Anand Patwardhan, Rahul Ram, and Vivaan Shah on the Cockroach Janta Party-students’ protests shaping India

"Pellet Shards Stuck To Skin": Hospital Report Contradicts Delhi Police Claim

Medical records from Safdarjung Hospital have surfaced detailing the presence of pellet shards and skin darkening on a patient. These findings appear to conflict with previous statements made by the Delhi Police regarding the nature of the injuries sustained.

Saudi Has Trillions In Oil Wealth, But Here's Why It Wants Nuclear Power

Saudi Arabia is pursuing a nuclear energy program to diversify its domestic power supply despite its vast oil reserves. The transition aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels for electricity as the kingdom manages a decade of consistent budget deficits.

Pakistan vows retaliation against any attack on its vessels amid West Asia conflict

Foreign Office spokesperson strongly rejected Amnesty International's latest report about Pakistan's strikes in Kabul claiming that it was unfortunate that such serious allegations were presented without credible evidenc

‘Hunger doesn’t taste bad,’ says Sonam Wangchuk after breaking 26-day fast

Google rolls out new selfie video sign-in feature

Google will allow users to set up verification ‌by recording a brief video of themselves performing guided head movements that ‌would capture multiple angles

Opinion: 7 Big Problems That Have Turned NEET Into A Trauma Machine For 22 Lakh Students

For every paper leak that makes headlines, there are seven deeper failures of NEET that decide who gets to become a doctor and who gets trapped in the system for years.

Opinion: Opinion | 7 Big Problems That Have Turned NEET Into A Trauma Machine For 22 Lakh Students

The NEET medical entrance examination has evolved into a significant source of trauma for approximately 2.2 million students across India. Beyond the high-profile issues of paper leaks, systemic failures are reportedly trapping aspirants in a cycle of repeated attempts and mental distress.

‘Ebenezer’ trailer: Johnny Depp returns to Hollywood in Ti West’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ adaptation

The film marks Johnny Depp’s first major Hollywood role since his 2022 trial against Amber Heard

Parliament Monsoon Session 2026 Live Updates: Opposition MPs Protest In Parliament Demanding Dharmendra Pradhan's Resignation

Opposition MPs staged protests during the 2026 Parliament Monsoon Session seeking the immediate resignation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The political demonstration coincided with the conclusion of activist Sonam Wangchuk’s nearly month-long hunger strike.