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No decision to increase ethanol blending with petrol beyond 20%: Petroleum MoS
Suresh Gopi, Minister of State for Petroleum also informed no decision had been taken to blend ethanol with diesel for commercial usage
QDENGA: India’s first approved dengue vaccine
QDENGA, India’s first dengue vaccine, receives approval for use, marking a significant milestone in dengue prevention efforts.
Why end-of-life care should include digital assets management
The digital data generated during a person’s life does not disappear when the heart stops. It remains locked, scattered and unmanaged. Where possible, individuals should decide whether their digital traces are deleted, p
Warren Buffett says he's among world's '10 luckiest people': 'If my father had been a plumber...'
Warren Buffett says his $147 billion fortune is the result of luck as much as skill, crediting his early exposure to investing through his father and calling himself ‘one of the 10 luckiest people in the world.’
3-Lender Rule, Rs 2 Lakh Cap: How Microfinance Lenders Curbed Bad Loans
Microfinance institutions have implemented a new regulatory framework limiting borrowers to three lenders and a maximum debt cap of Rs 2 lakh. These measures aim to curb over-leveraging and improve asset quality across the sensitive lending sector.
Youngest Municipal Chairperson Loses No-Confidence Motion In Setback For UDF
The youngest municipal chairperson in the state has been removed from office following a successful no-confidence motion. The political development serves as a significant setback for the United Democratic Front (UDF) coalition.
This 'Recruiter' Has Helped Create 1.5 Million Jobs in India
For millions in India's gig economy, getting a job is largely a game of word of mouth. But one man is on a mission to make this hiring process more inclusive and effective. His system accelerates the hiring process by 80
Jennifer Winget's New Dreamy UK Wedding Pics With William Ishmael Goes Viral
The Instagram carousel shows her radiant and blissful, wrapped in William's arms
Volkswagen in advanced talks to sell stake in India business to JSW
Volkswagen AG is in talks with India's JSW Group to secure investment and strengthen its position in the Indian car market.
Parts of Assam were once under sea: Study
A team from Nagaland University probed a prominent middle-Eocene sedimentary rock formation in Karbi Anglong district to arrive at a conclusion
Political row over DYFI’s free meal distribution in Kerala govt hospitals continues to simmer
Health Minister K. Muraleedharan accuses Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan of batting for those seeking to appropriate public space 'using philanthropy as a pretext’
Supreme Court asks AIIMS to constitute medical board to assess Asaram’s health
On May 27, the Rajasthan High Court had upheld the conviction and life sentence awarded to the octogenarian for sexually assaulting a minor devotee at his Jodhpur ashram in 2013
US Student Visa Rule Change: F-1, J-1 Holders Advised To Return By This Day
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has clarified residency guidelines for international students holding F-1 and J-1 visas currently in the country. Students are advised to be aware of their program completion dates to ensure their legal status remains valid under existing regulations.
US Student Visa Rule Change: F-1, J-1 Holders Advised To Return By This Day
According to DHS, students already in the US under D/S on September 15 can continue to remain until the programme completion date mentioned on their Form I-20 or until the end of approved optional practical training.
US Justice Department Probes Harvard's China-Based Financial Aid Programs
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating financial aid initiatives at Harvard University that involve funding from Chinese donors. These programs are reportedly restricted to students from specific geographic regions, raising regulatory questions.
Delhi High Court allows Sonam Wangchuk to shift to private hospital
The court was hearing an appeal filed by Wangchuk’s wife Gitanjali Angmo, challenging a Single Judge’s refusal to allow his transfer to a private hospital of his choice
Chinese Teenager Skips Holiday, Travels 13 Hours To Help Flood Victims
A Chinese teenager opted to spend his holiday volunteering for flood relief efforts after traveling 13 hours to reach affected areas. The young man reportedly misled his parents about his destination to prevent them from worrying about his safety during the mission.
Ancient DNA reveals a chilling secret at China’s 4,000-year-old Shimao city
Ancient DNA from China’s vast 4,000-year-old Shimao settlement is revealing how one of East Asia’s earliest complex societies was organized. Researchers found that its people were largely descended from local Yellow Rive
Amitabh Bachchan's Hospital And ICU Post Sparks Health Concerns
Amitabh Bachchan shared details about the physical pain, emotional struggles and mental strength needed during the recovery period
India’s rarest heron faces a silent end as new dam ignores its home
Once a dam in the Lohit river basin is built, it could alter the water’s turbidity and flow, and lead to the local extinction of white-bellied herons. The bird was first scientifically described in 1878, based on specime
MP seeks study to recommend treatment packages to control diseases in arecanut plantations
He requested the government to provide a specific exemption from existing MIDH expenditure limits for disease management, and align financial assistance with the actual scientific cost of treatment
Application window for Telangana govt’s affordable flats in Hyderabad now active, deadline is August 10
The housing application service not active on MeeSeva WhatsApp number 8096958096 till afternoon
India's 'cockroach' protest continues a day after police crackdown
Delhi witnessed overwhelming violence on Monday, with at least 60 protesters wounded. Police said 118 of their men were also injured.
