Cash payments at toll plazas across national highways will be discontinued from April 10, according to a government notification, marking a shift towards a fully digital tolling system. The move follows an earlier proposal by the government to phase out cash transactions at all National Highway fee plazas. The transition has been planned to build…
Trapped residents made desperate escapes using sarees from windows as flames and thick smoke engulfed the structure. NEW DELHI: A fire broke out in a five-storey residential building in southeast Delhi’s Govindpuri in the early hours of Friday. The incident occurred around 2. 30am in Tughlakabad Extension, killing three people and leaving two others critically…
The next battle in search may not be about ads or user behaviour, but about rewriting the technology itself. That’s the message from Perplexity AI, which is now positioning its platform as a fundamental rethink of how information is retrieved online. According to a report by Benzinga, Jesse Dwyer, Chief Communications Officer at Perplexity, said:…
Rupee stood firm on Monday, gaining 33 paise to reach 92.85 against the US dollar in early trade. This follows intervention by the Reserve Bank of India, as the bank stepped in to support the currency. The RBI tightened norms to curb speculative positions and capped banks’ net open positions at $100 million, even as…
Stephen King is one of the most famous and successful authors in modern literature. Best known for his gripping horror, suspense, and psychological thriller novels, King has written numerous bestselling books including It, The Shining, Carrie, and Misery. Born in 1947 in Portland, Maine, he developed an interest in storytelling from a very young age….
Rajasthan’s Saarthak Naam Abhiyan encourages parents to choose meaningful names for children, moving beyond casual nicknames like ‘Chotu’ or ‘Kalu’. The initiative aims to foster dignity and strength, as names accompany individuals throughout life, impacting self-perception and societal interaction. While voluntary, the campaign offers a list of 3,000 culturally rich names, seeking to prevent embarrassment…
The government has stepped up LPG supply across the country and urged consumers to avoid panic buying amid concerns over disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz, PTI reported on Sunday.Sale of small 5-kg LPG cylinders, available over the counter at distributorships on valid ID proof, has been ramped up to meet demand. These market-priced…
Palo Alto Networks’ shareholders have reportedly rejected its CEO’s pay package more times than investors at any other company in Corporate America. According to a report by Bloomberg, shareholders of the cybersecurity company have voted against executive compensation proposals seven times since 2015, the highest number of failed “say-on-pay” votes among companies in the S&P…
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday hailed the record 92 per cent voter turnout in the first phase of West Bengal assembly elections as a sign of robust democratic process in the country, after dealing with petitions challenging the special intensive revision, and deploying judicial officers for a fair scrutiny. A bench of Chief…
Thai Iced Tea has slowly become one of those drinks people instantly recognise, even outside Thailand. With its creamy texture, bold tea flavour and eye-catching orange colour, the drink has found fans across cafés, restaurants and street food markets around the world. Traditionally served cold with milk and plenty of ice, Thai Iced Tea is…