Diwali 2026: Indian Railways Announces Festival Special Trains, Check Routes and Timings
With Diwali approaching, Indian Railways has announced a series of festival special trains to handle the expected rise in passenger demand. Advance reservations are available for several of these services,…
Kidney Stones in Young Adults: Warning Signs You Should Not Ignore
Kidney stones are often associated with older adults, but the condition is increasingly being seen among younger people as well. Adults in their 20s and 30s can also develop kidney…
RO vs Can Water: Which Is Safer for Drinking? Know What Really Matters
When it comes to drinking water, there is no simple answer that RO water is always better than can water, or that packaged water is automatically safer. The quality of…
Senior Citizen FD Rates: These Banks Offer Up to 7.50% Interest on 555-Day FDs
Senior citizens looking for a secure investment option can consider fixed deposits (FDs), which provide fixed returns for a predetermined period. Several banks are offering special 555-day FD schemes with…
Three-Day Bank Strike Deferred as Five-Day Banking Week Demand Moves to Committee
The proposed three-day nationwide bank strike scheduled for September 28 to 30 has been deferred after discussions between the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) and the United Forum of Bank Unions…
Why Simple, Practical AI Could Transform India’s Manufacturing MSMEs
Artificial intelligence in Indian manufacturing is often discussed in terms of advanced models, predictive analytics and sophisticated dashboards. For many micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), however, the more important…
IMD Forecasts Heavy Rainfall in Uttarakhand, Karnataka and Andaman Islands Today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand, South Interior Karnataka and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands today. The weather department has also warned of thunderstorms accompanied…
IRDAI Insurance Distribution Reform: Major Changes Proposed to Insurance Commissions and Distribution
India's insurance sector has recorded strong growth in premiums in recent years, but the expansion in actual insurance coverage has not kept pace with that growth. At the same time,…
Supreme Court UPI MDR Case: Plea Against 0.4% Charge on Payments Above ₹2,000
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on Monday, September 28, a public interest litigation challenging the new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) framework for certain UPI person-to-merchant (P2M) transactions above…
DA Hike July 2026: 64% DA Estimate, Salary Increase and Latest Update
The expected July 2026 Dearness Allowance (DA) revision could take the rate for central government employees from the existing 60% to 64%, based on the latest Consumer Price Index for…