India is preparing for a major shift in its currency system as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) moves ahead with plans to introduce polymer (plastic) banknotes into circulation. The initiative, discussed in the RBI’s recent board meetings in Patna and Mumbai, aims to address rising printing costs and improve the lifespan of currency notes. […]
Hostilities between Iran and the United States escalated sharply on Wednesday as Tehran launched missile strikes on Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain, targeting key infrastructure in US‑aligned Gulf nations. The attacks came hours after Washington expanded its bombing campaign inside Iran, hitting bridges, ports and energy facilities in what analysts describe as the most significant shift
Britain is set for a major political transition as Andy Burnham has officially been confirmed as the new UK Labour Party leader, positioning him to become the country’s next prime minister once the formal handover takes place at Buckingham Palace. Burnham’s elevation follows the announcement that Keir Starmer will step down on Monday and tender
For generations, success has often been measured through wealth, job titles, social status, and material possessions. A high-paying career, a large house, and financial prosperity were seen as the ultimate indicators of achievement. While these goals remain important for many people, the twenty-first century has raised an important question: should success mean something more than
Schools play a crucial role in preparing young people for adulthood. Mathematics teaches problem-solving, science explains the world around us, and history helps societies understand their past. Yet many students graduate without learning how to manage money, understand credit, file taxes, budget expenses, or plan for retirement. As financial decisions become increasingly complex, an important
Schools play a crucial role in preparing young people for adulthood. Mathematics teaches problem-solving, science explains the world around us, and history helps societies understand their past. Yet many students graduate without learning how to manage money, understand credit, file taxes, budget expenses, or plan for retirement. As financial decisions become increasingly complex, an important
A massive crowd surge during the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, led to more than 200 devotees being hospitalised on Wednesday after many experienced breathing difficulties and fainting. The incident occurred on the Grand Road (Bada Danda) as lakhs of pilgrims gathered to witness the annual chariot procession of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra.
Google has announced a major expansion of AI Mode, allowing users to connect directly with popular third‑party apps such as Canva, YouTube, and Instacart from within the conversational search experience. The update marks Google’s biggest push yet to transform AI Mode from a simple query‑answering tool into a task‑completion assistant capable of handling planning, shopping,
KUMARGHAT: Families of those who reportedly died in the Ulto Rath (return chariot procession) incident in Kumarghat are said to be in deep mourning, according to sources, as the community continues to come to terms with the tragedy. Details of the incident remain unclear, with local residents reportedly describing a scene of shock and grief
A dramatic political development unfolded on 15 July, when a self‑declared representative of Balochistan announced on social media that Pakistan’s largest province had “broken away” and formed the Republic of Balochistan. The declaration claims that Baloch defence and security forces have secured 85% of the territory, adopted a national flag, introduced a national anthem (Ma
