Rahul Kumar 
EAM S Jaishankar met Bhutan’s Foreign Minister Lyonpo DN Dhungyel and unveiled key infrastructure, energy, and healthcare projects, including a hydropower plant, a hospital, and a bridge, strengthening the India-Bhutan partnership. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday met with his counterpart in Bhutan, Foreign Minister Lyonpo DN Dhungyel, in Bumthang and unveiled major bilateral … Read more
The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) announced a new selection policy for the LA 2028 Olympics, where Asian Games 2026 medallists will get a direct entry to the 2027 World Boxing Championships, the first Olympic qualifying event. Asian Games 2026 medallists will get an automatic opportunity to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, with … Read more
In an interview with CNBC, Cabana said he sees a 25-basis-point increase as the most likely outcome. According to Cabana, a hawkish decision could trigger a twist-flattening of the Treasury curve, with two-year yields rising while longer-term yields decline. The BofA analyst added that a 50-basis-point hike would be a major surprise because he does … Read more
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia stated that the new Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI transactions is to make the system self-sustaining. He assured that ordinary customers will not be charged, as the levy applies only to merchants. Rationale for a Self-Sustaining System For a technology structure to be completely independent, it needs to be … Read more
Former Indian Navy spokesperson Captain DK Sharma slammed a Pakistani naval vessel for its ‘unacceptable and unprofessional’ conduct after it collided with an Indian warship, leading India to lodge a strong diplomatic protest with Pakistan. Former Navy Official Slams ‘Unprofessional’ Conduct Terming the conduct of a Pakistani naval vessel which collided with an Indian Navy … Read more
Costco is giving customers more flexibility to shop its warehouse selection through Uber Eats. The expansion adds on-demand and scheduled Costco delivery for members while introducing new Uber One, gift card and membership offers. Costco members can order fresh produce, bulk groceries, household essentials and other Costco merchandise through Uber Eats, with membership savings available … Read more
A Muslim man in Dharwad’s Yaraguppi village installed and worshipped a Ganesha idol left outside his home on Ganesha Chaturthi. After consulting Hindu elders, Kutubuddin Belagali performed the rituals with his family and village priest. A Muslim man in Dharwad district has set an example of communal harmony after welcoming a Ganesha idol that was … Read more
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said the increase in the EPFO wage ceiling from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month is expected to benefit between 50 lakh and one crore new beneficiaries by bringing more workers under mandatory social security. Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday said the increase in the EPFO … Read more
BRS leader KT Rama Rao attended ‘Sheheron Pe Charcha’ in Delhi, urging leaders to find holistic, long-term solutions for urban issues. He highlighted Telangana’s BRS-era initiatives like new hospitals and IT towers to reduce the burden on Hyderabad. Former Minister and BRS Working President KT Rama Rao (KTR) attended ‘Sheheron Pe Charcha’, a cross-party dialogue … Read more
PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the central government to withdraw its decision to implement Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on UPI transactions, reminding them of the promise to keep digital payments free of cost. PMK Chief Opposes UPI MDR Charges Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) President Anbumani Ramadoss urged the central government to withdraw its … Read more