LONDON: Britain on Friday said it would introduce a mandatory digital ID scheme for British citizens and residents starting a new job as a measure to deter illegal immigration.“It will make it tougher to work illegally, making our borders more secure,” PM Keir Starmer said in a statement announcing the move, which had been previously…
CHANDIGARH: MiG-21, the mighty warbird that patrolled India’s skies for over six decades, took off on its final flight on Friday from Chandigarh, the very place it had first touched down in 1963.Defence minister Rajnath Singh, who presided over the decommissioning ceremony, said MiG-21 not only marked a transformative chapter in India’s air power, but…
Hockey star Hardik Singh drops bold remark, controversial gesture Indian hockey vice-captain Hardik Singh made headlines by mocking Pakistan, mimicking Haris Rauf’s plane-crash gesture during a recent interview.The gesture was initially made by Pakistan cricket fast-bowler Haris Rauf during an Asia Cup 2025 match against India in Dubai. The gesture was interpreted as a taunt…
Image for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The rupee rebounded from its all-time low to close 4 paise higher at 88.72 (provisional) against the U.S. dollar on Friday (September 26, 2025), tracking a weak greenback against major currencies overseas and a drop in global crude oil prices. Unabated foreign capital outflows and…
Dreaming of Bhutan? Indians can now explore the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’ on a budget! A 4-day, 3-night trip to this serene Himalayan nation is achievable for under INR 25,000, without requiring a visa. Smart planning, including land travel and shared expenses, makes experiencing its ancient monasteries and stunning landscapes surprisingly affordable, despite the…
India exports a significant amount of pharmaceutical drugs to the US. (AI image) US President Donald Trump’s latest announcement of 100% tariffs imported branded or patented pharmaceutical products has sent shockwaves through pharma companies around the world.Trump announced on Truth Social that effective October 1, 2025, a 100% tariff will be applicable on imported branded…
Air India crash (PTI image) NEW DELHI: A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a court-monitored investigation into the June 12 Air India crash in Ahmedabad that killed 260 people, including passengers, crew and civilians.A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi tagged the plea with another pending case raising similar…
“Can you identify this?” asks medical doctor-turned-hydroponic farmer, Kashyap Gupta, pointing to a row of herbs with long, serrated leaves and an intense citrussy odour. We bend over and sniff, then cautiously break off a leaf and nibble, immediately recognising the bright, grassy notes of cilantro — except, this version of it seems to be…
Aries You feel carefree and light today, helping reduce stress. Children can benefit from learning wise financial habits through pocket money suggestions. Professional networking may lead to quick career growth. A family outing with siblings will bring joy, though small arguments may arise. Exploring new places will be exciting, but not every surprise will be…
Flipkart’s Big Billion Days 2025 sale has run into trouble as customers report widespread cancellations and delays of smartphone orders — particularly the iPhone 16. The smartphone was advertised at a special price of Rs 52,999 in the Flipkart Big Billion Day sale. Despite completing payments, many buyers found their orders either abruptly cancelled or…
