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EW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has slapped IndiGo with the steepest fine ever for an Indian carrier – Rs 22.2 crore – for its massive flight disruptions last month.Additionally, the airline has to submit a bank guarantee of Rs 50 crore whose release is tied to implementing, among other things, the…
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal with New Zealand’s Trade Minister Todd McClay (File photo-ANI) Negotiations between India and New Zealand on a proposed free trade agreement are likely to be wrapped up soon, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Monday, signalling progress after multiple rounds of discussions at both official and ministerial levels, PTI…
March 8 is International Women’s Day—a moment to celebrate the achievements of women across various fields, reflect on the progress made, and acknowledge the challenges that still lie ahead. In India, this day holds significant meaning. It serves as both a celebration and a call to action, honoring resilience while highlighting ongoing responsibilities. From boardrooms…
NEW DELHI: Galgotias University on Wednesday apologised after a controversy erupted over the display of a Chinese-made robotic dog at its stall during the AI Impact Summit expo at Bharat Mandapam. In the statement however, the university blamed the woman professor for the fiasco. The university issued a press statement after it was asked to…
Bangladesh on Wednesday said that there was no security situation that justified India recalling the family members of its diplomats from Dhaka. This comes after New Delhi cited precautionary safety concerns amid rising extremist activity ahead of the country’s general elections.Bangladesh’s foreign affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said that there was “no reason” for such…
NEW DELHI: A potential vaccine against the deadly Nipah virus has shown encouraging safety and immune responses in an early human trial, according to a study published in The Lancet, offering fresh hope against a disease that has repeatedly caused fatal outbreaks in India and neighbouring countries.The World Health Organization has listed Nipah virus among…
Prayer timings announced for today, Fajr at 5:37am and Maghrib at 6:09pm / Image: file Across the seven Emirates, the call to prayer provides a moment of reflection amidst the country’s fast-paced lifestyle. For Tuesday, February 3, 2026, the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments (AWQAF) has released the official timings. In the capital,…
The Pakistan Cricket Board is reportedly considering legal action against Zimbabwe fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani after he chose to play in the Indian Premier League with Kolkata Knight Riders instead of fulfilling his contract in the Pakistan Super League. KKR sign Muzarabani as replacement for Mustafizur Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) roped in Blessing Muzarabani as…
NRI Property Deposits UAE India: FEMA Violations and Legal Risks Explained A curious dilemma facing many non-resident Indians (NRIs) in the UAE and India has recently surfaced in a legal advice column: Can an NRI pay the deposit on behalf of a friend in India who is buying property in the UAE? According to legal…
The 50 has finally come to an end, and the show has found its winner after weeks of tough competition and entertaining episodes. The reality show, which was initially conducted with 50 contestants from television, social media, and the entertainment world, saw only a few contestants reach the final episode. Shiv Thakare has emerged as…
